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Popular sports bar in Cromwell closes ‘until further notice’
CROMWELL, CT (WFSB) - A sports bar in Cromwell announced that it had its last day of operation for a while. Chicago Sam’s Sports Bar & Grille on Shunpike Road said it would be closed “until further notice.”. Sunday was the last day it was open ahead of...
Body camera video captures assault on New Haven police officer
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Police-worn body camera video captured the moment a suspect assaulted a female New Haven police officer in recent weeks. New Haven police released the video to News 8. The video below first aired on July 2, 2024. In it, police said you can see officers responding to the Fair Haven […]
Twins who survived attempted drowning released from hospital
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The twins whose father allegedly tried to drown them in June were released from the hospital on Tuesday. 3-year-olds Gianna and Giovanni celebrated their birthdays on Monday surrounded by nurses and hospital staff. They spent over a week at Yale Children’s Hospital receiving care from the injuries they sustained on […]
Hartford Night Gyms Offering Free Athletic Programming
Looking for a way to stay active and have fun with friends this summer? Join Hartford Public Schools, in partnership with Active City, the City of Hartford, and the Justice Education Center, for Night Gyms, a free sports program available to all Hartford residents. Starting July 8, four HPS-run gyms...
CT bar announces closing following double stabbing, years of disturbances
A bar in Southington plagued with fights and other disturbances, including a double stabbing that injured two bouncers earlier this year, will be permanently closing its doors on Wednesday. The announcement was made Monday on the 75 Center bar and grill’s Facebook page, where an accompanying video showed a photo montage of employees. “To our loyal and dear customers,” the bar wrote. “Thank you ...
Students Get Hands-On Training At Emmett O’Brien Summer Camp
ANSONIA – Seventy students interested in careers in everything from automotive to electrical engineering attended a “Summer Techno Camp” last week at Emmett O’Brien Technical High School. “It’s fantastic that the kids get an opportunity to explore every kind of trade and figure out what...
Conn. police issue arrest warrant for Mass. stabbing spree suspect Jared Ravizza
Connecticut State Police have issued an arrest warrant for Massachusetts stabbing spree suspect Jared Ravizza, the police department confirmed to MassLive on Tuesday. State police did not immediately say what the arrest warrant was for or when it was issued, but the department previously confirmed that Ravizza was a suspect in the murder of 70-year-old Bruce Feldman, who was killed at a home in Deep River just hours before the stabbing spree on May 25. The Martha’s Vineyard Gazette reported Monday that the arrest warrant was on charges of murder, criminal mischief and two counts of animal cruelty.
Trio On Run After Robbing CT Shop At Gunpoint: Police
Police in Connecticut are on the hunt for three men who allegedly robbed a smoke shop at gunpoint, making off with cash and goods.The incident occurred in New Haven County around 7 p.m., Saturday, June 29, at Moe's Smoke Shop at 213 Pershing Drive in Ansonia.According to Lt. Patrick Lynch of …
Fugitive murder suspect with ties to Waterbury is on the loose
WATERBURY, CT (WFSB) - A man wanted for a murder in Texas and escaping custody in Mississippi has ties to Waterbury, according to U.S. marshals. Joshua Zimmerman, 30, has been on the run since June 14. Marshals said he escaped from a court building in Hernando, MS. He had been...
Celebrate Patriotism with South Windsor
Get ready to wave your flags and join the fun with the South Windsor Patriotic Commission, dedicated to bringing the community together in celebration of our nation’s pride. The commission itself hosts a variety of events throughout the year, ensuring there’s something for everyone to take part in. One of the highlights is the lively Memorial Day Parade, which brings families and friends together to honor those who have served our country.
Former News 8 staff member released from Hartford Hospital after surgery
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Some good news from our News 8 family. Our retired Chief Political Correspondent Mark Davis was released from Hartford Hospital after a surgery in relation to bladder cancer. Davis said it’s good to be home, and that doctors expect him to be “hiking the hills of Granby” this fall. He […]
Coffee shop in CT city teeters on closing. Founders not giving up on ‘neighborhood living room.’
Change is brewing. Semilla Cafe + Studio — at the forefront of a new wave of coffee shops opening in and around downtown Hartford since the pandemic — is teetering on closing, but its co-founders say they are fighting to keep open their vision for a “neighborhood living room” even if they have to step aside. The coffee shop and music venue will be getting new operators who plan to beef up ...
Hooters Presence in Connecticut is Hanging on By a Very Thin Thread
On Monday (7/1/24) the Manchester, Connecticut Hooters location announced it would be closing its doors after almost 20 years. The announcement was made on the Manchester Hooters Facebook page and read:. "After nearly two decades of hot wings, cold beer, and great memories Hooters of Manchester has made the difficult...
New Haven nonprofit CitySeed names Sarah Miller as new executive director
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — , a New Haven-based nonprofit dedicated to serving city residents fresh, local food while building economic opportunity in the city's food system, has announced its new executive director. Lifelong New Haven resident Sarah Miller was appointed by the CitySeed Board of Directors to fill the...
Kayaker rescued from Quinnipiac River
HAMDEN, CT (WFSB) - A kayaker was rescued from the Quinnipiac River in Hamden Tuesday night. Officials say that units responded to the area at around 7:50 P.M. on a report that a kayak had capsized with people in the water. Both Hamden and North Haven fire departments responded. A...
Beloved Hartford restaurant getting ready to close its doors
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - It’s the end of an era. A beloved Hartford restaurant is getting ready to close its doors. J Restaurant and Bar will close Wednesday night. People have been going to the restaurant to say their goodbyes and enjoy a last meal. “It’s real bittersweet. It’s...
New Haven Summer Learning Academy focuses on student success, improving math and literacy skills
The New Haven Public Schools have officially launched its Summer Learning Academy. The learning academy kicked off this week in New Haven for grades K-7 and will be available through July 31. This year there are 2,000 students participating in the Summer Learning Academy, according to Justin Harmon, a spokesperson...
Naugatuck State Forest under temporary alcohol ban imposed by DEEP for state recreation areas
NAUGATUCK, Conn — The Naugatuck State Forest has been added to a list of state recreation areas under a temporary alcohol ban imposed by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, according to a release Tuesday. The ban on the Naugatuck State Forest, located in the towns of Naugatuck,...
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