Bridgeport: Police respond to shooting on Kossuth Street

Bridgeport police say a person was either directly hit with or grazed by a bullet.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Police-respond-to-shooting-on-Kossuth-15912980.php

Police: Juvenile drove car into multi-resident home

Some Hartford residents have been displaced after a vehicle crashed into their home.

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Live Updates: Winter snowstorm

Here are live updates about the winter snowstorm headed for Connecticut on Jan. 31.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Live-Updates-Winter-snowstorm-15912380.php

Bridgeport fire displaces family

A Bridgeport family has been displaced after a duplex fire on Ferris Street early Saturday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-fire-displaces-family-15912210.php

Snow, hazardous conditions expected to begin Sunday night

A winter storm warning is in effect for the tri-state area where heavy snowfall and hazardous conditions are expected.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Snowfall-and-hazardous-conditions-expected-to-15911950.php

Stratford school budget proposal would cut 12 positions

The superintendent said she hopes there would be no layoffs as a result of the positions cut.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-school-budget-proposal-would-cut-12-15909731.php

Bridgeport police investigate shooting incident

A person came to Bridgeport Hospital with a gunshot wound.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigate-shooting-incident-15911412.php

Police make arrest in Connecticut cold case

Willie Robinson, 52, of Matteson Street, Waterbury, was picked up Friday and charged with murder, according to a statement released Saturday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-make-arrest-in-Connecticut-cold-case-15911415.php

UConn Health cancels new vaccine appointments

All first-dose vaccine appointments at UConn Health scheduled for this week have been cancelled due to a lack of supply.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/UConn-Health-cancels-new-vaccine-appointments-15910925.php

Police in Trumbull investigating threat against school

Police said a threat was left Friday on a high school administrator’s phone.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-in-Trumbull-investigating-threat-against-15910834.php

State: CT nursing homes may have reached coronavirus herd immunity

There has been a 66 percent decrease in new COVID-19 cases in nursing homes in the three weeks since every resident had their first vaccine dose.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-CT-nursing-homes-may-have-reached-15910783.php

10 inches of snow possible in CT Sunday night and Monday

The National Weather Service said to expect as much as 10 inches of snow in coastal areas.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/10-inches-of-snow-possible-in-CT-Sunday-night-and-15910579.php

How Biden’s COVID-19 executive actions match what Connecticut’s doing

Many of President Joe Biden’s first actions aimed to step up the federal government’s response to the pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/How-Biden-s-COVID-19-executive-actions-match-15909651.php

Foxwoods may become mass vaccination site

The casino is reportedly in talks to house a large vaccination site, according to hospital officials.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Foxwoods-may-become-mass-vaccination-site-15910464.php

CT one of 7 states to vaccinate more than 10%, White House says

Connecticut is one of only seven states to vaccinate more than 10 percent of the population according to a White House senior adviser.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-one-of-7-states-to-vaccinate-more-than-10-15910446.php

Police investigating threat at Trumbull High School

Police said the message was left “using a computer-modified voice,” and mentioned a specific student’s name and a communication app.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-investigating-threat-at-Trumbull-High-15909970.php

Classes to resume Monday at UConn; eight COVID cases reported

STORRS — As students are set to go back to in-person classes on Monday, the University of Connecticut Friday reported eight new cases of COVID-19.

Five of the new cases involve residential students, while the remaining three were found among employees, all of whom work on campus, according to the school’s public COVID-19 dashboard.

Currently, 26 residential students at the Storrs campus are in isolation, either having testing positive for the virus or showing symptoms.

“Our ability to maintain a relatively high level of in-person campus presence and activities has been truly a community effort,” said Carl Lejuez, UConn’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, in a letter to students Friday.

The letter said students and university staff will be informed when more information is available about vaccines. Currently, Connecticut is only offering the vaccine to people 75 and older outside of nursing homes, health care workers and medical first responders. New York, meanwhile, has begun offering the vaccine to teachers.

Several other colleges and universities are reporting cases and reminding students of their COVID-19 rules as students return for the spring semester.

Quinnipiac University in Hamden reported three new cases Thursday, all among students living off campus. The university has reported 24 cases in total since the spring semester began. Students there are under a “containment period” until Monday, during which they are told to remain on campus or in their off-campus housing except for medical or school-related appointments.

The University of New Haven in West Haven reports seven...

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NWS: ‘Significant winter storm’ possible early next week; windchill sends temps plummeting

“Although it is too soon to determine exact timing and potential impacts, it is never too soon to make appropriate preparations,” the agency said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/NWS-Significant-winter-storm-possible-15909139.php

Low temps, high demand: Market on former Shakespeare property set to expand

The market is next scheduled to take place Feb. 6 and Feb. 7.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Low-temps-high-demand-Market-on-former-15908837.php

Police: Unique, expensive jewelry taken during Easton home burglary

Police said the thieves threw a safe out of the office window of the home and carried it to a waiting vehicle.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Unique-expensive-jewelry-taken-during-15908951.php

Amid supply concerns, CT hospital postpones COVID vaccinations

Waterbury Hospital said it closed its clinics Friday, Monday and Tuesday after the hospital ran out of vaccine doses.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Amid-supply-concerns-CT-hospital-postpones-COVID-15908790.php

Judge refuses to throw out Bridgeport police chief challenge lawsuit

A judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit by a former Bridgeport assistant police chief who claims he was defrauded out of the chief’s job.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Judge-refuses-to-throw-out-Bridgeport-police-15908824.php

State data: Only one new flu hospitalization in past week

COVID-19 rages on, but flu activity in the state remains almost non-existent, with a total of 39 people testing positive so far this season.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-data-Only-one-new-flu-hospitalization-in-15908803.php

Analysis: Meet your COVID-19 variants

The coronavirus is mutating, as viruses do, and there are a few variants that are cause for conern.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Analysis-Meet-your-COVID-19-variants-15908136.php

Police: Victim seriously injured in New London stabbing

New London detectives are continuing to investigate a Thursday morning stabbing that they say was not a random act.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Victim-seriously-injured-in-New-London-15908410.php

‘People like you get shot:’ Police say CT man sent threatening texts

Police said the man faces charges of threatening and breach of peace after allegedly sending threatening text messages.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/People-like-you-get-shot-Police-say-CT-man-15907906.php

Feds: Waterbury woman illegally received Social Security benefits

A Waterbury woman will spend three months in federal prison after authorities said she illegally received benefits for 13 years.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Waterbury-woman-illegally-received-Social-15907775.php

UConn reports nine COVID cases

Six of the new cases were among students, of whom three are residential students at UConn’s Storrs campus and three live off campus.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/UConn-reports-nine-COVID-cases-15907154.php

Police: Stabbing reported in Bridgeport’s South End

Police said the call came from the 200th block of Iranistan Avenue.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Stabbing-reported-in-Bridgeport-s-South-15907039.php

Attorney General wants more power to pursue pandemic price gougers

Attorney General William Tong says more than 750 instances of price-gouging have been investigated in the COVID pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Attorney-General-wants-more-power-to-pursue-15906618.php

‘We just don’t want crowds:’ COVID limits warming centers

Many public spaces usually used as warming centers are closed, reduced in capacity or being used to combat the spread of coronavirus.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/We-just-don-t-want-crowds-COVID-limits-15906521.php

Battleover mandatory vaccinations back again in General Assembly

Killed last year when the General Assembly adjourned in March, battle over school vaccinations will be revived soon, pitting parental rights and public health.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Battleover-mandatory-vaccinations-back-again-in-15906440.php

CT COVID deaths surpass 7K as hospitalizations continue to decline

Forty-four deaths reported Thursday brought the state’s reported number of fatalities from the virus to 7,020.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-COVID-deaths-surpass-7K-as-hospitalizations-15906251.php

Neil Kelly, Bridgeport prosecutor, retiring after more than 30 years

The supervising prosecutor of the Golden Hill Street courthouse is retiring.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Neil-Kelly-Bridgeport-prosecutor-retiring-after-15906144.php

Hayes seeks to remove Republican from committee who agreed Sandy Hook shooting was staged

The comments of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., prompted outrage from the families of Sandy Hook victims in Newtown, which falls in Hayes’ district.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hayes-seeks-to-remove-Republican-from-committee-15905709.php

Fairfield police: Woman, 65, charged in political graffiti case

An arrest has been made in what police described as political graffiti at a local school and an area store earlier this month.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-police-Woman-65-charged-in-political-15905754.php

Warrant: Shelton man sexually assaulted girl, 11, on Christmas

Stratford police said they arrested 45-year-old Nathan Legensky last week on charges of first-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Warrant-Shelton-man-sexually-assaulted-girl-11-15905528.php

Pelican rescued from icy Connecticut River in Essex

The Connecticut Audubon Society said the bird was found surrounded by ice in the river near the docks Wednesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Pelican-rescued-from-icy-Connecticut-River-in-15905436.php

Shelters open as brutal cold hits Connecticut

As Connecticut braces for what is forecast to be some of the coldest days so far this winter, officials activate shelters.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelters-open-as-brutal-cold-hits-Connecticut-15905431.php

Tolland man pleads guilty to federal tax offense

A Tolland man waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty Wednesday to a federal tax offense.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Tolland-man-pleads-guilty-to-federal-tax-offense-15904909.php

Police: Missing Bridgeport teen last seen Jan. 20

A 16-year-old girl from Bridgeport has been missing since Jan. 20. A Silver Alert described her as an endangered runaway.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Missing-Bridgeport-teen-last-seen-Jan-20-15904920.php

Should pregnant women get COVID vaccine?

While the World Health Organization advises against pregnant women getting vaccinated, Connecticut doctors say they should at least consult their doctor and consider it.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Should-pregnant-women-get-COVID-vaccine-15904756.php

State Sen. Moore fined $300 for state elections violation

Elections watchdogs declined to pursue a stiffer, $2,000 penalty

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-Sen-Moore-fined-300-for-state-elections-15904740.php

CT has nearly $1B in new COVID relief. How will it be spent?

