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• Bridgeport Police Seek Shooting Suspect

  14-06-2015 23:27
  
  Bridgeport police are asking for the public’s help to identify the suspect in a Monday evening shooting.Photo Credit: Bridgeport Police Department
  
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• Two victims escape Bridgeport shooting

  14-06-2015 22:36
  BRIDGEPORT – The Bridgeport Police Department are asking for help in identifying a suspect who shot at two victims in the Greene Homes housing complex on Monday at 6:51 p.m. Two victims were able to escape moments before the shots were fired. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective A.J. Calvao (203) 581-5240. Click […]
  
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• Two escape from Bridgeport gunman

  14-06-2015 22:36
  BRIDGEPORT – The Bridgeport Police Department is asking for help in identifying a suspect who shot at two people in the Greene Homes housing complex on Monday just before 7 p.m. According to police, the unidentified suspect shot at a car that a mother and her small child had just gotten out of, in the lower parking lot at […]
  
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• Wrong-Way Crash on Route 15 Causes Serious Injury

  14-06-2015 22:10
  
  Two people were taken to the hospital after a head-on crash in Hamden early Sunday morning.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• One Dead After Motorcycle Crash In Vernon

  14-06-2015 21:42
  
  A man is dead after a motorcycle crash in Vernon late Saturday night.Photo Credit: Vernon Police
  
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• One dead, three injured in Vermont crash involving Tolland teens

  14-06-2015 21:31
  
  COLCHESTER, V.T. – Connecticut residents were involved in a crash that left one person dead in Vermont over the weekend. Dominique Roy, 48, of St. Laurent, Quebec, Canada, was driving a Honda Civic on I-89 in Colchester, V.T., Friday around 9 p.m., police said. Roy’s vehicle crossed over the center median and hit a Subaru […]
  
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• Toad’s Place in New Haven chosen as best small music venue in the country

  14-06-2015 20:53
  
  NEW HAVEN — Of all the places to see small, intimate concerts, New Haven is the best! USA Today announced it’s top 10 list of best small music venues and Toad’s Place is number one. The venue on York Street has held sold out shows for Wiz Kahlifa, LMFAO, The Kooks, Mighty Mighty Bosstones and […]
  
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• Who’s paying for Gov. Malloy’s trip to Europe?

  14-06-2015 20:14
  
  Hartford — Sunday and Monday is the Paris International Air show — Gov. Dannel Malloy is there, despite criticism from some state Republicans that the trip is in bad taste and bad timing. Malloy’s office says between 12 and 15 U.S. Governors are attending. Governor Malloy says that he has been invited in the past and declined […]
  
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• Two seriously injured in head-on crash on Merritt Parkway in Hamden

  14-06-2015 19:56
  
  HAMDEN – Two people were seriously hurt Sunday morning when a wrong-way driver crashed head on with another vehicle on Route 15 in Hamden. Police responded around 3:30 a.m. to the southbound side of Route 15, also known as the Merritt Parkway, between the Heroes’ Tunnel and exit 60. The traffic was light, and the […]
  
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• New London motorcycle crash kills driver

  14-06-2015 19:30
  
  NEW LONDON — A man died after crashing his motorcycle in New London Saturday night, police said. Around 7:30, crews responded to the scene on Coleman Street near Cedar Grove Ave. They found the driver of the vehicle on the road and brought him toe Lawrence and Memorial Hospital. He died in the emergency room, […]
  
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• Mother discovers daughter’s horrific secret during anorexia battle

  14-06-2015 19:03
  
  Editor’s note: Clare B. Dunkle is a novelist and former librarian. In addition to co-writing Elena Vanishing, she has written a memoir about teen anorexia from the mother’s perspective, called Hope and Other Luxuries. By: Clare B. Dunkle (CNN) — In 2002, close to my daughter Elena’s 14th birthday, her whole personality seemed to change. She […]
  
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• Republican Tom Foley leaves the door open to running for governor again

  14-06-2015 18:18
  
  HARTFORD — We may see Tom Foley on the ballot again for governor of Connecticut in the near future. Foley, who lost elections to Gov. Dannel Malloy in 2014 and 2010, appeared on Fox CT’s Real Story Sunday morning and some of his comments are making headlines. When Fox CT’s Jenn Bernstein and Al Terzi asked […]
  
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• Connecticut Well-Represented At Paris Air Show

  14-06-2015 17:18
  
  HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Much of Connecticut’s aerospace industry is shipping out to the Paris Air Show where more than 300,000 trade and general visitors are gathering for the annual industry exhibition. The state Department […]
  
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• After being lost for months, space probe awakes, sends ‘hello’ from space

  14-06-2015 17:06
  
  SPACE — Many moons ago, a small space probe named Philae skipped across the surface of Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko when the lander’s harpoon-like anchoring mechanism failed. It came to rest in a shady spot and, without enough sunlight to keep it powered, it fell asleep after about 60 hours of operation. Mission scientists had been trying […]
  
