Good morning, Worcester.

My Comp Solutions CEO Keith Ledoux said the Auxilium accelerator fixed key startup blind spots and the company is preparing for a pilot program with a full market launch in early September—efforts aimed at improving efficiency and compliance for insurance carriers and brokers.

On Friday morning, local and state police responded quickly in Worcester after neighbors reported several shots fired following an argument.

Authorities investigated an officer-involved shooting in Worcester on Friday that left a 23-year-old man hospitalized after a US Marshal shot him when he tried to flee on Strathmore Road during an arrest warrant execution on Chris Betances and arraigned him without bail with his next court appearance set for Aug. 29.

The Worcester Police Department reported that during the first half of 2025 homicides dropped from 7 to 2 and nonfatal shootings fell from 10 to 8 while stabbings increased from 27 to 34—robberies, break-ins, and motor thefts also decreased even as disorderly conduct reports and arrests rose compared to last year.

Worcester Public Schools Superintendent Brian Allen is preparing for school to begin Monday in his first year and is set to implement the district’s strategic plan approved in December to support educators and boost student achievement.

He was appointed after the previous superintendent resigned and plans to use his finance background & extensive city experience to help address challenges such as federal funding.

UMass Chan scientists found that proteins called transcription factors can block DNA repair during cell copying—this fight lets more mistakes called mutations build up in cancer cells.

Brittany Altomare, a Shrewsbury native returning from maternity leave, will compete today at TPC Boston in Norton with her 17-month-old son Wyatt and family support — she aims to rebuild her strength and secure her place on the LPGA Tour.

On August 20, the WooSox Hall of Fame inducted Jarren Duran, JP Ricciardi and Janet Marie Smith at Polar Park as Dr. Charles Steinberg shared stories of their roles in local baseball; they join a legacy established in 2024—continuing Worcester sports tradition.

The Canal Diggers 5K will take place on Sept.

6 at 10:30 a.m. on Temple Street behind the Hibernian Culture Centre, drawing more than 350 registrants, with a kids race at 9:45 a.m. and a post-race party featuring pizza, ice cream, and drinks — organizers are also searching for an original T-shirt design for a commemorative 20th race next year.

Old Goat Track Club XC Classic

10 AM - 12 PM — Waters Farm — $35-$40 entry — Experience the excitement of a 5k XC race as part of the USATF New England All Terrain Series.

Andy Grammer Live Concert

7-11 PM — Tree House Brewing Company — Tickets required — Experience multiplatinum artist Andy Grammer as he energizes the crowd with his pop anthems.

VentureMeets Networking Event

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Courthouse Brew Co — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and expand your professional network in Worcester.

Dawes Concert

7 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music at a popular local brewery.

Thousand Below Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — Cost not specified — Experience the atmospheric and emotional sounds of Thousand Below in an engaging live performance.

Matt Soper: Easy Season Performance

1-5 p.m. — Janine's Frostee — Free entry — Enjoy the lush harmonies and unique renditions of popular songs from the 80s, 90s, and 00s.

The Pike RokFest 2025

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a day of tribute performances featuring classic rock hits from iconic bands.

Dorothy Concert

7-9 p.m. — Palladium — $51 — Enjoy a last-minute concert experience with Dorothy in Worcester's vibrant music scene.

Kaleo Concert

6:30 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Resale tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music at the Summer Stage.

Wachusett Brew Yard 0.0 Road Race

2-6 p.m. — Wachusett Brewing Company — Registration fee benefits charity — A fun non-race event supporting Boston Children's Hospital with food, drinks, and music.