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The Connecticut Department of Transportation says they’re installing hundreds of new signs along Route 8 between Bridgeport and Wi******er.

CTDOT renaming Route 8 exits WI******ER, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut Department of Transportation started installing hundreds of new highway signs and renumbering the exits along the Route 8 corridor from Bridgeport t…

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Patrons swarm to beaches for Fourth of July festivities MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — State beaches were busy on the Fourth of July as thousands of people enjoyed a wide range of outdoor activities along the shoreline. Surf, sand, sun and cookouts had folks f…

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Bristol excited for native as Clingan heading out west for NBA BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) — UConn sophomore Donovan Clingan was drafted seventh overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in Wednesday’s NBA Draft, and the Bristol native is making his hometown proud. “I c…

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Several cars broken into in Waterbury WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Waterbury police are investigating a string of car break-ins near the Prospect border. Residents say at least a dozen cars were ransacked early Tuesday morning. “[Th…

UPDATE to last Friday’s story.

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Missing pit bull found, another dies after alleged abuse by Waterbury woman WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Animal advocates say a female pit bull is in better hands, after the dog was mistreated and went missing. “It was such a moment of, ‘Wow, we did something positive here.& #…

Leaders say the new MPS Express will serve more than 1,000 free meals across four locations each day -- which is a reflection of the great need in the community.

Meriden Public Schools launches food truck to provide free meals this summer MERIDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A new food truck is helping Meriden Public Schools fight food insecurity this summer. On Monday, the district rolled out the MPS Express, a mobile food pantry providin…

BARC CT is still searching for a third dog. The nonprofit is offering a $1,500 reward.

Waterbury woman faces animal cruelty charges after dogs left in abandoned car WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Kadesha Wilson, 29, of Waterbury faced a judge on Friday after being charged with animal cruelty towards two dogs. According to court documents, Wilson’s female terrier-mi…

Some well-known Connecticut eateries say they were having fun on social media. They posted that if UConn Coach Dan Hurley stayed in Storrs, they’d give him free food FOR LIFE.

Now that the back-to-back national champion made his decision, the businesses are keeping their promise & willing to feed a hungry Hurley.

Connecticut eateries offer Hurley free food for life as a thank you for turning down Lakers NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — UConn men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has received another offer — but not from another team. Some well-known Connecticut eateries want to give Hurley free f…

“If you know you cannot swim, please do not go into that water up to your neck because a current can take you,” Williams said. “That is one of the most dangerous things about the water is the undercurrent.”

5 Connecticut state beaches will have lifeguards over Memorial Day weekend NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Beaches across Connecticut are expected to be packed this Memorial Day weekend. Lifeguards are preparing for the summer, and leaders want you to be prepared with saf…

“[Dwayne Hunter was] a strong Black man who gave great advice to kids, genuine conversation,”Brandon Sumlar said. “A real, true, honest brother, that’s what he was.”

Waterbury community remembers hit-and-run victim WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Three days after a deadly hit-and-run crash in Waterbury, community members are honoring the victim, 46-year-old Dwayne Hunter, who was a local barber. “He wanted everybod…

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German Shepherd found tied up and abandoned in Southbury A female German Shepherd was found tied up and abandoned Thursday morning at a farm in Southbury, according to police.

“That was shocking to me,” one resident said. “I was with my family having my dinner, and suddenly this email pops up saying that we need to vacate tomorrow.”

More from residents, plus how the property owner and town manager are responding ⬇️

Avon residents displaced by fire say management is no longer paying for hotel rooms AVON, Conn. (WTNH) — Nearly one month since a fire at the Avon Place apartments forced dozens of families out of their homes, displaced tenants said management is no longer paying for their h…

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Waterbury mayor delivers first state of the city address In his first state of the city address since taking office in December 2023, Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski pitched his plan Thursday for a better Brass City.

One year ago, concerns were raised about the condition of Beaver Pond Park’s fields, prompting coaches and parents to advocate for improvements.

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New Haven little league fields get big upgrades after community push NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Little leaguers in New Haven are gearing up for an exciting season ahead as the city’s baseball facilities receive significant upgrades. Just a year ago, conce…

These redemption centers say they’re doing all they *can* to stay open, but between folks in need and a spike in people recycling, they’re running out of room. ♻️ 🚮

Increase in customers forces Waterbury redemption center to close temporarily Redemption centers in the Waterbury area have seen more customers since the state bottle bill doubled returns from 5 to 10 cents in January, causing one facility to close temporarily.

Photos from today’s pro-Palestinian protest on the New Haven Green. More in the comments section ⬇️

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Apple Cinemas opened today 🎥🍿 Mall management says the big screens are part of a bigger plan.

Waterbury mall replacing movie theater as part of revitalization plan WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A movie theater is moving into the Brass Mill Center once again. Apple Cinemas held its grand opening at the Waterbury mall on Friday. The new business features 12 r…

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Connecticut Board rules City of Waterbury wrong for firing officer WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut’s Board of Mediation and Arbitration recently ruled against the City of Waterbury, stating that they were wrong for firing a police officer in 2023…

Police reunited the abandoned mother with three of her puppies. They’re still searching for four more.

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Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates

Wolcott police looking for abandoned dog’s lost puppies Wolcott police reunited an abandoned dog with some of her lost puppies, but police are still looking for the rest.

The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing a “geese management plan” that would authorize both lethal and non-lethal measures to deter the animals at city-owned parks and properties.

Bristol may kill geese at park after complaints about bird droppings BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) — The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing a “geese management plan” that would authorize both lethal and non-lethal measures to deter the animals at c…

It’s been a long road to recovery for Bryan Calle.

The 18-year-old is home now, after spending nearly a year at Connecticut Children’s.

“Thank you for supporting me and praying for me,” Bryan said.

1 year later, Waterbury teen hit by vehicle leaves hospital WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — It’s been a long road to recovery for Bryan Calle. The 18-year-old is home now, after spending nearly a year at Connecticut Children’s. His father, Segundo, remember…

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First Selectman Jeff Manville says Southbury currently operates under the Connecticut State Police Resident Trooper Program.

“A resident trooper in the state can only give us so much oversight because they have their own issues with keeping their ranks filled, do what work they do,” Manville said.

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Southbury looking to hire first-ever police chief The town of Southbury has been around for 350 years without a head cop, yet now town officials are looking to hire the first-ever police chief.

Wi******er Green is in New Haven’s Science Park. The vision is to revitalize the area around the former Wi******er Arms factory.

New Haven development will bring 300 apartments NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — An area in New Haven known for business and industrial space will soon have more housing options. New Haven city leaders held a groundbreaking on Thursday for Winche…

Piotr Wielogorski is grateful to be alive after two first responders revived him last month.

“This is crazy because I’m very, very lucky,” Wielogorski said.

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Milford man reunites with first responders who saved his life MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Piotr Wielogorski, of Milford, is grateful to be alive after two first responders revived him last month. “This is crazy because I’m very, very lucky,” Wielogorski sai…

Nearly four years after the vote to remove Wooster Square’s Christopher Columbus statue, its replacement is set to be unveiled in New Haven.

A look at what will replace Wooster Square’s Columbus statue NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Nearly four years after the vote to remove Wooster Square’s Christopher Columbus statue, its replacement is set to be unveiled in New Haven. Artist Marc-Anthony Mass…

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Watertown High School senior gathers 300+ free prom dresses for classmates Sparkly, beaded, loose, fitted — you name the style, and this Watertown High School senior likely has it in her collection of over 300 free prom dresses to give away to classmates.