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Many in Connecticut are asking how violence returned to U.S. politics
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) – The heightened concerns of political violence have many looking back at past attacks of presidents and candidates in the United States. “I am a little shocked in today’s day and age it results in an assassination attempt,” said Quinnipiac University Adjunct History Professor Philip Goduti Jr. PhD. It had been over […]
CT paid $2.65B in state pensions in 2023. See who gets $300K+ a year in retirement payments.
As the state seeks to trim costs and balance its budget, documents show that hundreds of retired state employees are collecting six-figure pensions, with the number growing each year with cost-of-living increases. The top four retired state employees are now receiving more than $300,000 each in annual pensions. The statistics also show that, with cost-of-living increases ranging from 2.5% to ...
Skimming devices found at 2 Big Y markets in Connecticut
Big Y said it found skimming devices at two of its supermarkets in Connecticut and the company is investigating. The company said they discovered on June 29 that someone had attached a skimming device to one single terminal in its Naugatuck and Plainville locations. Big Y is investigating. They said...
New York Faces Extreme Heat, Thunderstorm Risks Early This Week
Albany, NY – Heat Advisories have been issued for eastern New York and northwestern Connecticut from noon Monday through 8 PM Tuesday, creating potentially dangerous conditions for residents. Temperatures are expected to feel like the upper 90s or low 100s during the afternoon and evening on both days, posing a risk for heat-related illnesses.
Comey Honored with Children’s Champion Award
Press Release, Connecticut General Assembly CT House Democrats. State Representative Robin Comey (D - 102 Branford) has been recognized as a Children’s Champion by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance (CECA). The award was presented during the 50th anniversary celebration of Branford Early Learning Center (BELC) and retirement recognition. The Children’s Champion Award honors individuals dedicated to improving outcomes in education, health, and economic security for your children and their families in Connecticut.
A Sunny Sunday To End The Weekend!
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - There was thick fog in some areas this morning but that is lifting, and the sun is shining. Highs this afternoon will be reaching up to the low 90s and the sun will stick around all day. Make sure to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen today!
Update: 9 Massachusetts counties under a heat advisory until Wednesday evening
On Tuesday at 2:57 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory in effect until Wednesday at 8 p.m. for Northern Worcester and Southern Worcester as well as Franklin, Middlesex, Essex, Hampshire, Hampden, Norfolk, Suffolk, Bristol and Plymouth counties. The weather service states, "Heat index values up to...
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