Jennifer Cuevas is a bilingual multimedia journalist and reporter for NBC Connecticut.
Born in NYC and raised in Stamford, she is glad to be back in the Northeast and reporting on issues in her home state.
Prior to joining the team, Jennifer worked for KFOX14/CBS4 in El Paso, TX, for more than three years.
During her time covering the U.S.-Mexico border, Jennifer reported on serious issues such as the lifting of Title 42 and its impact on border communities, as well as the largest immigration detention fire recorded in Mexico's history.
While reporting in the Borderland, Jennifer developed a strong interest in education-related issues, which earned her an award from the Texas State Teachers Association for Outstanding Continuous Education Coverage.
Fluent in Spanish, she is able to connect with multicultural communities, reach a broader audience, and develop community connections.
She attended CT State Norwalk, where she earned an associate's degree in journalism. She then continued her studies at Quinnipiac University, where she was involved in the university's news station prior to graduating in 2020.
In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, whether it is longboarding by the beach or enjoying an afternoon walk. Trying out fusion cuisine is also at the top of Jennifer's recreation list, along with spending time with her family.
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Ansonia police investigate street takeover in residential neighborhood
The Ansonia Police Department is investigating a street takeover that happened in a residential neighborhood. The street takeover happened on Saturday, just before 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of Wakelee Avenue and Franklin Street in Ansonia, according to police. Police said they were responding to calls of fireworks and a possible street takeover and upon arrival the responding officer was…
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E-scooters coming to New Haven to expand low-cost transportation
E-scooters by Veo will soon hit the streets of New Haven. On Monday, the Board of Alders approved a partnership with the company Veo to roll out 300 electric scooters in parts of Downtown and adjacent neighborhoods. Mayor Justin Elicker said it’s part of the city’s overall effort to provide more low-cost and low-climate impact transportation options. “Its going...
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Foodie festival is coming to Milford this weekend
If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, the CT Foodie Fest is coming to Milford this Saturday and Sunday! The foodie festival, hosted by the Downtown Milford Business Association, had over 6,000 people in attendance during last year’s pilot event. They expect an even bigger crowd this year. “We had a very positive turnout last year, it was...
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Attorneys make last plea to jury as deliberations begin in Jose Morales trial
Jury deliberations have officially started in the trial of Jose Morales. Morales is accused of murder and tampering with evidence in the death of his girlfriend Christine Holloway in December of 2019. The state is charged with proving the case beyond a reasonable doubt. On Monday, the jury was presented closing arguments by Senior State Assistant’s Attorney Howard Stein followed…
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Video introduced in trial shows Morales' reaction to news of girlfriend's death
On Tuesday, the jury in the trial of Jose Morales gained more insight on the defendant as the state introduced redacted footage from a body camera video. Morales is facing murder charges and charges of tampering with evidence in the death of his girlfriend 43-year-old Christine Holloway back in December of 2019. In the seventh day of the ongoing trial,…
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Jurors see video of Jose Morales talking about missing daughter during police interview
On the sixth day of Jose Morales’ trial, the jury was shown a nearly hour-long video interview from Dec. 3, 2019. Morales is facing charges of murder and tampering with evidence in the death of his 43-year-old girlfriend Christine Holloway. On Monday, Lt. James Frolish with the Ansonia Police Department was the first witness to take the stand. Prior to…
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First week of Jose Morales trial wraps with 6 witnesses on the stand
On the fifth day in the Jose Morales trial, the jury was presented testimony from six witnesses. The first witness was Jacqueline Troesser with the Ansonia Police Department. She testified that she worked the 911 dispatch line on Dec. 1, 2019 and during the early morning, she received a call. Troesser said when she picked up, she heard a slurred-male voice…
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Forensic examiners provide insight during testimony in Jose Morales trial
On the fourth day of Jose Morales’ trial, the state introduced three witnesses, as they continue to build the connection between Morales and Christine Holloway to the jury. Morales is accused of murder and tampering with evidence in the death of his girlfriend, Christine Holloway, in December of 2019. Morales is also the only suspect in the disappearance of his…
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State police sergeant gives graphic testimony about crime scene in Morales trial
The third day in the ongoing trial for Jose Morales began with graphic descriptions from one of the two witnesses who took the stand on Wednesday. Sgt. Kevin Duggan of Connecticut State Police testified to conditions in which he found Christine Holloway’s body in her Ansonia home. “In the tub, there was the descendant’s body, there was leaf and...
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Donated items under the spotlight in second day of Jose Morales trial
In the second day of the trial for Jose Morales, the focus was largely centered around the items found in a donation bin in Derby. On Tuesday, a total of four witnesses took the stand in the case of the State of Connecticut against Jose Morales. Morales is being charged with murder and tampering with evidence after his girlfriend Christine…
