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15/01/2024

Drunk, Wrong Way Driver Nabbed On I-395 In Montville: Police

The New London County incident happened on Friday, Jan. 12 through Montville and Norwich, according to Connecticut State Police. At around 12:55 a.m. on that day, 62-year-old Robert Sylvester was reportedly seen driving his Jeep Wrangler westbound in the eastbound lanes of Route 2A in Montville. He....

15/01/2024

Hartford man sentenced to 15 years in prison for 2022 fatal crash

HARTFORD, Conn (WTNH)– A Hartford man was sentenced to prison for a fatal crash in Hartford in 2022. Melvin Castro, 31, was sentenced to 15 years in prison, suspended after six and a half years served, followed by three years of probation. Castro pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter with a...

14/01/2024

25-Year-Old Man Accused Of Murdering Associate In Southington

Litchfield County resident Brian Seholm, of Torrington, was charged on Thursday, Jan, 11, with the April 2023 death of Hartford County resident Dominick Francischelli, age 55, of Southington. During an investigation, the State Medical Examiner's Officer ruled that Francischelli died from compression...

14/01/2024

Internal investigation cleared Springfield officers of wrongdoing in 2020 arrest; family alleges tasing linked to man’s death

SPRINGFIELD — Keely Charles alleges that the police response to her brother’s mental health distress led...

14/01/2024

In storm’s watery wake, bright skies … and looming snowstorm

WESTPORT — As the third winter storm in a week to batter southwestern Connecticut pulled away at midday Saturday, sunny and breezy skies revealed water, water...

14/01/2024

Lotto! $1.7M jackpot winner in Friday's drawing

HARTFORD, Conn. — A Lotto! ticket sold for Friday's drawing won the $1.7 million jackpot, according to CT Lottery. The numbers to match are 10-16-27-33-39-42. Prizes...

14/01/2024

Hyundai Takes Unexpected Flight That Ends In Surreal Tree Hangout

If video games have taught me anything, it’s that crashing into a tree is the surest way for a drive to end in tragedy. However, a...

14/01/2024

Mutiple roads are closed in towns along the shoreline

Conn. (WTNH) — Police and fire departments throughout the state are warning drivers of severe flooding conditions that have affected roadways. This morning at around 10:00, the Groton Police Department asked the public to avoid the area of Downtown Mystic as severe flooding due to rain and high ti...

14/01/2024

Stormy Stretch: Potentially Substantial System Expected To Bring Snow, Ice Amid Drop In Temps

A storm that arrived overnight has brought drenching downpours and gusty winds to the region, leading to areas of localized flooding and some scattered power outages. In just a few days amid an unsettled weather pattern and drop in temperatures, a new system has the potential to bring accumulating s...

14/01/2024

3 New England States Including Massachusetts Google ‘Pizza’ More Than Anyone Else in the Country

Well, we love our pizza in New England, topping the cities and states with the most searches for this American favorite (pun intended). New England is...

14/01/2024

Unlicensed DUI Driver, Passenger Escape Flipped Car In Stafford: Sheriff

Two Stafford teenagers escaped serious injury when their vehicle flipped in an alleged drunk-driving crash, authorities said.On Thursday, Jan. 11 at approximately 2:30 a.m. Sergeant M.E. Gordon, Deputy D.S. Jett, and Deputy M.A. Holub responded to Plantation Drive and Newcastle Place for a crash, a....

13/01/2024

CT Woman Stopped For Traffic On I-95 Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash

The collision took place on I-95 northbound just north of Exit 91 in New London County around 11:50 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 11 in Stonington. According to Connecticut State Police, a 22-year-old man was driving a Mazda CX-5 on the left of two lanes when he struck the back of a Honda Civic that was stop...

13/01/2024

Suspect wanted for theft of puppy at Union Station in Springfield

Springfield Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a person of interest after a puppy was taken from Union Station.

13/01/2024

More Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Tonight, Street/Highway/Basement/Stream/River Flooding!

Dry if you are heading out for dinner this evening, however, increasing cloudiness with rain spreading across the state from west to east between 10 PM and midnight. From midnight until 6-7 am, moderate to heavy rain along with strong wind gusts. By dawn Saturday, we’ll add another 1.5″ to 2.5.....

13/01/2024

Holyoke suspect in court following October shooting death of infant

A suspect involved in a shooting that caused the death of an infant in Holyoke last October is scheduled to be in court.

13/01/2024

Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, of West Springfield, wants license back after deadly crash

A commercial truck driver from Ukraine who faces a deportation order is trying to get his driving...

13/01/2024

Police aim to crack down on dangerous 'street takeover' trend in Connecticut

In some cases, fireworks were launched at police in Connecticut during what are called "street takeovers."

13/01/2024

Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rain, Strongest Winds From New Storm, Upcoming Snow Chances

After partly sunny skies to start the day, clouds will gradually increase on Friday, Jan. 12 ahead of the storm's arrival after nightfall. Maximum wind gusts of around 25 to 35 miles per hour are expected mainly between late Friday night and around dawn on Saturday, Jan. 13 with the highest gusts in...

13/01/2024

Chicago rapper “G Herbo” sentenced for nationwide fraud and false statements

"G Herbo," Chicago rapper, received a sentenced in federal court in Springfield in connection with nationwide wire fraud conspiracy and making false statements to a federal agent.

13/01/2024

This Burger Joint is Now Known for Being the Best Burger Spot in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has several great burger joints throughout the state. This is something that can go a little overlooked, since it's not as if burgers are the...

12/01/2024

Man arrested for arson after fire in MGM Springfield stairwell

An Ohio man was arrested for charges in connection to a fire in a stairwell at MGM Springfield.

12/01/2024

Connecticut Banker Stole $100K From Unsuspecting Elderly Clients via Secret Withdrawals: Police

A Connecticut banker is facing charges after police say he swiped $100,000 from unsuspecting elderly customers, police said

12/01/2024

Driver crashes, car gets stuck in tree in Longmeadow

LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - At approximately 7:45pm on Thursday, Longmeadow police received a call for a reported car accident involving a tree at the intersection of...

12/01/2024

Jonathan Evans dies shortly after closing Herbarium in Chicopee

Herbal information specialist, Jonathan Evans has passed away Wednesday.

12/01/2024

Connecticut Officer Who Killed Fellow Cop in Las Vegas Strip DUI Crash Gets Prison

12/01/2024

Stolen gun and ghost gun taken off streets during traffic stop on Belmont Ave in Springfield

A Springfield man was arrested after detectives seized a stolen firearm and ghost gun during a traffic stop on Belmont Ave.

02/02/2023

Arraignment held for suspect in deadly stabbing in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - New details have emerged about the deadly stabbing of a woman early Sunday morning outside a nightclub in Springfield. Leshmarie Marin-Viera, 23,...

02/02/2023

America’s Got Talent finalist Tape Face coming to MGM Springfield

America’s Got Talent finalist Tape Face is coming to MGM Springfield's ARIA Ballroom in April.

02/02/2023

Governor Lamont Announces 2023 Legislative Proposal: Provide Tax Relief for Low-Income Workers

Governor Ned Lamont yesterday held a news conference in Hartford to announce that the fiscal years 2024 and 2025 biennial state budget proposal that he will...

02/02/2023

After 90+ Years, CT Volunteer Company Packs It In

North Haven Fire Department on Sunday reassigned the last remaining volunteer firefighters from the Montowese fire station, ending a 91-year run for the volunteer company. Since...