Connecticut lawmakers and lobbying groups want to know Gov. Ned Lamont’s plan on how the state will use the latest round of federal funding.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-has-nearly-1B-in-new-COVID-relief-How-will-15904793.php

Police: Man attacked with bottle in Bridgeport robbery

City police continue to investigate after a male victim had his cellphone stolen after being assaulted with a bottle.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Man-attacked-with-bottle-in-Bridgeport-15904675.php

Feds: Waterbury heroin trafficker gets 10 years in prison

A Waterbury man was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison on a heroin trafficking offense this week.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Waterbury-heroin-trafficker-gets-10-years-15904679.php

Feds: CT man who threatened to kill Trump gets 9 more years in prison

A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced the man, who was last living in New Haven, to more than nine years in prison.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-CT-man-who-threatened-to-kill-Trump-gets-9-15904684.php

Four new COVID cases reported at UConn

Four new cases of COVID-19 were reported Wednesday at the University of Connecticut, all among students.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Four-new-COVID-cases-reported-at-UConn-15903719.php

Fined for not voting? Bill would create $20 penalty for non-voters

One of 30 election-related bills in the CT General Assembly would create $25 fines for people who neglect to vote.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fined-for-not-voting-Bill-would-create-20-15903515.php

Fairfield vaccine clinic going strong 4 weeks after opening

Rep. Jim Himes visits the town’s vaccine clinic, where 3,846 vaccines have been given out in its first four weeks.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-vaccine-clinic-going-strong-4-weeks-15902852.php

Bridgeport man accused of beating, choking woman while free on bond

A Bridgeport man facing assault charges in Milford is accused of beating and choking woman who had protective order against him.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-accused-of-beating-choking-woman-15902839.php

Baby seal rescued from Stonington beach recovering at Mystic Aquarium

The male gray seal pup was found stranded on the shores of Mason’s Island in Stonington at the mouth of Mystic River on Jan. 23.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Baby-seal-rescued-from-Stonington-beach-15902441.php

Amid delays, new Electric Boat subs set pace for General Dynamics

After a Government Accountability Office report noting delays in the new Columbia submarine program at Electric Boat, an executive vowed the shipyard will “outperform” expectations.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Amid-delays-new-Electric-Boat-subs-set-pace-for-15902288.php

Fairfield University claims insurance company reneged on abuse settlement payment

Fairfield University has filed a federal lawsuit against its insurance company claiming the company refused to pay a settlement involving abuse at a Haitian school.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-University-claims-insurance-company-15902331.php

Victim of Bridgeport courthouse shooting denied bail

A judge decided that despite Trevon Wright’s apparent paralysis, his reasons for requesting bail did not “outweigh the danger to the community.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Victim-of-Bridgeport-courthouse-shooting-denied-15902112.php

Meriden PD: Man arrested with gun, weed after fleeing traffic stop

The driver initially fled from police into Wallingford, only to return later and be arrested, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Meriden-PD-Man-arrested-with-gun-weed-after-15901870.php

DOT: Overturned car closes Route 82 at Route 163 in Montville

Route 82 is closed at its intersection with Route 163 after a crash Wednesday morning in Montville.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Overturned-car-closes-Route-82-at-Route-163-15901841.php

Montville police: 2 charged in alleged abuse investigation

Police charged two people Tuesday in connection with the alleged abuse of an intellectually disabled person.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Montville-police-2-charged-in-alleged-abuse-15901858.php

Police: Person hit by bullet fragment in Bridgeport

A female victim suffered a non-life-threatening injury when she was hit by a bullet fragment.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-hit-by-bullet-fragment-in-15901595.php

Ansonia police: Stolen car linked to 2 purse thefts

Ansonia police are reminding drivers to be alert after two people had their purses stolen earlier this week.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-police-Stolen-car-linked-to-2-purse-15901640.php

‘We have to stay safe’: COVID mutations heighten concerns in CT

Connecticut health experts say wearing a mask and social distancing are the best defense as more COVID variants are detected worldwide.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/We-have-to-stay-safe-COVID-mutations-15901470.php

Is CT vaccine rollout leaving behind Black and Latino residents?

Child care, grocery, and public transit workers — groups who are disproportionately Black and Latino — must wait at least a month to make a vaccine appointment.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Is-CT-vaccine-rollout-leaving-behind-Black-and-15901590.php

Feds: Stratford dealer distributed cocaine, opioids, heroin

A Stratford man will spend 63 months in federal prison for distributing drugs and being in possession of ammunition, authorities said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Stratford-dealer-distributed-cocaine-15901364.php

Feds: Bridgeport man tied to 3 shootings gets 4 years in prison

While his cases are still pending in state court, a federal judge on Tuesday sentenced him to four years in prison on a federal gun charge.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Bridgeport-man-tied-to-3-shootings-gets-4-15901388.php

Police: Sixth teen charged in Waterbury homicide case after botched robbery

A sixth juvenile has been taken into custody this week in connection with a botched robbery last week that left one teen dead in Waterbury.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Sixth-teen-charged-in-Waterbury-homicide-15901359.php

White House's Psaki 'not running' for CT governor; Lamont: 'Too bad'

Greenwich native Jen Psaki said she has no intention of running for Conencticut governor.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/White-House-s-Psaki-not-running-for-CT-15901379.php

UConn reports 8 new COVID cases

As of Tuesday, 35 students at the Storrs campus are in isolation after testing positive or showing symptoms. Two students have recovered.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/UConn-reports-8-new-COVID-cases-15900496.php

Dr. Jill Biden hosts a virtual reception for Annie Lamont, other first spouses

A Zoom reception sponsored by First Lady Jill Biden included Annie Lamont and other first spouses from throughout the nation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Dr-Jill-Biden-hosted-a-virtual-reception-for-15900262.php

All CT’s gambling entities want a piece, or all of, the sports-betting pie

Connecticut’s two tribal casinos want to have sports betting to themselves, but lottery, off-track betting want a piece of the future.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/All-CT-s-gambling-entities-want-a-piece-or-all-15900168.php

Biden increases vaccine supply allowing CT to give more shots

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Connecticut has received 515,675 vaccine doses and administered about 66 percent of those doses.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Biden-increases-vaccine-supply-allowing-CT-to-15900225.php

With severe wind chills ahead, Lamont activates cold weather protocol

The decision allows state agencies and local officials to coordinate with United Way 211 and shelters to make sure vulnerable populations have shelter.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/With-cold-winds-ahead-Lamont-activates-cold-15900019.php

Inmate identified who died with COVID-19

A West Haven man was identified by his lawyer as being the latest victim of COVID-19 in prison.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Inmate-identified-who-died-from-COVID-19-15899903.php

Police: Traffic stop leads to drugs, weapon charges

A Wallingford man had more than 10 ounces of marijuana and marijuana products in his vehicle during his arrest, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Traffic-stop-leads-to-drugs-weapon-15899809.php

Amazon again passes on Connecticut for corporate landing spot in Boston

Amazon plans to add another 3,000 corporate jobs in Boston, with Connecticut having landed thousands of warehouse and delivery jobs but missing out on office expansion.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Amazon-again-passes-on-Connecticut-for-corporate-15899633.php

Police chief’s daughter’s social media posts spur racial inequality discussion at Naugatuck High

The student’s parents — the school’s vice principal and town’s police chief — apologized for their daughter’s “poor and inexcusable” posts that surfaced last week.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-chief-s-daughter-s-social-media-posts-15899237.php

Lamont extends COVID state of emergency through April 20

Gov. Ned Lamont on Tuesday said Connecticut’s state of emergency in response to the ongoing pandemic will be extended.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-extends-COVID-state-of-emergency-through-15899100.php

‘It has been a struggle:’ Audit looms as Stratford school officials ready budget request

Superintendent Janet Robinson is scheduled to present her budget request for next year to the Board of Education Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/It-has-been-a-struggle-Audit-looms-as-15898996.php

Officials ID woman, 60, killed in West Hartford house fire

The fire chief on Monday said he expects the investigation to last several more weeks as investigators work to collect all the information.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-ID-woman-60-killed-in-West-Hartford-15898243.php

NWS: Wintry mix headed to CT with up to 3 inches of snow possible

All of Connecticut is under a winter weather advisory until Wednesday morning with up to 3 inches of snow possible in some parts of the state.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/NWS-Wintry-mix-headed-to-CT-with-up-to-3-inches-15898270.php

DOT: Overturned vehicle closes part of Route 8 in Seymour

An overturned vehicle has closed an area of Route 8 south in Seymour Tuesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Overturned-vehicle-closes-part-of-Route-8-in-15898272.php

Senate leader: New tax on wealthy would help needy CT communities

The Senate’s highest-ranking Democrat proposed new taxes on high-value homes and on the capital gains of the state’s highest earners.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Senate-leader-New-tax-on-wealthy-would-help-15898282.php

1 dead, 1 in critical condition after serious Hartford collision

One male victim is dead and another is in critical condition at an area hospital after a major crash around 8 p.m. Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/1-dead-1-in-critical-condition-after-serious-15898177.php

Feds: NY accountant pleads guilty in CT pizza shop scheme

James Guerra, 58, of Dix Hills, New York pleaded guilty Monday to one count of willful failure to collect and pay over withholding taxes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-NY-accountant-pleads-guilty-in-CT-pizza-15897737.php

UConn reports seven new COVID cases

Four of the new cases were found among UConn students living at the Storrs campus, and the remaining three were found off campus, university spokeswoman Stephanie Reitz said in a press release.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/UConn-reports-seven-new-COVID-cases-15897739.php

Bridgeport police investigating stabbing reported near The Hollow

One other person was reported to have been thrown to the ground, police said in a tweet sent at 7:09 p.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigating-stabbing-reported-15897614.php

Bridgeport Correctional Center inmate dies of COVID

The man was transferred from Bridgeport Correctional Center to a hospital for treatment on Dec. 30, “where he succumbed to his illnesses late Sunday evening,” a press release said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Correctional-Center-inmate-dies-of-15897490.php

Now-deceased priest accused in lawsuit of allegedly raping boy at sister’s wedding

A new lawsuit claims a former Bethel priest sexually assaulted an altar boy in the early 1990s.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Now-deceased-priest-accused-in-lawsuit-of-15897160.php

Bridgeport amphitheater on target to begin hosting events this spring

Developer Howard Saffan is aiming to host graduations in May and the first concerts in June at the new amphitheater being built next to the arena.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-amphitheater-on-target-to-begin-15896923.php

Hartford man gets 3 years in prison on federal drug charge

A Hartford man will serve a three-year prison sentence on a federal narcotics charge after a 2019 investigation by various agencies.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-man-gets-3-years-in-prison-on-federal-15896781.php

