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UConn demo teaches how to respond to pedestrian crash
STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — A demo held on Wednesday at the University of Connecticut taught officers what to do when responding to a scene where a vehicle hits a pedestrian. “It’s truly important,” said Eric Jackson, the executive director of the Connecticut Transportation Institute. The simulation also included what to do if a bicyclist is […]
Willimantic's newest bar, Reframe, has a twist: no alcohol
WILLIMANTIC, Conn. — Reframe: A Dry Spot, a Willimantic bar with a twist, held its ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday. The business sells premade mocktails and has beer on tap, all alcohol-free. Believed to be the first sober bar in Connecticut, it's more modeled after a coffee shop. Frances McGrath,...
Six years after a nearly deadly attack on her, ex-CT police officer champions bill to protect victims
When then-Hartford Police officer Jill Kidik survived a brutal knife attack to her neck during a routine call six years ago Friday, she nearly lost her voice. Now years into her recovery, Kidik has found her voice in a new way — advocating for victims of violence. That advocacy has led to the passage of a state bill that will broaden protections for victims whose attackers are deemed not ...
Double shooting investigation in Hartford
There was a double shooting Thursday in Hartford. According to police, just after 3:00 p.m., ShotSpotter alerted officers to an area of Homestead Avenue. It was while investigating that two victims showed up at an area hospital.
Man in prison for Griswold triple murder files latest appeal
New London ― Sergio Correa, the Hartford man sentenced to life in prison for brutally killing a Griswold couple and their son and then burning their house down, has filed another appeal in his quest for a new trial. Correa’s “motion to correct an illegal sentence” was filed in...
FOX61 gets exclusive look inside the Woodstock home at the center of 12-hour police standoff
WOODSTOCK, Conn. — We are learning new information about what led up to a home invasion and police standoff that rocked the rural Windham County town of Woodstock Wednesday. According to police, what happened at the Woodstock Road home involves homeless people with addiction problems. The home is owned by an older couple who say they try to help the homeless by letting them stay there.
Rakim Lubin, Former UConn Basketball Star, Dies at 28
It’s a sad day for the University of Connecticut basketball fans. Former UConn men’s basketball player Rakim Lubin has died. The alum was just 28 years old too. Lubin played for the team during the 2014-15 season. Growing up in Gadsen, Alabama, he earned the nickname “Rock” thanks to both his size and intimidating figure. He used that to his advantage while on the court. It let him go far. He became a three-star recruit after graduating from Buford High School in Georgia. Lubin also earned all-region honors and first-team all-state. He earned Georgia Sportswriters 3A layer of the Year. Ultimately, Lubind decided to go to UConn over Auburn and Georgia Tech.
USA gymnastics stars compete in Hartford this weekend
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - It’s set to be a historic weekend in Hartford. Some of the biggest names in USA gymnastics will be competing at the XL Center. Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas and Suni Lee will be facing off head-to-head for the first time. “It’s just exciting and just...
Young children graduate Hartford ‘mini nurses’ school
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The next generation of nurses is ready to go…but they will have to do a little growing up, first. The Global Communications Academy in Hartford awarded students in the third through sixth grade with certificates for finishing its “mini nurse academy,” celebrating a program that’s meant to teach children skills early […]
Driver slams into utility pole in Manchester
MANCHESTER, CT (WFSB) - A driver crashed into a utility pole in Manchester on Tuesday morning. A Channel 3 crew captured video of the scene on Greenwood Drive. Greenwood Drive was closed, while East Middle Turnpike remained open. The crash was reported around 4:30 a.m., according to police. A white...
Samaritan Who Defended State Legislator Granted Accelerated Rehabilitation
HARTFORD, CT – The case of Jason Spencer, the samaritan former US Army sergeant who defended Rep. Maryam Khan from a deranged attacker last June, seems to have ended Thursday with minor consequences for the defendant. Spencer, who was charged with third-degree assault after police obtained a video of...
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