19-year-old Avon man sentenced to 2 years in prison for role in Castleton Square Mall shooting
A plea agreement was filed May 11 in which Aaron McClure pleaded guilty to intimidation in the Dec. 23, 2024 incident.
May 19, 2026Open source
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2 civil suits filed against Bright Path following arrest of worker
“These lawsuits are about accountability, transparency, and protecting children,” said attorney Sarah Klein.
May 12, 2026Open source
Investigation expands after revelation former BrightPath Avon employee worked at other daycares
Some parents are questioning why it took more than five weeks for the company to reveal this development. They're concerned about the safety of their children.
May 9, 2026Open source
Former Avon daycare worker charged with sexual assault worked at other locations, company says
The former worker at an Avon daycare charged with sexually assaulting several children also worked at other daycares, according to a message sent to parents...
May 8, 2026Open source
Former daycare worker accused of sexual assault worked at several locations
A former daycare worker charged with sexually assaulting five boys at BrightPath daycare in Avon worked at several other locations in the state.
May 8, 2026Open source
Avon Park's historic season ends in region semifinals
BOYNTON BEACH — Avon Park flag football’s remarkable season came to a close on Monday.
May 6, 2026Open source
Police: Threats at Zionsville, Avon HS unfounded
Police: Threats at Zionsville, Avon HS unfounded
May 4, 2026Open source
Man and woman killed in house explosion after ‘domestic incident’
A man and a woman have died in an explosion following a “domestic incident” at a house at Bristol in Britain. Avon and Somerset police declared a major...
May 3, 2026Open source
Man and woman killed in Bristol explosion as three more people in hospital
Avon and Somerset confirmed that a man and woman were killed in the blast which happened at around 6.30am on Sunday
May 3, 2026Open source
Two killed and major incident declared after explosion
Avon and Somerset Police said the incident was not believed to be terrorism related.
May 3, 2026Open source
Property of the week: Luxurious CT home dubbed where ‘lifestyle and location’ come together
Avon Cape Cod has wonderful views, ample room, and a first floor primary suite
May 3, 2026Open source
Warrants reveal disturbing new details about alleged sexual assaults at Avon daycare
New details are being revealed about a former Avon daycare worker accused of sexually assaulting multiple children at BrightPath Avon Early Learning and Chil...
May 3, 2026Open source
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Former CT officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of man having 'mental health crisis'
Former Hartford, Connecticut police Officer Joseph Magnano was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Stevie Jones.
May 20, 2026Open source
At least 1 dead following crash on Route 44 in New Hartford: State police
At least 1 dead following crash on Route 44 in New Hartford: State police
May 15, 2026Open source
1 dead after crash on Route 44 in New Hartford
1 dead after crash on Route 44 in New Hartford
May 15, 2026Open source
Man taken to hospital following shooting at motel in Hartford
Police said the man in his 40s was taken to an area hospital for treatment of an injury not believed to be life-threatening.
May 15, 2026Open source
Hartford City Hall, library to temporarily close for repairs following transformer explosion
The repairs come after a transformer explosion and electrical fire that left Hartford's City Hall and downtown library temporarily without power.
May 14, 2026Open source
International aircraft company with CT service center launches training initiative. What it does.
John Bourdeaux, CEO of AdvanceCT: Bombardier’s decision to bring its FastTrack program to Hartford is strong vote of confidence in Connecticut
May 13, 2026Open source
Connecticut Democrats endorse Luke Bronin over John Larson for Congress
The Connecticut Democratic Party endorsed former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin for Congress over incumbent Rep. John Larson, setting up a dramatic August primary.
May 12, 2026Open source
Burlington man facing assault charges for alleged violence during Bumble dates
His phone was seized during an investigation into a woman's "untimely death" in March. Two women told investigators about the endured violence during Bumble...
May 12, 2026Open source
Pepper spray used during attempted theft at Nordstrom in Westfarms mall, police say
Suspects wearing surgical masks are accused of pepper spraying store employees before taking off in an SUV with misused Connecticut plates.
May 12, 2026Open source
Luke Bronin beats incumbent Democratic Rep. John Larson by 10 votes to secure party’s endorsement
Connecticut Democrats held conventions Monday evening to endorse candidates for five U.S. House of Representatives seats.
May 12, 2026Open source
Erin Stewart faces questions as documents detail use of city purchase card while New Britain mayor
Erin Stewart is facing questions about how she used a city-issued credit card while mayor of New Britain. NBC Connecticut obtained expense reports, thro...
May 11, 2026Open source
Mother's Day Turns Special For A Duck And Ducklings After Rescue By Manchester Firefighters
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May 11, 2026Open source
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King George statue, civic activism: Wilton, CT reflects on America's 250th anniversary
The Wilton Historical Society in Connecticut is helping visitors connect with the stories, artifacts and everyday people that shaped America's past.
May 17, 2026Open source
Woman found dead in East Haven home, suspect detained: Police
A man is in custody after a woman was found dead inside an East Haven home on Friday, police said. Police received a 911 call around 5:30 p.m., but no one wa...