New COVID testing site opens at Harbor Yard in Bridgeport

Since St. Vincent’s Medical Center “outgrew” its COVID testing site across from the hospital on Main Street in Bridgeport, its opened a new spot in the city, in the parking garage of Harbor Yard.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-COVID-testing-site-at-Harbor-Yard-in-15896640.php

Police: Cash drawer taken during armed robbery at Windsor Locks McDonald’s

A suspect grabbed the cash drawer and struggled with the employee at a McDonald’s drive-thru window early Monday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Cash-drawer-taken-during-armed-robbery-at-15896446.php

Beacon Falls fire destroyed carport, spread to hillside

A fire at a carport at a Beacon Falls home completely destroyed the carport and its contents on Saturday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Beacon-Falls-fire-destroyed-carport-spread-to-15896354.php

Lamont: All over 75 could be vaccinated within 3 weeks

Acknowledging that obstacles to vaccines have slowed the fight against COVID, Gov. Ned Lamont predicts that all over 75 years of age could be inoculated within three weeks.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-All-over-75-could-be-vaccinated-within-3-15896034.php

FD: Stratford house blaze sends woman, child to hospital for smoke inhalation

A woman and a child were taken to the hospital after a Stratford house fire Sunday morning that displaced five people.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/FD-Stratford-house-blaze-sends-woman-child-to-15895658.php

Bridgeport homicide victim remembered as ‘life of the party’

The city’s first homicide victim of 2021 was remembered in his obituary as a creative man who expressed himself through art.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-homicide-victim-remembered-as-life-15895746.php

Light snow, sleet, ice headed for CT

The tri-state region is expected to see light snowfall, sleet and rain Tuesday into Wednesday, according to the latest forecasts.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Light-snow-sleet-ice-headed-for-CT-15895456.php

CT man known from ‘Captain Kangaroo’ reboot dies

John Edward McDonough, known for starring as the titular character in “The All New Captain Kangaroo,” died at his home in Bloomfield on Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-man-known-from-Captain-Kangaroo-reboot-15894869.php

Weston: One person injured in crash involving bicycle

Officials said one person was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Weston-One-person-injured-in-crash-involving-15894807.php

Report: At least two sent to hospital after fire in Stratford

The people — a baby, and a woman who is 21 — were brought there to be checked out after breathing in smoke, FOX61 reported.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Report-At-least-two-sent-to-hospital-after-fire-15894371.php

West Hartford Saturday blaze results in one death

West Hartford officials are investigating the cause of a Saturday evening fire the claimed the life of one person and sent another to the hospital.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/West-Hartford-Saturday-blaze-results-in-one-death-15893985.php

NWS: Light snow ‘likely’ Tuesday and Tuesday night

Parts of the state in the southwestern panhandle could see snow as early as Monday night after about 1 a.m., with the odds of snow around 20 percent.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/NWS-Light-snow-likely-Tuesday-and-Tuesday-15893460.php

Has the COVID-19 pandemic peaked in CT? Maybe, maybe not

Some researchers believe that the pandemic may have reached its zenith in the United States. Others are not so sure.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Has-the-COVID-19-pandemic-peaked-in-CT-Maybe-15892801.php

Investigations launched into ‘racist’ social media posts attributed to member of CT police chief’s family

Officials in Naugatuck are conducting investigations into racist social media posts attributed to the police chief’s family.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Investigations-launched-into-racist-social-15892707.php

Court rules that defamation suits against Alex Jones may proceed

Parents of children killed in the Sandy Hook massacre filed suit against the Infowars host. Those lawsuits can now go forward.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Court-rules-that-defamation-suits-against-Alex-15892670.php

CT’s prison population the lowest in 32 years

Connecticut’s prison population has been decreasing since 2008. It’s now at its lowest level in decades.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-s-prison-population-the-lowest-in-32-years-15892549.php

Lamont wants to expand retaining program for unemployed workers

About 900 unemployed CT residents have been retrained for manufacturing and medical jobs under a program Gov. Ned Lamont wants to expand.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-wants-to-expand-retaining-program-for-15891896.php

Pay hikes for legislators? Only if both parties agree, Dems say

After no salary increases in 20 years, a state commission recommends a $350 boost for the CT General Assembly in 2023.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Pay-hikes-for-legislators-Only-if-both-parties-15891819.php

Outrage in Newtown after Republican congresswoman agreed Sandy Hook shooting was staged

The false, extremist theory that the Sandy Hook shooting, which killed 26 people, including 20 children, was a hoax, has plagued Newtown families for years.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Outrage-in-Newtown-after-Republican-congresswoman-15891270.php

COVID nursing home cases fall, but officials say too soon to attribute drop to vaccines

“I think maybe we’re starting to see a little bit of a benefit from the vaccinations starting to creep in.” Josh Geballe, Gov. Ned Lamont’s chief operating officer

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/COVID-nursing-home-cases-fall-but-officials-say-15891293.php

Feds indict alleged Bridgeport gang members

Five Bridgeport men have been indicted by a federal grand jury on gang charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-indict-alleged-Bridgeport-gang-members-15891162.php

Bridgeport man accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend while out on bond

A Bridgeport man was back in custody after police said he assaulted his former girlfriend while out on bond for allegedly assaulting her.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-accused-of-assaulting-15890989.php

2nd largest ever Mega Millions drawing takes place Friday night

There will be a drawing for the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot on Friday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/2nd-largest-ever-Mega-Millions-drawing-takes-15890830.php

Crash closes part of Route 287 in Wethersfield

A driver collided with a pole on Route 287 between Willow Street and Ridge Road, the DOT reported.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Crash-closes-part-of-Route-287-in-Wethersfield-15890735.php

Lamont to business: We need ideas for transportation funding

A year after his truck-tolling proposal “went over like a lead balloon,” Lamont is looking ahead to more federal funding for highways and transit.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-to-business-We-need-ideas-for-15890472.php

Southington police: 2 vandalized Sandy Hook shooting mural

The two individuals allegedly used spray paint to deface the mural, causing more than $2,000 in damage, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Southington-police-2-vandalized-Sandy-Hook-15890169.php

Bridgeport police investigate daytime shooting

Bridgeport police responded to a report of a person shot on Ridgefield Avenue shortly before 10 a.m. Friday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigate-daytime-shooting-15890187.php

Police: Alleged would-be car thief left bicycle at South Windsor home

Police in South Windsor said a suspect tried to break into cars in the area of Gray Road Thursday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Alleged-would-be-car-thief-left-bicycle-15889892.php

Police: 1shot on Stratford Avenue in Bridgeport

One person was hit by gunfire in a shooting in the city Thursday night, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-1shot-on-Stratford-Avenue-in-Bridgeport-15889817.php

Police: 17-year-old boy fatally shot in Waterbury

Police are investigating an early Friday morning homicide in Waterbury after a shooting left one teen dead, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-17-year-old-boy-fatally-shot-in-Waterbury-15889806.php

Feds: ‘Buddha’ sentenced to nearly 5 years for gun possession

Carlos Barnes, was sentenced Thursday to 57 months in prison followed by three years supervised release, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Buddha-sentenced-to-nearly-5-years-15889116.php

Second UConn employee arrested in stalking case

Tammi L. Zavickas was arrested by “a detective assisting the Tolland State’s Attorney’s Office,” a press release said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Second-UConn-employee-arrested-in-stalking-case-15889175.php

Blumenthal, 6 other senators file ethics complaint against colleagues

Blumenthal said he thought it would be “very deeply challenging if at all possible” to continue to work with Cruz and Hawley after their actions on Jan. 6.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/After-Capitol-attack-Blumenthal-file-ethics-15888973.php

‘So much need:’ Charity CEO offers 10 ways to help those struggling with COVID-19 pandemic

“It is not an overstatement to sum up this past year as one of extremes and unprecedented times,” said Juanita James, Fairfield County’s Community Foundation president and CEO.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/So-much-need-Charity-CEO-offers-10-ways-to-15889000.php

‘We need more vaccines’: Lamont says supply is choke point for COVID shots

Connecticut reported 48 more deaths attributed to COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the statewide death toll to 6,774.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/We-need-more-vaccines-Lamont-says-supply-15888583.php

Coming soon to Hearst CT: An updated look at COVID-19, the present and the future

It’s been about 11 months since the country — and our state — came face to face with a deadly pandemic that would change our lives forever. In that time, we’ve experienced unimaginable loss and marveled at incredible courage.

Near the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hearst Connecticut Media presented The Road Ahead, an in-depth look at what life might look like after deadly pandemic.

In the coming days online, and in print on Sunday, we’ll present The Road Home, an updated examination of where we are now and where we are headed.

The Road Home will tell stories of the heroism we’ve seen, from front-line medical workers to teachers and first responders. We’ll report on families that have lost loved ones but have found strength in the support of family and friends. The Road Home will tell stories of business owners who have adapted to the new normal to survive and high school athletes who have lost seasons but have kept their hopes of returning the field alive.

And we’ll document the great hope that new vaccines have brought to our communities.

