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• Barcelona wins Champions League final with 3-1 victory over Juventus

  06-06-2015 23:29
  
  BERLIN — That’s it. Barcelona is the new champion of Europe. Given the intensity and quality of its play in the Champions League final against a valiant Juventus side, rightly so, too. Goals from Ivan Rakitic, Luis Suarez and a last-minute strike from Neymar gave the champions of Spain their fourth European title in the […]
  
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• Belmont Stakes: The Scene Leading Up To The Race

  06-06-2015 23:03
  
  American Pharoah makes his bid for the Triple Crown today.Check out the scene leading up to the race.
  
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• Winchester Police Investigate Car Burglaries

  06-06-2015 23:03
  
  Winchester police are investigating a rash of burglaries from vehicles.Photo Credit: Shutterstock
  
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• Cuomo: 2 killers used power tools to escape from maximum security prison in upstate New York

  06-06-2015 22:50
  
  DANNEMORE, New York – Two convicted murderers escaped from a maximum security prison in upstate New York by cutting through a steel wall and following a series of tunnels until they emerged from a manhole outside the prison walls, New York authorities said Saturday afternoon,. Richard Matt, 48, and David Sweat, 34, were discovered missing […]
  
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• 2 killers escape from maximum security prison in upstate New York

  06-06-2015 22:50
  
  DANNEMORE, New York – Two convicted murderers escaped from a maximum security prison in upstate New York by cutting through a steel wall and following a series of tunnels until they emerged from a manhole outside the prison walls, New York authorities said Saturday afternoon,. Richard Matt, 48, and David Sweat, 34, were discovered missing […]
  
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• Here’s the first photo of Prince George with his little sister Princess Charlotte

  06-06-2015 22:33
  
  We're delighted to share the first photo of Prince George with his little sister Princess Charlotte pic.twitter.com/lJbWwsqFva — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) June 6, 2015 LONDON — Kensington Palace released the first photo of Prince George and Princess Charlotte on Saturday. The photo was taken by in mid-May. Princess Charlotte, daughter of Prince William and Catherine, […]
  
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• You Can’t Win Your Fantasy Baseball League In June, But You Can Lose It

  06-06-2015 21:20
  
  Summer is coming; the kids will be out of school soon if they aren't already. This is not the time to forget about your fantasy baseball team. Sure, life gets busy, but the minute you let a transaction period go by unattended is the minute you lose your league. Staying on top of your roster all the time is key to winning your league, even if it becomes a challenge to find the time to manage your team.
  
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• Connecticut strawberry growers predict robust crop

  06-06-2015 20:33
  
  HARTFORD — Connecticut’s strawberry growers are predicting they’ll have a robust crop despite a difficult winter and a dry spring. This weekend marks the beginning of the approximate three-week strawberry season. The state Department of Agriculture is promoting the crop this month on broadcast and internet radio stations. A list of growers and pick-your-own farms […]
  
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• Crowds turn out to fight breast cancer in Hartford

  06-06-2015 20:18
  
  HARTFORD – Thousands turned out to fight breast cancer in Bushnell Park Saturday morning, for themselves and for family and friends. Jayne McMurdy and Jodi Lussier have a history of breast cancer in the family.  They lost their sister Jude to the disease last year. “It was the second diagnosis in our family in less […]
  
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• Cold case playing card tip leads to conviction in Hartford murder

  06-06-2015 20:04
  
  HARTFORD – A tip generated by a pack of playing cards lead to a guilty plea in a nine year old murder case Friday. Hector Torres, 27, plead guilty to murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Derrick Comrie outside Bulkeley High School on January 10, 2006. Comrie, 20, died after being shot […]
  
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• ‘A man of character': Obama delivers emotional eulogy for Beau Biden

  06-06-2015 19:10
  
  WILMINGTON, Delaware — President Barack Obama eulogized Beau Biden Saturday as a good man of character “who loved deeply and was loved in return,” hailing the compassion and public service of his family in a moving funeral oration to grief-stricken Vice President Joe Biden’s son. Obama said that the former Delaware Attorney General and Iraq […]
  
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• Honor Code surged to a three-length victory in Belmont Stakes undercard

  06-06-2015 18:24
  
  NEW YORK — In the most impressive performance on the Belmont Stakes undercard, Honor Code surged to a three-length victory in the $1.25 million Metropolitan Handicap. The 4-year-old stormed past pacesetter Private Zone for his fifth win in eight starts. Honor Code was considered a Triple Crown contender last year until an injury knocked him […]
  
