Serious crash closes I-84 in Willington – NBC Connecticut
A serious crash has closed Interstate 84 in both directions in Willington, according to state police. The crash happened around 3:15 p.m. in the area of Exit 71. Serious injuries have been reported, state police [...]
Less smoky this evening, tracking significant rain and wind with some…
A large brush fire is burning in Great Barrington MA. Because of this morning's cool air AND the wind direction, we could smell it in New Haven CT. Why is the cool air a factor? [...]
Cromwell/Portland hands Rockville its first loss
One of the unbeatens fell from the high school football ranks last Friday. It was Rockville, which lost to Cromwell/Portland, 29-19 at home.Cromwell/Portland (8-1) went up 22-0 at halftime. Rockville (7-1) rallied in the second [...]
I-84 West in Plainville reopens following brush fire – NBC Connecticu…
Interstate 84 West in Plainville has reopened after a brush fire briefly closed multiple lanes on Sunday. The fire was reportedly between exits 33 and 32. Firefighters from multiple departments were called to the scene. [...]
Exit 1B on Interstate 691 in Meriden is closed due to jackknifed trai…
MERIDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A jackknifed tractor-trailer has closed exit 1B on the westbound side of Interstate 691 in Meriden. Photo provided by Jeannette Matos.Photo provided by Jeannette Matos.Photo provided by Jeannette Matos. According to [...]
Why many CT residential electric bills will rise again
Winter electric rates for Eversource customers will increase about $15 a month beginning Jan.1 largely because of seasonal market conditions that push up the cost of natural gas, the utility said in a filing Friday [...]
Drought conditions in Litchfield County good for wineries – NBC Conne…
Connecticut remains in a drought, and parts of Litchfield County are now in a severe drought. While many farmers are worried about how the dry conditions will impact their crops ahead of the winter season, [...]
Michelle Troconis will go to trial for contempt charge
STAMFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Michelle Troconis is expected to go to trial in March 2025 for a contempt of court charge. Troconis, who was found guilty in connection to the disappearance and death of Jennifer [...]
Teen arrested in connection with bomb threat targeting CT high school
A teenager was arrested in connection with a bomb threat made to a high school in Meriden that was posted on social media.The Meriden Police Department’s Patrol Division and Special Crimes Unit, school resource officers [...]
Person arrested in connection to deadly scooter crash in New London –…
A person has been arrested on manslaughter charges after a deadly scooter crash in New London last month. Police said officers and firefighters responded to the entrance of the Cedar Grove Cemetery just before 11 [...]
Officer Louis Clayton of the Windsor Police Department passes away
WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — The Windsor Police Department has announced the passing of Officer Louis Clayton. According to the department, Officer Clayton passed away on Nov. 8 while off duty. “Officer Clayton served with dedication [...]
UConn women’s basketball hosts South Florida for Gampel Pavilion open…
The last time South Florida women’s basketball coach Jose Fernandez saw UConn freshman Sarah Strong was in Bucaramanga, Colombia, and the star forward was a member of his roster on at the U18 FIBA AmeriCup. [...]
Shoppers take note, but don’t try to game the system – NBC Connecticu…
It’s a trend shoppers and experts alike are seeing when making certain online returns: online retailers giving you a refund and telling you to just keep the item. Kyle James, the founder of Rather-Be-Shopping.com, said [...]
What lessons did Connecticut learn from Election Day?
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) -- Did Connecticut's first year of early voting cut down on polling lines on Election Day? Almost 750,000 people voted early. Connecticut Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas called it a success, [...]
Who won the House? Here’s where the races stand
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans have taken control of the U.S. Senate and are fighting to keep their majority in the U.S. House, which would produce a full sweep of GOP power in Congress alongside President-elect Donald Trump in the [...]
Waterbury police arrest mom, stepdad after baby suffers severe burns …
Waterbury police have arrested the mother and stepfather of a 6-month-old baby after the infant suffered severe burns after falling off a bed, police said. Police said the investigation started when staff from Saint Mary’s [...]
Teen crashes stolen car into 2 vehicles, tree in Orange
ORANGE, Conn. (WTNH) -- A 17-year-old in a stolen Kia crashed it into two other vehicles, and then a tree, soon after police received a call about reckless driving on Monday. Police initially received a [...]
Man who fled scene of CT crash involving two kids caught by K-9
A man wanted for questioning in an armed robbery in Rhode Island was arrested after fleeing a crash involving two children in Bolton.Troopers from Troop K were dispatched to the area of Brandy Street and [...]
Glastonbury police searching for SUV believed to be involved in hit-a…
Glastonbury police are searching for an SUV that is believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run on Friday. Police described the SUV they are looking for as small and maroon. It was reportedly involved [...]
Beautiful and seasonable Saturday and Sunday
Coming off the warmest Halloween on record--we set new record highs again in Bridgeport and Windsor Locks on this first day of November with highs in the 80s! Much more seasonable temperatures for Saturday and [...]
Visit the Beetlejuice house in New Jersey — just don’t say his name t…
Hira Qureshi | (TNS) The Philadelphia InquirerPHILADELPHIA — To celebrate the long-awaited Tim Burton sequel, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” Airbnb is offering a haunting experience at the Deetz family residence.In the listing called “Haunt the Beetlejuice House,” [...]
Funeral arrangements set for fallen Newtown Asst. Fire Chief Pete Blo…
Funeral arrangements have been set for Assistant Fire Chief Pete Blomberg, who died in the line of duty while crossing the road heading to a Board of Fire Commissioners meeting earlier this week. Police said [...]
Corey talks U.S. Senate race
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Matthew Corey, the Republican candidate for one of Connecticut's two U.S. Senate seats, is gearing up to face incumbent Democrat Chris Murphy in a rematch. Murphy and Corey were on the ballot [...]
A Minnesota woman is accused of turning in a ballot for her dead moth…
Itasca County Attorney Jake Fauchald said the case shows election officials can catch problems and even rural counties have the resources and willingness to prosecute election fraud. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? [...]
Person injured in New Haven crash – NBC Connecticut
One person is injured after a crash in New Haven over the weekend. Emergency crews responded to Webster Street near Dixwell Station on Saturday night for a crash. A car had crashed into a tree [...]