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Police visit home of Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:00:00 EDT

State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day...

2 dead, 1 injured in New Haven crash

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:44:00 EDT

Two people were killed and one was ejected from a vehicle after a horrific crash in New Haven Thursday morning.

Dozens of paraprofessional jobs cut in New Britain

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:20:00 EDT

Dozens of paraprofessional jobs have been cut within the New Britain school system.

Man charged with killing ECSU student due in court

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:19:00 EDT

The man charged with killing a student from Eastern Connecticut State University is due in court Thursday.

Hartford police investigating early morning shooting

Rachel Rooney — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:18:00 EDT

Police in Hartford are investigating a shooting that occurred early Thursday morning.

Berlin crews locate missing teen on Ragged Mountain

Rachel Rooney — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:14:00 EDT

Rescue crews have safely located a teen who got lost on Ragged Mountain in Berlin.

Firefighters battle large blaze in Madison

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:11:00 EDT

Fire crews from several towns worked to extinguish an early morning fire that ripped through a building in downtown Madison.

5 displaced after Bristol fire

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:08:00 EDT

Five people, including three children, are without a place to stay after a fire in Bristol Wednesday night.

Arrest made in 2011 murder case

Rachel Rooney — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:05:00 EDT

Norwich police have arrested a man in connection with a 2011 homicide case.

Officials to kick off 2-day emergency drill

The Associated Press — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:02:00 EDT

State and local officials will be working with utility companies during a two-day, statewide emergency drill aimed at preparing for a major ice storm.

Technical Discussion

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:59:00 EDT

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James Gandolfini, 'Sopranos' actor, dead at 51

Tom Ensey — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:50:00 EDT

Actor James Gandolfini, who famously played Tony Soprano, has died in Italy of an apparent heart attack.

PD: Teen accused of taking woman as hostage

WFSB Staff — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:03:00 EDT

A kidnapping suspect was arrested following a two-hour standoff with police in Winchester on Tuesday morning.

Windsor food bank in need of donations

WFSB Staff — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:27:00 EDT

At some food banks, supplies are running dangerously low.

Goodwill no longer accepting older model TVs

Matt McFarland — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:23:00 EDT

Starting in August, Goodwill stores in Connecticut will longer accept your old hulking television sets.

Body near Aaron Hernandez's home was semi-pro athlete's

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:16:00 EDT

A Boston woman says her son was the man found dead in an industrial park about a mile from New England Patriot Aaron Hernandez's home in Massachusetts.

2 animals saved during house fire in Danielson

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:32:00 EDT

Firefighters were able to rescue two animals from a house fire in Danielson Wednesday evening.

Hundreds of Connecticut bridges in need of serious repair

Robert Goulston — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:29:00 EDT

Connecticut's bridges just got their report card - hundreds are in need of help.

Malloy signs Connecticut budget bill into law

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has signed a new, 2-year $44 billion budget into law, saying the plan contains no new taxes.

East Hartford woman accused of assaulting child

Steven Yablonski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:44:00 EDT

An East Hartford woman was arrested after she was accused of shaking her infant daughter to the point she caused a brain injury to the 7-week-old child.

Water main break creates traffic problems in New Britain

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:42:00 EDT

Crews worked to repair a water main break in New Britain that is expected to cause traffic issues Wednesday evening.

Police pursuit leads to crash in East Lyme

Rachel Noble — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:45:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police arrested a 31-year-old man involved in a pursuit that ended when he crashed a stolen vehicle into the back of a propane truck Tuesday afternoon.

Man dies after being shot by police in Salem

Steven Yablonski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:37:00 EDT

A man who was acting irrationally and shot by state police after a house fire in Salem late Tuesday afternoon has died, according to hospital officials.

Crash on off-ramp to I-84 in East Hartford creating traffic issues

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:32:00 EDT

A one-car crash closed one lane of the eastbound off-ramp from the Founders Bridge to Interstate 84 in East Hartford on Wednesday afternoon.

Crews search for man swept away in Farmington River

WFSB Staff — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:49:00 EDT

Rescue crews, along with family, resumed the search for a missing 25-year-old man in Farmington Wednesday.

Man jailed in shooting of hunting beagles

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:53:00 EDT

An Enfield man has been sentenced to 30 days in jail in the deaths of 3 hunting beagles that were shot and killed by his son.

