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• Special session to discuss moving up Conn. presidential primaries

  17-08-2023 22:21
  
  Connecticut House Democrats said there will be a legislative special session next month to discuss moving up the presidential primaries next year. The primaries are typically held in April, but there is bipartisan agreement to move them up, according to Connecticut House Democrats. In Substitute Bill No. 6908, legislators mentioned moving up the primary date from the last Tuesday in...
  
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• Man injured after car plows through guardrail and off bridge in Plainfield

  17-08-2023 22:03
  
  A man suffered a head injury after crashing into a guardrail and driving off a bridge in Plainfield Thursday night, police said. Plainfield police said they responded to Moosup Pond Road at about 6 p.m. after getting a report of a car crash. Authorities said a man drove off a bridge and into a body of water, and was trapped...
  
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• Family of Bloomfield man killed in Hartford grieve during vigil

  17-08-2023 21:43
  
  Family and friends came together to remember a Bloomfield man shot and killed in Hartford earlier this month at a vigil Thursday. His death comes at a time when homicides have spiked in the city. “I know you’re a mother that loved your son,” Reverend Henry Brown said. Solemn prayers are being given to the mother of 24-year-old Jordan Phipps....
  
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• Heart is at the core of Hamden school's Closer to Free volunteer plan

  17-08-2023 21:32
  
  The Closer to Free Ride Day is on Sept. 9 and on that day, not only will more than a thousand riders take to the streets, but there will be a lot of volunteers out there helping them along the way. “One of our core values is community service and giving back to those in need,” said Jennifer Raccio, the...
  
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• Tracking quick-moving showers and thunderstorms Friday

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  Our NBC Connecticut meteorologists are tracking scattered showers and thunderstorms expected to move in Friday morning. A front will bring the chance for storms around 7 a.m. in western Connecticut, then push east exiting the eastern part of the state by 11 a.m. The storms could bring gusty winds, heavy downpours and hail. The heavy rain could lead to some...
  
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• Thunderstorms warnings for parts of CT, power out for thousands

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  A line of storms moved into Connecticut before sunrise Friday, thunderstorms warnings have been issued for parts of the state and power is out for more than 19,000 Eversource customers. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of Middlesex, New Haven, and New London counties until 7:30 a.m. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of...
  
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• Thunderstorms warnings are in effect for parts of CT

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  A line of storms moved into Connecticut before sunrise Friday and a severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of Middlesex, New Haven, and New London counties until 7:30 a.m. The storms contain vivid lightning, heavy downpours, and hail. The heavy rain could lead to some minor street flooding, and an isolated tornado is possible, but the risk is...
  
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• Thunderstorms bring heavy rain, gusty winds to Connecticut

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  A line of storms moved into Connecticut before sunrise Friday. The storms contain vivid lightning, heavy downpours, and hail. The heavy rain could lead to some minor street flooding, and an isolated tornado is possible, but the risk is very low. The rest of the day will be mainly dry with a few isolated pop-up showers possible, especially in eastern...
  
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• Storms bring down trees, flood roads and knock power out for thousands in parts of CT

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  A line of storms moved into Connecticut before sunrise Friday, bringing down trees and knocking out power for thousands. Several severe thunderstorm warnings were issued and have expired. Eversource was reporting more than 16,000 power outages and most of them are in Bristol, Plainville, Glastonbury Newtown, Branford and Naugatuck. Just before 9 a.m., there were around 6.500 power outages. Bristol...
  
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• Severe thunderstorm warning for Windham County, power out for thousands in parts of CT

  17-08-2023 21:21
  
  A line of storms moved into Connecticut before sunrise Friday, a severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Windham County and power is out for more than 16,000 Eversource customers. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Windham County until 9 a.m. Severe thunderstorm warnings had been issued for parts of Hartford, Tolland, Middlesex, New Haven, and New London...
  
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• Man stabbed by girlfriend before crashing car in Plainville: police

  17-08-2023 21:11
  
  A man is recovering after being stabbed by his girlfriend during a domestic dispute before getting into a car crash in Plainville, according to police. The police department said they were called to Woodfood Avenue at approximately 8:05 p.m. Wednesday for a reported car crash. A man driving the car was found barely conscious with what appeared to be a...
  
