Two Arrested in $4 Point 4 Million Jewelry Theft Ring
Two men accused of taking part in a nationwide jewelry burglary ring have been extradited from Colombia. Prosecutors say the group stole more than $4.4 million from stores, including one at the Connecticut Post Mall in Milford. Both men pleaded not guilty.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Firefighters Complete Warehouse Training
Danbury firefighters recently completed hands-on training for searching large warehouses during fires. Crews wore blacked-out masks to simulate heavy smoke while practicing organized search lines, using thermal imaging equipment and tracking team members to ensure everyone could safely reach an exit.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Old Timers to Induct 10
The Danbury Old Timers Association will induct 10 people into its Hall of Fame September 24th at the Amber Room. The class includes athletes, coaches, officials, community leaders and veterans. Tickets cost $60 and must be purchased by September 11th.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer Danbury Candidate Repays Campaign Funds
A former Danbury legislative candidate has repaid $1,769 in public campaign funds improperly spent on clothing and an office deposit. Melissa Santana’s former campaign treasurer, Anna Nicolin of Bethel, was also fined $600 for financing violations and serving while not registered to vote.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Double-Fatal Crash Case Continued
The case against 27 year old Melissa Ramirez of Stamford has been continued until October 5th. Ramirez faces manslaughter and drunken driving charges in a Danbury crash that killed Bridgeport police officer Cooper Whiteside and his girlfriend, Brittany Islami.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Expands Winter Heating Assistance
Applications open Tuesday for Connecticut’s winter heating assistance program. The state approved 94-point-two-million dollars to help more than 94 thousand low-income households, nearly 10 thousand more than last winter. Basic benefits will range from 355 to 705 dollars, depending on income.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCrowds Fill Three Connecticut State Parks
Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden closed to new visitors Saturday after its parking lot reached capacity. Penwood State Park in Bloomfield and Talcott Mountain State Park in Simsbury also stopped admitting visitors because their lots were full.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNewtown Man Charged After Leaving Loaded Gun in Store
59 year old Ronald Anthony Frate Junior of Newtown faces reckless endangerment after police say he left a backpack containing a loaded gun at the Newtown General Store. Another customer found it June 24. Frate surrendered last week and is now due to appear in Danbury Superior Court.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Offers Security Grants to Nonprofits
Connecticut nonprofits can apply for up to 50 thousand dollars per location for security improvements. The five-million-dollar program is open to eligible organizations facing an increased risk of violence. Funding can cover surveillance cameras, ballistic glass, electronic locks, panic alarms and other security equipment.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Marks International Overdose Awareness Day
Connecticut is recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day as overdose deaths continue declining statewide. Officials say 836 people died from overdoses in 2025, down 45 percent from the 2021 peak. Residents are encouraged to learn overdose warning signs and seek available treatment services.
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