Stratford police arrest 3 people on drug charges

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:37:00 EDT

Three people were arrested on drug charges in Stratford on Tuesday

Westport police search for suspects in armed robbery

Rachel Noble — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:23:00 EDT

The Westport Police Department is searching for four people allegedly robbed a man of his money and tried to get his PIN numbers from him early Wednesday morning.

QU Poll shows support for new gun control law

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:06:00 EDT

While a new Quinnipiac University Poll shows a majority of Connecticut voters support the state's new gun control law, there's doubt whether enough has been done to help prevent another mass school shooting like the one in Newtown.

Man steals hundreds worth of Breathe Right Strips

Rachel Noble — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:51:00 EDT

Watertown police are searching for a man who allegedly shoplifted from a Rite Aid store on Wednesday.

Local celebrities tee off in mini golf tournament

Rachel Noble — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:00:00 EDT

Several celebrities and local television and radio personalities participated in the Northstar Wealth Partners Celebrity Mini Golf Tournament at the Travelers Championship at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell Wednesday morning.

Celebrity Pro-Am participants hit the green

Rachel Noble — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:59:00 EDT

Several celebrities from the sports and entertainment industry participated in the Travelers Celebrity Pro-Am at the Travelers Championship at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell Wednesday morning.

Gun maker moving to South Carolina

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:36:00 EDT

A Connecticut gun manufacturer is moving to South Carolina after Connecticut state lawmakers passed stricter gun control laws after the Sandy Hook School shootings.

West Haven police search for man that approached child

Steven Yablonski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:40:00 EDT

The West Haven Police Department said it was looking for help from the public in identifying a man that approached a child Monday afternoon.

Darien police call off search after man spotted with gun

Steven Yablonski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:36:00 EDT

Darien residents were told to stay inside and call 911 if they saw any suspicious activity after witnesses reported seeing a man armed with a gun Wednesday morning.

DOT commissioner to testify at rail hearing

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:24:00 EDT

Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner James Redeker is testifying before a U.S. Senate committee on ways to improve passenger and freight rail safety.

Contract for Hartford superintendent not being renewed

Steven Yablonski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:47:00 EDT

The Hartford Board of Education has turned down a two-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto.

Police charge man with operating a drug factory in a hotel room

Rachel Rooney — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:07:00 EDT

State police arrested a Canterbury man at a hotel after officers said he was found in possession of a large amount of drugs.

Baby bath seat recalled

Rachel Rooney — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:06:00 EDT

A recall has been issued for the Idea Baby Bath Seat because of a drowning hazard.

Should Cap'n Crunch be demoted?

WFSB Staff — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:28:00 EDT

Cap'n Crunch may have a mutiny on his hands.

1996 plane explosion caused by outside blast, documentary claims

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:20:00 EDT

TWA Flight 800 exploded in mid-air near New York's Long Island in July 1996.

New state rep. to be sworn in Wednesday

The Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:08:00 EDT

Secretary of the State Denise Merrill is swearing in the newest member of the Connecticut General Assembly.

Malloy meets with state utilities on storm prep

WFSB/AP — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:38:00 EDT

Gov. Dannel Malloy met with Connecticut's utility companies to discuss their preparations for the upcoming hurricane season.

Flood no longer a concern for parts of CT

WFSB Staff — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:13:00 EDT

The threat of flooding is now essentially over in Connecticut, however there is just light to moderate rain in the state right now.

Massachusetts couple holds Whaler-themed wedding

Rachel Noble — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:57:00 EDT

The fact that the Hartford Whalers are no longer a NHL team didn't stop one couple from celebrating their wedding in Whaler fashion.

Officials respond to report of body in Lake Lillinonah

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:33:00 EDT

Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Environmental Conservation Police said they are responding to reports that a body was found in Lake Lillinonah in Bridgewater late Tuesday morning.

Plainville to take down homes damaged by Irene

Matt McFarland — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:31:00 EDT

Plainville is moving ahead with a plan to knock down more than a dozen homes damaged nearly two years ago during Tropical Storm Irene.

Travelers Championship makes impact on local businesses

Kate Rayner — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:24:00 EDT

Local businesses said the Connecticut's largest sporting event makes a difference on their bottom lines.

