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Hartford man faces over 2 years in prison for federal and state drug trafficking charges
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Hartford man will face over two years in prison for drug trafficking. Luis Ivan Diaz, 26, was sentenced to 33 months imprisonment followed by four years of supervised release for trafficking fentanyl and cocaine. At the time of his state arrest in November 2022, Diaz possessed approximately 35 grams of […]
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 ...
Hartford Public Library will once again offer free eye exams for children
Children ages 5 to 18 will be able to get free eye exams at Hartford libraries this summer. The Hartford Public Library has partnered with Vision to Learn, a nonprofit that provides free vision screenings, eye exams and glasses to low-income schools and communities. In the past two years, Vision...
4th of July travel prompts warnings from law enforcement
Tens of thousands of Connecticut drivers will be on the road tonight into tomorrow as we kick off the long holiday weekend. Which means reminders from law enforcement to drivers and those looking to celebrate. “Three o'clock this morning and I got on the road by 5:30, hit a lot...
Wethersfield man charged with narcotic distribution after overdose investigation
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Wethersfield man faces two charges after an investigation of an overdose death in October 2023. Jimmy Lassus, 39, was charged with distribution of fentanyl and oxycodone on Wednesday. The decision comes after the death of a 27-year-old woman in Meriden, which was ruled as an overdose. During the investigation, police […]
WinnCompanies to Launch $18M Rehab After Acquiring Historic Apartment Complex
Hartford, CT – WinnCompanies announced the acquisition of 84 apartments grouped within 10 three-story residential buildings in Clay Arsenal in Hartford. The acquisition of the Bedford Gardens Apartment complex marks the start of an $18.7 million effort by WinnDevelopment to renovate the historic property by upgrading brick exteriors; installing new roofs, balconies, windows, HVAC systems, kitchen cabinets, appliances, bathroom fixtures and security features; adding on-site laundry facilities and a property management office; and creating nine fully handicap-accessible units throughout the property.
Driver in Hartford hit-and-run that killed toddler had tinted windshield, report says
A Connecticut man accused of killing a 1-year-old girl during a hit-and-run crash in Hartford was driving a car with an illegally-tinted windshield when he struck the toddler the night of June 3, according to court documents. Hartford resident Melvin Daniels, 30, is facing charges of second-degree manslaughter, evading responsibility...
Propel Models Joins the Hartford Chamber
Describe your business in one to two sentences. Our company assists models in mastering the ins and outs of the industry while also providing opportunities to showcase their talents to prospective brands and clients, helping them grow and succeed in their careers. Why did you join the Hartford Chamber of...
Attorney General investigates music festival promoter after Capulet Fest cancellation, relocation
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Attorney General William Tong announced he is launching an investigation into Capulet Entertainment, the promoter behind a three-day rock and metalcore festival that ended abruptly over the weekend in Hartford. Tong made the announcement Tuesday afternoon after getting 60 complaints from consumers. “What happened to the people who paid for tickets, […]
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