Kevin Gaiss is a reporter with NBC Connecticut. You can watch him weekdays during the 4 pm, 5 pm and 6 pm newscasts. Before joining the NBC Connecticut team, he was a reporter and fill-in anchor at WCAX in Burlington, Vermont, from 2020 to 2023.
Kevin was born and raised here in Connecticut before attending Springfield College in Massachusetts.
When he’s not reporting, Kevin loves spending time outside running, hiking, and biking with family and friends.
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Colchester rolls out new equipment to protect emergency crews on roadsides
Colchester is introducing new equipment to enhance safety for first responders in the field. The fire department’s latest addition, the Scorpion truck, comes in response to recent dangerous incidents affecting their crews and first responders around the state. “These vehicles whizz by you,” said Steven Hoffman, fire chief in Colchester. He’ll be the first to tell you, roadside scenes...
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Garden centers prepare for nice weather as spring fever spreads
Spring-like weather might have you ready to jump into the garden, but experts say its too early for most planting. New England weather can turn on a dime and late frost can be devastating if you plant to early. “Gorgeous day, we are going down to Hammonasset,” said Susan Grillon, who we caught on her way down to southern Connecticut…
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More bobcat sightings reported across Connecticut as its population grows
It’s not just bears that call Connecticut home. Bobcats are thriving here, and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) continues to track the species population. They might look cute, but they aren’t a cat you want to approach. “They are just an interesting cat, they are cool to watch, just a bit bigger than a house cat,”...
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Officials urge safety during Saint Patrick's Day celebrations
A busy weekend ahead as people prepare to enjoy Saint Patrick’s Day. From large parades in Hartford and New Haven to smaller parades like in Essex, preparations are underway and the ask is to celebrate safely. “Big weekend, big weekend for all Irish people,” Catherine Mohan, of Wethersfield, said. Irish or not, Hartford will pack the parade route for...
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Beloved fireworks display to go on as New London Sailfest ‘evolves,' mayor says
The long-running seaside festival “Sailfest” is going to look different this year, according to New London’s mayor. It comes a day after the organizer of the downtown festival announced it would be “canceled.” The city said it’s not their decision to make and they still have plans for the mid-summer festivities. The mayor also made it clear the beloved...
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UConn students practice generational New England tradition of maple sugaring
Cold nights and warm days around New England can only mean one thing – maple syrup. Farmers and foresters around Connecticut are in on the sap run action, including some at UConn. “When the sap is running, we are running, too,” Zachary Placzek, a senior at UConn, said. He is one of a small faction of future foresters, learning a…
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Fire officials warn of brush fire risk as season kicks off in Connecticut
Dry weather and sunshine is raising the fire risk around the state and local officials are reminding people of the potential dangers of brush fires. Mid-March to mid-May is Connecticut’s typical brush fire season. Just this week, a handful have already started popping up in Bridgeport, Essex, Hartford and Tolland counties. With the elevated risks come warnings from local...
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Lawmakers look to link boating license, driver's license for DUI convictions
State lawmakers are considering changes to DUI laws, which would prevent a person from operating a vehicle or boat, if you lose your license for one. This comes in the wake of the deadly Labor Day weekend boat crash in Old Saybrook that killed three young men. The measure is part of a larger bill referred to as the...
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Lawmakers look to increase penalties for involvement in street takeovers
Lawmakers are considering stricter penalties to combat a growing problem – street takeovers. The bill has come up for years in Hartford but hasn’t made it across the finish line. A public hearing was held at the capitol on Friday. New Haven County has been plagued by the problem the last few years now. You ask residents in North Haven…
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Rock legend honored with inaugural Governor's Award for Excellence
A four-time Grammy winner and Rolling Stones founding member was honored in Westport Wednesday for contributions to the State of Connecticut. Keith Richards was the first recipient of the Governor’s Award of Excellence, along with a key to the state. “What do you think you are in a public library or something? You can do better than that,” said...