The Road Home will provide deep reporting on all aspects of the pandemic and the people of Connecticut who have navigated their way through this life-changing time.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Coming-soon-to-Hearst-CT-An-updated-look-at-15888610.php

One new flu hospitalization; two new positive tests

The flu season in Connecticut remains almost comically low-energy, with only one new flu hospitalization in the most recent week for which numbers were available.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/One-new-flu-hospitalization-two-new-positive-15888589.php

Seymour police raising money for K-9 supplies

Seymour Police K-9 Argus is in need of some supplies to keep him safe, with less than $1,000 needed to cover the costs.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Seymour-police-raising-money-for-K-9-supplies-15888524.php

Judge denies order to block Bridgeport police transfers

A Superior Court judge on Thursday refused to order an immediate halt to the transfer of three Bridgeport police captains.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Judge-denies-order-to-block-Bridgeport-police-15888415.php

Lamont won’t follow neighboring state in lifting restaurant curfew

Massachusetts has announced it will lift its COVID-related curfew for restaurant table service, but Gov. Ned Lamont will not follow suit, he said Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-won-t-follow-neighboring-states-in-15888361.php

Monroe school budget plan includes 5.85% hike

The proposed spending plan adds some of the educators eliminated from the 2020-21 budget approved by the town last year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Monroe-school-budget-plan-includes-5-85-hike-15888118.php

Judge rules Bridgeport must release recordings in false rape case

A Superior Court judge has ordered the release of witnesses statements in the case of a Long Island woman who falsely claimed she was raped.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Judge-rules-Bridgeport-must-release-recordings-in-15888160.php

FD: Driver seriously injured in I-95 crash in Fairfield

A three-vehicle crash near the rest area on I-95 north in Fairfield left one driver with serious injuries, fire officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/FD-Driver-seriously-injured-in-I-95-crash-in-15888114.php

Hartford man pleads guilty to assaulting USPS mail carrier

Demorse Kelley, 39, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty before Judge Kari A. Dooley in Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-man-pleads-guilty-to-assaulting-USPS-15888110.php

Milford hospital celebrates centennial

The Milford campus of Bridgeport Hospital — formerly Milford Hospital — is celebrating its centennial this year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-hospital-celebrates-centennial-15887943.php

Analysis: Bears with COVID? It's possible

Wild animals could theoretically get COVID. That would not be good for the animals, or for us.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Analysis-Bears-with-COVID-It-s-possible-15887174.php

Firefighter injured battling Derby house blaze

Derby firefighters extinguished a fire at a multi-family home Tuesday night in about 20 minutes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Firefighter-injured-battling-Derby-house-blaze-15887518.php

9 displaced by fire at Hartford multi-family home

A multi-family home was declared uninhabitable by officials after a fire Wednesday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/9-displaced-by-fire-at-Hartford-multi-family-home-15887351.php

State police investigate ‘use of force incident’ involving West Hartford cops

West Hartford police officers were involved a reported use of force incident, which is now under state police investigation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-police-investigate-use-of-force-15887396.php

DPH: ‘Full steam ahead’ in CT as no serious reactions to COVID vaccines reported

A DPH spokeswoman said Connecticut did not receive any of the Moderna vaccines in the batch that was pulled in California due to complaints of adverse reactions.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DPH-Full-steam-ahead-in-CT-as-no-serious-15887059.php

Bridgeport fire units extinguish garage blaze

Officials said a fire in a garage on Fairfield Avenue did not spread and did not cause any injuries early Thursday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-fire-units-extinguish-garage-blaze-15887067.php

CT budget leaders: Use massive savings to expand COVID relief

Key lawmakers are questioning whether the state should be redirecting its own dollars, rather than saving them, to meet other pandemic-related needs.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-budget-leaders-Use-massive-savings-to-expand-15886992.php

Feds: Hartford man sentenced for fentanyl distribution while on parole

A Hartford man was sentenced to 77 months in federal prison after prosecutors say he distributed fentanyl while on parole in 2019.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Hartford-man-sentenced-for-fentanyl-15886932.php

More than 300 ineligible teachers receive COVID vaccine at CT clinic

The Pomperaug Health District scheduled hundreds of teachers to be vaccinated this week before the state clarified that adults 75 and over should come first.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/More-than-300-ineligible-teachers-receive-COVID-15886977.php

Police: Stab victim shows up at Bridgeport Hospital

Police in Bridgeport say one person suffered non-life-threatening injuries in a stabbing Wednesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Stab-victim-shows-up-at-Bridgeport-15886984.php

Police: UConn grad killed son, 9, in murder-suicide amid vaccine dispute

Stephen O’Loughlin, a 1994 UConn grad, was involved in a custody battle with his ex-wife in part because he refused to vaccinate their child, court documents show.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-UConn-grad-killed-son-9-in-15886485.php

Police: Two pedestrians injured by vehicle in Hamden

One of the people suffered a life-threatening injury, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Two-pedestrians-injured-by-vehicle-in-15886318.php

CT records 44 more COVID deaths

The 1,915 cases reported Wednesday were found out of 30,461 tests for a daily positivity rate of 6.29 percent, according to the state’s data

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-records-44-more-COVID-deaths-15885637.php

Meal kits, donut decorating, make your own pizza: How restaurants adapted to survive COVID shutdowns

Restaurants and bars turned to innovative takeout options early in the pandemic, including take-home kits for pizza making, cocktails and doughnut decorating.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Meal-kits-donut-decorating-make-your-own-pizza-15885592.php

Top prosecutor quarantining

Chief State’s Attorney quarantines after coming in contact with infected staff member.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Top-prosecutor-quarantining-15885527.php

Ridgefield man charged with ‘savage beating’ of officer in DC riot

A Ridgefield resident has been charged in connection with his alleged role in the assault on a police officer in the Capitol, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-man-charged-with-savage-beating-of-15885124.php

Watching from home, Connecticut chats, cheers and cries

Unable to attend the inauguration in person due to a deadly pandemic and ongoing security threats, Democrats shared the moment online.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Watching-from-home-Connecticut-chats-cheers-and-15884927.php

As pandemic rages on, funding mental health services remains key

Calls to the help line of the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Connecticut nearly doubled last year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/As-pandemic-rages-on-funding-mental-health-15884904.php

State police return with excavator to former Dulos home in Farmington

State police investigators have returned to the property at 80 Mountain Spring Road in Farmington to do more searching.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-police-return-with-excavator-to-former-15884596.php

Technology helped this Trumbull church through the pandemic

Religious leaders have adopted many new strategies, including recording podcasts and conducting virtual services.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Technology-helped-this-Trumbull-church-through-15884440.php

Yale professor watched in wonder as a virus he researched came to the U.S.

The Fairfield resident said COVID-19 changed from something he studied on an international level to something he saw impacting his community.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Yale-professor-watched-in-wonder-as-a-virus-he-15884403.php

Chief: Veteran Bridgeport police officer terminated for excessive force incident

A veteran officer with Bridgeport police was fired in connection with an April 2020 incident of alleged excessive force.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Chief-Veteran-Bridgeport-police-officer-15884526.php

Lamont appointed to national COVID task force

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont has been appointed to co-lead a national task force to address COVID-19-related issues.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-appointed-to-national-COVID-task-force-15884567.php

Westport business owner sees success during COVID with local support

Annette Norton, owner of Savvy + Grace, said her business saw its most successful holiday season thanks to the support of the Westport community.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Westport-business-owner-sees-success-during-COVID-15884358.php

Ridgefield runner can’t wait to do races, group runs post-COVID

A Ridgefield runner talks about her new plans, once racing and running conditions get back to normal.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ridgefield-runner-can-t-wait-to-do-races-group-15884366.php

Shelton teacher sees incredible resilience in children during pandemic

A Shelton kindergarten teacher was pleasantly surprised to see her students easily adapt to pandemic changes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-teacher-sees-incredible-resilience-in-15884295.php

Ganim not on Trump’s list of pardons, commutations

Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim’s name was not among the more than 140 people who were pardoned or had sentences commuted.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ganim-not-on-Trump-s-list-of-pardons-15884293.php

Lamont pushes to legalize marijuana in CT. But will it pass?

The Lamont administration has begun seeking feedback on a draft bill that would tax dry cannabis flowers, setting up what is expected to be a robust debate.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-pushes-to-legalize-marijuana-in-CT-But-15884097.php

EMT: COVID vaccine ‘one of the giant steps’ needed for normalcy

Jason Cintron, a 27-year-old member of the West Hartford Fire Department, says he hopes the COVID vaccine will help bring back some normalcy.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/EMT-COVID-vaccine-one-of-the-giant-steps-15884017.php

Ansonia police search for missing teen

Police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 14-year-old who was last seen Tuesday morning in Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-police-search-for-missing-teen-15884013.php

Police: Fight led to fatal stabbing in Bridgeport; 1 in custody

Bridgeport has reported its first homicide of 2021 after a fight led to a deadly stabbing early Wednesday morning, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Fight-led-to-fatal-stabbing-in-15883955.php

Bridgeport to hold vaccine clinic at Central High School

The clinic will open at 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., according to the release, at Central High School, located at 1 Lincoln Boulevard.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-to-hold-vaccine-clinic-at-Central-High-15883166.php

Feds: CT man pleads guilty to gun charge

Dionte Wilson, 25, pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, the U.S. Attorney’s office for the District of Connecticut said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-CT-man-pleads-guilty-to-gun-charge-15883400.php

State Police: Pistol permit holder charged with threatening

Brittany Lillian Stickman was charged with first-degree threatening, second-degree breach of peace and carrying a firearm under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-Police-Pistol-permit-holder-charged-with-15883174.php

Keila Torres-Ocasio back as interim managing editor of CT Post

The former reporter and columnist for the Post will continue to oversee investigations while serving as interim managing editor.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Keila-Torres-Ocasio-back-as-interim-managing-15883031.php

Lawlor appointed top prosecutor of Bridgeport court

Ann Falsey Lawlor has been appointed the new supervising prosecutor at the Golden Hill Street courthouse.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lawlor-appointed-top-prosecutor-of-Bridgeport-15882442.php

CEA: ‘Confusion’ led to CT teachers getting COVID vaccine too soon

Teachers are not yet eligible to receive the vaccine under Connecticut’s roll-out plan.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CEA-Confusion-led-to-CT-teachers-getting-15882304.php

Judge weighs turning over prosecutor’s file in divorce case

A woman seeking a divorce from a husband charged with sex assault asks a judge to order his criminal file turned over to her lawyer.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Judge-weighs-turning-over-prosecutor-s-file-in-15882332.php

AG: State seeks custody of 8 neglected horses seized from farm

State officials are looking to gain permanent custody over eight surviving horses rescued from an Oakdale farm last year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/AG-State-seeks-custody-of-8-neglected-horses-15882479.php

Police search Farmington home in Jennifer Dulos case

Sources confirm that investigators working on the Jennifer Dulos case are searching 80 Mountain Spring Road on Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-search-Farmington-home-in-Jennifer-Dulos-15881447.php

Proposal would give CT poor, middle class families largest tax break in years

The proposed child tax credit would give $150 to $450 to households earning about $203,000 or less during its first year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Proposal-would-give-CT-poor-middle-class-15881055.php

Miguel Cardona’s education ideas were forged in CT. Now he’s bringing them to Washington.

