Technical Discussion: Not entirely dry this weekend, cool for early May
Updated: 31 minutes ago
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By Jill Gilardi
The following is a technical discussion of Connecticut's forecast written by Channel 3's meteorologists.
Gas prices jump 9 cents in 24 hours, highest since 2022
Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Katie Coen
Gas prices in Connecticut jumped nine cents in 24 hours, the biggest one-day increase in weeks, as uncertainty ahead of the summer travel season raises concerns about costs.
58-year-old man arrested in connection with 2025 sexual assault in Plainfield
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By Quinn Pramberger
A 58-year-old man was arrested on charges stemming from a 2025 sexual assault investigation in Plainfield.
Gray Media has reached an agreement to restore all Gray-owned local television stations to the DISH lineup
Updated: 8 hours ago
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By WFSB Staff
Gray Media has reached an agreement to restore all Gray-owned local television stations
I-Team: CSCU received complaint about Maduko years before resignation, board considers comprehensive review
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By Cassidy Williams
The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities board is scheduled to meet Wednesday to discuss appointing a new chancellor after John Maduko resigned last week.
Clam Castle unveils ‘Lob-Zilla,’ claims world’s biggest lobster roll
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By Katie Coen
The Clam Castle is serving what the owners say is the world’s biggest lobster roll.
Connecticut lawmaker faces backlash over TikTok video attacking colleague
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By Susan Raff
A Democratic state lawmaker is facing criticism from both parties after posting a TikTok video attacking a Republican colleague.
Waterbury’s former water superintendent was not qualified for his job, investigation finds
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By Rob Polansky and Owen Kingsley
A former water superintendent in Waterbury lied on his applications for two positions in the department, police said.
May Day rally draws students, workers to New Haven Green
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By Matt McFarland
Dozens of high school students and workers gathered on the New Haven Green on Friday for May Day rallies calling out corporate greed and supporting workers’ rights.
Portland smoke shop raids result in arrest, store closures
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By Dylan Fearon and Quinn Pramberger
Portland police assisted state agents in surprise inspections at three tobacco shops that resulted in all three being closed and one person being arrested.
7-Day
Norwich’s Dodd Stadium to add professional soccer, undergo renovations
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By Luke Hajdasz
Dodd Stadium will add professional soccer and undergo renovations as Norwich looks to make the venue more profitable.
Meriden man arrested for sexually assaulting a minor, police say
Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Rob Polansky
A man was arrested for sexually assaulting a minor, Meriden police said.
Nearly 100-year-old woman named grand marshal of Meriden Daffodil Festival
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By Anna Stansfield
Rhudean Ray will turn 100 years old in a few weeks and has spent decades of her life serving the Meriden community.
Kitchen fire hospitalizes Durham restaurant owner, fire officials say
Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Kimberlyn Bouley and Taylor Knight
The owner of a restaurant in Durham was taken to a hospital following a kitchen fire.
Former Clinton Chamber of Commerce director accused of embezzlement, police say
Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Rob Polansky
A former executive director of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce was arrested following an investigation into fraud and embezzlement, police said.
Family Friday: Spring festivals, Star Wars & kids fishing to welcome May
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By WFSB Staff
We are welcoming the new month with spring festivals, a salute to a popular movie franchise and a little friendly competition on the water!
New Haven schools consider cutting bus stops to close budget deficit
Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Matt McFarland and Anna Stansfield
New Haven Public Schools is considering cutting its number of bus stops as it tries to close a nearly $13 million budget deficit.
Child in DCF system died by suicide hour after agency visit, report shows
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By Taylor Knight and Rob Polansky
A Connecticut child died by suicide just one hour after meeting with a Department of Children and Families worker, according to a report.
Kitchen fire forces residents from Hartford multi-family home
Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Rob Polansky
A kitchen fire forced at least three people from a multi-family home overnight.
Child advocate finds ‘alarming’ DCF deficits after child’s suicide following caseworker visit
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 11:23 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Connecticut’s Office of the Child Advocate issued a public letter Wednesday detailing what it called “alarming” deficits in case practice at the Department of Children and Families, citing data that shows workers are failing to meet basic policy requirements for child safety.
Two taken to hospital after fire in Wolcott
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 9:58 PM EDT
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By Quinn Pramberger
Two people were taken to the hospital after a fire in Wolcott.
Serious injuries reported after pedestrian struck in Torrington
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 9:37 PM EDT
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By Quinn Pramberger
Serious injuries were reported after a pedestrian was struck in Torrington.
Old cellphones collecting dust? Here’s how to turn them into cash
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 8:25 PM EDT
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By Cassidy Williams
A new survey finds nearly 1 in 3 people have old tech just collecting dust at home.
Woodbridge Animal Control finds baby raccoons in car
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:43 PM EDT
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By Quinn Pramberger
Woodbridge Animal Control had a shocking discovery inside of a car Thursday.
Waterbury teacher arrested again for alleged inappropriate messages to students
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:18 PM EDT
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By Zoe Strothers
Police say Hughes has now been fired from the Waterbury School System, is no longer a city employee, and is not permitted on any Department of Education property.
Connecticut winery’s wine served to King Charles at White House state dinner
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 6:39 PM EDT
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By Owen Kingsley
They shipped out a few bottles. A week later, the White House wanted a few dozen of their 2024 Riesling. Hopkins was one of three American wineries selected.
