Connecticut pup abandoned, tied to fence during nor'easter downpours

Trooper the Bull Terrier was left abandoned and chained to a fence on the side of a highway as Hurricane Milton wreaked havoc in Florida one year ago. Today, Trooper has a new, loving home and joined FOX Weather alongside his owner Frank Spina to...

Connecticut Supports The Future

(Photo: courtesy of AdvanceCT) Connecticut has long been a haven for original ideas and fresh thinking, and this drive toward the future has made the state home to acclaimed scientists, inventors, and creators, producing the first functional...

How Connecticut Ranks In The Ongoing Government Shutdown Saga

We are two weeks into the latest shutdown of the US Government, have you noticed anything different in Connecticut yet? Government shutdowns are not common, the United States of America's 'management team' has taken a knee on the sidelines eleven...

Girls swimming: Meyer (Stonington) wins 200 free, Fitch co-op edges East Lyme for first place in ECC

EAST LYME, Conn. — Kaitlyn Kumpf won the 100 backstroke (1:06.69) and Fitch/Stonington/New London/Wheeler edged East Lyme, 93-90, in a match-up between the top two teams in the Eastern Connecticut Conference. The first meeting between the two...

This Lincoln pizzeria serves Nebraska's best slice, Food Network says

A restaurant that serves thin-crust pizza by the slice in Lincoln was recently featured on Food Network's list of the best pizza slices in all 50 states. Yia Yia's Pizza and Beer, which first opened its doors in 1993 and now has two locations in...

The Best Spa Destinations in the USA

Curated by Pursuitist editors — the authority in luxury, style, and purposeful travel. Pursuitist’s Guide to America’s Finest Spa Sanctuaries In an age where wellness has become the new wealth, Pursuitist’s editors have curated an exclusive guide...

The Latest: Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from firing workers during shutdown

President Donald Trump’s administration for now must stop firing workers during the government shutdown, a federal judge in San Francisco ordered on Wednesday. U.S. District Judge Susan Illston issued the emergency order after federal agencies on...

Penn State women’s soccer set for final road games against Purdue, Indiana

Penn State heads on its final road trip of the regular season this week to face off against Purdue and Indiana. The Nittany Lions are coming off a tough two-game homestand, falling 1-0 to Washington and narrowly pulling off a 2-2 draw against...

Democrats Face Ugliest Primary Revolt in Decades, as Activists Look To Throw Their Party’s Social Security Recipients Overboard

Though he may want it to be bolstering foreign alliances or his green energy investments, it is possible that President Biden’s most impactful legacy will be waking Democratic voters up to the crisis of gerontocracy in their party. In both the...

State police charge Connecticut woman with murder of her infant son

State police have charged a 27-year-old Washington Depot woman with the murder of her infant son. Sadie Fleming has been charged with murder and risk of injury to a victim. In June, police issued a Silver Alert for 27-year-old Sadie Fleming and...

Connecticut DCF launches review after remains of 12-year-old found in New Britain

Connecticut’s child welfare agency is reviewing its involvement with the family of a 12-year-old girl whose remains were found in New Britain last week. Interim Department of Children and Families (DCF) Commissioner Susan Hamilton said in a...

Man acquitted of murder of student at house party in Connecticut makes brief court appearance

A Milford man who was acquitted of murder in connection with the death of a 17-year-old Fairfield Prep student in 2022 was back in court for a brief appearance on Wednesday to face lesser charges and the judge granted him more time to find a new...

Main Street Connecticut: Showcasing Darien Johnny’s Records Day

News 12's Greg Thompson previews Darien's Johnny’s Records Day this Saturday from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Johnny’s Records. This will be celebration featuring live performances from eight bands, and the state's best Elvis impersonator. Since 1975,...

Society of Creative Arts of Newtown Presents Bivenne Staiger Demonstrating Watercolor

NEWTOWN — The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown (SCAN) will present Bivenne Staiger demonstrating watercolor on Wednesday October 22 at 1:30 p.m. at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main St., in Newtown (at The Flagpole). The demonstration is open...

First Congregational Church Coffeehouse Fundraiser October 18

WOODBURY — The First Congregational Church of Woodbury announces an Acoustic Coffeehouse fundraiser for the Judson Family farm showcasing their Song Circle musicians on Saturday, October 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at 214 Main St. South in...

These are New York's 'Top 10 Best Colleges' for 2026: Study

New York Universities. (via Getty Images) NEW YORK - With the Nov. 1 early-decision deadline approaching for prospective students, and the cost of college climbing, WalletHub has released its 2026 Best Colleges & Universities Rankings. Multiple...

Newtown Historical Society presents 'Connecticut Industries' Vital Role in WWII Pacific Theater Victory'

NEWTOWN – On Sunday, October 18 at the Newtown Senior Center at 2 p.m., local historian Sharon Cohen will explain how America’s industry was crucial to the WWII victory. Our companies developed incredible technology – from springs and ball...

This Timeless 2000s CW Show Has the Best TV Soundtrack of All Time

Guys, it's officially Gilmore Girls Season. It's fall, and I'm falling for those ladies all over again. Rory (Alexis Bledel), Lorelai (Lauren Graham), and, yes, Emily (Kelly Bishop) are the coolest girls in Connecticut, and they know what they...

This chocolate maker was called the best CT candy store. Here's why.

You don't have to win a golden ticket to visit this chocolate factory. A Waterbury chocolaterie was just named the best and most iconic candy store in Connecticut by food website Tasting Table. "We've taken a close look at both national and...

Coventry girls soccer falls to Canton, RHAM boys soccer defeats E.O. Smith

Following suffering a 3-1 loss to Stafford on Thursday, the Coventry Patriots returned to the field on Tuesday, hosting the Canton Warriors in a Northern Central Connecticut Conference battle. Looking to avenge their 5-0 loss to Canton on Sept....