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• Early showers good omen for American Pharoah’s Triple try

  06-06-2015 18:24
  
  NEW YORK — The quest for a Triple Crown is upon us — again. American Pharoah will try to win the Triple Crown on Saturday, when he takes on seven rivals in the Belmont Stakes. It’s Belmont Stakes Day, Saturday, June 6 at Belmont Park, and already thousands of fans have made their way into […]
  
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• Williams beats Safarova in 3 sets at French Open for 20th major title

  06-06-2015 17:45
  
  PARIS — Overcoming a mid-match lull and a third-set deficit, Serena Williams won her third French Open title and 20th major singles trophy by beating 13th-seeded Lucie Safarova of the Czech Republic 6-3, 6-7 (2), 6-2 on Saturday. The top-ranked Williams took the last six games and added to her championships on the red clay […]
  
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• Williams beats Safarova in 3 sets at French for 20th major

  06-06-2015 17:45
  
  PARIS — Overcoming a mid-match lull and a third-set deficit, Serena Williams won her third French Open title and 20th major singles trophy by beating 13th-seeded Lucie Safarova of the Czech Republic 6-3, 6-7 (2), 6-2 on Saturday. The top-ranked Williams took the last six games and added to her championships on the red clay […]
  
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• Bridgeport police officers surprise late officer’s daughter at UConn graduation

  06-06-2015 17:33
  
  STORRS – Erin Craw graduated from the University of Connecticut last month, and one important person wasn’t there to see her collect her diploma. Her father, Bridgeport Police Captain Robert Craw died in August 2014 of cancer and was unable to fulfill his wish of seeing his daughter finish her undergraduate degree. However, four of […]
  
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• Families Gearing Up For Fifth Hartford Walk4Hearing

  06-06-2015 16:57
  
  Families across Connecticut are getting ready to participate in the fifth annual Hartford Walk4Hearing to raise awareness about hearing loss.
  
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• Southbury woman charged in Medicare fraud case

  06-06-2015 16:56
  
  SOUTHBURY – Prosecutors charged a woman with fraud and forgery after they said she continued to collect Medicaid payments for providing care to her brother after he moved out of her home. Officials said Kristie Gannon, 39 of Southbury, was charged Friday with defrauding a public community, insurance fraud, and forgery. Gannon provided care for […]
  
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• The Real Story – Transgender rights expanded

  06-06-2015 16:30
  
  HARTFORD – Transgender rights will be expanded under a recent bill, lifting a barrier to obtaining a new birth certificate and listing correct gender. Al and Jenn’s guests are Diana Lombardi, Board Member of the Connecticut Trans-Advocacy Coalition and Linda Estabrook, executive director of the Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective.
  
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• Lunch with Warren Buffett goes for $2.3 million

  06-06-2015 16:17
  
  NEW YORK — Talk about a rich meal. The winning bid on Friday to have lunch with Warren Buffett was a whopping $2.35 million from Chinese gaming company Da Lian Zeus Entertainment. Each year, Buffett auctions off an invitation to lunch on eBay. The proceeds go to GLIDE, a charity that runs a number of […]
  
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• 5 robots that want to save lives

  06-06-2015 16:05
  
  The U.S. Defense Department wants to send robots into disaster zones, and it’s offering $2 million to whoever can do it best. This weekend 24 teams from 13 countries will meet in Pomona, California to show off the state-of-the-art robots they’ve designed to perform search-and-rescue missions in the final round of a two-year competition. DARPA […]
  
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• Williamantic police use K-9 to help capture burglary suspect

  06-06-2015 15:12
  
  WILLIMANTIC – Police used a canine to help apprehend a man they say broke into a business Friday morning. Police said at 12:40 a.m. Friday, they were called to The Shoe Smith at 503 Main St. for reports of a man who witnesses said threw a rock through the window. Police saw the man go […]
  
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• Bridgeport Officers Attend Graduation of Late Officer's Daughter

  06-06-2015 15:03
  
  WhenErin Craw graduated from UConn, she had four members of the Bridgeport Police Department by her side.
  
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• Josh Duggar made ‘bad choices,’ say 2 sisters who were inappropriately touched

  06-06-2015 14:18
  
  What happened to Josh Duggar’s victims was “very mild” compared to what other victims of sexual molestation have experienced, two sisters of the reality TV star told Fox News in an interview that aired Friday night. Jessa Duggar Seewald and Jill Duggar Dillard said their brother began inappropriately touching them before they were teenagers. Dillard […]
  
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• Becoming partly to mostly sunny today, delightful Sunday!