Connecticut lawmakers debate energy, immigration and cannabis bills as session nears end
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 6:32 PM EDT
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By Susan Raff
Connecticut lawmakers are debating several bills in the final days of the legislative session, which ends next week.
Attorney Ben Crump pushes for ‘Steven Jones Law’ after Hartford police shooting
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 6:22 PM EDT
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By Dylan Fearon
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is pushing for the state legislature to create what he calls “The Steven Jones Law” after a Hartford police officer shot and killed Jones during a mental health crisis.
Connecticut woman honors murdered best friend by raising money to fight domestic violence
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 6:01 PM EDT
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By Taylor Knight
Dana Casser was at West Farms Mall on Sept. 8, 2018, when she got a call from the Middletown Police Department asking her to come down to the station.
Meriden woman arrested for ‘sexual abuse of a dog,’ police say
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 5:54 PM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
A woman was arrested for sexually assaulting a dog, Meriden police said.
ARREST WARRANT: NFA coach accused of hitting athlete over ‘six-seven’ joke
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 5:46 PM EDT
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By Rob Polansky and Luke Hajdasz
A teacher and head wrestling coach at Norwich Free Academy was due in court Thursday on assault-related charges that documents revealed stemmed from a “six-seven” joke.
WFSB, Gray Media launch Star-Spangled Sing-Off in celebration of America’s 250th birthday
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 5:31 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Join Channel 3 as it celebrates the spirit of America with the Star-Spangled Sing-Off.
Waterbury aldermen demand answers after water superintendent resigns amid misconduct allegations
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 5:17 PM EDT
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By Katie Coen
Waterbury aldermen held a special meeting Wednesday to discuss the resignation of Water Superintendent Bradley Malay and a Waterbury police investigation.
Wallingford library’s ‘digital navigators’ help patrons tackle technology challenges
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT
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By Roger Susanin
The program allows patrons to book 45-minute sessions to get hands-on technology help with one of the library’s two digital navigators, Connor and Mitchell-Sanchez.
Missing man found dead in Naugatuck State Forest
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 3:35 PM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
A search for a missing man ended in Oxford, according to state police.
Part of I-95 closed for tractor trailer crash in Groton
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 9:46 AM EDT
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By Kaitlyn Burzin
A section of I-95 was closed because of a tractor trailer crash on Thursday morning in Groton.
‘Safety concern’ closes Killingly High School
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 9:19 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
School officials made the decision to close Killingly High School on Thursday.
Olivia Rodrigo to kick off ‘Unraveled Tour’ in Connecticut
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 8:40 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
Grammy Award-winning superstar Olivia Rodrigo is bringing her tour to Hartford, Live Nation announced on Thursday.
2-vehicle crash closes lane on Route 2 in Glastonbury
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:44 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
A two-vehicle crash closed one lane of traffic on Route 2 in Glastonbury Thursday morning.
Gas prices jump as U.S.-Iran conflict drives oil spike
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:20 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
Drivers are paying more at the pump as the U.S.-Iran conflict continues.
New Britain schools see progress on funding gap as state increases aid
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:06 AM EDT
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By Amanda Callahan and Anna Stansfield
Progress was made to close a funding gap for the Consolidated School District of New Britain as the state increased its funding for school districts across Connecticut.
24-year-old man charged with murder in Middletown shooting death
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM EDT
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By Zoe Strothers and Taylor Knight
A 24-year-old man was arrested for a deadly shooting that happened in Middletown on Wednesday, police said.
3-vehicle crash slows traffic on Route 8 in Seymour
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 6:31 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
A three-vehicle crash on Route 8 in Seymour briefly causes traffic delays, transportation officials said.
City of Norwich gets partnership with Connecticut Sports Group to operate Dodd Stadium
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 10:08 PM EDT
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By Quinn Pramberger
The city of Norwich secured a partnership with the Connecticut Sports Group to operate Dodd Stadium and bring CT United FC to the shoreline.
Oxford priest seeks living liver donor to save his life
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 8:26 PM EDT
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By Katie Coen
A local priest needs his faith now more than ever. He is dying and needs a liver transplant to save his life.
Connecticut lawmakers promise $270 million in school funding
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 6:17 PM EDT
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By Susan Raff
Connecticut schools facing a financial crisis may get help. State lawmakers have reached a deal with Gov. Ned Lamont to give cities and towns $270 million more in education funding. It is the first increase in 13 years.
WATCH: Masked suspects smash cases, steal jewelry from Wethersfield Kay Jewelers
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta and Dylan Fearon
Three masked suspects smashed display cases and stole several jewelry items from Kay Jewelers in Wethersfield on Friday night, the latest in a series of jewelry store robberies across the state.
Flesh-eating bacteria case reported in Connecticut
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 5:51 PM EDT
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By Luke Hajdasz
State health leaders say there has been one case of Vibrio vulnificus in Connecticut that occurred in February. Officials did not say exactly where.
West Haven recovers more than $800,000 from vehicle tax enforcement
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 5:46 PM EDT
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By Matt McFarland
West Haven has recovered more than $800,000 by going after drivers who are not registering their vehicles or paying their car taxes.
Connecticut Safe Havens Act credited with saving dozens of lives
Updated: Apr. 29, 2026 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By Roger Susanin
State leaders and healthcare advocates are celebrating the dozens of lives they say were saved by a Connecticut law and a small army of adoptive parents.