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Medical examiner: 24 dead in Oklahoma twister

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:25:00 EDT

The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including nine children.

Officer involved in shooting in Ridgefield

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:40:00 EDT

The Connecticut State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting at multi million dollar mansion in Ridgefield. Friday night.

PD: Burglaries occurring while families at wakes, funerals

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:27:00 EDT

Police in several towns are advising the public to be aware of residential break-ins that have happened when families were out attending a wake or funeral for a loved one.

Victim files lawsuit after train derailment

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:57:00 EDT

The first lawsuit has been filed by the family of a victim seriously injured in a train derailment last week.

WFSB building evacuated

WFSB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

Tonight, Channel 3 Eyewitness News did not broadcast our 5:00 or 5:30 newscasts. We were not able to do so because our building was evacuated after a bomb-threat was made against our station.

PD: Man exposed himself to woman jogging

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Police are searching for the man who exposed himself to a female jogger in Milford Friday morning.

Cell phone video incident at Hartford school being investigated

Jill Konopka — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

The Hartford Police Department is investigating an incident involving students at the West Middle School and a cell phone video.

Technical Discussion

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:29:00 EDT

Humid with scattered showers.

Buckling apartment in Hartford being torn down

Karen Lee — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Crews continued to knock down an apartment building in the Frog Hollow section of Hartford that was evacuated Thursday after it began to buckle.

'Unusual condition' seen before Connecticut derailment

The Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:02:00 EDT

Federal officials investigating last week's commuter train derailment in Connecticut say the engineer described an "unusual condition" on the track before the train derailed.

Two women arrested for Stratford arson

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

Two Stratford women were arrested for arson in connection with a house fire in May 2011.

Hood, Big Y recall cottage cheese

Michelle London — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:35:00 EDT

Hood has announced it is recalling a selection of Hood and Big Y cottage cheese.

Connecticut makes $5M available for school safety

The Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:20:00 EDT

Connecticut is making $5 million available immediately to cities and towns to help reimburse them for school safety and security upgrades following the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown.

Students remember 14-year-old classmate

Robert Goulston — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT

A 14-year-old boy from Waterbury died in his sleep this week, leaving his parents and friends wondering why.

Conn. House passes baby food labeling bill

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:16:00 EDT

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) - A bill that would require special labels on baby food containing genetically modified ingredients has passed the state House of Representatives. The House voted 114-7 in favor

Massive delays reported in Waterbury after crash

WFSB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:48:00 EDT

A crash between a tractor-trailer and another vehicle on Interstate 84 in Waterbury caused a massive traffic backup Friday morning.

Medical examiner: death of ex-officer was suicide

The Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:09:00 EDT

The chief medical examiner's office says a former New Milford officer convicted of an on-duty killing committed suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning.

Drivers to hit the road this holiday weekend

WFSB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 07:13:00 EDT

It's expected to be a busy few days on the roads with more Americans expected to travel by car this holiday weekend, but AAA estimates overall air travel will be down.

Shots fired behind Meriden Police Department

WFSB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 07:07:00 EDT

Police in Meriden are investigating after gunfire erupted just a few hundred feet from the police department's front door early Thursday morning.

Conn. House approves home foreclosure help bill

The Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 05:53:00 EDT

The state House of Representatives has approved a bill that would expand protections for homeowners facing foreclosure.

Silver Alert issued for missing Hartford teenager

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:09:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police are searching for a 13-year-old endangered runaway from Hartford.

Five people arrested in $5 million jewelry heist in Fairfield

Robert Goulston — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:08:00 EDT

Five people were arrested after a brazen overnight jewelry store robbery that involved kidnapping and hours of being tied up while the suspects loaded up $5 million in jewels.

Indoor tanning ban moves to Malloy's desk

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:04:00 EDT

A Connecticut bill banning young people from using indoor tanning services is moving to the governor's desk.

Greenhouse holds plants galore

Dan Kain — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:48:00 EDT

This weekend is supposed to be a big weekend for planting and gardening, depending of course on the weather.

Troopers seek Union cemetery fence thief

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:21:00 EDT

The Connecticut State Police are looking for the people, who have taken off with a fence at a town cemetery in Union.

House passes bill to issue licenses to undocumented immigrants

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:59:00 EDT

The Connecticut House of Representatives has passed a bill that would allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses.