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• One Dead In Vermont Crash Which Injured Connecticut Residents

  14-06-2015 16:46
  
   COLCHESTER, Vt. (AP) _ A Quebec man was killed and four people from Connecticut were injured in a head-on crash on Interstate 89 in Vermont. Vermont state police say a Honda Civic driven by Dominique […]
  
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• The Real Story – Tom Foley

  14-06-2015 16:32
  
  HARTFORD – Seven months after losing to Dannel P. Malloy , for a second time, Republican Tom Foley re-emerges, to criticize the governor and the Democrat-dominated legislature over the new state budget.  Is he thinking of making another run in 2018?  Hear his answer to a possible “Tom Foley III”,and you decide.
  
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• The Real Story – New budget’s impact on healthcare

  14-06-2015 16:31
  
  HARTFORD – Connecticut’s hospitals face a double-whammy, if Governor Dannel P. Malloy signs the new budget, which includes another tax hike, accompanied by lower reimbursements for treating patients on Medicaid. The Connecticut Hospital Association warns it would mean job cuts, as well as cuts in programs and services for all. Guests Jennifer Jackson and Stephen […]
  
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• The Real Story – Riverfront Recapture leader retires

  14-06-2015 16:30
  
  HARTFORD – The just-retired leader of Riverfront Recapture, Joe Marfuggi, reflects on his 28 years of service, which saw the building of four new parks along the Connecticut River, between Hartford and East Hartford. He explains how the organization reopened access to the river, and how that has contributed to economic development.
  
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• Sweden’s Prince Carl Philip marries ex-model Sofia Hellqvist

  14-06-2015 15:58
  
  STOCKHOLM — It’s the stuff of modern-day fairy tales. A handsome Swedish prince is marrying his Cinderella on Saturday — only this time, his bride-to-be is a former model and reality-TV star-turned-charity organizer. Prince Carl Philip, 36, who is third in line to the Swedish throne, will wed Sofia Hellqvist in the Royal Chapel at the […]
  
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• Man shot in Hartford Sunday morning

  14-06-2015 15:18
  
  HARTFORD – Police are investigating a shooting in Hartford Sunday morning. Officers said a man was shot in the leg on Albany Avenue. He is in the hospital with non-life threatening injuries, police said. Police are searching for the person responsible for the shooting.
  
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• Joyce Mitchell planned to drive for 7 hours with escaped killers, DA says

  14-06-2015 15:02
  
  DANNEMORA, N.Y.– Two murderers meticulously planned their New York state prison break, but the woman who allegedly helped them and was supposed to drive them backed out, authorities said. Joyce Mitchell allegedly provided Richard Matt and David Sweat with the tools to cut through prison walls for their escape last week. She supplied them with […]
  
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• Motorcyclist Dies In Crash

  14-06-2015 13:22
  
  (NEW LONDON,Conn./CBS Connecticut)  –  Police in New London are investigating a  Saturday evening motorcycle crash which left one person dead.The victim was found in the road  near the intersection of Colman Street and Cedar Grove […]
  
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• Hartford Police Investigate Possible Shooting

  14-06-2015 13:08
  
  Hartford Police are investigating a possible early Sunday morning shooting.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Braves Upend Mets

  14-06-2015 12:53
  
  By HOWIE RUMBERG  AP Baseball Writer    NEW YORK (AP) _ Cameron Maybin bobbled a ball in center field for an error that allowed the Mets to score the go-ahead run in the seventh, and […]
  
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• Sunday Forecast: More nice weather today, but not tomorrow

  14-06-2015 12:23
  
  Enjoy your Sunday because we will have an active weather pattern with several chances of rain this upcoming week. High pressure will move away, making room for our next rain maker just in time for the Monday morning commute. A storm system currently rolling through the Ohio Valley will move in our direction and deliver […]
  
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• The Braves Defeat The Mets 5-3 In 11 Innings

  14-06-2015 07:25
  
  The Braves rallied for two runs in the ninth to spoil a stellar start by Jacob deGrom and Cameron Maybin had the big hit in the 11th inning, lifting Atlanta to a 5-3 victory over the Mets.
  
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• Police Crack Down on Beach Parking Violations

  14-06-2015 06:19
  
  Back in February, East Haven increased fines for parking violations near Cosey Beach and now that the summer season nears officials are reminding beach-goers that they will face a bigger fine if they park in the...Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Orioles Defeat The Yankees 9 – 4

  14-06-2015 05:54
  
  The Baltimore Orioles are healthy, hitting and consistently winning.
  
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• Motorcycle crash closes Bolton Road in Vernon

  14-06-2015 05:29
  
  VERNON – Bolton Road is closed after a motorcycle accident that occurred around 10:30 p.m Sunday night. Police are on scene investigating and the road is expected to be closed until at least 3 a.m. Stay with FoxCT as this story develops.
  
