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2 dead in murder-suicide at Apple Rehab in CromwellWFSB1 day ago
Several injured, one dead in fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-91 leads to DUI arrestFOX 6117 hours ago
Woman accused of making East Hampton school threat due in courtWFSB2 days ago
Woman pleads guilty to smuggling people into HartfordWTNH1 day ago
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Several injured, one dead in fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-91 leads to DUI arrest
ROCKY HILL, Conn. — At 8:48 p.m. the Connecticut State Police responded to a multi--vehicle crash on I-91 South near exit 23 in Rocky Hill. The crash involved 3 vehicles, resulting in the death of the driver of vehicle 1. Police say the driver was pronounced dead upon arrival at the nearby hospital.
Woman pleads guilty to smuggling people into Hartford
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A 47-year-old woman pleaded guilty Friday to a charge connected to allegations that she was part of a scheme that smuggled undocumented persons into the Hartford area and then threatened the victims’ families if they didn’t pay tens of thousands of dollars. Porfiria Maribel Ramos Sanchez is a citizen of Mexico […]
UConn football overcomes Temple on final play, stays undefeated at home
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. — UConn football stole a victory from the jaws of defeat on Saturday, defeating Temple 29-20 on the game’s final play. With the win, UConn remains undefeated at home this season, moving to 4-0 at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in 2024. After...
CT teen charged with DUI after driving 100+ mph on I-84. He said he was coming from Brazil.
A teenager was arrested on a DUI charge after state police say they clocked him driving more than 110 mph on Interstate 84 in Southington on Thursday night. A trooper conducting traffic enforcement around 10 p.m. spotted a gray Toyota Corolla traveling quickly on I-84 West in the area of Exit 32, according to Connecticut State Police. Using a laser speed gun, the trooper found that the driver ...
Ledyard man charged with attempted child exploitation
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Ledyard man was charged this week with attempting to pick-up what he believed to be a juvenile female for sexual activities. 41-year-old Lonny Smith was charged with second-degree criminal attempt sexual assault and second-degree criminal attempt illegal sexual content with a minor under 16. Police said the charges stem from […]
Murdered wives? Former jails? 5 of the most haunted restaurants to visit in CT
Now that Halloween is officially less than a month away, it's time to get in the mood for the holiday with haunted attractions. Connecticut has plenty of haunted houses, pumpkin patches and spooky corn mazes to help get you in the spirit, but did you know it also has lots of haunted restaurants? ...
Waterbury man arrested on firearm charges
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A convicted felon was found in possession of two illegal firearms on Monday in Hartford, according to police. Lequincy Smith, 39, of Waterbury was approached by police while they were patrolling the area of Burton Street and Hill Street. Police said that he was attempting to evade officers. During the investigation, […]
Federal funding coming to Connecticut to reduce gun violence, streamline red flag laws
State leaders announced federal funding is coming to Connecticut to tackle ghost guns, drive down gun violence and streamline red flag laws. The funds are part of an executive order by President Joe Biden and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Community leaders and police address unwanted weapons with gun buy-back events across the state
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — State leaders and community members held gun buy-back events in towns all over Connecticut. The events are aimed at increasing community safety by offering residents a secure and anonymous way to dispose of firearms. Participants received gift cards for their donations. News 8 spoke with Connecticut Against Gun Violence advocate Franck […]
Meriden man died 1 month after August motorcycle crash
FARMINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — A funeral procession will be held on Saturday for a Meriden man that died from injuries related to a motorcycle crash in August. Justin Gittings, 31, died on Sept. 23 as a result of injuries that he sustained in a motorcycle crash on Aug. 20 in Farmington, according to police. Gittings […]
Connecticut Ponds are Chock-Full of Arkansas Channel Catfish
It's pond and lake stocking time anglers of Connecticut, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection's Wildlife Division has just announced the release of thousands of Trout, Atlantic Salmon, and a whole bunch of sweet Arkansas Channel Catfish into our local ponds, lakes, and streams. The Channel Catfish...
The Apple Harvest Festival returns to Southington for its 55th year
The Southington Apple Harvest Festival began this weekend at the Southington Town Green. There was fun for all ages, including apple-themed food, rides, local vendors and live entertainment. Admission and parking for the six day event is free. The event has become one of the Connecticut’s top tourist events, highlighting the area while entering peak […]
Regatta coming to Hartford this weekend
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The annual Head of the Riverfront Regatta is returning to Hartford this weekend. Happening Sunday, it’s the largest single-day regatta in the state, and one of the biggest in the nation. There are a record 850 entries for the event’s 25th year. About 10,000 people are expected to attend.
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