Towns fighting against water rate hike from Aquarion Company

Courtney Zieller — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:21:00 EDT

Aquarion Water Company customers could soon see their water bill rise over the next three years.

Sinkhole forms in Hartford

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:32:00 EDT

A sinkhole that formed Tuesday has closed one lane of New Park Avenue in Hartford.

Hartford BOE to hold school safety meeting

Matt Campbell — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:13:00 EDT

A citywide inspection is being launched into Hartford's aging schools after a chunk of ceiling came crashing down inside a classroom in the middle of a school day.

Man accused in New Britain killing appears in court

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:08:00 EDT

Tensions were high Tuesday afternoon as a man accused of killing a teenager before he was set to graduate from New Britain High School this week went before a judge for the first time.

Connecticut chimp victim to appeal lawsuit

The Associated Press — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:58:00 EDT

An attorney for a Connecticut woman disfigured by a friend's pet chimpanzee in 2009 says he plans to appeal a decision denying her permission to sue the state for $150 million on her claim that officials knew the animal was dangerous but didn't do anything about it.

Bank teller pleads guilty in theft from customers

The Associated Press — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:53:00 EDT

A bank teller accused of stealing from the CD accounts of mostly elderly customers has pleaded guilty to bank fraud.

Travelers hosts baby shower for 40 military wives

The Associated Press — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:10:00 EDT

The Travelers Championship golf tournament has served as host for a giant baby shower.

Child in wheelchair separated from class in photo

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:21:00 EDT

A heartbreaking photograph is making its rounds on the internet that shows a child in a wheelchair that has been separated from the rest of his classmates in a class photo.

Water main break repaired in Hartford

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:28:00 EDT

A water main break that was reported in Hartford on Tuesday morning has been repaired.

Fire briefly closes I-395 in Montville

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:57:00 EDT

The Connecticut Department of Transportation said Interstate 395 north was briefly closed in Montville because of a vehicle fire Tuesday morning.

Warrants: Murder suspect threatened victim

The Associated Press — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:54:00 EDT

A Connecticut man charged with murdering his college student girlfriend and dismembering her body had threatened to kill her after she tried to break up with him, according to newly released arrest and search warrant affidavits.

Westbrook man arrested for soliciting breath sample

Rachel Rooney — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:14:00 EDT

A Westbrook man was arrested Monday evening after attempting to get people to provide him with an alcohol-free breath sample to bypass his vehicle Ignition Interlock Device.

Vigil to be held for Hartford teen

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:07:00 EDT

A vigil will be held Tuesday for a teen who was shot and killed in Hartford's North End on Sunday night.

Silver alert issued for New Haven teen

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:36:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police issued a silver alert for a teenager from New Haven.

Government urges Metro-North to improve safety

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:21:00 EDT

The federal government is giving Metro-North officials a stern warning - improve safety on the tracks.

PD: Teacher threatened school shooting

The Associated Press — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:22:00 EDT

A Greenwich middle school teacher accused of threatening to "shoot up" the school has been ordered by a judge to undergo mental health counseling and to stay away from the building.

Search resumes for missing New Hartford woman

Steven Yablonski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:17:00 EDT

State environmental police will be back on the Farmington River Tuesday to look for a woman reported missing after the raft she was on flipped over.

Career fair being held in Cromwell Tuesday

Rachel Rooney — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:10:00 EDT

The Connecticut Department of Labor, along with the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Alliance will sponsor a job fair on Tuesday in Cromwell.

Search for missing photographer scaled back; vigil to be held Monday

Jill Konopka — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:24:00 EDT

A candlelight vigil was held Monday night for a well known wedding photographer from New Milford, who disappeared Tuesday around the river's Lake Lillinonah.

NY man accused of stealing electricity to operate drug factory

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:11:00 EDT

A man from New York has been arrested after being accused of stealing electricity in order to operate a drug factory in West Haven.

NTSB urges backup to protect track crews

The Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:58:00 EDT

The National Transportation Safety Board has issued an "urgent safety recommendation" after a Metro-North track foreman was struck and killed by a passenger train last month in Connecticut.