Flooding reported throughout Connecticut

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:43:00 EDT

Flooding has been reported in several parts of Connecticut Thursday evening.

Silver Alert issued for missing New Haven teenager

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:37:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police are searching for a 15-year-old endangered runaway from New Haven.

WFSB looks into the link between sleep, weight

Irene O'Connor — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

Eyewitness News looks into how getting more sleep could be the way for people to lose weight.

PD: Butcher knife found under baby's pillow

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:05:00 EDT

A young mother and her boyfriend appeared in court Thursday on charges of operating a drug factory and the couple is accused of stashing a deadly weapon under a 4-month-old baby's pillow.

More graduates of beauty school step forward and speak out

Kim Lucey — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

Channel 3 Eyewitness News has been following up from student and graduates of the Marinello School of Beauty. After our story aired, dozens of people contacted WFSB wanting to speak out and spur change for future students.

Families displaced by large fire in Norwich

Rachel Rooney — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:22:00 EDT

More than a dozen people are being helped by the American Red Cross after a large fire ripped through an apartment building in the Taftville section of Norwich.

Study: No 'significantly' higher cancer at Pratt

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:59:00 EDT

Researchers examining the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut say they have found no statistically significant elevations in the rate of cancer among workers.

Man charged in West Hartford sex assault attack sentenced

Matt Campbell — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:53:00 EDT

A man who police said sexually assaulted a jogger in West Hartford nearly three years ago was sentenced Thursday.

PD: Suspect threatens employee with screwdriver during Walmart robbery

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:24:00 EDT

Three people were arrested after police said they stole $30,000 worth of cell phones from a Walmart in Naugatuck early Thursday morning.

Woman pleads guilty to polo match trespassing

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

A Toronto woman has pleaded guilty to trespassing near last week's celebrity polo match and fundraiser held by Britain's Prince Harry in Greenwich.

Reward offered for information on 2008 New Haven hit-and-run

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:02:00 EDT

A $10,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in a 2008 hit-and-run crash in New Haven that left an 11-year-old girl dead.

Crews train for bomb explosions

Jill Konopka — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:23:00 EDT

Members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Connecticut State Police taught law enforcement authorities how to analyze evidence after a bomb explosion Wednesday in Preston.

5 arrested in Conn. $4M jewelry heist, kidnapping

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

Authorities say five people have been arrested in the robbery of $4 million in jewelry from a Connecticut store in an elaborate heist that began with the kidnapping of store employees more than 40 miles away.

John Holt documents New Haven's Hillhouse HS girls B-ball team

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:32:00 EDT

Channel 3 Eyewitness News Sports Reporter John Holt spent the 2011-2012 season documenting the Hillhouse High School girls basketball team's quest for a fourth straight state championship.

Newtown picks neighbor as new Sandy Hook principal

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:53:00 EDT

The Newtown Board of Education has unanimously hired a principal from neighboring Bethel to lead the Sandy Hook Elementary School.

WFSB, American Red Cross team up to help OK

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:30:00 EDT

As crews continue sifting through rubble in the wake of the devastating tornado that leveled most of Moore, OK, Channel 3 Eyewitness News teamed up with the American Red Cross and held a fundraiser for victims Wednesday.

Milford officer running Ironman for Sandy Hook victim

Steven Yablonski — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:17:00 EDT

Milford police officer Michael Compare will participate in a half Ironman triathlon at Lake Quassy in honor of Chase Kowalski, one of the 20 children shot and killed inside Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown in December.

Woman files 70 'free' lawsuits; lawmakers propose change

Eric Parker — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:00 EDT

For two years, the Channel 3 Eyewitness News I-Team has been following a New Britain woman who has filed dozens of lawsuits.

Biden calls Malloy 'O'Malley' in commencement speech

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

Vice-President Joe Biden is known for gaffes, and he did not disappoint during his visit to Connecticut Wednesday.

Decade-long cancer study at Pratt & Whitney ends

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:53:00 EDT

A massive, 11-year study of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney is coming to an end with what could be definitive information about fatal occupational illnesses at Connecticut plants.

Rail workers injured in crash hire lawyer

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:49:00 EDT

Seven Metro-North railroad workers injured in last week's collision on the commuter line have hired a lawyer to pursue damages.

