Simsbury Advances Charter Changes, Keeps Economic Development Commission
Simsbury selectmen have approved charter amendments for a November vote and voted to keep the EDC in the town charter.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Solar vs. farmland: A small Connecticut town says it’s carrying too much of the load
East Windsor officials say solar developments are consuming farmland as the town hosts a large share of Connecticut’s approved solar projects.
May 4, 2026Open source
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Connecticut-based companies are ramping up CEO security, from plane use to home protection
The Hartford, Synchrony, Eversource Energy and Amphenol are some of the CT-based companies that have increased CEO security in the past couple of years.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Connecticut claims 5 of Realtor.com's hottest housing markets, including top-ranked Greater Hartford
Greater Hartford led Realtor.com's May ranking as Connecticut claimed five of the nation’s 12 hottest housing markets.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Missouri man enters plea in Connecticut cryptocurrency, kidnapping scheme
A man pleaded guilty in Hartford federal court Monday to a charge connected to a 2022 attempted Bitcoin robbery and kidnapping.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Hartford Athletic women’s team inspires young soccer players in inaugural season
The Hartford Athletic women’s team is Connecticut’s newest soccer club, and throughout their inaugural season, they have been able to inspire young socce...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Surveillance, immigration and greyfields: CT politics news
Plus: Qualifying candidates, Hartford schools funding, Connecticut's AI legislation and a roundup of other bill signings.
Jun 6, 2026Open source
Community rallies around family of 5-year-old who died following fall from playscape in Harwinton
The girl was taken via Life Star to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, where she was later pronounced dead.
Jun 5, 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
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The group has grown to more than 15 mothers. They've advocated for translation services, school improvements, and — importantly — each other.
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
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
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Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin won the Democratic endorsement for CT's 1st Congressional District, setting the stage for a 3-way primary.
May 12, 2026Open source
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CT minor league baseball team to give away throwback Big Papi bobbleheads
A minor league baseball team in Connecticut is giving away some throwback memorabilia of a Boston Red Sox legend during their game Thursday night.The Hartfor...
May 30, 2026Open source
Children’s miniature toys recalled due to lead paint hazard
Miniature toys have been recalled because of a risk of lead poisoning, according to the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Connecticut schools dismiss early again due to heat
School districts made the call to dismiss early due to the forecasted heat on Friday.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Change Of Plea In $500,000 Fraud Against State Treasurer Postponed Over Positive Drug Test
A Connecticut man, who is charged with defrauding the office of the Vermont State Treasurer out of nearly $475,000, had his federal court hearing postponed T...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
LaSala's Master Instructor qualifies to compete in World Championship
LaSala's Big O Dojo's Master Instructor traveled to Connecticut June 6 and won two championship belts.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
CT business partners launched a food enterprise rarely seen these days. It’s a growing success.
Butchers watch business grow at Connecticut Boardman Bridge spot, after two years
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Among Connecticut cities and towns, the wealthiest are the big spenders
While Connecticut’s distressed cities often are perceived as having bloated budgets, the wealthy suburbs easily outspend their urban neighbors on a per cap...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Connecticut couple competed on HGTV while experiencing homelessness
Waterbury couple Steven and Angelina Jacobs competed on HGTV’s “Battle on the Beach” while their family was experiencing homelessness.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Pubs, izakayas, and outlaws: 10 places around Connecticut to watch the World Cup this summer
The World Cup will begin June 11 and run through July 19, held throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Review: Ofgang gives the scoop on his favorite ice cream spots for summer 2026
Food writer Erik Ofgang names his favorite ice cream spots to grab a scoop or a cone around Connecticut.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Drought advisory issued for several Connecticut counties
Three Connecticut counties are under a stage 2 drought advisory, according to the governor.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
3 child Benadryl deaths spark renewed fears of dangerous social media trend
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social med...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Husted bill fights child use in sexually explicit AI chatbots
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, Chris Coons, D-Delaware, Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana and Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, introduced the Stopping Ill...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
After nursing home crises, states target private equity’s role
This year, Connecticut enacted what may be the strongest law in the country addressing transparency and accountability for private equity-owned nursing homes.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
After nursing home crises, states target private equity’s role
This year, Connecticut enacted what may be the strongest law in the country addressing transparency and accountability for private equity-owned nursing homes.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Shakopee inmates vote for literary prize decided only by incarcerated readers Created by Freedom Reads, a n...
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarc...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
After nursing home crises, states target private equity’s role
Nearly 200 residents at the St. Joseph’s Center nursing home in the affluent Connecticut suburb of Trumbull were evacuated last year after Legionella bacte...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
New Haven, CT, Firefighter/Paramedic Mourned after Dying During Surgery
"More New Haveners are alive and well thanks to Firefighter (Paramedic Thomas) Kochera," said Mayor Justin Elicker.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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Simsbury is in Hartford County, Connecticut.
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Children’s miniature toys recalled due to lead paint hazard
Miniature toys have been recalled because of a risk of lead poisoning, according to the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Connecticut schools dismiss early again due to heat
School districts made the call to dismiss early due to the forecasted heat on Friday.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Fraud suspect fails drug test, delays hearing
BURLINGTON — A Connecticut man, who is charged with defrauding the office of the Vermont State Treasurer out of nearly $475,000, had his federal court hear...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Change Of Plea In $500,000 Fraud Against State Treasurer Postponed Over Positive Drug Test
A Connecticut man, who is charged with defrauding the office of the Vermont State Treasurer out of nearly $475,000, had his federal court hearing postponed T...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
LaSala's Master Instructor qualifies to compete in World Championship
LaSala's Big O Dojo's Master Instructor traveled to Connecticut June 6 and won two championship belts.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
CT business partners launched a food enterprise rarely seen these days. It’s a growing success.
Butchers watch business grow at Connecticut Boardman Bridge spot, after two years
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Developer: 150-unit apartment complex near CT waterfront should be completed before 2028
The Simon Konover Co. broke ground Thursday for a 150-unit apartment complex along the Connecticut River, a project that officials say will be key in transfo...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Among Connecticut cities and towns, the wealthiest are the big spenders
While Connecticut’s distressed cities often are perceived as having bloated budgets, the wealthy suburbs easily outspend their urban neighbors on a per cap...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Connecticut couple competed on HGTV while experiencing homelessness
Waterbury couple Steven and Angelina Jacobs competed on HGTV’s “Battle on the Beach” while their family was experiencing homelessness.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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