  06-06-2015 13:41
  
   If you have outdoor plans this weekend timing is on your side for this first weekend of June. Cold front that dropped a few light showers earlier has moved off shore allowing for high pressure to dominate our weather and all of New England with plenty of sunshine, low humidity and cool comfortable nights. The […]
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – A taxing time for the state

  06-06-2015 11:32
  
  HARTFORD – Connecticut is facing a $40 billion spending plan over the next two years. It’s a budget that will include $1.5 billion in tax increases – most of which will impact the wealthy and corporations. Is the state doing further damage to its reputation for being unfriendly to business? Stan talks with Carol Platt […]
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – Making communities safer for bikers and walkers

  06-06-2015 11:31
  
  HARTFORD – Stan talks with Kelly Kennedy, executive director of Bike Walk CT to chat about ways to make communities more bicycle-and-pedestrian friendly for the growing number of folks who choose to bike or walk.
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – Juneteenth

  06-06-2015 11:30
  
  HARTFORD – The Amistad Center is gearing up for the 150th anniversary of Juneteenth – that 19th day in June of 1865 – that officially ended slavery in America. The center is also hosting a year-long celebration of black achievement over the past 300 years. Board president Medina Jett will talks to Stan.
  
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• Funeral home offers services for East Haven children killed in gas leak at no cost

  06-06-2015 05:39
  
  EAST HAVEN–The East Haven community continues to mourn. On Friday night, around 100 people gathered on the green to remember two young children who were found dead in their home earlier this week. “I just think it’s sad. They’re too young to go,” said Mary-Jo Dynan, an East Haven resident. The community members lit candles […]
  
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• East Catholic-North Branford in baseball finals

  06-06-2015 05:04
  
  NORTH BRANFORD–The CIAC High School Tournament was back on tonight after a few days of rain delay. The number one team in the state, East Catholic, hosted North Branford in the Class M Quarterfinals. The Eagles dominated, scoring 13-1 to take the win. They next play Sheehan on Tuesday in the semi-finals.
  
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• Yankees Survive Angels Big Ninth Inning

  06-06-2015 04:51
  
  By BEN WALKER   AP Baseball Writer    NEW YORK (AP) _ Alex Rodriguez moved past Barry Bonds for second place on the career RBIs list and got four hits Friday night as the New York […]
  
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• Former UConn star Stefanie Dolson leads Wash. Mystics over Conn. Sun 73-68

  06-06-2015 04:48
  
  UNCASVILLE–The Washington Mystics spoiled the Connecticut Sun season-opener in Uncasville 73-68. The Mystics were lead by ex-Husky Stefanie Dolson, who lead all scores with 18 and a career-high 12 rebounds. Ivory Latta added 15 points and five assists for the Mystics. Alex Bentley led the Sun with 17 points and Kelsey Bone added 14. Latta’s free throws […]
  
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• Medical Marijuana Bill for Children Dies in Legislature

  06-06-2015 04:39
  
  Some Connecticut families say they're running out of options after a bill that would allow children to use medical marijuana died in the legislature.Photo Credit: NBC Bay Area
  
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• Medical experts, lawmakers remind parents to ‘look before you lock’ this summer

  06-06-2015 04:38
  
  HARTFORD–With the hot summer months approaching, the medical community is raising awareness about the dangers of leaving children in hot cars. Last summer in Connecticut one child died and several other had to be rescued from police or bystanders. Today experts and lawmakers gathered at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center to remind parents to look in the […]
  
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• State Police collect wheelchairs for charity

  06-06-2015 04:19
  
  HARTFORD–State Police are working with a non-profit to help those in need. Chariots of Hope is a Connecticut-based organization that collects used wheelchairs, refurbishes them, and sends them to people worldwide. According to State Police, there are nearly 20 million kids and adults who could use a wheelchair that is sitting in a basement or […]
  
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• Red Sox Cool A’s

  06-06-2015 04:00
  
  By HOWARD ULMAN  AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) _ Oakland’s Pat Venditte became the first pitcher in 20 years to throw with both arms in the same game, but Boston’s Wade Miley pitched neatly into […]
  
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• Sun Eclipsed In WNBA Opener

