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Police say 24-year-old Bloomfield man died in shooting Saturday
BLOOMFIELD, Conn. — One person is dead after a shooting in Bloomfield Saturday evening, the police department reports. Around 7:40 p.m., police responded to 5 Evan Lane after receiving word of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located a 24-year-old man from Bloomfield suffering from a single gunshot wound to the neck, police said.
Business booms at Manchester restaurant after review from social media influencer
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - A Manchester business has gotten a big boost from a local social media food influencer. Local influencer David Milton stopped by Georgies Kitchen, a soul food spot in Manchester. Milton is on Instagram as thedamgram, and TikTok as thedamtok. Allison Byrd, the owner, said she had...
Friday Night Lights event provides fun, safety for New Haven kids
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Summer Friday nights can sometimes spell trouble for kids, but a program called “Friday Night Lights” is giving some in New Haven plenty to do. On Friday night, at the Floyd Little Athletic Center, nearly 500 kids turned out for a night full of activities. Between several basketball games taking place, […]
Wethersfield police report suspicious death at Motel 6 on Silas Deane Highway
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. — A suspicious death was reported at the Motel 6 on Silas Deane Highway early Saturday morning, according to a release from Wethersfield police. Police said that around 5:53 a.m., they received a 911 call from someone at the motel who told them that there was a dead body found in Room 168.
Training and Motivation Center Hosting Sneaker Day Party to Benefit Back to School Event
The Training and Motivation Center (TMC) is hosting its First Annual Sneaker Day Party to benefit its well-known annual Back to School event. The nonprofit TMC says that they are, “bringing the entire community together this summer with their inaugural Sneaker Day Party.”. “I’ve been wanting to do a...
Talcott Mountain Music Festival Presents: The Music of the Rolling Stones!
Experience the timeless classics of the Rolling Stones as the Hartford Symphony brings Brent Havens' arrangements of the legendary band’s greatest hits to life. With sensational performers delivering stunning renditions of Mick Jagger’s vocals, audiences will be treated to symphonic arrangements of iconic songs such as “Satisfaction,” “Paint It Black,” and “Angie.”
CT Humane Society looking for more foster families
The Connecticut Humane Society is looking for more foster families; people who are willing to open up their homes until these animals have a permanent place to live. "I've been fostering Christina since about the end of June, so I've had her for a couple weeks now, and it's been really great," said Amber Brzezinski of Bristol.
Contracting board tables code of ethics discussion after apology
The State Contracting Standards Board (SCSB) met today to discuss numerous topics, most notably the adoption of a revised code of ethics. The conversation occurred in light of a recently proposed ethics code that members thought would remove their ability to communicate with the media. Ultimately, the Board agreed to table their discussion, making no […] The post Contracting board tables code of ethics discussion after apology appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Waterbury woman charged with animal cruelty faces judge as advocates seek justice
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A Waterbury woman charged with animal cruelty faced a judge on Friday. Kadesha Wilson, 29, made her second appearance inside Waterbury Superior Court. The appearance was brief and routine, then Wilson once again attempted to avoid News 8 cameras while leaving the courthouse without comment. According to court documents, Wilson neglected […]
Man Accused Of Leaving Seymour Crash Scene, Driving Unregistered Car, More: Police
The New Haven County incident occurred on Friday, July 12 in the town of Seymour, according to Connecticut State Police. Just after 10 p.m. that night, 34-year-old Bethany man Brandon Graham was driving a gray Mercedes-Benz 380SL northbound on Route 8. Near the area of Exit 22, he reportedly hit...
Fatal Crash: CT 65-Year-Old ID'd As Victim On I-84
A person was killed after being struck by a car in an early morning crash on a stretch of I-84 in Connecticut involving three Long Island residents.It happened around 5:10 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in Tolland County.A 2010 Nissan Altima was traveling eastbound in the right-center lane between ex…
4 displaced, pet helped in Torrington fire
TORRINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Four people were displaced, and a pet had to receive oxygen, following a fire late Friday morning in Torrington. The fire happened at about 11 a.m. on South Main Street, according to the fire department. Smoke was coming from the first floor, and the fire was quickly put under control. A […]
Two dogs left abandoned, tied to pole in Manchester
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - Two dogs were abandoned in Manchester. Manchester Animal Control is looking for the person responsible for abandoning these two dogs near 29 Cottage Street. After reviewing video footage, Animal Control says this person was seen walking the two dogs on the corner of Maple and Spruce...
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