Coaches, players want improvements made to field in Norwich

Matt McFarland — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:49:00 EDT

A youth football field in Norwich has fallen on hard times after players and coaches told Eyewitness News the playing surface is dangerous and feel the city needs do something about.

Line of severe storms to impact shoreline

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:42:00 EDT

The threat of damaging winds has ended in Connecticut. There may be some minor flooding in portions of Southern Connecticut for a while longer Monday evening.

Cold case murder suspect held on $25M bond

Len Besthoff — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:42:00 EDT

A judge ordered a murder suspect held on $25 million bond Monday, one of the highest bonds ever in Hartford.

Man arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in New Britain

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:26:00 EDT

A Meriden man was arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in a residential neighborhood that left one man dead late Sunday night.

Other states trying to lure away CT gunmakers

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:54:00 EDT

The governors from Texas and South Dakota were in Connecticut Monday hoping to convince gun manufacturers to pack up and leave the state.

New Haven man wants to park car on lawn during street sweeping, snow plowing

Robert Goulston — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:00:00 EDT

A New Haven homeowner wants to rework his yard so he can park his car on his property. The city recommended he be allowed to do it, but that's not sitting well with some of his neighbors, who don't want to see cars parked on front lawns.

Gas leak closes Route 10 in Simsbury

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:10:00 EDT

Route 10 in Simsbury was closed in both directions after a car crashed into a building and caused a gas leak Monday afternoon.

3 arrested in string of Radio Shack robberies

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:43:00 EDT

Members of the New Haven Police Department announced that after a lengthy investigation, several arrests have been made in a string of robberies at Radio Shacks across the state.

Shooting reported in Hartford's north end

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:29:00 EDT

The Hartford Police Department is investigating a shooting in the north end of the Capital City Monday evening.

Search for missing New Hartford woman continues

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:22:00 EDT

After more than 48 hours, search teams continued their search along the Farmington River in Collinsville after a 33-year-old woman went missing Saturday.

Teenager shot, killed in Hartford

Rachel Rooney — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:52:00 EDT

A 19-year-old man died after being shot multiple times in the north end of Hartford late Sunday night.

School bus crash reported in Farmington

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:30:00 EDT

A school bus rear-ended another school bus on Mill Street in Farmington Monday afternoon.

Registered sex offender arrested on multiple charges

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:06:00 EDT

A registered sex offender in Connecticut was arrested Saturday on charges of aggravated sexual assault and kidnapping.

DOT launches anti-texting while driving campaign this week

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:55:00 EDT

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is cracking down on texting while driving this month.

State police search for man who walked away from halfway house

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:38:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police said they're looking for a man who walked away from a halfway house in Brooklyn on Sunday night.

New London firefighter charged with assault

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:12:00 EDT

A firefighter from New London, who fought to get his job back after being fired from the department has been suspended.

Combat shotgun, rifle seized by gang unit

WFSB Staff — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:05:00 EDT

Members of the Connecticut State Police Gang Unit arrested four men Friday and said they seized a combat shotgun with a 20-round drum, and a .22 caliber rifle.

Travelers Championship tees off in Cromwell

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:47:00 EDT

The opening ceremonies of this year's Travelers Championship in Cromwell was held Monday morning.

Miss Connecticut wins Miss USA contest in Vegas

WFSB/AP — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:51:00 EDT

A 25-year-old Connecticut resident has won the title of Miss USA in Las Vegas.

DMV launches new online check-in service

Steven Yablonski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:38:00 EDT

Customers at the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles can now check online for wait times at locations across the state before heading out and spending what seems like eternity waiting to be helped.

Police chase ends in crash, driver flees

Rachel Rooney — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:18:00 EDT

A high-speed police chase in Hartford ended with the vehicle crashing and the driver fleeing on foot.

Crash closes Chamberlain Highway in Berlin

Rachel Rooney — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:07:00 EDT

An early morning crash in Berlin has closed a section of the Chamberlain Highway.

Waterbury firefighters rescue 2 from flooded river

The Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 06:53:00 EDT

Waterbury firefighters rescued a city couple from the rain-swollen Naugatuck River after their canoe capsized in dangerous waters.

AmeriCorps grant to support 211 Conn. teachers

The Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:50:00 EDT

Connecticut has been awarded a $169,000 federal grant to support the salaries of 211 teachers in low-income schools.