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• CVS announces closure of West Hartford location

  17-08-2023 21:00
  
  A CVS location in a busy area of West Hartford is closing its doors next month. The store, located on Farmington Avenue, is one of seven in the city, and among dozens of others in the Greater Hartford area. CVS Health announced that they’re cutting 5,000 jobs to reduce costs as the retail pharmacy giant furthers its push into healthcare...
  
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• CT residents report losses to BBB after engaging with credit repair agencies

  17-08-2023 20:08
  
  As Americans continue to battle rising inflation and high interest rates, credit card debt is reaching historic heights. Approximately 54 million people have carried credit card debt for the last year or more, according Bankrate, and the Better Business Bureau is warning those in debt to think twice before reaching out to a credit repair agency. A newly released BBB...
  
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• Monroe's Austin Patti ready to compete at Little League World Series Home Run Derby

  17-08-2023 18:48
  
  The Little League World Series is underway in Williamsport and while Connecticut doesn’t have a team in the tournament, our state will still be represented. “It’s a great feeling, I love it,” said Monroe’s Austin Patti, while describing what it feels like to hit a home run. Patti is heading to the Little League World Series to compete in the...
  
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• West Hartford woman helps reconnect loved ones in Maui, volunteering virtually

  17-08-2023 18:17
  
  Local efforts are underway to help people recover from Maui’s devastating wildfires. With a death toll of more than 110, it has become the deadliest wildfire in modern U.S. history. But help is out there, and people are lending a hand right from our state. “Hi Kimberly, my name is Lisa Sgamboti, and I’m a Red Cross reunification volunteer.” From...
  
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• Police investigating untimely death in Westport

  17-08-2023 17:08
  
  Westport Police are investigating the untimely death of a 56-year-old woman. Police say they found the woman unresponsive at around 11 a.m. Thursday. They believe this is an isolated incident. Detectives from the Westport Police Department along with the state police’s Major Crime Squad are investigating the case. No other information was immediately available.
  
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• Police ID woman found dead in Westport home

  17-08-2023 17:08
  
  Westport Police are investigating the untimely death of a 56-year-old woman in Westport. Police said a housekeeper arrived at a home around 11 a.m. and found 56-year-old Jennifer Lindstrom, of Oak Ridge Park, unresponsive at the bottom of a staircase leading to the basement.   Westport detective and the State Police Western District Major Crime were at the scene until...
  
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• Christmas Tree Shops employees concerned about getting paid after liquidation sale fell short

  17-08-2023 16:45
  
  NBC CT Responds has heard from Connecticut Christmas Tree Shops employees who fear they will not get paid for hours they worked during the company’s liquidation sale. Stores in Connecticut and around the country closed their doors for good Aug. 12. During a contentious bankruptcy court hearing Wednesday, the public learned the liquidation sale made about $14 million less than...
  
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• Man arrested for alleged sex assault of minor at Plainfield kid's program

  17-08-2023 16:43
  
  A mentor of a kid’s program in Plainfield has been arrested after being accused of sexually assaulting a minor in his care, according to police. The Plainfield Police Department said 23-year-old Hunter Calle, of Canterbury, was arrested Thursday afternoon. Police said they opened an investigation after a complaint was filed on June 21, 2023, reporting that Calle had sexually assaulted...
  
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• What's stealing fish off lines in Long Island Sound?

  17-08-2023 16:41
  
  A young angler had quite the surprise when he reeled in only half of a striped bass in Long Island Sound recently. The other half, taken by something under the surface according to CT Fish and Wildlife. “Wow it’s crazy man.” Said Donald Eldred, of Meriden, when looking at a photo of the half-eaten catch. He has heard of fisherman...
  