West Hartford BJ's to sell gas at $2.50 on Thursday

WFSB Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:37:00 EDT

BJ's Wholesale Club in West Hartford will sell gas at $2.50 a gallon on Thursday as Americans get ready for the Memorial Day weekend.

Cyberbullying forum to be held in Hartford

The Associated Press — Thu, 23 May 2013 05:26:00 EDT

Students, researchers, educators and government leaders are gathering at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford to discuss ways of addressing cyberbullying and bullying in schools.

Lawmakers in Hartford pass safety bill in wake of drownings

Karen Lee — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:33:00 EDT

The Connecticut House of Representatives unanimously passed the pool safety bill Wednesday.

Last of missing from Oklahoma tornado accounted for

Cecelia Hanley — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:56:00 EDT

The last of the missing from Monday's massive tornado that tore through the town of Moore, OK, have been accounted for.

1 killed in London terror attack, 2 suspects hospitalized

RNN Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers.

Swimming lessons provided for adults

Denise D'Ascenzo — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:06:00 EDT

It may be too chilly to go for a swim this weekend, but the summer swimming season is fast approaching.

Biden speaks to the Coast Guard Academy Class of 2013

Susan Raff — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:59:00 EDT

Vice President Joe Biden gave the keynote address during the 132nd commencement for the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London Wednesday morning.

Manchester crews work to cleanup vandalized graves before Memorial Day

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:27:00 EDT

Nine gravestones for veterans along with the main plaque and a flag pole were vandalized at cemetery in Manchester just days before Memorial Day.

Water main break in Middletown causes traffic jams

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:24:00 EDT

A water main break in Middletown caused major traffic problems during the evening rush hour commute Wednesday night.

Metro-North train service returns to normal after derailment

Matt McFarland — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:41:00 EDT

After dealing with disruptions from last week's train derailment and collision, commuters along Metro-North's New Haven Line are breathing a sigh of relief.

Animal remains found in Bridgeport

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:07:00 EDT

State police said animal remains were discovered on Glenwood Avenue in Bridgeport Tuesday night.

Man charged with possession of child pornography

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:07:00 EDT

A Simsbury man was arrested after he was accused of being in possession of child pornography.

PD: Man charged with voyeurism after posting video to internet

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:59:00 EDT

A Cromwell man is accused of voyeurism after police said he posted an "intimate video" was posted to the internet.

Bank robbery causes school lockdowns in Hebron

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:23:00 EDT

State police are searching for the person or people responsible for robbing a bank Wednesday afternoon, which led to officials placing a nearby school in lockdown.

Police search for statues worth thousands of dollars

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:33:00 EDT

The Madison Police Department is searching for two bronze statues that are valued at about $19,500.

Woman charged after cocaine found in son's system

WFSB Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:15:00 EDT

A Thomaston woman was arrested after police said cocaine was found in her 17-month-old son's system.

14 residents displaced by fire in Hartford

Kate Rayner — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:14:00 EDT

Hartford firefighters extinguished a two-alarm fire early Wednesday morning that left more than a dozen people displaced.

Silver Alert issued for missing Hartford teenager

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:16:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police are searching for a 15-year-old girl, who has been missing for about two weeks.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for northern Connecticut

WFSB Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:03:00 EDT

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the four northern counties until 10 p.m.

Biden addresses Coast Guard Academy graduates

The Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:56:00 EDT

Vice President Joe Biden has arrived in Connecticut to deliver the keynote address at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy's graduation ceremony.

Lawsuit filed challenging constitutionality of new gun laws

WFSB Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:51:00 EDT

Officials with the Connecticut Citizens' Defense League announced Wednesday that a lawsuit has been filed in U.S. District Court in Connecticut that will challenge the constitutionality of the new gun laws in the state.

Meriden Boy Scouts say gays welcome

WFSB Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:21:00 EDT

The Boy Scouts of America Connecticut Yankee Council president announced that scouting is open to all youth and adults regardless of their sexual orientation.

New England economy seen improving, but unevenly

The Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:32:00 EDT

A group of economists says New England is recovering from the worst recession in decades, with the strongest gains in Massachusetts and Vermont, while Rhode Island and Maine lag.

Former New Milford Officer Scott Smith found dead

The Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:31:00 EDT

The former New Milford police officer convicted of negligent homicide after a 1998 on-duty shooting has been found dead.

