Day: April 21, 2026

Two Arrested After Crashing Stolen Vehicle In Wilton

Police in Wilton say two teenagers are facing charges after crashing a stolen vehicle and fleeing the scene. Officers responded to a crash on New Canaan Road early last Monday morning, and found a 2018 Ford Explorer that had been reported stolen out of New York. After a search, 19 year old Jaiden Rodriguez of […]

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Connecticut Faces Growing Roadside Litter Problem

Connecticut transportation officials say roadside trash is becoming a major issue, with crews collecting about 3,000 dumpsters worth of debris each year. The Department of Transportation reports that cleanup costs run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars annually, pulling resources away from other road maintenance work. A recent statewide cleanup effort targeted areas where […]

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The Onion Moves To Take Over Infowars In Bankruptcy Case

The satirical outlet The Onion is making another move to take control of Infowars as part of Alex Jones’ ongoing bankruptcy case. A proposed licensing deal would allow The Onion’s parent company to operate the site while paying monthly fees, pending court approval. The effort comes as Jones faces more than $1.4 billion in judgments […]

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Connecticut Lawmakers Push For Increased School Funding

Connecticut lawmakers are weighing a proposed $170 million boost in funding for public school districts as budget negotiations continue in Hartford. Democratic leaders say the plan would provide more support than the governor’s proposal, but still falls short of what some Republicans and local officials are demanding. Advocates argue districts are facing rising costs and […]

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Newtown Firm Developing Drone Swarms For Disaster Response

A Newtown-based company is developing new drone technology aimed at helping first responders handle wildfires and natural disasters more efficiently. The company claims its “SwiftAid Drone Swarm” system will provide real-time aerial data, identify hot spots, and map safe evacuation routes without relying on cell towers or satellites. Company leaders say the goal is to […]

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Second Large Apartment Project Proposed In New Milford Corridor

A second major apartment development has been proposed along the busy Route 7 corridor in New Milford, marking continued growth in the area. A developer is seeking approval to build a 96-unit complex on Danbury Road, with nearly 30 percent of the units designated as affordable housing. The project follows another proposal earlier in the […]

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Danbury Chamber Awards Nominations Open

Nominations are now being accepted for the third annual Danbury Chamber Awards, set for Thursday, June 11. The Greater Danbury Chamber is seeking candidates for several honors, including Leadership Award, Employer of the Year for both large and small businesses, and a Community Service and Volunteer Award. Officials say the program highlights businesses and individuals […]

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