Contraceptive Vending Machines May Be Coming To College Campuses In Connecticut
Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill that would fund emergency contraceptive vending machines on college campuses. If passed, it would offer schools a one-time grant to install machines dispensing emergency contraception and over-the-counter medications. They are being referred to as “Wellness Vending Machines” and UConn launched the first one in the state earlier this year. […]
Read MoreCOVID Grants Come To An End
Federal pandemic relief funds for about 25 Connecticut school districts are finally being cut off. Education Secretary Linda McMahon says extending COVID-era grants is no longer necessary and no longer a priority. The decision will save about $6 million in still unspent funds that the federal government says… because they are unspent, they are unnecessary. […]
Read MoreHome Captive Pictures “Shocking”
Waterbury police have released disturbing photos showing the conditions inside a home where a man was allegedly held captive for over 20 years. The images reveal a locked door with multiple security measures and fire damage from the victim’s escape attempt in February. His stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan, is charged with multiple offenses in connection to […]
Read MoreRedding Man Who Is Accused Of Stabbing His Mother Makes First Court Appearance
A Redding man accused of stabbing his mother in the neck appeared in court Monday, where a judge lowered his bond to $500,000. Police say 38-year-old Michael Amari called 911 Sunday afternoon, admitting to the attack at their Limekiln Road home. His mother was hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Amari faces charges including first-degree […]
Read MoreWilton Murder Trial Begins Today
A three-judge panel will now decide if Sebastian Andrews, accused of killing his neighbor in Wilton in March 2023, was insane at the time of the homicide. Andrews pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, with experts supporting the claim. His defense will argue he was suffering from a mental illness, while the victim’s family […]
Read MoreIves Bank Construction Unearths Old Oil Tanks
Workers at the Ives Bank construction site in downtown Danbury discovered two underground oil tanks while digging. The surrounding soil was tested and found to be contaminated. The contaminated dirt is currently covered with a tarp as the project continues on schedule.
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Connecticut Police Urge For Pot Traffic Stops
Police here in Connecticut are pushing for a law change that would allow officers to stop drivers seen smoking cannabis. Under current law, police cannot pull over a vehicle solely based on the sight or smell of marijuana. Law enforcement officials argue the change is needed to enforce intoxicated driving laws, but some groups oppose […]
Read MoreSchool Audit Turns Up Nearly $9M Surplus
Danbury school officials are tightening financial oversight after an audit found a nearly $9 million surplus in the 2022-23 budget. Now, the district is putting new controls in place to prevent future financial mismanagement. The audit, which was delayed by over a year, raised concerns about transparency and budgeting practices. The district by the way, […]
Read MoreGrab A Taste Of Danbury!
It all begins today! Downtown Danbury is serving up a month-long dining experience with the return of Tastes of Danbury. Now through April 30, you can enjoy a $30 dining deal that includes meals at participating restaurants. It’s all organized by CityCenter Danbury, and tickets are available online at www.citycenterdanbury.ticketbud.com.
Read More70 Cats Overwhelm Animal Shelter In New Fairfield
Animal welfare officials in New Fairfield are working to care for more than 70 cats found living in a trailer after a family took in strays but became overwhelmed. The New Fairfield/Sherman Animal Welfare Society says many of the cats are sick, suffering from respiratory and eye infections. Some have been placed in foster care, […]
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