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Pedestrian Struck, Killed Trying To Cross Highway; ID Released: State Police

The pedestrian ran across three lanes of traffic and jumped over the center median before being struck, according to Connecticut State Police.>>>Read More.

Man Killed When Truck Strikes Tree; ID Released

A man is dead after his truck left the road and struck a tree, according to state police.>>>Read More.

Driver Killed As Mini Van Hits Tree, ID Released

A crash claimed the life of a local resident, state police said.>>>Read More.

Rash Of Mail Thefts Prompts Police Alert

Police: Thieves are stealing checks from the mail, then altering and cashing them.>>>Read More.

Trending news stories:

Recalls Issued For These Items, CT Health Department Says

The products subject to recall were sold at Aldi, Costco, and Amazon.>>>Read More.

Connecticut National Guard Deployed For Presidential Inauguration

Connecticut National Guard and State Police members are being deployed to provide security for the inauguration ceremony next week.>>>Read More.

CT Weekend Events: MLK Day Activities & A Whimsical Dance Performance

There are plenty of places to bring the family in CT this long weekend.>>>Read More.

Town Seeks 'Prom Shop' Donations

Community Services will open the 2025 Prom Shop, where teens can get free prom attire, in March 2025.>>>Read More.

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