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The Secretary of the State held a press conference addressing the allegations of absentee...

Judge expected to rule on suits filed over Bridgeport ballot tampering claims

Updated: 2 hours ago

By Matt McFarland, Marcy Jones and Olivia Schueller

A judge is expected to rule Monday on claims of ballot tampering during Bridgeport’s mayoral primary election.

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Technical Discussion: Lingering showers tomorrow give way to sunnier skies

Updated: 2 hours ago

By Mike Slifer

The following is a technical discussion of Connecticut's forecast written by Channel 3's meteorologists.

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Vigil held for high school senior killed in New Milford crash

Updated: 2 hours ago

By Olivia Kalentek, Marcy Jones, Rob Polansky and Eliza Kruczynski

A vigil was set for Monday night at New Milford High School for a student who died in a crash on Friday.

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State department of education opens inquiry into Killingly BOE

Updated: 4 hours ago

By Luke Hajdasz

The state’s department of education is planning to hold a hearing next month to discuss how well Killingly’s board of education is serving their students – especially when it comes to mental health.

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How will a possible federal government shutdown affect CT?

Updated: 5 hours ago

By Sam Smink

With the federal government facing a potential shutdown this weekend, Channel 3 is trying to find out how this will affect you here in Connecticut.

Women’s Basketball

Connecticut guard Paige Bueckers (5) reacts in double overtime against NC State during the East...

UConn’s Bueckers announces support for Husky Harvest food pantry

Updated: 6 hours ago

By Rob Polansky and Joe Zone

University of Connecticut women’s basketball star Paige Bueckers announced support on Friday for the Husky Harvest food pantry.

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How to start preparing for FAFSA

Updated: 6 hours ago

By Cassidy Williams

If you’re applying for financial aid for college, things are going to work a bit differently this year.

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Some applicants denied for Hartford’s flooding compensation program

Updated: 7 hours ago

By Ayah Galal

Hartford’s flood compensation program has opened, but several applicants are saying their applications for compensation have been denied.

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FILE - COVID-19 antigen home tests indicating a positive result are photographed in New York,...

Claim your free COVID tests starting today

Updated: 8 hours ago

By Rob Polansky and Olivia Schueller

Connecticut health officials urged residents to claim free COVID-19 tests from the federal government.

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Experts say you should apply for FAFSA as soon as possible.

How to start preparing for FAFSA

Updated: 10 hours ago

By Cassidy Williams

If you’re applying for financial aid for college, things are going to work a bit differently this year.

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Officer honored for saving the life of a motorcycle crash victim

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

An officer credited with saving the life of a motorcyclist who was involved in a crash was the guest of honor for the victim.

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Police: 56-year-old found with stolen items valued at $20K

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Kristina Russo

Police responded to an active burglary at a commercial building in the area of Bradley Street.

Football

UConn football vs. Rice: How to watch

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

The University of Connecticut unveiled information about how and when to watch its football team’s matchup against Rice University.

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Where are your favorite fall destinations in CT?

Updated: 13 hours ago

By WFSB Staff

Fall has arrived and we want to know your favorite fall destinations in Connecticut.

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‘Luna’ the dog has returned home, family says

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Mike Cerullo, Zoe Strothers and Rob Polansky

A family that had been searching for a dog after a suspect stole their car says the pet is back home.

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Man accused of inappropriately touching a minor, exposing himself

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

Meriden police said they arrested a man for both intentionally exposing himself to and inappropriately touching a minor.

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It’s almost fritter time in Southington

Updated: 14 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

The Southington Apple Harvest Festival returns on Friday.

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Tree comes down on road in Wolcott, knocks out power

Updated: 14 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

Power was knocked out to a neighborhood in Wolcott when a tree came down in the area on Monday.

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Dump truck rolls over off I-395 in Plainfield

Updated: 15 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

A dump truck driver was transported to a hospital after the truck rolled over on a highway in Plainfield.

First Alert Traffic

Blasting intermittently closes I-95 in East Lyme

Updated: 15 hours ago

By Rob Polansky, Luke Hajdasz, Olivia Schueller and Eliza Kruczynski

Ledge blasting is causing intermittent closures twice a day on Interstate 95 in East Lyme.

Sports

WWAX announces sports broadcasting partnership with Quinnipiac University

Updated: 16 hours ago

By WFSB Staff

Channel 3′s sister station, WWAX, announced on Monday a sports broadcasting partnership with Quinnipiac University.

Women’s Basketball

UConn’s Azzi Fudd holds basketball camp at Coventry High School

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Rob Polansky

The University of Connecticut basketball season may still be several weeks away, but guard Azzi Fudd has been teaching her skills.

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Wishes on Wheels rolls into East Hartford

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 7:08 PM EDT

By Olivia Schueller

Truck drivers and volunteers gathered together, hoping to raise the hope and spirit of children with life-threatening illnesses.

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Hartford Police investigate non-fatal shooting

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 5:54 PM EDT

By Zoe Strothers

Hartford police are investigating a shooting on Mahl Avenue.