Miguel Cardona — President-elect Joe Biden’s pick to become the next U.S. education secretary — spent more than two decades as an educator in Connecticut.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Miguel-Cardona-s-education-ideas-were-forged-in-15881042.php

Bridgeport police: 1 shot at Trumbull Gardens apartments

Police said a person was found with a gunshot wound to the leg inside Building 10 of the Trumbull Gardens apartments late Monday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-1-shot-at-Trumbull-Gardens-15881002.php

Police: Leaping dog causes driver to crash into utility pole in Westport

A driver distracted by a dog leaping into her lap crashed into a utility pole on Maple Avenue early Monday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Leaping-dog-causes-driver-to-crash-into-15880367.php

Bridgeport FD: Driver escapes car before seeing it go up in flames

A driver was sitting in his car for a short time just before the vehicle’s engine caught fire, causing it to go up in flames.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-FD-Driver-escapes-car-before-seeing-15880399.php

Police: Anonymous tip led officers to Bridgeport staffer’s large Trumbull house party

Trumbull police officials say the investigation continues into a “large gathering” hosted by a Bridgeport city employee over the weekend.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Anonymous-tip-led-officers-to-Bridgeport-15880338.php

QU Poll finds majority of Americans think Trump should not hold office in the future

A Quinnipiac University poll found a majority of Americans believe Trump should never be allowed to return to office in the future while two out of three Republicans think Biden’s victory is illegitimate.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/QU-Poll-finds-majority-of-Americans-think-Trump-15880313.php

Westport Fire Department responds to cut gas line in the street

Westport firefighters responded to a gas leak on Hillspoint Road the morning of Jan. 18.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Westport-Fire-Department-responds-to-cut-gas-line-15880339.php

‘It’s confusing,’: Brookfield officials confused after Nuvance registers phase 1B residents for vaccine

Brookfield officials tried to register hundreds of residents for vaccines but had registrations kicked back after Nuvance had already done so.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/It-s-confusing-Brookfield-officials-15880228.php

CT records 76 more COVID-related deaths

There were nearly 7,000 new coronavirus cases recorded statewide over the weekend as 16 more people were hospitalized with the illness.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-records-76-more-COVID-related-deaths-15880062.php

State police respond to serious accident in Stonington

The accident happened near the Interstate 95 northbound ramp of Exit 92, according to state police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-police-respond-to-serious-accident-in-15879999.php

CT service plaza workers rally for better pay, benefits, treatment

The rally for justice, held in support of Black, brown and immigrant workers, was held Monday at the Fairfield Service Plaza off Interstate 95.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-service-plaza-workers-rally-for-better-pay-15880024.php

Police: New London BOE member target of ‘vile’ hate crime

The president of the Board of Education in New London was the target of a racist comment left on her porch last week, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-New-London-BOE-member-target-of-15879503.php

Weeks after election, CT stopped monitoring online voter fraud talk

An intelligence analyst was hired to flag social media talk of voter fraud or disinformation until her contract expired at end of November.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Weeks-after-election-CT-stopped-monitoring-voter-15879343.php

South Windsor police warn of attempted vehicle thefts

Police are urging residents to lock their vehicles after a resident shared a video of an apparent would-be thief.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/South-Windsor-police-warn-of-attempted-vehicle-15879351.php

Meriden police: Man had nearly 12 pounds of weed in car

A man was in possession of more than 11 pounds of weed and more than 350 grams of cocaine, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Meriden-police-Man-had-nearly-12-pounds-of-weed-15879347.php

First case of new COVID-19 variant identified in Massachusetts

Officials from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health said the person started showing symptoms and tested positive in January.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/First-case-of-new-COVID-19-variant-identified-in-15878586.php

Bridgeport staffer holds massive birthday party he says drew police

Danny Pizarro said he was not concerned that his event could have exposed him, attendees to COVID.

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Trump supporters missing from State Capitol as anticipated protest fizzles

News media outnumbered demonstrators as an expected protest failed to materialize at the State Capitol in Hartford on Sunday.

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Police: Stratford woman arrested at inauguration checkpoint in Washington

Linda MaGovern stopped at an inauguration checkpoint and identified herself ‘a law enforcement officer and a part of the presidential cabinet,’ a police report said.

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Official: RAV4 reported stolen at gunpoint in Bridgeport

The carjacking near Trumbull Avenue and Chopsey Hill Road was reported early Sunday, according to a city spokesperson.

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Police: Arrest made in stabbing death outside Wallingford bar

Meriden resident Kristopher Carlson was charged with murder and held on $500,000 bond for his court date, police said.

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High alert: State Police brace for possible protests at Capitol in Hartford

Heavy security has been put in place in the area around the Capitol amid threats of violence around the nation on the eve of the inauguration.

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COVID race: Vaccine stockpiles in question as new COVID variant expands

Though Connecticut officials have said there is no reason to think vaccine doses won’t be delivered as promised, some governors have expressed concern.

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Westport animal control officer poses with rescued possum

A possum got into a tussle with a dog in a Westport backyard. The possum will survive and will be released back into the wild.

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State employee says he was fired for questioning $10K COVID fine

A former spokesperson for the state Department of Public Health said he was fired after he raised concerns about a fine against a Bridgeport bar.

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Weir Farm officially redesignated as CT’s first ‘ National Historical Park’

A bill proposed by Connecticut’s congressional delegation was signed into law this month for the site in Ridgefield and Wilton.

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Senate gives final approval for McDonald’s second term on state Supreme Court

After a brief debate and a protracted COVID-era vote, the state Senate approved Supreme Court Justice Andrew McDonald for a second eight-year term.

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Stamford Health set to offer COVID-19 vaccine

STAMFORD — Stamford Health said it plans to begin offering the COVID-19 vaccine to seniors 75 and older next week in partnership with the city.

In a news release Friday, the health care provider said they will begin “opening vaccination ability to additional priority groups on Monday, January 18.”

“Currently, the individuals included in Phase 1b are individuals from the general public over age 75, as well as other essential workers outlined by the state,” the release said.

The state has been vaccinating those 75 and older who do not live in a long-term care facility this week. On Thursday, the state launched a website and phone number where people could register for an appointment.

Several hospital systems have also been registering people for a vaccine appointment through their website. Yale New Haven Health announced similar plans Friday as well, and said their clinics would open next week.

“Our partnership with Stamford Health will make sure the COVID-19 vaccine reaches as many residents as possible — as quickly as possible,” Stamford Mayor David Martin said in a statement. “Every day this pandemic continues we risk the lives of our neighbors, friends, and loved ones. We must use every resource available to us to ramp up the number of vaccinations administered per day for the health and safety of Stamford’s community.”

The vaccinations will start at the Bennett Medical Center Campus in the Wheeler Building.

The city and health care provider are planning to “rapidly expand” vaccinations, “including vaccinating teachers,” but did not say when that would begin.

Like people 75 and older, teachers are part of Phase 1B, but the Lamont administration has not yet...

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Lamont: 200 more National Guard headed to DC ahead of presidential transition

The deployments include “equipment and supplies” as well as personnel, including ambulances, the governor’s office said.

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Sales, income-tax revenue turns CT deficit into a surplus

Once as high as $854 million, CT’s deficit has turned into a projected surplus, thanks to historic increases in sales and income taxes.

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Photo: Police release age-enhanced image of missing Ansonia child Vanessa Morales

Vanessa Morales has been missing since December 2019 when police say her mother was found beaten to death in her Ansonia home.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Photo-Police-release-age-enhanced-image-of-15874938.php

CDC: CT among top states for rate of administering COVID vaccine

There were 20 fewer COVID hospitalizations recorded Friday in Connecticut, but there were 41 more deaths attributed to the disease.

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Bridgeport Police captains sue to block transfers

Three Bridgeport police captains who were ordered transferred this week are asking a judge to block the transfers.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Police-captains-sue-to-block-transfers-15874770.php

After killing cousin, Clyde Meikle found purpose in prison. Now he’s getting out early.

A Connecticut man convicted in 1994 of killing his cousin was granted early release by a judge on Friday.

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State health department: No new flu hospitalizations in CT

Connecticut flu numbers remain unusually low for this time of year, with only two people testing positive and no new hospitalizations.

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Shakespeare Market debuts Sunday on former theater property in Stratford

An organizer said about 20 food and craft vendors are expected Sunday with more expected in the future.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shakespeare-Market-debuts-Sunday-on-former-15873726.php

CT nursing home COVID deaths, infections decline as more get vaccinated

For the first time in weeks, the number of COVID-19 deaths and infections in long-term care facilities has sharply declined.

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Police: 2 arrested after altercation leads to gunshots in Meriden

Two Meriden men were arrested after an altercation outside One Twelve Lounge on Tuesday, police said.

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Feds: More than 12,000 fentanyl dose bags seized from Hartford man

Authorities said the city man was identified as a distributor of cocaine and fentanyl in Connecticut, New York and other areas.

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Fact check: The truth about COVID vaccines

A Connecticut doctor dispels common myths about the COVID-19 vaccines.

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Feds: Manchester man gets 5 years in jail for selling fentanyl

A 31-year-old Manchester man will spend five years in prison on a federal fentanyl distribution charge, officials said.

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Av Harris is out as Department of Public Health spokesman

Max Reiss, Lamont’s chief spokesman, said Harris is no longer with the state but declined to comment further.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Av-Harris-is-out-as-Department-of-Public-Health-15872424.php

Waterbury police investigating reported assault at mall

Police are investigating after an assault was reported at the Brass Mill Center shopping mall in Waterbury Tuesday afternoon.

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Westport police warn of gift cards for bail scam

“Some of these calls can be very convincing,” Westport police Lt. Jillian Cabana said Thursday

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House clears McDonald for second term on CT Supreme Court

The 104-37 vote came after a debate in which opponents, led by Rep. Criag Fishbein of Wallingford, charged that McDonald was an “activist” judge.

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Unsure of pre-inaugural protests, police fortify state Capitol

State officials have no direct information from groups that may descend on the state Capitol in response to Trump’s false claims about his loss.

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State relief: Biden will increase fed reimbursement, DeLauro pushes for at least $300 billion in direct aid

“We certainly need to be looking at $300 to $500 billion for state and local governments,” Rep. Rosa DeLauro said.

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Police: Seymour police sergeant charged in domestic incident in Waterbury

A Seymour police sergeant is using his paid time off following his arrest in a domestic incident Wednesday, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Seymour-police-sergeant-charged-in-15871206.php

CT mother charged with shooting kids pleads not guilty

Naomi Bell, a Terryville resident who grew up in Seymour, waived her right to a probable cause hearing during a brief court appearance Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-mother-charged-with-shooting-kids-pleads-not-15871336.php

Lamont expands eligibility in next COVID vaccine phase

Residents ages 75 and over can now register for their COVID-19 vaccine online or by calling the state’s appointment number.