Event for homeless veterans being held in Hartford

WFSB Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:32:00 EDT

The chairman of the Veteran's Affairs Committee is asking people to participate in the Help-A-Hero event to benefit homeless veterans Wednesday in Hartford.

Father arrested after missing children found safe in South Windsor

Rachel Rooney — Wed, 22 May 2013 07:07:00 EDT

A Massachusetts father of two, who is accused of kidnapping his children from a foster home and sparking an Amber Alert Monday night, told a packed courtroom that he's the one who is the victim of a crime.

Woman brags about hit-and-run on Twitter, cops tweet back

Ray Downs — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

The first rule of Twitter - it's not smart to tweet about a crime.

NWS: OK tornado had winds of at least 200 mph

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:16:00 EDT

The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, cut a 20-mile stretch as wide as two miles through the Oklahoma City metro area. The medical examiner's office reported 24 people died, including nine children.

Girlfriend of Hartford Craigslist murder victim speaks out

Jill Konopka — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:10:00 EDT

The girlfriend of a 40-year-old man, who was shot and killed after trying to sell electronics off Craigslist in Hartford, speaks to Eyewitness News for the first time Tuesday.

PD: Man accused of making threatening phone calls to Sandy Hook victims

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:58:00 EDT

A New York man was arrested for making threatening phone calls to the families of the victims of the Newtown school shooting and Connecticut lawmakers.

Reward offered for information on Bridgeport hit-and-run

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:45:00 EDT

A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person that critically injured a 2-year-old during a hit-and-run crash in Bridgeport.

Lightning strikes home in Ellington

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:40:00 EDT

A house in Ellington may have been struck by lightning Tuesday night.

Severe weather slams into Connecticut

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:26:00 EDT

Tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued in Litchfield county Tuesday evening as severe weather moved into the state.

Community to discuss cyberbullying, sexual assault

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:19:00 EDT

A discussion that will cover the topics of sexual assault and cyberbullying will be held at Torrington High School Tuesday night.

Limited Metro-North, Amtrak service to begin Tues. afternoon

Robert Goulston — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:02:00 EDT

The state department of transportation announced Tuesday afternoon that limited Metro-North and Amtrak service began Tuesday afternoon between New York and New Haven.

Connecticut's favorite town contest winner is Niantic

Kate Rayner — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:31:00 EDT

After thousands of online votes, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced the winner of Connecticut's fan favorite town contest Tuesday morning

Local volunteers prepare for trip to Oklahoma

Kim Lucey — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Insurance companies and disaster relief organizations in Connecticut are mobilizing to help those picking up the pieces in Oklahoma.

Family spokesperson: Missing ECSU student found 'dismembered'

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

A family spokesperson told Eyewitness News that the body of a missing Eastern Connecticut State University student was found dismembered.

Ex-aide to former Connecticut House speaker convicted in campaign donations scheme

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:24:00 EDT

A federal court jury convicted ex-aide to former Connecticut House speaker Chris Donovan in campaign donations

ESPN cutting workforce, 'smartly managing costs'

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:46:00 EDT

ESPN says that it is cutting its workforce.

Police arrest 2 men for stealing thousands of pounds of metal

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:08:00 EDT

Two Bristol men were arrested for allegedly stealing $25,000 worth of scrap metal from a business in Southington.

AmeriCares Disaster Response team headed to Oklahoma

Matt McFarland — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:19:00 EDT

AmeriCares, based in Stamford, announced that it would be sending a disaster response team to Oklahoma City to coordinate deliveries of relief supplies and medical aid for survivors of the massive tornado that ripped through Moore, OK on Monday afternoon.

Emotional video of tornado survivor goes viral

Aaron Barker — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

An interview with the survivor of the massive tornado in Moore, OK, on Monday quickly went viral.

Enfield police investigate death of 19-month-old boy

WFSB Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:55:00 EDT

Enfield police said they were investigating the death of a 19-month-old boy that was reported Monday evening.

Tornado levels Oklahoma town

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Dozens of people have died after a second day of tornadoes twisted through Oklahoma, this time taking aim at the town of Moore, south of Oklahoma City.

Eyewitness News follows CT bomb squad

Jill Konopka — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:04:00 EDT

Connecticut's state police bomb squad is an elite unit with each member surviving a rigorous selection process only to be thrust back into the path of potential danger.