Conn. lawyers to honor Nader

The Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:24:00 EDT

Consumer activist and failed presidential candidate Ralph Nader will be honored by the Connecticut Bar Association at its annual meeting.

Conn. judge faces hearing over late rulings

The Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:51:00 EDT

A state judge charged in a drunken driving case in 2008 is facing a disciplinary hearing for allegedly issuing child welfare decisions late.

Missing 1-year-old from Montville found safe

Elanna Rubenstein — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:33:00 EDT

State police in Montville have located missing 1-year-old Deiondre Douchette-Pina.

DEEP releases name of missing woman; search continues

Michael Agogliati — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:57:00 EDT

State police have launched a water rescue in New Hartford early Saturday morning.

Search resumes for missing New Milford man

Michael Agogliati — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 07:45:00 EDT

The search for Eric Langlois resumes today after more than 50 people continued their efforts to find the well-known wedding photographer.

Body found in creek believed to be missing Fairfield man

Michael Agogliati — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:50:00 EDT

A body found in a creek earlier this morning is believed to be that of a missing Fairfield man, police said.

Parishioners clean up church after vandalism

Matt Campbell — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:40:00 EDT

Their church was wrecked by vandals and with services quickly coming up this weekend, parishioners in Shelton are scrambling to get things back in shape.

Ceremony marks six months since Sandy Hook

Kim Lucey — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:58:00 EDT

For six months, Newtown has done what it can to move forward after the tragedy inside Sandy Hook Elementary School while remembering and honoring the victims.

'Happy Birthday to You' copyright suit filed in NY

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:36:00 EDT

A production company making a documentary about the song "Happy Birthday to You" is challenging the copyright to the famous jingle.

Angie's List tells us how to hire a professional photographer

Rachel Noble — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:04:00 EDT

A picture captures a moment and lasts a lifetime and working with a professional photographer is the key to that perfect picture.

Farms around the state affected by flooding

Kevin Hogan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:04:00 EDT

Farmers throughout the state including Southeastern Connecticut were busy Friday assessing damage from all the rain that's fallen recently.

Bristol businesses give residents a new way to shop downtown

Karen Lee — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:01:00 EDT

People in Bristol are coming up with an innovative way to spruce up downtown. Several businesses are pooling together to fill up one vacant area.

Cold case murder suspect captured

Chris Collibee — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:54:00 EDT

A man wanted in a murder and seven other shootings was arrested on Friday in Hartford by federal, state and local departments.

Apartment building in Bristol condemned after 'hazardous situation'

Rachel Rooney — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:31:00 EDT

A multi-family home in Bristol was condemned Thursday evening after a Connecticut Light and Power employee discovered water from all the recent rain was streaming onto an electrical panel down inside the basement.

Chemical plant explosion leaves 2 dead, 77 injured

WAFB Staff — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Louisiana officials report two people have died and 77 others were injured when a chemical plant exploded Thursday morning.

Police alert residents along Housatonic about water releasing from dams

Rachel Noble — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:06:00 EDT

Residents along the Housatonic River have prepared again for more water, but this time it's coming from the Stevenson Dam.

Police searching for suspect in 3 indecent exposure incidents

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:01:00 EDT

Milford police are searching for the man that investigators believe was responsible for three separate incidents of indecent exposure in the west side section of city.

Man in critical condition after cutting himself with chainsaw

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:49:00 EDT

A private contractor is in critical condition after he cut his arm while using a chainsaw to cut down a tree branch in Hartford Friday afternoon.

Colt to welcome Texas governor on Monday visit

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:40:00 EDT

The president of Colt Manufacturing says he will be pleased to welcome Texas Gov. Rick Perry for a tour of its plant in West Hartford on Monday.

Search continues for missing wedding photographer

Jill Konopka — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:38:00 EDT

The search continued Friday for a beloved wedding photographer and family man from New Milford, who disappeared Tuesday after returning to Lover's Leap State Park where he fell and lost his bicycle the day before.

Heavy rains cause roof collapse, evacuations

Courtney Zieller — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:16:00 EDT

Six families were forced from their homes Friday after heavy rains caused a roof and first-floor collapse inside a Wallingford building, which led to a gas leak.