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• Man dies in Vernon motorcycle crash

  14-06-2015 05:29
  
  VERNON — One person has died after a motorcycle accident in Vernon Saturday night, police said. Officers said it happened around 10:30 p.m. on Bolton Road near Valley Falls Road.   Police believe the motorcyclist may have went off the road. He was pronounced dead at the scene, but police have not released his identity.
  
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• Rasing the roof for hope in Newington

  14-06-2015 05:14
  
  NEWINGTON – A “Raise the Roof” event was held today at the Raymour and Flanigan in Newington to benefit Charities of Hope in Connecticut. Charities of Hope had the roof damaged this past winter and needs money for repairs. They have been in Connecticut since 2002, giving back to local community members and holding clothing […]
  
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• Raising the roof for hope in Newington

  14-06-2015 05:14
  
  NEWINGTON – A “Raise the Roof” event was held today at the Raymour and Flanigan in Newington to benefit Charities of Hope in Connecticut. Charities of Hope had the roof damaged this past winter and needs money for repairs. They have been in Connecticut since 2002, giving back to local community members and holding clothing […]
  
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• LifeStar celebrates saving lives for 30 years

  14-06-2015 05:09
  
  WEST HARTFORD – LifeStar celebrated transporting over 20,000 patients statewide since 1985. Saturday’s ceremony was held at the Westfarms Mall. The American Eurocopter BK-117 landed in the mall parking lot where people were able to meet the flight crew and take pictures with the helicopter.
  
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• Serious Motorcycle Crash Closes Bolton Road in Vernon

  14-06-2015 04:51
  
  Bolton Road in Vernon is shut down tonight while police investigate a serious motorcycle crash.Photo Credit: Vernon Police
  
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• Triple Crown winner American Pharoah takes parade lap

  14-06-2015 04:17
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Triple Crown winner American Pharoah has taken a victory lap at Churchill Downs before a loud, supportive crowd. The bay colt paraded before the grandstand and around the paddock Saturday night before throngs of camera-clicking onlookers lined up four rows deep to view the 12th Triple Crown champion and first since 1978. […]
  
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• Alex Rodriguez joins Aaron in 2,000-RBI club

  14-06-2015 04:01
  
  BALTIMORE — Alex Rodriguez has joined Hank Aaron as the only players in major league history with 2,000 career RBIs. Rodriguez hit a two-run homer Saturday night for the New York Yankees in a game against the Baltimore Orioles. The sixth-inning drive off Bud Norris lifted A-Rod’s career RBI total to 2,001. Hank Aaron ranks […]
  
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• Walk for hearing held in Hartford

  14-06-2015 02:47
  
  HARTFORD – It’s the third most common public health problem behind arthritis and heart disease – 48 million Americans live with some type of hearing disability. On Saturday, the 10th annual walk for hearing was held in Hartford. Some proceeds from this event go to the American School for the Deaf in Connecticut, to buy […]
  
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• Walk 4 Hearing held in Hartford

  14-06-2015 02:47
  
  HARTFORD – It’s the third most common public health problem behind arthritis and heart disease – 48 million Americans live with some type of hearing disability. On Saturday, the 10th annual walk for hearing was held in Hartford. Some proceeds from this event go to the American School for the Deaf in Connecticut, to buy […]
  
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• Republican senator sees US embassy in Havana coming soon

  14-06-2015 02:20
  
  HAVANA — The leader of a delegation of Republican senators visiting Cuba says the opening of a U.S. embassy in Havana for the first in 54 years is “imminent.” Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona was in Havana made a short visit to Havana with fellow senators Susan Collins of Maine and Pat Roberts of Kansas […]
  
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• 5 Seconds of Summer guitarist Michael Clifford injured in pyrotechnics mishap

  14-06-2015 01:51
  
  LONDON – Australian pop band 5 Seconds of Summer cut short a concert in London on Saturday after guitarist Michael Clifford was injured by pyrotechnics. The news made #GETWELLSOONMICHAEL a trending topic on twitter Saturday night as fans wished him well. An image from Clifford’s verified Twitter account showed him with half of his face […]
  
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• Haddam wants long-closed stone jail converted to museum

  14-06-2015 01:17
  
  HADDAM — Town officials in Haddam are hoping to convert a long-shuttered county jail into a museum. The granite stone jail first opened in 1845 and closed in 1969. The Hartford Courant reports the facility housed an average of 40 inmates who enjoyed more freedoms than prisoners might in other institutions. They grew vegetables in […]
  
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• East Haven Police Crack Down on Beach Parking Violations

  14-06-2015 00:55
  
  Back in February, East Haven increased fines for parking violations near Cosey Beach and now that the summer season nears officials are reminding beach-goers that they will face a bigger fine if they park in the...Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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