Foster mother pleads guilty to assault in spanking

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:18:00 EDT

A Connecticut foster parent faces 100 days in jail after acknowledging she spanked a 4-year-old girl with a wooden spoon.

I-95 south reopens in Groton

WFSB Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:17:00 EDT

The Connecticut Department of Transportation said Interstate 95 south has reopened in Groton.

Hartford police investigating shooting in Parkville neighborhood

Rachel Rooney — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:03:00 EDT

Hartford police are investigating an overnight shooting on Hazel Street.

Malloy to speak at tourism conference in Hartford

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:21:00 EDT

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and House Speaker Brendan Sharkey are speaking about tourism at a Hartford conference highlighting Connecticut's tourism marketing efforts.

Car crashes into Rocky Hill home

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:36:00 EDT

A car crashed into the back of a home on Cromwell Avenue in Rocky Hill Monday night.

Angie's List offers tips for getting lush, green grass this summer

Irene O'Connor — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:50:00 EDT

Eyewitness News turned to the website Angie's List to learn how to treat your lawn and make it look lush and green.

Background check backlog slows down gun permit applications

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:37:00 EDT

A sharp spike in the number of people seeking gun permits following recent changes in gun legislation has police departments inundated with applications.

Doctor describes moment of train impact, helping injured passengers

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:35:00 EDT

As investigators continue to look into what caused Friday's Metro-North derailment, seven passengers remain hospitalized, including one still in critical condition. One commuter who sprung into action shared his story with Channel 3 Eyewitness News.

Connecticut lawmakers announce mental health proposal

The Associated Press — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Lawmakers, advocates and relatives of children killed in the Newtown school shooting are unveiling a new proposal for child mental health at the state Capitol complex in Hartford.

Wallingford police warn residents of college students going door-to-door

Matt Campbell — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

Wallingford police are looking into three college-aged girls who are going door-to-door looking to make more than just a sale, they're looking for a place to stay.

State police bomb-sniffing dogs sweep CT Mass transit systems

Jill Konopka — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:02:00 EDT

Eyewitness News took an exclusive look at a specialized team that's keeping Connecticut's commuters safe.

Robbery reported at Solid Gold in West Hartford

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

The West Hartford Police Department is investigating a robbery at Solid Gold Monday afternoon.

Boyfriend of slain Eastern student held on $1M bond

Susan Raff — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:12:00 EDT

The search for a missing college student has turned into a search for justice after 30-year-old Jermaine Richards was arrested in connection with the death of Alyssiah Wiley.

State police investigate armed bank robbery in Westbrook

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:51:00 EDT

State police are asking for the public's help identifying the suspect in an armed bank robbery in Westbrook Monday afternoon.

New Haven man charged with sexually assaulting woman

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:14:00 EDT

The Hamden Police Department arrested an illegal alien, who is accused of sexually assaulting and strangling a woman last month.

Murphy to live on less than $5 a day

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

A U.S. Senator from Connecticut has pledged to live on less than $5 per day to better understand the food stamp budget.

PD: Man accused of taking psychedelic mushrooms before assault

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:41:00 EDT

A Manchester man was arrested after he allegedly took psychedelic mushrooms and hit a woman at a home in Coventry early Monday morning.

Tornadoes hit 5 states; 2 dead

RNN Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:46:00 EDT

A tornado outbreak in the Midwest caused heavy damage to homes and businesses. Two deaths has been reported in Oklahoma.

Yale graduation adds to traffic nightmare in New Haven

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

New Haven police are advising anyone driving through the city on Monday that they will encounter heavy traffic delays because of a number of factors, including the train derailment in Bridgeport Friday afternoon.

Injuries reported after vehicle slams into Norwich home

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:20:00 EDT

Police in Norwich said a vehicle slammed into a home Monday morning.

Trial of former Donovan aide heading to jury

The Associated Press — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:43:00 EDT

Defense attorneys have decided not to call any witnesses in the federal corruption trial of Robert Braddock Jr., a campaign aide to former Connecticut House Speaker Chris Donovan.

Biden to speak at Coast Guard Academy graduation

The Associated Press — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:49:00 EDT

Vice President Joe Biden is returning to Connecticut this week to speak at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy graduation in New London.

South Windsor man accused in brutal beating

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:26:00 EDT

South Windsor police arrested a man after a brutal beating.

