Cold Case Break: CT Woman Identified 18 Years After Body Found: CT News

Patch PM CT brings you the top breaking and trending news stories from across Connecticut each weeknight.

Here are the top breaking news stories from all across the state. You can go directly to your hyperlocal Patch by clicking here.

Cold Case Break: CT Woman Identified 18 Years After Body Found

“Our work is often complicated by the lack of people who have uploaded their DNA profiles to the public databases we can use for our cases,” said a DNA Doe Project team leader.>>>Read More.

Unoccupied Canoe Found, Authorities Search Waters: Police

A multi-agency search of local waters was conducted, according to police.>>>Read More.

Teen Accused Of Dumping Construction Waste By Playground

Debris and furniture had been discovered in the woods near the playground, according to police.>>>Read More.

Drugs, Guns Seized After Raid On Business: Police

Authorities seized “large quantities” of cannabis and THC products and two guns after a raid at a business, according to police.>>>Read More.

Trending news across Connecticut:

12,000-Plus Runners Ready For 89th Manchester Road Race

One of the biggest fields in recent years is ready to say "It's Thanksgiving in Manchester.">>>Read More.

CT Warns Of Scammers Impersonating State Officials

Scammers are falsely claiming to be from the state Department of Consumer Protection.>>>Read More.

Holocaust Memorial Monument To Be Installed At University

"She Wouldn’t Take Off Her Boots" is a bronze monument that is being donated.>>>Read More.

Group Launches Annual Mitten Drive To Help Local Kids

New or handmade mittens and gloves will be accepted at locations across town, according to the group's flyer.>>>Read More.

Project Delta Delivers Comfort Bears To Help Kids During Difficult Calls

New donation equips Windsor first responders with tools to support kids in traumatic situations, officials say.>>>Read More.

See also:

• 2 Injured In Shooting Walk Into Hospital After Incident On Highway: Police
• Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects In $5K Ulta Beauty Theft
• Supermarket Altercation Leads To Criminal Charge