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The longtime host of “The Late Show with David Letterman” found himself answering questions rather than asking them when...
09/21/2024

The longtime host of “The Late Show with David Letterman” found himself answering questions rather than asking them when a federal judge in NYC put the entertainer through an audition of sorts on Monday for a possible role as a juror in a criminal trial. https://trib.al/3RULKi5

NEW YORK (AP) — The longtime host of “The Late Show with David Letterman” found himself answering questions rather than asking them when a federal judge in New York City put the enterta…

AI is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S....
09/21/2024

AI is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S. presidential election haven’t materialized yet.

WASHINGTON (AP) — With the 2024 election looming, the first since the mass popularization of generative artificial intelligence, experts feared the worst: social media flooded with AI-generated dee…

When you think of America’s least friendly cities, which places come to mind?
09/21/2024

When you think of America’s least friendly cities, which places come to mind?

Participants were asked to recall how often they experienced their fellow residents demonstrate “rude” behaviors like lack of awareness, closed-off body language and disrespect toward s…

Police also learned from video surveillance at Stop & Shop that these suspects attempted to steal a red Ford Explorer in...
09/21/2024

Police also learned from video surveillance at Stop & Shop that these suspects attempted to steal a red Ford Explorer in the lot before the purse snatching. They released this photo to help with their investigation.

EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Police from East Haven and Branford are asking for the public’s help identifying the suspects in a purse stealing incident on Friday morning. East Haven police officers w…

How would you like to adopt a four-day work week? The Town of Canton is doing just that. https://trib.al/7QMjLG0
09/21/2024

How would you like to adopt a four-day work week? The Town of Canton is doing just that. https://trib.al/7QMjLG0

CANTON, Conn. (WTNH) — How would you like to adopt a four-day work week? The Town of Canton is doing just that. They just launched the new schedule for four months to start, in a pilot program aime…

BREAKING: The operator of a motorcycle has died after a crash in the City of Gorton late Friday night, police said.
09/21/2024

BREAKING: The operator of a motorcycle has died after a crash in the City of Gorton late Friday night, police said.

A 55-year-old man has died after a motorcycle crash in the City of Gorton late Friday night, police said. According to police, the motorcyclist was riding on Poquonnock Road when the single-vehicle…

The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point and this means relief for millions of Americans.
09/21/2024

The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point and this means relief for millions of Americans.

For the first time in 16 years, the federal reserved slashed interest rates by half a percentage point and this means relief for millions of Americans.

There were 161 horses inside the barn that had to be evacuated because of the fire on The Big E Fairgrounds on Friday ni...
09/21/2024

There were 161 horses inside the barn that had to be evacuated because of the fire on The Big E Fairgrounds on Friday night. Some of the horses got loose, but they have been accounted for. No serious injuries have been reported.

A fire was put out on The Big E Fairgrounds Friday night.

“CDC is not aware of any specific symptoms associated with XEC or any other co-circulating SARS-CoV-2 lineage."
09/21/2024

“CDC is not aware of any specific symptoms associated with XEC or any other co-circulating SARS-CoV-2 lineage."

The variant has appeared in at least 25 states in the U.S. and 28 countries across the world.

The Guilford Fairgrounds will be buzzing this weekend. Connecticut has many great fairs and festivals in 2024. From food...
09/21/2024

The Guilford Fairgrounds will be buzzing this weekend. Connecticut has many great fairs and festivals in 2024. From food, live music, rides, games, and more, there’s something for everyone! Learn more about this weekend's fairs in Guilford and Orange -->

Connecticut has many great fairs and festivals. News 8 compiled a list of events, organized by date, for you to check out with family and friends.

Yesterday’s deadly crash in Enfield remains under investigation. Police are asking for the public’s help in a crash that...
09/21/2024

Yesterday’s deadly crash in Enfield remains under investigation. Police are asking for the public’s help in a crash that claimed the life of a Massachusetts motorcyclist.

ENFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A 27-year-old Massachusetts resident died in a motorcycle crash on Friday in Enfield, according to police. The collision happened at around 1:20 p.m. The driver of the motor…

WATCH NOW: Some more clouds and breezy weather are heading our way! We have your full forecast on the last official full...
09/21/2024

WATCH NOW: Some more clouds and breezy weather are heading our way! We have your full forecast on the last official full day of summer at 6 a.m.

It’s going to be a little cooler out there today and breezy! It’s our last official full day of summer as fall kicks off tomorrow at 8:43 AM. That pesky offshore coastal system will con…

RECALL ALERT: General Motors is recalling more than 449,000 of its SUVs and pickup trucks.
09/21/2024

RECALL ALERT: General Motors is recalling more than 449,000 of its SUVs and pickup trucks.

General Motors is recalling more than 449,000 of its SUVs and pickup trucks because the electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid takes…

Neighbors said they had no idea what was happening just up the road.
09/21/2024

Neighbors said they had no idea what was happening just up the road.