State senator and Newtown parent to unveil child mental health proposal

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:53:00 EDT

State Sen. Dante Bartolomeo and Nelba Marquez-Greene, of Newtown, are expected to announce a comprehensive new child mental health legislative proposal Monday afternoon in Hartford.

DOT to hold public meeting on plan to double ferry fares in July

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:15:00 EDT

The public will get to weigh in on a proposal to double the fares on two Connecticut River ferries starting in July.

9 still hospitalized after Connecticut train collision

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:48:00 EDT

Five people remained in the hospital -- one in critical condition -- two days after a commuter train derailed and struck another train on one of the busiest tracks in the country, officials said Sunday.

Preston 1st selectman recovering from downed tree

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:03:00 EDT

Preston First Selectman Robert Congdon is recovering after he said he was hit by a falling tree while clearing a road.

Crash kills Conn. student day before graduation

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:43:00 EDT

A 21-year-old Fairfield University student from Massachusetts has died after a car crash a day before he was to graduate.

Police make arrest in missing ECSU student homicide

Shannon Kane — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:37:00 EDT

State police have arrested 30-year-old Jermaine Richards, of Bridgeport, in connection with the death of missing Eastern Connecticut State University student Alyssiah Wiley

Cleanup and investigation continues after train derailment

Matt Campbell — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.

West Haven Police locate missing child

Elanna Rubenstein — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:55:00 EDT

Police in West Haven locate missing 10-year-old child.

NJ boardwalk reopens after Sandy damage

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:20:00 EDT

The Jersey Shore is open for summer.

New Haven woman charged with making bomb threats

The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:21:00 EDT

A New Haven woman has been charged with making bomb threats against Connecticut courthouses.

Slow progress being made in deadly beating case

Len Besthoff — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:20:00 EDT

One year later, the person suspected in the murder of 70-year-old James Joseph Sr. of New Britain remains on the loose.

Middle schoolers getting involved with Tinder app meant for adult dating

Hena Daniels — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:35:00 EDT

It's a dating app meant for users ages 18 and older, but Eyewitness News has learned middle school and high school students are all over Tinder.

Best Buddies proms held across Connecticut

WFSB Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

May is a peak month for proms, and recently Channel 3 Eyewitness News visited with two young women who were preparing for a Best Buddies Prom.

Barkhamsted bus driver loved by students

Denise D'Ascenzo — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:15:00 EDT

Last week, Channel 3 Eyewitness News honored Sue Ridzon, of Mansfield, as one of Connecticut's most beloved bus drivers. This week the honor goes to Bill Downes, of Barkhamsted.

Construction halted on land involved in eminent domain battle

Kevin Hogan — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:01:00 EDT

An last minute setback is delaying the first new construction at Fort Trumbull in New London.

Fundraiser supports Bridgeport hit-and-run victim

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:54:00 EDT

A fundraiser will be held this weekend to help the family of a 2-year-old boy, who was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash in Bridgeport.

Security increased at Old Saybrook High School

WFSB Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

Police were on hand to greet students at Old Saybrook High School and bags were searched as they headed into class Friday morning after someone in the school made a bomb threat mentioning Friday's date.

Town takes dozens of cats out of woman's home in Bloomfield

Len Besthoff — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:34:00 EDT

An anonymous complaint to Bloomfield's animal control officers led to police finding a woman who was hoarding 40 cats in her home. The animals were seized from her residence Friday morning.

School officials warns parents after bear sighting in Bristol

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:22:00 EDT

Bristol school officials warned parents to be on the lookout after a bear was spotted near one of the city's middle schools Friday.

Human remains found in wooded area near Bridgeport/Trumbull line

Robert Goulston — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

State police said they are investigating the discovery of human remains in a wooded area near the Bridgeport/Trumbull town lines Friday morning.

Hundreds watch helplessly as fire rips through historic church

WFSB Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

An historic Willimantic church remains standing after a massive three-alarm fire ripped through St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church Thursday afternoon, however officials said they plan to rebuild it.

No Powerball Jackpot winners in Connecticut

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:08:00 EDT

There has never been a Powerball Jackpot winner, but that could change Saturday night when the tickets are drawn for the estimated $600 million prize.

