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FBI shares key issues they’re working on to protect Connecticut residents
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — From preventing cyber crime to maintaining election security, the FBI takes on a wide range of issues to ensure the safety of Connecticut residents. “These are the key issues that we are working on today,” Anish Shukla, acting special agent in charge at FBI New Haven, said. On Tuesday, News 8 sat […]
Heavy Showers & Thunderstorms Possible Across Parts of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts
Scattered Heavy Thunderstorms Ongoing Across Long Island. Good morning everyone. Our cold front that brought severe weather to parts of western New York and Pennsylvania is now knocking on New England's door and bringing some heavy showers and thunderstorms with it.
Hartford man facing over 5 years in prison for narcotics trafficking
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Hartford man is facing over five years in prison for trafficking narcotics and possessing guns, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office. Police allegedly found 750 grams of fentanyl, 500 grams of cocaine, 32 grams of crack cocaine, 700 grams of psilocybin and five kilograms of marijuana at the residence of […]
When does early voting start in Connecticut?
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — News 8 is your local election headquarters ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about early voting in Connecticut. ☆ Key dates Oct. 4 Absentee ballots become available Request a mail ballot online »Download mail ballot application » Oct. 18 Last day […]
Proposal to paint over CT MLK racial diversity mural drawing criticism
Controversy has erupted in Southington over a proposal to paint over a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.racial equity mural in the center of town. The proposal calls for a new mural to be painted over the existing MLK mural on the side of a building at 76 N. Main St. The large mural called “Joy” is highly visible to traffic coming onto N. Main Street and was painted in 2021 as part of the MLK39 Mural ...
Waterbury man arrested for attempting to sell a stolen Land Rover online
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A Waterbury man was arrested for allegedly attempting to sell a stolen 2018 Land Rover, according to police. Police say that the suspect, 38-year-old Marvin Williams, has a prior history of car theft arrests and convictions. He was arrested on Sept. 30 and was charged with larceny of a motor vehicle […]
This is the best taco spot in Connecticut, according to Yelp. Here's where it is
Where is the best taco spot in Connecticut? A new Yelp ranking claims to have the answer. The business review website released its annual ranking of the best taco spots in each state, and a Waterbury favorite was given the crown for Connecticut. Los Garcia Mexican Fusion, a food truck and restaurant in Waterbury, was...
Couple from Hartford begins journey home from Orlando as Hurricane Milton approaches
ORLANDO (WTNH) — A husband and wife from Hartford are scrambling to get out of Orlando before Hurricane Milton makes landfall Wednesday. “We’re as prepared as we can be at this point,” Sarah Lindemulder said. “I am just hoping that our plan is executed correctly.” Sarah and her husband, Mark Lindemulder, have a positive attitude as […]
School bus driver suffers minor injures after crash in Waterbury
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Waterbury police say no students were injured after a school bus crash Tuesday morning. However, officers said the school bus driver suffered minor injuries and was evaluated at a local hospital. The collision happened between the bus and a vehicle in the area of 16 Gilyard Dr. around 8:49 a.m. The […]
Some Connecticut bus lines to implement ‘tap and ride’ pilot program
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Connecticut residents that utilize public transportation in some parts of the state will soon have an easier way to pay. The state announced a “tap and ride” pilot program on Tuesday that allows riders on River Valley Transit and Meriden bus lines to pay by tapping a card or using a mobile […]
CT company with historic roots to be sold for $3.6B. Here’s what is known.
Barnes Group Inc., which traces its roots in Connecticut back 167 years, said it has agreed to be acquired by private equity funds in a deal valued at $3.6 billion that also will take the company private. Apollo Global Management Inc. expects to complete the acquisition of the Bristol-based aerospace and industrial component manufacturer in the first three months of 2025. The company will ...
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