May 16, 2026Open source
New Haven cops under investigation for on-duty conduct had no prior serious offenses, records show
Records show that two New Haven officers still on leave over on-duty conduct had no significant disciplinary issues.
May 12, 2026Open source
Waterbury rally highlights push for universal childcare in Connecticut
Connecticut parents, childcare workers, and advocates gathered in Waterbury on Monday, calling for universal childcare and urging lawmakers to take action as...
May 12, 2026Open source
Connecticut filmmaker Crystal Emery, who turned art into advocacy, dies at 65
Crystal R. Emery, a New Haven-area filmmaker, author and advocate who founded URU, The Right to Be, died May 5 after a long series of illnesses.
May 12, 2026Open source
'He sacrificed his life’: Man exonerated in 1990 New Haven murders testifies for friend in trial
Scott Lewis, who was freed after 19 years in prison for a double murder, testified that his co-defendant Stefon Morant sacrificed his life for the truth.
May 11, 2026Open source
Trial over wrongful conviction hears starkly different accounts
A federal trial in Connecticut over a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the New Haven Police Department featured sharply conflicting testimony Monday, as a...
May 11, 2026Open source
Jazz concert to spotlight music students May 16 in Lewes
Jazz band students from four Cape Henlopen schools, plus the University of Delaware Jazz 1 and Waterford (Connecticut) High School Jazz ensembles, will perfo...
May 11, 2026Open source
Motorcycle crash with 'life-threatening injuries' reported on Route 6 in Brooklyn, CT
Route 6 has reopened following an earlier closure at Brickyard Road due to the collision.
May 10, 2026Open source
Connecticut Forensic Lab aces its accreditation inspections
The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection’s forensic lab in Meriden nearly earned a perfect score during recent accreditation inspections.
May 9, 2026Open source
A Connecticut man set out to collect accordions — and ended up saving stories
At a museum in North Canaan, Paul Ramunni preserves the history and unexpected connections behind an often overlooked and misunderstood instrument.
May 8, 2026Open source
Waterbury Hydrant Failures, No State Rules: Connecticut’s Gap in Fire Safety
If a fire broke out at your home, would the nearest hydrant actually work? For one Waterbury family, the answer was no.
May 7, 2026Open source
Montville police looking to identify larceny suspects
MONTVILLE, CT. (WFSB) - Montville police are looking to identify larceny suspects.
May 7, 2026Open source
New Haven pothole problem on Connecticut Avenue remains unfixed
Dozens of potholes up and down Connecticut Avenue in New Haven are damaging cars and creating dangerous conditions, drivers said.
May 6, 2026Open source
Board To Vote On Massive School Overhaul Proposal In Milford
The district's $1.5 billion plan to rebuild its schools will be the topic of discussion at an upcoming meeting.
May 6, 2026Open source
Middletown residents say no to one-way roads off of Route 9
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has plans to improve various locations in Middletown, but people who live there say it will only make traffic wo...
May 5, 2026Open source
Cheshire Baseball Team Beats Hamden: PHOTOS
The Cheshire baseball team picked up wins this week over Branford and Hamden.
May 2, 2026Open source
Suspect Busted After Fleeing From Fairfield Cops, Then Giving Fake Name: Police
The suspect was arrested on multiple charges, according to authorities.
May 1, 2026Open source
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Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careers
President Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to give the commencement address at the Connecticut school.
May 20, 2026Open source
President Trump to give commencement address at U.S. Coast Guard Academy Wednesday
President Donald Trump is coming to Connecticut on Wednesday for the 145th Commencement of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London. A White House...
May 20, 2026Open source
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Among States With Highest Cancer Rates
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are among the 10 states with the highest cancer rates in the nation.
May 20, 2026Open source
Former CT officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of man having 'mental health crisis'
Former Hartford, Connecticut police Officer Joseph Magnano was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Stevie Jones.
May 20, 2026Open source
King George statue, civic activism: Wilton, CT reflects on America's 250th anniversary
The Wilton Historical Society in Connecticut is helping visitors connect with the stories, artifacts and everyday people that shaped America's past.
May 17, 2026Open source
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The Connecticut Republican Party opened its two-day nominating convention Friday, rebooting a day after Erin Stewart abruptly quit.
May 16, 2026Open source
US Justice Department sues Connecticut over ‘anti-law enforcement policies’ endangering federal agents
The DOJ lawsuit alleges that Connecticut and its highest-ranking officials are unconstitutionally attempting to regulate federal law enforcement officers.
May 16, 2026Open source
Doctors warn about ticks ahead of peak season in Connecticut
A beautiful weekend for Connecticut is coming up, but if you’re spending some time, watch out for ticks. There are at least five tick species in the state,...
May 16, 2026Open source
Trump says ISIS second-in-command was killed in a joint U.S.-Nigerian mission
President Donald Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces killed a leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria in a mission carried out Friday.
May 16, 2026Open source
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