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• Fairfield inspector charged in vehicle collision with 17-year-old bicyclist

  17-08-2023 15:53
  
  An inspector from the Fairfield State’s Attorney’s Office was arrested for allegedly hitting a teenager on a bike with a state-issued vehicle in an incident that occurred last month. According to the Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice, Inspector James Lawton was traveling through the intersection of Main Street and Golden Hill Street in Bridgeport on July 11 around 3 p.m....
  
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• State police arrest man suspected of damaging couple's car during Tolland street takeover

  17-08-2023 13:48
  
  State police have arrested a man who is accused of taking part in destroying a couple’s car while they were trying to get through an intersection during a street takeover in Tolland in May. It happened on May 21. State police said there had been a street takeover in Manchester and several people who were involved moved to Tolland. The...
  
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• What to know as CT Lottery moves to Wallingford

  17-08-2023 12:50
  
  The Connecticut Lottery Corporation is moving to a new headquarters in Wallingford. It will be moving from its current location at 777 Brook St. in Rocky Hill to 15 Sterling Drive in Wallingford. The last day to claim a winning lottery ticket in person at CT Lottery’s Rocky Hill office will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 22....
  
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• SeaQuest Connecticut announces closure

  17-08-2023 12:25
  
  SeaQuest Connecticut, an interactive aquarium in Trumbull, will close permanently on Sunday, the company announced online today. Upon closure, the animals will be relocated to other SeaQuest locations. With locations in nine states, SeaQuest boasts exotic animals from five different continents. The company offers opportunities to interact, feed and touch the animals. SeaQuest will continue to honor annual passes and...
  
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• Max Creek and more to perform at Hartford outdoor concert series

  17-08-2023 11:24
  
  “Hartford Live” concerts are back at State House Square in Hartford with shows throughout the rest of the summer. The outdoor concerts are free and will take place on Thursdays through Sept. 28. Music begins at 6 p.m. VIP tickets are also available for purchase. The Hartford Live music series will feature music, food trucks and a beer garden. The...
  
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• Police investigating shooting in Bridgeport Thursday morning

  17-08-2023 09:50
  
  Police are investigating a shooting and assault with a gun in Bridgeport Thursday morning. Police said they received a 911 call at 9:13 a.m. Thursday reporting an aggravated assault with a firearm near in the area of Washington Avenue and Highland Avenue and a victim who was shot multiple times. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital. No information...
  
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• Robber pointed gun at clerk during robbery at Newington 7-Eleven: police

  17-08-2023 09:07
  
  Police are investigating an armed robbery at a 7-Eleven in Newington Wednesday night. Police said officers responded to the convenience store at 461 New Britain Ave. just after 11 p.m. after a masked robber holding a gun jumped over the counter, pointed it at the clerk and stole cash from the register. No injuries were reported. The robber was wearing...
  
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• Route 9 reopens in New Britain

  17-08-2023 08:10
  
  Both sides of Route 9 were closed briefly in New Britain for police activity, according to the CTRoads.org website. It said Route 9 South was closed between exits 37A and 36 and Route 9 North was closed at exit 37. No additional information was immediately available.
  
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• Muddy Waters Café in New London closed after fire

  17-08-2023 07:47
  
  Muddy Waters Café on Bank Street in New London is closed after a fire early Thursday morning. The coffee shop posted on social media that it will be closed until further notice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Muddy Waters Cafe (@muddywatersnewlondon) A post on the Facebook page for New London Firefighters, IAFF Local 1522 says they...
  
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• Café in New London closed after fire

  17-08-2023 07:47
  
  Muddy Waters Café on Bank Street in New London is closed after a fire early Thursday morning. The coffee shop posted on social media that it will be closed until further notice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Muddy Waters Cafe (@muddywatersnewlondon) A post on the Facebook page for New London Firefighters, IAFF Local 1522 says they...
  
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• Cloudy today; showers, storms possible tonight, Friday

  17-08-2023 06:56
  
  Thursday is starting with an early drizzle and low clouds. High temperatures will be in the mid-to high-70s. We’ll have scattered showers in western Connecticut and it will be mostly cloudy today, but mainly dry. Showers are possible later tonight, along with thunderstorms, but showers and storms are more likely Friday morning and midday. Then it will clear and we...
  
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