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Stratford man pleads not guilty to killing his mother

A Stratford man accused of fatally stabbing his mother pleaded not guilty to murder on Thursday.

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Fairfield police investigating ‘offensive’ graffiti spraypainted at school

In a news release, police said a “Board of Education employee” reported a sidewalk on the school property “had been vandalized with spray paint.”

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Adults over 75 can register today for COVID vaccines. Here’s how it works.

As with most things pandemic-related, it won’t be as simple as calling the family doctor.

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Police: Man charged in Hartford shooting

City police said after a shooting Wednesday afternoon, investigators quickly tracked down the suspect.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Man-charged-in-Hartford-shooting-15869681.php

Waterbury police search for missing man, 38

Police said the man’s family reported that he made “odd and out of character comments” before he went missing Wednesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Waterbury-police-search-for-missing-man-38-15869687.php

Bob and Amy Stefanowski receive NAACP award for mask effort

In April, Bob Stefanowski would not confirm the story that he traveled to New Jersey with Patrick Sasser of No Tolls CT to buy masks.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bob-and-Amy-Stefanowski-receive-NAACP-award-for-15868845.php

Spokesman: Lamont recovering at home after hip replacement

In a brief statement sent around 6 p.m., Max Reiss, Lamont’s director of communications, said the procedure “was conducted at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Stamford.”

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87 more COVID deaths pushes CT past 6,500

Connecticut surpassed 6,500 COVID-related deaths, less than two weeks after reaching 6,000.

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St. Vincent’s hosts knee pain webinar

Meniscal tears and treatment options are the subject of a webinar on knee pain hosted next week by St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/St-Vincent-s-hosts-knee-pain-webinar-15868112.php

CT approved for federal funds in Tropical Storm Isaias recovery

All eight counties have been approved for major disaster declarations by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-approved-for-federal-funds-in-Tropical-Storm-15868162.php

Police: Fairfield party host hits guest in head with fireplace shovel

Police said a man suffered a suspected concussion and head trauma during an assault at a small gathering in Fairfield.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Fairfield-party-host-hits-guest-in-head-15868177.php

Police: Bridgeport teen arrested after smashing car window in Fairfield

A 19-year-old faces burglary, larceny and criminal mischief charges stemming from an incident earlier this month.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-teen-arrested-after-smashing-15867945.php

Bridgeport firefighters battle ‘heavy fire’ on Vine Street

City fire crews are battling a two-alarm on Vine Street near Park Avenue Wednesday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-firefighters-battle-heavy-fire-15867827.php

Feds: Man charged with 2013 drug-related Hartford murder

A former East Windsor man has pleaded not guilty to a federal charge in connection with a 2013 Hartford homicide.

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Analysis: Nearly 23,000 new CT businesses during COVID

There were almost 23,000 new businesses registered in Connecticut in 2020.

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Justice reform director charged with violating probation

The director of a national justice reform program has been charged with violating his probation from a 2018 larceny conviction here.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Justice-reform-director-charged-with-violating-15867243.php

New database shows number of CT high school students seeking financial aid

The database will be updated weekly and shows how many students at each Connecticut high school have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

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Asbestos no more: Stratford awards contract for senior center renovations

The $642,000 contract includes new lights, paint, flooring and asbestos abatement.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-awards-contract-for-senior-center-15866727.php

Himes files for 2022 re-election run; no announcement

Reached by phone, Rep. Jim Himes, CT-4, said he had no comment on a future campaign.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Himes-files-for-2022-re-election-run-no-15866670.php

Police: Six unlocked, unattended cars stolen in Stratford

The six cars stolen Tuesday morning were all taken between 5 and 7:30 a.m., according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Six-unlocked-unattended-cars-stolen-in-15866720.php

CT mother charged with shooting children returns to court

Naomi Bell, accused of killing her 15-year-old daughter and wounding her 7-year-old son, is scheduled to have a probable cause hearing on Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-mother-charged-with-shooting-children-returns-15866270.php

J.R. Romano resigns abruptly as state GOP Chairman

In a short email, Romano said it was “best for the organization” that he step down. He had said he would leave when his term expired in June 2021.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/J-R-Romano-resigns-abruptly-as-state-GOP-Chairman-15866066.php

Feds: CT man gets 33 months in prison for ‘heroin ring’ involvement

Miguel Ceballo-Cruz pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute 100 grams or more of heroin on Oct. 1, 2019, a news release said.

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CT sending 100 National Guard members to DC for presidential transition

Personnel sent to D.C. include members of the Connecticut guard’s Military Police “as well as two patrol explosive-detection dog teams,” the governor’s office said.

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Milford man accused of swiping wipes, biting store employee

A Milford man was arrested after police said he stole sanitizing wipes and bit a Stratford store employee on Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-man-accused-of-swiping-wipes-biting-15865255.php

COVID testing expands in region

More COVID testing sites are opening in Bridgeport, Hartford and New Haven and a Milford facility is expanding its hours.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/COVID-testing-expands-in-region-15865388.php

Panel wants to expand COVID vaccine eligibility as CT daily positivity rate surpasses 10%

A state panel is recommending Connecticut residents 65 and older and anyone with at least one medical condition should be included in next round of vaccines.

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Police investigating alleged social media threat to state senator over reform bill

Veteran state Sen. Gary Winfield was the apparent target of social-media post on another senator’s site, in a debate over the police accountability law.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-investigating-alleged-social-media-threat-15864897.php

Ansonia police: Toddler found wandering in California not Vanessa Morales

A toddler who had a “strong resemblance to Vanessa Morales” was found wandering by police in California.

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Free food distribution in Bridgeport

Bridgeport Hospital is sponsoring a free distribution of food next week.

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PD: South Windsor man had 8 unregistered high-capacity magazines

Police said the man turned himself in on an active arrest warrant Monday night.

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Police: Meriden homeowner hid in closet during burglary

Officers arrested a burglar over the weekend after a homeowner heard a man in her house and called 911, police said.

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Now’s the chance to weigh in on the future of housing in Stratford

The Stratford Housing Partnership is conducting a community survey to look at housing needs and opportunities in town.

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Bridgeport fire crews battle two-alarm blaze

City fire units were dispatched to a blaze near the intersection of Ochsner Place and Main Street a little after 9 a.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-fire-crews-battle-two-alarm-blaze-15863995.php

Officials: Rabid bobcat attacks 2 people, dog in Southbury

Animal control officials are warning residents to be careful and have their pets up to date on vaccinations after a recent bobcat attack.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Rabid-bobcat-attacks-2-people-dog-in-15863947.php

Police: Child, adult seriously injured in I-84 crash in Farmington

State police are looking for witnesses to a serious crash on Interstate 84 west in Farmington Monday afternoon.

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Police: Dog dies after two weekend shootings

“Prior to the shooting, it is believed the victims were walking their pet dog,” New Haven Police Capt. Anthony Duff said.

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Murphy, Blumenthal urge preparations for more violence at U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON — Connecticut’s U.S. senators said Monday they believe violent threats against the federal government will persist, raising particular concerns about President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration next week and pressing for investigations into the security collapse that lead to an unprecedented siege of the Capitol.

“I think you have to assume that this insurgency against the federal government is going to continue into 2021 and there will be many other moments when the White House or the Capitol complex will be at risk,” U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn.

Congressional leaders are now speaking with federal officials to amp up security around the inauguration on Jan. 20. The National Guard said Wednesday it will increase troops in Washington D.C. to at least 10,000 by Saturday to boost security ahead of the inauguration four days later.

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said people should beware “what may happen on Jan. 20 because domestic terrorism is a growing threat in this country.”

Murphy, who has spoken with the Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy and the outgoing Capitol Police chief about the attack last week, said it was clear that approval was needed from too many people before the National Guard could be deployed to the U.S. Capitol. That delayed the Guard’s arrival by several hours and left the Capitol Police defending without much back-up.

The approval process involved the Capitol Police chief, the House and Senate Sergeants at Arms, Washington D.C. mayor and top Department of Defense officials.

Murphy said he hopes to simplify the required chain of approval before the inauguration, so one person will be in charge. He and Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., and Martin Heinrich, D-N.M.,...

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CT to start vaccinating residents over 75 years old

Connecticut residents over the age of 75 can begin registering for the vaccine on Thursday for appointments starting on Jan. 18.

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Committee approves Justice McDonald for new term on state’s highest court

Turned down for chief justice in 2018, Justice Andrew McDonald, longest-serving member, wins committee vote for second eight-year term on CT Supreme Court.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Justice-McDonald-wins-new-term-on-state-s-15862156.php

Bridgeport police investigate fatal stabbing on city’s East End

Police said a man was fatally stabbed Monday in an Alex Street home.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigate-fatal-stabbing-on-15862098.php

Police: Parolee nabbed with loaded gun following high-speed chase

A Bridgeport man, on parole for gun convictions, was arrested following a high-speed chase, state police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Parolee-nabbed-with-loaded-gun-following-15862123.php

Retired Bridgeport police officer pleads not guilty to rape

A recently retired Bridgeport police officer pleaded not guilty to sexual assault charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Retired-Bridgeport-police-officer-pleads-not-15862191.php

Q Poll: 74% say democracy in U.S. ‘under threat’

During a recent poll by the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute, 74 percent of voters said democracy is under threat in the U.S.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Q-Poll-74-say-democracy-in-U-S-under-15861871.php

FBI memo warns of ‘armed protests’ in all state capitols

A memo issued by the FBI warns that there are “armed protests planned at all 50 state capitols” on or before Inauguration Day.

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In photos: Socially distanced horse rides for kids in Trumbull

Chester Hill Farm is opening its stables during January to interested equestrians willing to ride socially distanced during its new outside program.

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Mohegan Sun WineFest canceled for 2021

Mohegan Sun has opted to postpone its annual Sun WineFest in 2021, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The resort casino announced the decision on its website Monday morning.

“Unfortunately the concerns with COVID-19 and keeping our community safe takes precedence,” the post read. “We will miss you this year, but can’t wait to celebrate our 18th anniversary in 2022.”

The Sun WineFest, which over nearly two decades has grown to a four-day, multi-event festival, is annually held in late January, attracting as many as 10,000 guests.

The event regularly welcomes a star-studded lineup of celebrity chefs for cooking demonstrations, book signings, special VIP tastings and meet-and-greet opportunities, while also highlighting top local chefs, restaurants and specialty vendors.

Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods reopened on June 1 after closing in March to help curb the coronavirus spread, featuring safety measures including temperature checks, mask and distancing requirements, and hand sanitizer stations throughout the properties.

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Police: Bristol man wounded in Southington shooting

A 22-year-old man was wounded in a Rethal Street shooting on Saturday night, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-wounded-in-Southington-drive-by-15861322.php

Meriden police warn of COVID contact tracer scam calls

Some residents have received calls from people claiming to be virus contact tracers asking for financial information.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Meriden-police-warn-of-COVID-contact-tracer-scam-15861259.php

Bridgeport police: N.Y. man fatally stabbed sister’s husband

Bridgeport police said a New York man allegedly fatally stabbed his brother-in-law in a Harral Avenue home.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-N-Y-man-fatally-stabbed-15860953.php

Police: 2 Hartford teens killed in weekend crash

Two Hartford teens were killed in a crash on Tower Avenue over the weekend that left a third person seriously hurt, police said.

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Police: Driver plummeted 25 feet into river in Killingly

A driver, 86, was injured when he crashed off the road and into the river over the weekend, police and fire officials said.

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SAD days ahead: COVID stress could worsen seasonal depression

Seasonal affective disorder might be even worse in these times of COVID-19 and civil unrest, health experts said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/SAD-days-ahead-COVID-stress-could-worsen-15860803.php

Bloomfield man sentenced to prison on crack distribution charge

The 40-year-old man will spend 70 months in federal prison on a narcotics distribution offense.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bloomfield-man-sentenced-to-prison-on-crack-15860810.php

FD: Vehicle pulled from Connecticut River in Glastonbury

Units responded to the Connecticut River around noon Saturday and found a vehicle in the water.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/FD-Vehicle-pulled-from-Connecticut-River-in-15860734.php

Stratford resident and lose money from COVID? You could be eligible for a tax deferral

The program allows for a 90-day deferment of any taxes on real property, personal property, motor vehicles and municipal sewer charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-resident-and-lose-money-from-COVID-You-15859298.php

Lamont orders flags lowered in honor of fallen U.S. Capitol Police

Gov. Ned Lamont said Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff as to pay respects to U.S. Capitol Police officers Brian D. Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, who died during Wednesday’s riots at the United States Capitol.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-orders-flags-lowered-in-honor-of-fallen-15860269.php

Police seek information on reported shooting in Southington

Police say they’re searching for a short-haired, 5-foot-7-inch man wearing dark clothes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-seek-information-on-reported-shooting-in-15859744.php

2 found dead in New Haven home

Police, called to the scene about 11:30 a.m. Sunday, didn’t identify the two.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-Haven-officials-are-investigating-two-deaths-15859790.php

Officials seek ID for truck driver they say hit an ambulance in Wallingford

The truck driver fled the scene on foot, according to a news release.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-seek-ID-for-truck-driver-they-say-hit-15859515.php

17-year-old reported missing from Danbury

Jesse Gallagher, 17, was reported missing Saturday, according to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/17-year-old-reported-missing-from-Danbury-15858996.php

Woman arrested at Capitol ‘didn’t know’ she was on Capitol grounds, attorney says

An attorney for a Connecticut woman charged after a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol said his client was not aware she was on Capitol grounds.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Woman-arrested-at-Capitol-didn-t-know-she-15858176.php

K9 with cancer honored by Trumbull cops

A former police dog, Storm, was suffering from cancer of the spine. He was honored with one last walk past the police department.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/K9-with-cancer-honored-by-Trumbull-cops-15858042.php

Q&A: How can Twitter ban Trump’s account?

How can a social media site ban the president from saying whatever he wants? Isn’t that a First Amendment violation?

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Q-A-How-can-Twitter-ban-Trump-s-account-15858017.php

233 years ago, CT ratified the U.S. Constitution

Connecticut became the fifth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on Jan. 9, 1788.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/233-years-ago-CT-ratifed-the-U-S-Constitution-15857904.php

Weston man charged in tow truck driver’s death

A tow truck driver was killed in April on Route 15. Police have charged a Weston man in his death.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Weston-man-charged-in-tow-truck-driver-s-death-15857824.php

Member of Bysiewicz staff tests positive for COVID-19

A member of Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz’s staff has tested positive for COVID-19, her office announced Friday night.

In a news release, Adam Joseph, Bysiewicz’s chief of staff said the staff member was tested for the coronavirus Thursday and received the positive result Friday.

Bysiewicz was in contact with the person who tested positive and will isolate after testing negative on Thursday

“Since the start of the pandemic, we have taken steps to limit the number of staff working in the office and have encouraged staff members to telework,” Joseph said in a statement. “But this is another reminder that we all must continue to take precautions to defeat the spread of COVID-19. It’s critical that we continue to wear a mask, wash our hands, watch our distance, and get vaccinated when eligible.”

The staff member, who was not identified, is not experiencing symptoms and will quarantine at home for the next 14 days, according to the release

It is the first known case of COVID-19 in Bysiewicz’s office.

Those who were in close contact with the staff member who tested positive are being traced and will isolate.

“Twice-weekly testing continues for the Lt. Governor and her staff and there are no additional positive test results within the office,” the release said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Member-of-Bysiewicz-staff-tests-positive-for-15857353.php

Blumenthal: Suspending Trump from Twitter ‘took blood & glass in the halls of Congress’

By Friday evening, at least one member of the Connecticut delegation reacted to news the president had lost his favorite social media platform.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Blumenthal-Suspending-Trump-from-Twitter-took-15857337.php

No signs of Trump support at home of CT residents charged in Capitol protest

Groton residents Victoria Bergeson and Maurcio Mendez have each pleaded not guilty to charges in connection with Wednesday’s protest.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/No-signs-of-Trump-support-at-home-of-CT-residents-15857113.php

Former teen offender asks state Supreme Court to overturn 60-year sentence

A Bridgeport man convicted as a teenager of sexual assault and robbery is asking the state appeals court to overturn his 60-year prison sentence.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-teen-offender-asks-state-Supreme-Court-to-15856978.php

Bridgeport staffers warned of fake Ganim emails

The emails come from what appears to be a personal email box with a subject line of “appeal,” “look up ASAP” or “succor.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-staffers-warned-of-fake-Ganim-emails-15856692.php

Crash damages utility pole, closes Prindle Avenue in Ansonia

Prindle Avenue is closed between Pulaski Highway and Platt Street Friday after a crash.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Crash-damages-utility-pole-closes-Prindle-Avenue-15855892.php

DPH: Only 32 people test positive for flu in CT this season

Flu activity in Connecticut remains low this season, which experts have attributed to measures that have been adopted to help prevent COVID-19 spread.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DPH-Only-32-people-test-positive-for-flu-in-CT-15855779.php

Monroe FD: Driver uninjured after crashing through garage wall

Fire officials said a driver drove through his garage wall and into the basement, hitting the furnace.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Monroe-FD-Driver-uninjured-after-crashing-15855449.php

Capitol chaos creates teaching moment for CT educators

Teachers said some of what they had to figure out was how to answer the big questions about what happened this week in Washington.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Capitol-chaos-creates-teaching-moment-for-CT-15855385.php

Add cameras to CT nursing home rooms, advisory group recommends

The state’s nursing home oversight panel is devising suggestions for legislative reform in long-term care facilities that have been hard-hit by the pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Add-cameras-to-CT-nursing-home-rooms-advisory-15855346.php

Search for ‘armed suspects’ wanted in shooting delays school opening in Somers

Police said Somers Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay Friday as police search town for armed suspects wanted for a shooting in Vernon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Search-for-armed-suspects-wanted-in-15855298.php

Feds: West Hartford man sold drugs while on supervised release

Officials said the 51-year-old West Hartford man was sentenced by a federal judge to spend seven years in prison.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-West-Hartford-man-sold-drugs-while-on-15855331.php

Feds: CT gang member ‘Crack Baby’ gets 3 years for drug distribution

An East Hartford gang member was in possession of 200 bags of fentanyl when he was arrested last March, authorities said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-CT-gang-member-Crack-Baby-gets-3-15855216.php

Zappos honors former CEO who died in CT house fire

Zappos recently installed two building wraps in tribute to its former CEO Tony Hsieh on its office in downtown Las Vegas.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Zappos-honors-former-CEO-who-died-in-CT-house-fire-15854931.php

Half of CT health districts have received COVID vaccines

Only 32 of the state’s 65 local health districts have doses of COVID-19 vaccine, and some that have received them are struggling to distribute them efficiently.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Half-of-CT-health-districts-have-received-COVID-15854893.php

After D.C. mob scene, police in CT on added guard for members of Congress

In the wake of the Washington riot, Connecticut lawmakers, back home, will have more law enforcement eyes looking out for them.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/After-D-C-mob-scene-police-in-CT-on-added-guard-15854476.php

Bridgeport school board member claims accident, pain killers delayed hiring lawyer in kidnapping case

School board member Chris Taylor told a judge Thursday that his efforts to get a lawyer failed because of an accident, prescription pain killers

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-school-board-member-claims-accident-15853949.php

Lamont: First confirmed cases of UK COVID variant found in CT

The first two known cases involve people from New Haven County, according to the state Department of Public Health.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lamont-First-confirmed-cases-of-UK-COVID-variant-15853430.php

Police: man awaiting trial arrested with assault rifle, drugs

A Bridgeport man awaiting trial on assault charges was arrested Wednesday after police said they found an assault rifle and drugs in his home.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-man-awaiting-trial-arrested-with-assault-15853317.php

Police: Video shows suspect steal car from Naugatuck driveway

Surveillance footage released by Naugatuck police on Thursday shows a suspect steal a vehicle from a resident’s driveway.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Video-shows-suspect-steal-car-from-15853351.php

Police: Naugatuck man caught burglarizing cars

Police said a 22-year-old man was charged after a brief foot pursuit in the area of Meadow Street early Wednesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Naugatuck-man-caught-burglarizing-cars-15853415.php

Police: 2 CT residents charged in Capitol protest

At least two state residents have been charged with violating Washington’s curfew and unlawful entry during Wednesday’s protest.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-2-CT-residents-charged-in-Capitol-protest-15853094.php

CT already had a teacher shortage. COVID made it worse.

