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.
The Latest
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Seymour plaza heavily damaged in August floods slowly makes progress to reopen
A popular shopping center in Seymour is preparing to welcome back the community. The majority of the businesses in Klarides Village were destroyed after historic flooding slammed the small town. Nearly two months later, the plaza once again has electricity. Mike Abe, the owner of the Route 67 Diner, said getting the electricity back on means he’s one step closer…
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New Haven food pantry ready to help families this Thanksgiving
A food pantry in New Haven is prepared to help hundreds of families serve a delicious Thanksgiving meal. Christian Community Action has been assisting residents of The Hill neighborhood in New Haven and beyond for decades. Nicole Smith, director of emergency family services, said this year will be no different as they already have 1,291 families signed up to receive…
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New Haven police chief sends message on new approach to combat street takeovers
The New Haven Police Department plans to take a more aggressive approach to combat illegal street takeovers after multiple incidents and related arrests in the city of New Haven. On Saturday, a street takeover was reported at the intersection of Shelton Avenue and Bassett Street in the Newhallville neighborhood. The street takeover ended at the Interstate 91 on-ramp and led…
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Blumenthal calls on FDA to investigate carcinogen levels in popular acne treatments
A Connecticut-based company sounded the alarm on popular acne treatments that were found to contain high levels of a hazardous chemical. Valisure is a state-based company that tests acne products. In their latest study, Valisure found popular acne products such as Clearasil, Proactive and CVS Health products contained “18 times the amount of potent carcinogen allowed in U.S. drugs when…
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University of New Haven uses artificial intelligence to detect guns on campus
The University of New Haven implemented an extra layer of security for its students and staff.
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Metro-North's Waterbury branch reopens after historic floods damage railway
The Metro-North Waterbury branch officially reopened on Monday after months of being shut down for repairs. Train service at the Waterbury branch was temporarily suspended in mid-August after historic floods caused two washouts near Beacon Falls and Seymour, preventing any trains from operating, according to Josh Morgan, the communications director for the CT Department of Transportation (CT DOT). “It took…
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Activists against homelessness provide refuge to unhoused people on New Haven Green
A campaign advocating for unhoused individuals has set up shop on the New Haven Green. The campaign “Where Then Shall We Go?” aims to rescue people who are left without a place to go every night, according to Mark Colville, one of the organizers with the Unhoused Activists’ Community. Colville said every night, people are kicked out of public spaces…
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New apartments aim to transform landscape in downtown New Haven
More than 100 apartment units have been completed in the heart of Downtown New Haven. On Thursday, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker along with community partners and project developers held a ribbon cutting event for the new Archive Apartments. The Archive Apartments have taken around five years to be completed, from its initial concept to its total completion. “An...
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Non-prescription medications will soon be available in vending machines
People in the state will soon have access to over-the-counter medications via vending machines. In 2023, the state legislature voted to approve state regulations that would allow non-prescription medications to be sold in vending machines as a way to increase access. Over the past year, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) worked to revise the regulations and approved the…
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New Haven aims to fight climate change with unveiling of large mural
The City of New Haven has unveiled a new mural on the historic Goffe Street Armory Building. The purpose of the mural is to raise awareness on the need for more climate action and to highlight how the climate crisis disproportionately impacts colored communities. “It’s about artists and community members taking action, using art as a way to talk...
