2 Men Facing Human Trafficking Charges
Two men are facing charges in Danbury after police say they were profiting from a woman’s prostitution. Johnathon Damasceno and Luis Rivera, both 35 years of age, were arrested following a lengthy investigation. Police say the woman told them she was trafficked in 2021, forced to meet men for money, and never saw the earnings. […]
Read MoreIncreased Traffic Enforcement Leads To Fewer Crashes In Danbury
Mayor Roberto Alves announced a 50% increase in traffic enforcement in Danbury, leading to an 8% decrease in traffic accidents. Since taking office in December 2023, Alves has focused on improving neighborhood safety through added stop signs, flashing lights, and more police resources. The Danbury Police Department continues to prioritize reducing accidents and promoting responsible […]
Read MoreParents Claim “Lack Of Transparency”
Parents of students in the Region 15 School District are criticizing the school board for a lack of transparency after Superintendent Josh Smith’s DUI arrest last month. Police say Smith crashed into a pole and a parked car in Southington on January 18, with tests showing he was over the legal limit. The board acknowledged […]
Read MorePush Underway For Expansion Of Preschool Access
Governor Ned Lamont is pushing for the largest expansion of preschool access in Connecticut’s history. His proposal would create a Universal Preschool Endowment, seeded with $300 million from the state’s 2025 budget surplus. Future surpluses would continue funding the program. The plan aims to provide free preschool for families earning up to $100,000, limit costs […]
Read MoreHealthcare Merger Will Be Costly
Connecticut’s health strategy office warns that the $20 billion merger of Northwell Health and Nuvance Health, which includes Danbury and Norwalk hospitals, could lead to higher medical costs for residents. The deal, set to stabilize Nuvance’s struggling hospitals, is expected to improve care quality but could raise prices, especially for inpatient services. Despite concerns, most […]
Read MoreNew Milford Man Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity
A New Milford man was found not guilty by reason of insanity in a violent home invasion case. A judge ruled that 32 year old Kenneth Mosley Jr. has a severe mental illness that left him unable to understand the law or assist in his defense. Prosecutors say Mosley shattered a glass door, beat a […]
Read MoreStudents File Lawsuit Over Claims Of Improperly Obtained Sensitive Data
Three former Kent School students have filed a lawsuit against the private institution, claiming a former IT administrator accessed thousands of personal photos and videos from their computers. The lawsuit alleges the administrator improperly obtained sensitive data, including explicit images, and seeks compensation for the affected students.
Read MoreTravelers Insurance To Take $1.7 Billion Hit From Los Angeles Wildfires
Connecticut based Travelers Insurance reports a $1.7 billion impact from the recent Los Angeles wildfires, citing claims from policyholders. The company has not yet confirmed whether premiums will rise in response, though it is reassessing its exposure in high-risk areas.
Read MoreConnecticut Woman Arrested For Voter Registration Fraud
A Connecticut woman has been arrested for voter registration fraud in after officials noticed Wite-Out used to change party affiliations. Police say 57-year-old Arlanda Brantley, a state employee, altered voter cards at Western CT Mental Health Network, switching “No” or “Republican” affiliations to “Democrat.” A registrar clerk spotted the irregularities and reported them. Brantley admitted […]
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