Family of Conn. college student wanted in two murders calls on him to surrender
A manhunt is underway for a University of Connecticut student who police say is suspected in two murders, and authorities are warning the public that he should be considered armed and dangerous.
Connecticut police look to educate before enforcing distancing rules
Cops in Connecticut say they will educate people failing to socially distance or not wearing masks before taking any enforcement action.
Colleges plan fall opening with dramatic changes to campuses
Even as some universities abandon hope of in-person instruction next semester, citing concerns from public health officials, dozens are announcing plans to welcome students back in August. They acknowledge that an outbreak could force classes back online, but many of their leaders say the financial and political pressures to reopen are too large to ignore.
The Death of Jennifer Dulos - One Year On | The Tape Room
On May 24, 2019, 50-year-old Jennifer Dulos disappeared from her home in Connecticut. Seven months later, her ex-husband, Fotis Dulos, killed himself after being charged with her murder. The Tape Room takes a look at the case and the ongoing search for answers.
Outdoor dining returns to Connecticut
For the first time in two months, customers dined outdoors at restaurants under a warm spring sun Wednesday across Connecticut as the state began a lengthy process of easing restrictions meant to combat the spread of the coronavirus.
Outdoor dining resumes in Connecticut
Restaurants can begin offering service in outdoor dining areas Wednesday as part of the first phase of Connecticut's statewide reopening, including in hard-hit Fairfield County on the New York state line.
Law school graduate holds miniature commencement ceremony in back yard amid pandemic
“My goal was to remind us not to turn a blind eye to the light in our own backyards.”
Connecticut delays haircuts until June
That haircut will have to wait. Salons and barbershops across Connecticut are not being allowed to reopen on Wednesday after all.
Girl, 10, sends over 1,500 art kits to kids in homeless shelters, foster care during coronavirus shutdown
Chelsea, who said she was bullied in school, turned to art when she lost her swim coach to gun violence a few years ago.
Beaches across the region begin to open as NYC beaches remain closed
Select beaches across the region are doing what they are calling a "soft opening," but local leaders can still decide to opt-out, which is what New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has done. However, his decision has come under some criticism.
Severe storms roll through upstate NY
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Ulster County in New York until 7:45 p.m. The NWS said that it had detected radar-indicated rotation.
Inflammatory condition reported in kids in New Jersey, Connecticut
New Jersey Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said that hospitals in New Jersey reported 18 cases of a new inflammatory syndrome in children as of Wednesday morning.
Gov. Lamont tested for COVID-19; fires health commissioner
Connecticut looks to significantly increase testing before it begins reopening the economy on May 20.
Young athletes lament lost sports seasons
These athletes—from Maryland to Connecticut, grade school through high school—say they just miss playing in games that matter, outside of their houses and apartments, with friends they haven't seen in weeks.
Gun rights groups sue Connecticut Gov. Lamont
Gun rights supporters are suing in federal court over an executive order suspending fingerprinting services needed to obtain gun and ammunition permits.
Connecticut summer camps may open in June
Connecticut officials plan to allow summer camps to open next month with some strict guidelines to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Connecticut colleges, universities allowed to reopen in phased-in approach
Connecticut's colleges and universities may open at their discretion, in a phased-in way between May 20 and September 1, with mass COVID-19 testing of students living on residential campuses, under a package of recommendations submitted Wednesday to Gov. Ned Lamont.
Polar vortex, scorching heat on tap for Mother’s Day weekend
Absent for the entire winter, the polar vortex is blasting in with bitter Arctic cold across the eastern U.S. for Mother's Day weekend, and setting the stage for a possible historic May snowstorm in the Northeast.