Gas leak causes evacuations in Bloomfield

Steven Yablonski — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:10:00 EDT

A gas leak in Bloomfield shut down area roads and caused mass evacuations on Friday morning.

Chimp victim denied $150M lawsuit

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:36:00 EDT

A Connecticut woman disfigured in a chimpanzee attack has been denied permission to sue the state.

Flood warnings re-issued as rain continues

WFSB Staff — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:26:00 EDT

The National Weather Service re-issued several flood warnings overnight as heavy rain continued across the state.

Police arrest 2 people after leading officers on chase

Rachel Noble — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:07:00 EDT

A man and a woman were arrested after investigators said they sped away from police after a routine traffic stop in Newington early Friday morning.

15 charged in Hartford-area drug sweep

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:06:00 EDT

Federal agents and Hartford-area police have arrested 15 people and seized drugs, guns and money during a long-term undercover investigation.

Scooper Sunday will benefit suicide prevention

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:00:00 EDT

An event is coming later this month that brings together two summer favorites, ice cream and baseball, for a good cause.

Harry Connick Jr. writes song for Newtown victim

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:21:00 EDT

Harry Connick Jr. has written a song in honor of a 6-year-old girl killed in the Newtown school shooting.

Blumenthal, Murphy discuss gun control legislation

Rachel Noble — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:59:00 EDT

Connecticut leaders held a media conference to mark the six months since the Newtown shooting on Friday afternoon.

Malloy announces funding for new Sandy Hook design

Steven Yablonski — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:07:00 EDT

Gov. Dannel Malloy announced Friday, six months to the day after the mass shooting inside Sandy Hook Elementary School, that funding has been approved to be used toward the design of a new building.

On Your Side: Looking out for hidden charges

Kim Lucey — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:29:00 EDT

Bill adjustments and hidden charges in bank or credit card statements could be costing people hundreds of dollars a year.

Hartford police sgt. rides for Sandy Hook victims

Steven Yablonski — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:10:00 EDT

Hartford police Sgt. James Elliot is hitting the road in honor of the victims of the Sandy Hook shooting.

Metro-North train strikes fallen tree in Norwalk

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:04:00 EDT

A Metro-North commuter train has struck a tree that fell onto the tracks near south Norwalk.

Reception planned for new Conn. Regents president

The Associated Press — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:41:00 EDT

A welcoming reception is planned for the new president of the Connecticut Board of Regents.

Family Safety Day being held in honor of drowning victim

Steven Yablonski — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:17:00 EDT

Families are being invited to attend Family Safety Day in Bridgeport Friday.

West Haven convenience store robbed

Rachel Rooney — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:15:00 EDT

West Haven police are investigating after the Krauszer's Food Store on Campbell Avenue was robbed.

Mom to face judge after child found wandering

WFSB Staff — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:08:00 EDT

A mother from Hamden will be in court Friday after her child was found walking around a busy parking lot.

Wake-up call: Starbucks to post calorie counts

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:10:00 EDT

Starbucks has a new way to wake up its customers: showing the calories in its drinks.

Groundbreaking held for playground to remember slain teacher

Kate Rayner — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:53:00 EDT

There was a reason to smile in Stratford today, in memory of 27-year-old teacher Victoria Soto.

Goshen white bison turns 1

The Associated Press — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:10:00 EDT

Its coat has turned from light to brown, but the rare white bison that caused a stir among Native Americans is still attracting visitors a year after its birth. People eager for a glimpse of the animal

State strawberry crop expected to be abundant

The Associated Press — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:02:00 EDT

State agriculture officials are encouraging people to visit Connecticut farms to pick locally grown strawberries. Agriculture Commissioner Steven Reviczky said the state's strawberry crop is doing well

Paula Deen admits to use of racial slurs during deposition

Tanita Gaither — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:18:00 EDT

Celebrity chef and southern food connoisseur Paula Deen was back in a controversial spotlight Wednesday, alleged of using racial slurs as jokes in her restaurants in front of employees.

Boy, 13, charged in 'wrestling' death of girl, 5

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:00:00 EDT

A 13-year-old boy from a New Orleans suburb was charged with second-degree murder in the death of his 5-year-old half-sister after investigators said he told them he repeatedly struck her with wrestling moves imitated from...