COVENTRY, Conn. (WTNH) — Two women were arrested this week after Coventry police say they were housing more than a hundred animals on their property. Sandra Lis was charged with 19 counts of animal…

A popular milk alternative for those with dairy sensitivity and lactose intolerance is being recalled in more than two d...
09/21/2024

A popular milk alternative for those with dairy sensitivity and lactose intolerance is being recalled in more than two dozen states

The affected product was shipped to retailers and wholesalers Sept. 5-18.

Cards Against Humanity, the satirical and often vulgar card game, announced Friday it would be suing controversial billi...
09/21/2024

Cards Against Humanity, the satirical and often vulgar card game, announced Friday it would be suing controversial billionaire Elon Musk for $15 million.

‘Go f–k yourself, Elon Musk. We’ll see you in court,’” the statement reads.

The 13-to-16-foot-long python coiled itself around her torso, squeezing her down to the floor of her kitchen.
09/21/2024

The 13-to-16-foot-long python coiled itself around her torso, squeezing her down to the floor of her kitchen.

A 64-year-old woman was preparing to do her evening dishes at her home outside Bangkok when she felt a sharp pain in her thigh and looked down to see a huge python taking hold of her.

LinkedIn confirmed that it is using personal user data to train its artificial intelligence models after being accused o...
09/21/2024

LinkedIn confirmed that it is using personal user data to train its artificial intelligence models after being accused of opting members in without properly notifying them.

LinkedIn confirmed that it is using personal user data to train its artificial intelligence models after being accused of opting members in without properly notifying them.

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than four years, which will have cons...
09/21/2024

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than four years, which will have consequences for mortgage rates, car loans and credit card debt.

Here’s how mortgage rates, auto loans and credit card APRs have changed in recent years.

A California family was surprised when their beloved cat Rayne Beau, who had vanished on a trip to Yellowstone National ...
09/21/2024

A California family was surprised when their beloved cat Rayne Beau, who had vanished on a trip to Yellowstone National Park, somehow trekked around 800 miles back toward home before being found.

A cat named Rayne Beau was found in Roseville, California, two months after disappearing in Yellowstone National Park.

With mortgage rates falling, monthly home payments are now less expensive than rent in nearly half of the nation's large...
09/21/2024

With mortgage rates falling, monthly home payments are now less expensive than rent in nearly half of the nation's largest metros, according to a new analysis.

In 22 cities, monthly mortgage payments are now cheaper than rent, according to Zillow. Here’s where you can get the most savings.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has done something no major leaguer has ever done before: hit 50 home runs a...
09/21/2024

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has done something no major leaguer has ever done before: hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has done something no major leaguer has ever done before: hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season.

Police from East Haven and Branford joined forces on Friday in attempts to stop a suspect who allegedly stole someone’s ...
09/20/2024

Police from East Haven and Branford joined forces on Friday in attempts to stop a suspect who allegedly stole someone’s purse from a Stop and Shop

EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Police from East Haven and Branford joined forces on Friday in attempts to stop a suspect who allegedly stole someone’s purse from a Stop and Shop. The suspect fled…

For 50 years, the La Casa Bienvenida Senior Center has brought Hispanic community members together.
09/20/2024

For 50 years, the La Casa Bienvenida Senior Center has brought Hispanic community members together.

For 50 years, the La Casa Bienvenida Senior Center has brought Hispanic community members together.

A 70-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire broke out at an apartment complex Friday morning, injuring ...
09/20/2024

A 70-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire broke out at an apartment complex Friday morning, injuring at least one person, according to police.

BLOOMFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A 70-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire broke out at an apartment complex Friday morning, injuring at least one person, according to police. Maria Sa…

Catholic church s*x abuse victims and their lawyers are speaking out after the way they say the Norwich Diocese tried to...
09/20/2024

Catholic church s*x abuse victims and their lawyers are speaking out after the way they say the Norwich Diocese tried to change a compensation plan.

NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — Catholic church s*x abuse victims and their lawyers are speaking out after the way the Norwich Diocese tried to change a compensation plan. The Diocese said it is actually t…

A plethora of polling has emerged in the past couple of days, giving fresh insights into the race for the White House.
09/20/2024

A plethora of polling has emerged in the past couple of days, giving fresh insights into the race for the White House.

More than 20 swing-state polls entirely conducted after the Sep. 10 debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump are now in the public domain.

BREAKING: Residents and business owners in three Connecticut counties can apply for federal aid following August's histo...
09/20/2024

BREAKING: Residents and business owners in three Connecticut counties can apply for federal aid following August's historic flooding.

Federal funding approved for three Connecticut counties impacted by historic flooding. Details in the app

The cooling temperatures may encourage a smelly, invasive pest to find its way into your home.
09/20/2024

The cooling temperatures may encourage a smelly, invasive pest to find its way into your home.

You may have already seen the aptly-named brown marmorated stink bug, a native of East Asia, climbing on your windows, doors, siding, and more as it searches for a wintering spot.

A Manchester man faces charges after allegedly displaying a firearm during a road rage incident Thursday morning on Inte...
09/20/2024

A Manchester man faces charges after allegedly displaying a firearm during a road rage incident Thursday morning on Interstate 84 in West Hartford.

Manchester man faces charges after allegedly displaying a firearm during a road rage incident Thursday morning on Interstate 84 West in West Hartford.

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