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New Britain neighborhood remembers woman struck, killed by officer

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 5:03 PM EDT

By Dylan Fearon

A New Britain neighborhood is mourning the death of a woman who was hit by a New Britain police officer.

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Police intervene after knife incident at Branford High School football game

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 4:45 PM EDT

By Zoe Strothers

An incident between minors involving a knife at a Branford High School football game resulted in police intervention.

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Rain or Shine: Walk to End Alzheimer’s held in New Haven

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 2:18 PM EDT

By Olivia Schueller

Hundreds will grab umbrellas, put on ponchos, and gather at Lighthouse Point Park beginning at 9 a.m.

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Weekend fall festivals canceled, postponed due to inclement weather

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 9:17 AM EDT

By Chris Charbonneau

A number of fall festivals and events were either canceled or postponed due to the forecasted rainy weekend weather.

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UConn football loses 4th straight game

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 9:18 PM EDT

By Joe Zone

It’s a long way back for the UConn Football team.

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Police anticipate arrest in fatal pedestrian crash in Griswold

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 3:08 PM EDT

By Olivia Kalentek

State police say they are anticipating an arrest to be made in a fatal pedestrian crash in Griswold.

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Police investigate bomb threat made against New Haven Pride Center

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 2:09 PM EDT

By Olivia Kalentek

Police are investigating a bomb threat called in to the New Haven Pride Center on Saturday.

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One killed, two injured in Hartford shooting

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM EDT

By Olivia Kalentek

A man was killed, and two others were injured in a shooting Friday night in Hartford.

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Man charged with DUI in fatal motorcycle crash on I-95 in Milford

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 7:26 AM EDT

By Evan Sobol

Part of Interstate 95 north in Milford is closed Friday night because of a deadly motorcycle crash.

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Durham Fair braces for a rainy weekend

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:21 PM EDT

By Rob Polansky

Folks planning to head to the Durham Fair over the weekend may want to pack an umbrella.

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Referee shortage causes problems for fall sports

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:19 PM EDT

By Hector Molina

While fall sports are underway, referee crews across the state are understaffed.

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Silver Alert issued for missing 13-year-old from Waterbury

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:57 PM EDT

By Evan Sobol

Police are seeking the public’s help as they search for a missing 13-year-old out of Waterbury.

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Waterbury Police Department holds car seat safety clinic

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:28 PM EDT

By Audrey Russo

Nearly half of all child car seats are not installed correctly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Veterans connected with benefits, services on Stand Down Day

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:09 PM EDT

By Susan Raff

On this day, we honor Veterans by connecting them with benefits and services.

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DOT considering changes to rail and bus service

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:38 PM EDT

By Matt McFarland

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is considering several changes for its Metro North, Shoreline East and CT Transit Service.

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DCF involved after allegations of violence at a Harwinton youth group home

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:13 PM EDT

By Eliza Kruczynski

A youth group home in Harwinton is under fire amid allegations of assault and violence.

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Police tracked down stolen Aston Martin to Berlin home that doubled as a ‘chop shop’

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:52 PM EDT

By Ayah Galal

It’s the video that sent shockwaves across the state and beyond this week.

Family Friday: Kicking off the fall season in Connecticut

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:51 PM EDT

By WFSB Staff

Ready or not, it’s time to say ‘so long’ to summer, and despite the start of the new season, fall fun is already in full swing!

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Man dies after being struck by vehicle in Simsbury

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:05 PM EDT

By Evan Sobol

A man died after he was struck by a vehicle in Simsbury on Thursday, according to police.

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Waterford Police look for suspect accused of stealing Pokémon cards

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:53 PM EDT

By Chris Charbonneau

Police in Waterford are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole more than $500 worth of Pokémon cards.

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Firefighters pull construction worker from fallen trench box in Hartford

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:17 PM EDT

By Rob Polansky

A construction worker was rescued from a trench box that shifted and fell at a site in Hartford on Friday morning.

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Naugatuck apartment fire forces 14 people out, hospitalizes 1

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:16 PM EDT

By Rob Polansky and Cassidy Williams

One person was rescued from a burning apartment in Naugatuck late Thursday night.

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Man fatally struck by pick-up truck was traveling cross country, raising money for bicyclists injured in car crashes

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:28 AM EDT

By Emma McSpadden and Chelsea Collinsworth

A man riding cross country to raise money for other bicyclists that have been injured in car crashes died after he was struck by a pick-up truck along the highway in Crosby County Thursday morning.

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Separate overdose, stabbing victims treated at same scene in New Haven

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:11 AM EDT

By Hector Molina, Zoe Strothers and Rob Polansky

A woman who died from an overdosed and man who was stabbed were both treated at the same location in New Haven on Thursday night.

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CT-based Melissa & Doug store to open just over state lines ahead of holiday season

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:40 AM EDT

By Rob Polansky

A brand known for making popular wooden children’s toys is opening a retail store not far from its headquarters in Wilton.

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‘Armed and dangerous’ kidnapping suspect arrested in Connecticut

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:27 AM EDT

By Rob Polansky

A man wanted out of New York for a kidnapping case was arrested by local police in Connecticut.