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Bear spotted at Hartford Public High School
A bear paid a visit to Hartford Public High School Monday afternoon. The bear was seen wandering on the property on Forest Street around 1:30 p.m., according to a witness. A school spokesperson said students were kept inside until the bear moved away from the school. Though bears aren't often...
Wednesday’s Warrior: Surviving a stroke brings new meaning to Connecticut man’s life
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – It was 17 years ago when Richard Sills’ life took a scary turn for the worse. “When I had my stroke, I was 46-years-old. In a moment, basically my whole life changed. It was devastating I thought my life was over,” recounted Sills. But it wasn’t over. Having a stroke brought new […]
Award presented in honor of fallen detective Bobby Garten
WEST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A fallen Connecticut hero was honored Tuesday night. An award has been named after Bobby Garten, the Hartford detective who was killed in September, by the Ben Bronze Academy, his former school. He attended the academy for fifth and sixth grade. An award is given...
Hartford Police Union blames Chief Thody for officers’ low morale & exodus
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Members of the Hartford Police Union say they’re “disgusted” with officers’ quality of life thanks to a mandate they say requires officers to work on regular days off. In a statement released Tuesday, Hartford Police Union President James Rutkauski said the policy was started under Chief Jason Thody in October of […]
Man shot on Lawrence Street in Hartford
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A man in his 20s is expected to survive being shot late Monday morning, according to police. The man, who is in his 20s, was shot at about 11:40 a.m. in the 100 block of Lawrence Street. He was taken to a hospital. Police have not released further details, including a […]
New Britain to Pilot Yondr Pouches for Phone-Free School Days
NEW BRITAIN — Middle schoolers may be asked to pocket their phones next fall, as the district considers investing in Yondr pouches to keep devices locked away during the school day. Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you...
Re-entry programs face financial hurdles amid efforts to support former inmates
There are over 30,000 people in Connecticut on probation or parole, according to the Prison Policy Initiative, and reintegration remains a challenge. Deborah Rogala, Director of Operations for Community Partners in Action (CPA), says their organization has been supporting people transitioning back into society for nearly 150 years. “Everybody wins...
Enfield Man, 33, Killed In Windsor 3-Vehicle Crash
The collision occurred in Hartford County around 11:20 p.m., Monday, June 10, in the northbound lane south of Exit 38 in Windsor. According to Connecticut State Police, Jonathan Scott Schlagel, of Enfield, was driving a 2000 Triumph Sprint RS when he hit the rear of a 1999 Dodge Ram 3500.
Hartford Police Union files grievance against chief, city
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - The Hartford Police Union filed a grievance against the chief and city for forcing officers to work on their days off. Union president James Rutkauski issued a news release that said the practice has been happening for the past three years under Hartford Police Chief James Thody.
Ground broken on next phase of I-91, I-691, Route 15 interchange project in Meriden
MERIDEN, CT (WFSB) - An area prone to significant traffic congestion is on to the next phase of a major reconfiguration project. Gov. Ned Lamont and Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto on Tuesday hosted a ceremony to break ground and commemorate the start of the second construction phase of the project to reconfigure the highway interchange that connects Interstate 91, Interstate 691, and Route 15 in Meriden.
Rhode Island man charged after driving through active construction zone: state police
A 25-year-old Rhode Island man faces several criminal charges after Connecticut State Police said he drove through an active highway construction zone while under the influence of alcohol. Police said the man was traveling on Interstate 84 westbound in Southington around midnight on Monday when he drove an SUV within...
New church conceptual design revealed by Catholic parish in Manchester
MANCHESTER, Conn. — Preliminary plans are in the works to redesign the space at the St. James Church site on Main Street in Manchester as a new home for a parish community that, unlike some others, is seeing growth. The recently unveiled concept stems from a reorganization plan designed...
1-year-old injured in lawnmower accident
WOLCOTT, CT (WFSB) – A 1-year-old boy was hurt in a lawnmower accident in Wolcott Monday evening, according to police. Wolcott Police Chief Ed Stephens said the boy’s sister was pushing an electric lawnmower when the boy slipped. Three of his toes were cut from the mower. The...
Bristol police support fallen officer’s daughter
BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) – Bristol and North Haven police officers gathered recently to support and celebrate the daughter of a fallen police lieutenant. On Oct. 12, 2022, Bristol Police Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy were shot and killed in an ambush while responding to a 911 call.
Burglar Tried Breaking Into West Chester Home, Authorities Say
It happened on the 100 block of South High Street around 10 p.m. on May 6, according to investigators. Police believe the suspect watched the resident enter the home before trying to get in. He fled before officers arrived and was not located when police searched the area. He was...
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