Man Killed After Motorcycle Crash On Major Highway, ID Released: CT News

Good Thursday morning Connecticut,

Here is a look at the top trending news stories across the state. As always, you can find your local Patch by clicking here.

Man Killed After Motorcycle Crash On Major Highway, ID Released: Police

The accident happened when a motorcycle collided into a vehicle on the highway, authorities said.>>>Read More.

School Official In CT Town Resigns Following DUI Charge: BOE

A Board of Education Chair in a Connecticut town has resigned following a recent arrest.>>>Read More.

Man Charged After Series Of Confrontations With Officers: Police

The set of events, which occurred over 2 days, included obscenity-laced rants, the brandishing of a knife, a vehicular police chase and a scuffle with officers —led to charges for a local man, who is being held in lieu of a $1 million bond, police said.>>>Read More.

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Important message from CT State Police:

"All too often, serious collisions are caused by dangerous driving behaviors. From Wednesday, April 26, 2023, to Sunday, April 30, 2023, motorists can expect to see an increased presence of State Troopers on I-84, I-91, I-95, I-395, and Route 9, working vigilantly to detect distracted and aggressive drivers. These focused enforcement efforts will include areas surrounding active work zones.

"Help us keep our roadways safe by putting the phone down, avoiding distractions, following the speed limit, and obeying all traffic laws. Together, we can make Connecticut's roadways safer for everyone."

Current conditions on CT's major roadways via the CT DOT:

Road work projects on Thursday

MANCHESTER - Road Work on I-384 Eastbound between Exits 1 and 2 (1.6 miles) in effect today until 3:51 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:52 am.

NORWICH - Road Work on I-395 Southbound between Exits 18 and 14 (3.7 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 7:26 am.

MERIDEN - Road Work on I-691 Westbound Exit 6 OFFRAMP in effect today until 3:33 pm. The right shoulder is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:33 am.

HARTFORD - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 46 and 58 (4.3 miles) in effect today until 3:57 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:58 am.

DANBURY - Road Work on I-84 Westbound between Exits 2 and 1 (1.0 miles) in effect today until 4:44 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 10:30 am.

CROMWELL - Road Work on I-91 Southbound between Exits 21 and 20 (2.7 miles) in effect today until 3:31 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:24 am.

NORTH HAVEN - Road Work on I-91 Southbound between Exits 10 and 9 (2.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:35 am.

CROMWELL - Road Work on I-91 Northbound between Exits 22 and 24 (5.0 miles) in effect today until 3:31 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:53 am.

NORTH HAVEN - Road Work on I-91 Southbound between Exits 12 and 10 (2.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:14 am.

MIDDLETOWN - Road Work on I-91 Northbound between Exits 20 and 21 (2.9 miles) in effect today until 3:26 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:26 am.

STONINGTON - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 91 and 93 (7.2 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 7:15 am.

STONINGTON - Road Work on I-95 Southbound between Exits 91 and 90 (3.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. Expect lane closures. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:03 am.

GROTON - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 88 and 89 (2.5 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:30 am.

EAST LYME - Road Work on I-95 Southbound between Exit 75 in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:51 am.

STONINGTON - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 90 and 91 (2.9 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:55 am.

NORTH HAVEN - Road Work on RT 15 Northbound between Exits 63 and 64 (5.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:13 am.

GREENWICH - Road Work on RT 15 Southbound between Exits 28 and 27 (3.5 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 10:28 am.

COLCHESTER - Road Work on RT 2 Westbound between Exits 16 and 13 (4.8 miles) in effect today until 4:44 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:45 am.

E. HARTFORD - Road Work on RT 2 Westbound between Exits 4 and 3 (0.4 miles) in effect today until 4:53 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 8:57 am.

COLCHESTER - Road Work on RT 2 Eastbound between Exits 16 and 19 (4.3 miles) in effect today until 4:08 pm. The right shoulder is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:08 am.

COLCHESTER - Road Work on RT 2 Westbound between Exits 18 and 15 (6.0 miles) in effect today until 4:44 pm. The right shoulder is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:45 am.

Delays

NORWALK - Delays. I-95 Southbound is congested between Exits 15 and 13 (2.0 miles). Reported Thursday, April 27 at 9:30 am.

Closure

ROCKY HILL - The Ferry is CLOSED until further notice due to high waters. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 6:00 am.

Accidents

WETHERSFIELD - Crash (1 Vehicle) on I-91 Northbound between Exits 24 and 25. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 10:26 am.

PLAINVILLE - Crash (1 Vehicle) on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 34 and 35. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, April 27 at 10:14 am.