Lockdown at Torrington schools lifted

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:25:00 EDT

Three elementary schools and the central office in Torrington were placed into lockdown for a brief period of time Friday afternoon after police pursued a suspect in the area.

NYers furious over photos taken through windows

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:25:00 EDT

In one photo, a woman is on all fours, presumably picking something up, her posterior pressed against a glass window. Another photo shows a couple in bathrobes, their feet touching beneath a table. And there is one of a man,...

Lockdown lifted at North Haven HS, MS

WFSB Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:22:00 EDT

Officials in North Haven said the lockdowns at both North Haven High School and Middle School have been lifted.

Police make arrest in 2011 double shooting

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:22:00 EDT

Hartford police arrested one suspect wanted in connection with a double shooting that happened after a fight between two rival gangs in October 2011.

Police search for missing Milford woman

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:08:00 EDT

The Milford Police Department is searching for a 36-year-old woman, who was last seen almost two weeks ago.

Search continues for missing Milford teenagers

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:33:00 EDT

The Milford Police Department continues to search for two teenagers, who went missing more than a week ago, and maybe headed to Oklahoma or Texas.

Canadian quake felt across parts of upstate NY

The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:55:00 EDT

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Ontario, Canada has been felt across upstate New York from Buffalo to the Vermont border.

Kids taught financial literacy in Hartford

WFSB Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:52:00 EDT

Twenty volunteers from First Niagara recently participated in Junior Achievement's JA in a Day program designed to teach students financial literacy.

Animal Planet unveils 'Roach Cam'

Marshall Stephens — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:49:00 EDT

You've seen the Eagle Cam, the Falcon Cam and the Owl Cam. But what about the Roach Cam?

NY pizza delivery man delivering more than pies

The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:59:00 EDT

Authorities say a Brooklyn man arrested on drug charges used his job at a pizzeria as a cover as he delivered more than pizza pies.

Briton convicted of fraud in stadium dirt case

The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:57:00 EDT

A British citizen living in Westport has been convicted in a fraud case that involved plans to sell dirt from the old Yankee Stadium in New York.

Father, son say they were attacked by former Marine in Vernon

Susan Raff — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:52:00 EDT

A former accused of severely beating up a college basketball player in Rhode Island over the weekend was previously arrested for a fight involving a father and son and they talked to Eyewitness News Thursday night.

Neighbor who helped New Haven home invasion victim speaks to WFSB

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:50:00 EDT

A raw eyewitness account of a home invasion has shattered the sense of security in one New Haven neighborhood.

Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York firefighters fight house fire

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:51:00 EDT

Fire departments from Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York battled a house fire in Falls Village Thursday afternoon.

State police investigate after Hartford officer shoots suspect

Jill Konopka — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

Connecticut State Police have taken over the investigation into a late night shooting in Hartford where police said an officer shot a person believed to be a suspect in a violent stabbing.

Campgrounds ready for camping season after devastating storms

Robert Goulston — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:19:00 EDT

Summer camping kicks off Friday at Hammonasset State Park in Madison. Crews have been busy during the off season trying to put it back together after Sandy and some of the winter's harsh weather hit.

California fuels $550 million Powerball jackpot

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:11:00 EDT

The numbers sum up the frenzy that has taken over the Golden State since it became the newest in the nation to join the madness over Powerball, which saw its jackpot soar Thursday to $550 million.

Injured officer anxious to return to work

Kevin Hogan — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:11:00 EDT

Five months after being shot four times by a despondent man with a gun, a veteran Norwich police officer is anxious to get back to work.

X-rated app becoming popular with teens

WFSB Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:11:00 EDT

It's one of the most X-rated apps Channel 3 Eyewitness News has ever seen, and it's something more and more young people are using to chat with strangers.

Homemade bug spray, sunscreen put to the test

Irene O'Connor — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

Summer is around the corner and that means a lot of time outside with your family. It could also mean sunburns and bug bites if you're not careful.

Plymouth residents fed up with blighted home

Matt McFarland — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:49:00 EDT

Plymouth residents have turned to Channel 3 Eyewitness News for help dealing with a property that's fallen into disrepair.

Police searched pond for missing ECSU student

Robert Goulston — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:39:00 EDT

The search for an Eastern Connecticut State University student, who has been missing for almost a month, continued in Bridgeport Thursday.

