Pre-Sale Tickets Announced For Fairfield Hills Music Festival
Organizers of the Fairfield Hills Music Festival in Newtown say discounted pre-sale tickets are now available for the May 16 outdoor event at the historic Fairfield Hills Campus. The deal runs through February 27, and organizers are urging early purchases, citing limited availability and strong demand for this year’s lineup of regional and national acts.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Police Warn Of Spike In Car Thefts
Danbury police say they’re seeing a recent increase in car thefts across the city and are stepping up patrols while investigators work the cases. Police say many of the thefts are crimes of opportunity, urging residents to lock doors, keep valuables out of sight, and park in well-lit areas when possible. Police also want any […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCold-Related Deaths Prompt Review Of State Weather Protocols
State lawmakers say 14 deaths linked to extreme cold this year are raising concerns about how Connecticut declares weather emergencies. Some lawmakers say the current system is inconsistent and needs clearer standards to better protect residents during cold snaps and heat waves. A legislative committee has approved a review of the state’s extreme temperature protocols, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFeds Blast Connecticut Sanctuary Rules After ICE Arrest
Federal immigration officials are criticizing Connecticut’s sanctuary-style policies after Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a man here who has now been charged with attempting to have sex with a 13 year old girl. The Department of Homeland Security says local police in North Haven released the suspect on bond despite an ICE detainer, forcing agents […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOfficials Warn Connecticut Residents To Stay Off Thinning Ice
Police and fire officials across Connecticut are warning residents to stay off frozen lakes, rivers, and ponds as warmer temperatures will soon weaken the ice. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection says no ice is ever completely safe, especially during freeze-thaw cycles such as those now affecting the state. Officials say thin ice […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Public School Enrollment Hits 20-Year Low
Public school enrollment in Connecticut has dropped to its lowest level in at least 20 years, according to new data from the Connecticut Department of Education. The state counted 497,764 students in pre-K through grade 12 for the 2025–26 school year, a decline of more than 10,600 students from the year before. Education officials cite […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAdvocates Slam State Funding Plan For Public Colleges
Advocates for Connecticut public colleges criticized Governor Ned Lamont’s budget proposal, warning it falls short for universities and community colleges statewide. Speakers at the Capitol said the funding gap could lead to layoffs, larger class sizes, and program cuts at UConn and the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system. The governor’s plan cites budget balance […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFairfield Home Invasion Triggers School Closures, Manhunt
Police in Fairfield say an armed robbery and possible home invasion on Candlewood Road prompted a large response Wednesday night, temporary school closures, and a brief shelter-in-place order. Fairfield Police report all suspects believed involved were taken into custody by mid-morning yesterday, and the order was lifted. Investigators have not yet released suspect identities or […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Rallies Around Hat Tricks Captain After Stroke
The Danbury community is rallying around Danbury Hat Tricks captain Jonny Ruiz after he suffered a major stroke January 27, just days before his 32nd birthday. Team officials say the stroke affected his speech and cognitive function, but Ruiz is now in a rehabilitation facility and remains in good spirits. A GoFundMe created by the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Woman Charged In Alleged DraftKings Fraud Scheme
35 year old Elizabeth Rodriguez of Danbury has been charged with third-degree larceny and conspiracy in an alleged DraftKings fraud scheme that has now led to at least 19 arrests statewide. Investigators say more than $190,000 in fraudulent activity involved stolen credit card information used on DraftKings accounts across several Connecticut cities. Court records show […]
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