  06-06-2015 03:47
  
  UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) _ Stefanie Dolson had 18 points and 12 rebounds _ both career highs _ to help the Washington Mystics beat the Connecticut Sun 73-68 on Friday night in opener for both teams. […]
  
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• Woman Badly Hurt by Broken Bat During Red Sox Game

  06-06-2015 03:47
  
  The patient, who suffered life-threatening injuries, was rushed from the stands of Fenway Park on a stretcher after she was hit during the game against the Oakland Athletics.Photo Credit: Barry Chin/Boston Globe
  
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• Fan injured at Fenway Park after being hit by broken bat

  06-06-2015 03:13
  
  BOSTON — A woman was removed from the Fenway Park stands bleeding from the head after being struck by a broken bat during the game between the Oakland Athletics and Boston Red Sox. The fan was carried off on a stretcher after the top of the second inning Friday night. She was hit when Oakland’s Brett […]
  
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• Fan hit, bloodied by broken bat in Fenway Park stands

  06-06-2015 03:13
  
  BOSTON —A woman was removed from the Fenway Park stands bleeding from the head after being struck by a broken bat during the game between the Oakland Athletics and Boston Red Sox. Boston police spokesman David Estrada says all or part of the bat hit her and her injuries were life threatening. The fan was […]
  
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• Suspect in Custody for Possible Car Wash Robbery: PD

  06-06-2015 01:50
  
  Vernon police are investigating a possible car wash robbery.Photo Credit: Vernon Police
  
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• Firefighters Respond to Hamden House Fire

  06-06-2015 01:42
  
  Firefighters are responding to a house fire in Hamden.
  
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• Wethersfield girl is the perfect Nick Fradiani mini-me

  06-06-2015 01:34
  
  WETHERSFIELD–If only “American Idol” would continue on past its upcoming 15th season. Isabella Perrone, of Wethersfield, is proving her chops, and she’s ready to take the stage. The 9-year-old’s mother posted a YouTube video of Isabella singing recent “Idol” champ–and Guilford native–Nick Fradiani’s first single. Check out the talented young lady’s entire rendition of “Beautiful Life” below, and […]
  
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• 9-year-old Wethersfield girl is the perfect Nick Fradiani mini-me

  06-06-2015 01:34
  
  WETHERSFIELD–If only “American Idol” would continue on past its upcoming 15th season. Isabella Perrone, of Wethersfield, is proving her chops, and she’s ready to take the stage. The 9-year-old’s mother posted a YouTube video of Isabella singing recent “Idol” champ–and Guilford native–Nick Fradiani’s first single. Check out the talented young lady’s entire rendition of “Beautiful Life” below, and […]
  
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• Police Look for Dog That Bit Girl Walking to School

  06-06-2015 01:21
  
  Newington police are looking for a dog that bit a middle school student walking to school Friday morning.
  
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• Passengers Recount Plane's Emergency Landing at Bradley

  06-06-2015 01:10
  
  A plane heading from Newark to Bradley Airport made an emergency landing after a small fire broke out in the cockpit on Friday afternoon, according to state police.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Middletown man found insane in gruesome killing of mother

  06-06-2015 00:57
  
  MIDDLETOWN — A schizophrenic Connecticut man who viciously killed his mother with a fireplace poker and knife has been found not guilty by reason of insanity and will be committed to a maximum-security psychiatric hospital. The Hartford Courant reports that a three-judge panel in Middletown Superior Court reached the verdict Friday against 24-year-old Robert Rankin. […]
  
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• Kaman Corp. hopes to hover over Connecticut business challenges

  06-06-2015 00:52
  
  BLOOMFIELD–While several corporations are threatening to leave Connecticut due to projected tax hikes, Kaman Corporation is building a future here–at least for now. The company is resurrecting its old K-MAX program. Production on the chopper stopped in 2003. With ten orders lined up worldwide, the assembly line on the cargo-lifting helicopter will be spinning again. […]
  
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• Child Advocates Remind Parents to "Look Before You Lock"

  06-06-2015 00:48
  
  In an effort to prevent the death of another child left in a hot car, Connecticut's child advocates have launched a public service campaign reminding parents to "Look Before You Lock."Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Newspaper Company Wants Hernandez Juror Documents Unsealed

  06-06-2015 00:39
  
  FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — Newspaper company GateHouse Media is asking a judge to unseal documents relating to a juror in former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez’s recent murder trial in Massachusetts. The company […]
  
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