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politics 5 mins ago

Critics warn Republican budget would worsen health disparities for Black mothers

As Republicans continue to try and get a budget to President Donald Trump, critics warn their proposal could fall especially hard on Black moms. They’re particularly concerned about proposed Medicaid ...

Cheshire 15 mins ago

Bridal boutique in Cheshire impacted by tariffs, owner offers brides solutions
Closer to Free Ride 2 mins ago

Former cycling pro, local coach joins Closer to Free while undergoing treatment

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PGA Tour 45 mins ago

Jordan Spieth withdraws from Travelers Championship

Jordan Spieth withdrew from the Travelers Championship Thursday afternoon before completing his first round. The 2017 Travelers Championship winner called it quits after the 12th hole at the TPC River...
Windham 1 hour ago

Person burned during apartment fire in Windham

A person was taken to the hospital with burn injuries after an apartment fire in Windham on Thursday. The Willimantic Fire Department said they responded to Lewiston Avenue for a reported fire. Respon...
Housing 46 mins ago

Housing bill deadline looms for Gov. Lamont

Tuesday is the looming deadline for Governor Lamont to make up his mind about the housing bill. Opponents and supporters are making their last-minute pitches to him. The Yankee Institute – as well as ...

Juneteenth 2 hours ago

Historic family honored in Simsbury for Juneteenth

A historic Black family is getting recognition in Simsbury this Juneteenth. In the 1770s, a man named Peter Jackson was brought to Simsbury from Barbados during a slave trade. He married Esther Jackson, whose father fought in the French and Indian War. “At a loss of words,” siblings Thomas Parker and Keonia Newton said in unison. The New Have...
PGA Tour 3 hours ago

U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun tries to clear his head and get back to work at Travelers

This isn’t the first time J.J. Spaun has come to the Travelers Championship after a life-changing moment. Two years ago, his daughter Violet was born on a Monday and he didn’t show up to the TPC River Highlands until the night before the opening round. He might be even more wiped now. That’s what winning a U.S. Open can...
Hartford 3 hours ago

$20K reward offered in decades-old cold case in Hartford

A $20,000 reward is now being offered for information about a 1985 cold case in Hartford. Hartford police said Raquel Ramirez was found dead near Charter Oak Landing, formerly known as the Dolly Madison Landing or dirt area on June 30, 1985. Authorities said Ramirez’s children want justice served on whoever who killed their mother. The reward...
NBC CT Responds 1 hour ago

Study reveals almost half of Americans need to use stronger passwords

Americans aren’t creating strong enough passwords. That’s the takeaway from a recent survey done by CNET, a consumer tech website. The survey revealed 49% of Americans follow risky password practices, with 24% of adults using the same password for more than one account, and 8% using one they know was already compromised. CNET urges consumers to mak...
Animals and Wildlife 4 hours ago

Bear that was struck by car on Route 2 in Marlborough has died

A bear that was hit by a car on Route 2 in Marlborough on Thursday morning has died. State police said they responded around 10 a.m., crews from the state Department of Transportation arrived at the scene to move the bear from the road and the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection responded to remove the bear from the…...
Colleges & Universities 6 hours ago

U.S. News & World Report ranks two CT schools among ‘Best Global Universities'

Two of the best global universities are right here in Connecticut, according to a ranking from U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News & World Report has released its “Best Global Universities” ranking and said it’s ‘based on academic research and reputation.” Yale is ninth. The University of Connecticut is 292. Th...
Cromwell 6 hours ago

Justin Rose skips Travelers Championship for an audience with the king

The Travelers Championship in Cromwell is New England’s only PGA tournament of the year, and it’s a signature event. What reason would Top 25 golfer Justin Rose have to miss this premiere week of action? Instead of heading to Cromwell, CT, he’s headed to meet with the King of England. According to Travelers Championship tournament...
Newington 8 hours ago

Police issue warning about bear sighting in Newington

Newington police are warning residents about a bear near Main Street. They said the bear was seen in the area of Main Street and Wilson Avenue and moving west. Animal control is tracking it for safety. Police are asking people to stay away from the bear and let the animal go about. They are also urging residents to keep pets…
Danbury 9 hours ago

ATV driver critically injured in crash in Danbury

A person who was driving an ATV in Danbury on Wednesday afternoon was badly injured in a crash and has life-threatening injuries, according to police. Police officers responded to South Street around 3 p.m. and found a person lying on the sidewalk and a damaged ATV. Police said the injured person was the operator of the ATV and was…...
Golf 7 hours ago

What to know about Travelers Championship on Thursday

The Travelers Championship is underway at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. There is a field of 72 players and tournament officials said nearly 2,000 volunteers will be helping out. Hoda Kotb is the keynote speaker at the Women’s Day Breakfast on Thursday, Broadway star Mary Kate Morrissey will perform and Amanda Balionis will moderate a discu...
Connecticut Sun 11 hours ago

Alyssa Thomas and Lexi Held score 14 apiece to lead Mercury past Sun 83-75

Alyssa Thomas had 14 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds against her former team, Satou Sabally added 12 points and a season-high 15 rebounds as the Phoenix Mercury beat the Connecticut Sun 83-75 Wednesday night. Phoenix (9-4) has won three in a row for the first time this season. Lexi Held added 14 points, Kahleah Copper 13 and Kitija Laksa&#823...
StormTracker 2 hours ago

Severe thunderstorm watches remain in effect

The high humidity sticks around today as temperatures climb to around 90 degrees, making it feel as hot as around 95 degrees in the afternoon. A heat advisory has been issued for parts of Connecticut today. It goes into effect at 11 a.m. and lasts until 8 p.m., for a feels-like temperature near 100 degrees in parts of Connecticut. Because…...
New Haven 20 hours ago

Frank Pepe Pizzeria closes New Haven location for 100th anniversary Saturday

Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is celebrating their 100th anniversary by closing their New Haven location on Saturday. The pizzeria posted on social media saying this year marks 100 years since Frank and Filomena Pepe opened a humble bakery on Wooster Street. “We never imagined that their dream would grow into something so meaningful to so ma...
West Hartford 19 hours ago

West Hartford focused on Vision Zero after second pedestrian death this month

Two lives lost in a matter of days on the roads of West Hartford. So, what is the town doing to keep people safe while they’re out and about? “He was just so, a happy go lucky person. I knew he wouldn’t want anyone to be upset. I’m sorry,” Julia LaFlamme said. A heartbroken mother surrounded by dozens remembering...

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