Norwich man charged in child's death appears in court

Kevin Hogan — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:12:00 EDT

A Norwich man charged in connection with a 13-month-old child's death earlier this month appeared in court and the victim's family shouted "we want the truth" during the arraignment.

PD: Woman arrested after trying to get into Prince Harry polo match

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:45:00 EDT

Police arrested a Toronto woman, who was trying to get into the charity polo match in Greenwich where Prince Harry was playing.

Substance found on airport property

Joseph Wenzel, News Editor — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:34:00 EDT

A white powdery substance was found on property owned by Bradley International Airport Thursday afternoon.

CT Fastrack construction project moving along

Dan Kain — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:55:00 EDT

Construction on the controversial busway is pretty much on schedule, according to Department of Transportation officials, and now it's possible to get a sense of what the final product is going to look like.

Connecticut lawmakers seek federal funds for Newtown

The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:49:00 EDT

Members of Connecticut's congressional delegation are attempting to secure federal funds to help Newtown build a new elementary school after last year's massacre - and they say senators owe the residents after failing to support legislation that would have expanded background checks for certain gun purchases.

Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:01:00 EDT

David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he became a global superstar who transcended the sport.

Regents board expected to tap Gray as president

The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:09:00 EDT

The Connecticut Board of Regents is expected to approve the recommendation of Gregory W. Gray as the system's new president.

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by officer

The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

A Bridgeport woman who says she was sexually assaulted by a city police officer is suing the city.

Former Coventry chief facing more charges

The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:02:00 EDT

A former chief of the Coventry Volunteer Fire Association is facing more criminal charges after the victim of an alleged sexual assault received a letter from prison.

Massive traffic delays expected on I-91, 95 this weekend

WFSB Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:22:00 EDT

The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced that construction related to traffic shifts in the area of Interstate 91 and 95 are expected to cause large traffic delays starting Friday.

Alleged drug dealer arrested with infants in car

Chris Collibee — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:56:00 EDT

Police in South Windsor have arrested a man and charged him numerous drug charges after they said he was selling crack cocaine from a parking lot while having two infant children in the car.

MADD believes proposal to lower legal limit will not work

Susan Raff — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

Mothers Against Drunk Driving said they are not against a proposal to lower the blood-alcohol limit, they just don't think it will work.

Missing kayaker returns home

WFSB Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:53:00 EDT

Manchester police said a man reported missing Saturday returned home safe Monday.

Funeral services for fallen firefighter Harper, PD officer Raetz

Steve Stout — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

Funeral services for Phoenix police officer Daryl Raetz will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd., in Peoria.

Judge rules MCSO out of immigration business for now

Steve Stout — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

A judge has ruled that Maricopa County Sheriff's Office's current immigration policy is unconstitutional.

Older brother held in deaths of 2 younger siblings

Fri, 24 May 2013 04:09:00 EDT

A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.

Do You Believe? Holy image appears behind child battling leukemia

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:33:00 EDT

Believer or not, the image behind Erin Potter, a Kirtland girl battling leukemia, is stunning.

Murder victim's father: Long road ahead for Travis Alexander's family

Adam Longo — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:39:00 EDT

Only people who have lost a close loved one can understand the pain of Travis Alexander's family.

Customers say iBeach Tan closed without notice; not providing refunds

Greg Argos — Fri, 24 May 2013 22:40:00 EDT

Two local tanning salons closed without notice, and customers say they're not getting any refunds.

Dirty Dining May 23: Worst offender in East Valley

Jason Barry — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:29:00 EDT

Every week, CBS 5 News is sent a list of restaurants that have been recently inspected by Maricopa County's Environmental Services Department.

The Young and the Restless airs Jeanne Cooper tribute episode

Breann Bierman — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:19:00 EDT

The Young and the Restless is airing a special tribute episode to the late Jeanne Cooper on Tuesday, May 28 at 11 a.m. MST.

Former Judge: Not impossible to find impartial Arias jury

Jason Barry — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:35:00 EDT

The Jodi Arias jury couldn't decide whether to sentence the convicted killer to death, or give her life in prison. Now the question is ... what happens next?

Hundreds attend visitation for fallen Phoenix police officer

Rebecca Thomas — Sat, 25 May 2013 01:54:00 EDT

Visitation was held Friday night for Officer Daryl Raetz - with a steady stream of his family, friends and colleagues - ahead of Saturday's funeral.