Connecticut’s teacher shortage was a problem long before this year — a month into the 2014-15 school year, for example, 250 positions were unfilled statewide.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-already-had-a-teacher-shortage-COVID-made-it-15852400.php

Police: 1 hurt in Bridgeport shooting

A person suffered non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting, according to police, who are investigating where the incident occurred.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-1-hurt-in-Bridgeport-shooting-15852373.php

Ridgefield High School reports 6 new COVID cases

“These individuals were not in the RHS building during a period of time when they were infectious to others, and no contact tracing is needed,” wrote Aarron Crook, the district’s COVID-19 health and safety compliance liaison

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ridgefield-High-School-reports-6-new-COVID-cases-15851770.php

Bridgeport police investigating stabbing

City police were called to Park Avenue and Vine Street between The Hollow and West End neighborhoods, the department said in a tweet at 6:18 p.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigating-stabbing-15851758.php

CT officials point the finger at Trump for mob breach of U.S. Capitol

While thousands of insurrectionists storms the nation’s Capitol on Wednesday, CT official pointed at the losing president.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-officials-point-the-finger-at-Trump-for-mob-15851073.php

CT COVID hospitalizations dip, deaths continue to rise

There were 10 fewer hospitalizations on Wednesday, while there were 38 more COVID-related deaths.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-COVID-hospitalizations-dip-deaths-continue-to-15851102.php

Himes was in House chamber, breached by protesters amid Capitol evacuation

The chamber was blockaded and locked by Capitol police and lawmakers were told to be prepared to get under their chairs and then be ready to put on gas masks, Himes said on Twitter.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Himes-was-in-House-chamber-breached-by-15850853.php

Police: Fitness trainer charged with sexually assaulting teen in Bridgeport

A Bridgeport fitness trainer has been charged with sexually assaulting a teenage client. He was released after posting $25,000 bond.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Fitness-trainer-charged-with-sexually-15850711.php

With more people staying home, CT public health officials urge testing for radon

Department of Public Health officials said people staying home could be at increased risk of exposure to radon, the leading environmental cause of cancer deaths.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/With-more-people-staying-home-CT-public-health-15850486.php

Heavy police presence on Enfield Street in Hartford

Heavy police activity in the area of Enfield Street in Hartford Wednesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Heavy-police-presence-on-Enfield-Street-in-15850175.php

Historic outdoor ceremonies on first day of General Assembly

Usually a day for families and greetings of veteran lawmakers, the pandemic opening day of the 2021 General Assembly is socially distant.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Historic-outdoor-ceremonies-on-first-day-of-15849735.php

911 call: Tell police not to kill him, woman begged dispatcher before Hartford cop shooting

Audio from a 911 call and police dispatches shed new light on the fatal police shooting death of Shamar Ogman on Dec. 26.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/911-call-Tell-police-not-to-kill-him-woman-15849680.php

Hartford police announce DUI checkpoint

Police are expected to run an operating under the influence enforcement checkpoint from 5 p.m. Thursday to 1 a.m. Friday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-police-announce-DUI-checkpoint-15849633.php

Police: Woman robbed liquor store, tried to sell stolen booze on Snapchat

A Windsor woman was taken into custody this week on an arrest warrant stemming from her alleged involvement in an August 2020 incident.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Woman-robbed-liquor-store-tried-to-sell-15849688.php

Westport schools report 7 new COVID cases

In an email to Westport families and school staff, Superintendent Thomas Scarice said four of the new cases were found at Staples High school.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Westport-schools-report-7-new-COVID-cases-15849177.php

Bridgeport police investigating robbery off Post Road

Officers were called to the 2100th block of Boston Post Road on a report of an armed robbery, police said in a tweet at 8:38 p.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-investigating-robbery-off-Post-15849053.php

Feds: N.Y. man conspired to sell 8K oxycodone pills in CT region

Carbone “and other acting at his discretion” sold pills in Connecticut, including the Foxwoods Resort Casino, the U.S. attorney’s office said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-N-Y-man-conspired-to-sell-8K-oxycodone-15849037.php

CT prison inmates expected to be in next wave of COVID vaccinations

It remains unclear where those with intellectual or developmental disabilities will fall on the state’s vaccine distribution timeline.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-prison-inmates-expected-to-be-in-next-wave-of-15848469.php

Man gets 14 years for fatal crash while fleeing police

A Waterbury man was sentenced Tuesday to 14 years in prison for killing a Bridgeport woman and injuring two other people while fleeing police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-gets-14-years-for-fatal-crash-while-fleeing-15848213.php

CT National Guard sending three to Washington D.C. for Wednesday protests

Three members of Connecticut’s National Guard will be in Washington D.C. for protests as the senate certifies electoral votes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-National-Guard-sending-three-to-Washington-DC-15848150.php

Some CT school employees mistakenly given COVID vaccine

Some staff members at the Williams School in New London received the COVID-19 vaccine due to an administrative error, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Some-CT-school-employees-mistakenly-given-COVID-15847929.php

St. Vincent’s employees get second COVID vaccine dose

The day after workers at their parent company, Hartford HealthCare, began getting second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, employees at St. Vincent’s Medical Center received theirs.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/St-Vincent-s-employees-get-second-COVID-15847636.php

As Bridgeport COVID cases rise, testing opens at Seaside Park

The site is one of three new testing locations launched this week by the state

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/As-Bridgeport-COVID-cases-rise-testing-opens-at-15847667.php

Death penalty waived in Anthony Todt case in Florida family killings

The state attorney said many factors led to the decision, including “serious concerns” for the defendant’s mental health.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Death-penalty-waived-in-Anthony-Todt-case-in-15847756.php

‘We feel his loss deeply:’ Wiggles the chinchilla, Beardsley Zoo mayor, dies at 19

In a heartbreaking announcement Tuesday, the Beardsley Zoo announced the death of its recently-elected mayor, Wiggles.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/We-feel-his-loss-deeply-Wiggles-the-15847414.php

Police: Colchester woman, 58, dies after Glastonbury crash

Marie Mathieu succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash on Route 2 on Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Colchester-woman-58-dies-after-15847341.php

COVID in Connecticut: Live updates and the latest information

As coronavirus cases continue to pop up across Connecticut, stay informed on the latest virus-related news.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/COVID-in-Connecticut-Live-updates-and-the-latest-15847163.php

CT legislature to begin session outdoors Wednesday

About 2,000 protesters are expected to gather outside the Capitol where members of the Senate and House of Representatives will be sworn in on Wednesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-legislature-to-begin-session-outdoors-Wednesday-15847040.php

Dispose your Christmas tree now, fire association warns

The longer a tree is indoors, the more likely it is to dry out and ignite, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Dispose-your-Christmas-tree-now-fire-association-15847055.php

Plane diverts to Bradley airport after reporting issue in flight

An American Airlines pilot had to land at Bradley International Airport late Monday night after reporting an issue while in flight.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Plane-diverts-to-Bradley-airport-after-reporting-15846977.php

Police ID Derby man, 24, killed after car plunges off highway

Police say the man lost control of his car, crashed off the side of Route 8 and landed on the railroad tracks below in Beacon Falls on Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-ID-Derby-man-24-killed-after-car-plunges-15847003.php

New labor coalition to Lamont: Tax the rich

The “People’s Recovery” plan by the Bargaining for the Common Good coalition aims at households earning more than $1 million and large companies.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Labor-coalition-to-Lamont-Tax-the-rich-15846731.php

Chief: ‘Dead pool’ probe reveals Hartford police supervisors failed to take swift action

“The bottom line is that this conduct crossed the line by a big margin,” Police Chief Jason Thody said of an officer’s text message.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Chief-Dead-pool-probe-reveals-Hartford-15846699.php

Former CT helicopter nurse dies in Florida after contracting COVID

Steven Neher, a flight nurse and nurse practitioner, died last Tuesday in Florida after contracting the disease, according to a Facebook post from LIFE STAR, a helicopter EMS service in Connecticut.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-CT-helicopter-nurse-dies-in-Florida-after-15846435.php

DeLauro promises that Joe Biden will focus on infrastructure

Finally Appropriations Committee chairwoman after 30 years in Congress, U.S. Rep Rosa DeLauro promises that Joe Biden will focus on infrastructure improvements to support the economy and jobs.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DeLauro-promises-that-Joe-Biden-will-focus-on-15846123.php

Feds: Former CT teacher sentenced to 70 months in prison on child pornography charge

Dylan Koerner, formerly of West Hartford, has been sentenced to 70 months in jail along with three years of supervised release, authorities said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Former-CT-teacher-sentenced-to-70-months-in-15845708.php

‘Impeachable conduct’: Dems seek Trump censure for Georgia call

On Monday, Connecticut’s entire House delegation signed a resolution to censure Trump for his call to Georgia Secretary of the State Brad Raffensperger.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Impeachable-conduct-Dems-seek-Trump-15845626.php

Bridgeport man charged with beating 74-year-old, allegedly for not wearing a mask

Police said a septuagenarian was severely beaten allegedly because he wasn’t wearing a mask in a local supermarket.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-charged-with-beating-74-year-old-15845300.php

Police: Car flips off Route 8 and lands on railroad tracks in Beacon Falls

Route 8 north is closed between exits 23 and 25 after a major crash, according to state police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Car-flips-off-Route-8-and-lands-on-15845051.php

Police: Gunshot wound victim turns up at Bridgeport Hospital

Police are investigating after a gunshot wound victim turned up at Bridgeport Hospital.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Gunshot-wound-victim-turns-up-at-15845092.php

DOT: Major crash closes part of I-84 in Southington

Interstate 84 east is closed between exits 28 and 30 because of a one-vehicle crash Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Major-crash-closes-part-of-I-84-in-15844947.php

CT deputy fire chief, retired state trooper dies with COVID

Patrick Dragon, a retired Connecticut state trooper and deputy fire chief in Brooklyn, died Saturday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-deputy-fire-chief-retired-state-trooper-dies-15844973.php

Analysis: More UFO sightings during pandemic lockdown

A look at UFO sighting data reveals a significant uptick in the number of sightings in March and April.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Analysis-More-UFO-sightings-during-pandemic-15844726.php

CT health care workers begin receiving second COVID vaccine dose

About nine Hartford HealthCare employees are scheduled Monday to get their second dose of the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-health-care-workers-begin-receiving-second-15844448.php

Feds: Bristol felon had gun with removed serial number

A Bristol man faces several years in federal prison on a gun charge, according to the office of U.S. Attorney for Connecticut John Durham.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Bristol-felon-had-gun-with-removed-serial-15844003.php