States Hold Billions In Unclaimed Funds Many May Be Owed Money
States across the country are holding billions of dollars in unclaimed property, and officials say about one in ten Americans may be owed money without knowing it. Treasurers and auditors collect funds from inactive bank accounts, uncashed checks, overpaid bills, unpaid benefits, and abandoned safe deposit boxes when owners cannot be reached. Most of the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer State Lawmaker Arrested After Waterbury Political Clash
A former Connecticut state lawmaker has been arrested following a profanity-filled confrontation caught on video in downtown Waterbury. Police say 61 year old Victor Cuevas was charged with breach of peace after an August argument with a rival political candidate near City Hall. Investigators say the exchange included insults and a homophobic slur and was […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORY18th Connecticut Resident Charged In DraftKings Fraud Case
A Danbury man is the 18th Connecticut resident charged in an alleged DraftKings fraud scheme involving stolen credit card information. 26 year old Yoel Perez was arrested on third degree larceny and conspiracy charges following an investigation by the state Department of Consumer Protection. Investigators say more than 190 thousand dollars in fraudulent activity was […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Residents Sick In Raw Oyster Salmonella Outbreak
Federal health officials say two Connecticut residents are among at least 64 people sickened nationwide in a salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports cases in 21 states, and twenty people have been hospitalized. The CDC says the true number of cases is likely higher because many illnesses […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMetro North To Enforce Ticket Activation Before Boarding
Metro North riders will soon be required to activate their train tickets before boarding or face an eight dollar surcharge. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority says the change, effective in 2026, is aimed at stopping fare evasion tied to mobile ticket use. Tickets bought through the TrainTime app must be activated before boarding, not once on […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTwo Connecticut Powerball Tickets Win $100K As Jackpot Hits $18 Billion
Two Powerball tickets sold in Connecticut each won 100 thousand dollars in the Christmas Eve drawing, even as the massive 1 point 8 billion dollar jackpot was claimed in Arkansas. Lottery officials say a third Connecticut ticket won 50 thousand dollars. The winning numbers were 4, 25, 31, 52 and 59, with the Powerball number […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Water Main Fixed Advisory Remains In Effect
A major water main break in Danbury has been repaired, but thousands of residents are still under a boil water advisory. City officials say the break on Sand Pit Road left about 30,000 people without drinkable water on Christmas Day. Repairs were completed by early Thursday morning, but testing is still underway to confirm the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Activates Severe Cold Weather Protocol
Governor Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol through 10 a.m. Sunday as arctic air moves into the state. State agencies and local governments will coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 and shelters statewide to provide warming centers, shelter space, and transportation for those in need. Anyone seeking help is urged to call 2-1-1 […]
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