Peruvian resident in Connecticut charged with federal immigration fraud offenses
A Peruvian national residing in Darien, Connecticut, has been charged with several immigration fraud offenses.
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CTDOT plans roundabout for Route 190/83 intersection in Somers
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced plans to improve the intersection of Route 190 and Route 83 in Somers.
Waterbury man pleads guilty to firearm charge tied to drug trafficking
A Waterbury resident, Malik Wright, 22, pleaded guilty in New Haven federal court to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
Connecticut lab settles false claims case with $1.2 million payment
GENCO LAB, LLC, a reference laboratory based in Branford, Connecticut, along with its owners and officers Paul Conroy, Tricia Conroy, and Charles Orefice, has agreed to pay over $1.2 million…
FOIA request sent to University of Connecticut regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025
FOIA Request to University of Connecticut regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
Surveying operations scheduled for I-91 in Wallingford ahead of bridge improvements
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced that surveying operations will take place on Interstate 91 in Wallingford from Wednesday, August 20, 2025, through Friday, August 22, 2025.
VA Purchase Loans in Connecticut average $408,554 for Q1
The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Connecticut in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $408,554, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Connecticut declines from Q4 FY2024 to Q1 FY2025
The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Connecticut during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $372,301, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs…
Connecticut DOT plans pavement preservation on Route 6 for four towns in 2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is preparing plans for a pavement preservation project scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
Connecticut DOT plans Route 201 pavement preservation in North Stonington for 2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is preparing plans for a pavement preservation project on Route 201 in North Stonington, scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
Bloomfield man pleads guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearm charges
A Bloomfield resident, Brandon C. Tyson, 29, pleaded guilty in Hartford federal court to charges related to drug distribution and illegal firearm possession, according to an announcement by David X.…
Connecticut DOT schedules Route 156 pavement preservation for East Haddam, Lyme, Old Lyme
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced plans for a pavement preservation project scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
Connecticut DOT announces multi-town pavement preservation plan for 2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced plans for a pavement preservation project scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
Connecticut DOT announces I-84 pavement preservation project for Tolland and Vernon
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced plans for a pavement preservation project on Interstate 84 in Tolland and Vernon, scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
Connecticut DOT plans public meeting on Route 67 bridge replacement
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will hold an in-person public information meeting about the replacement of Bridge No. 02437 on Route 67 over South Branch Bullet Hill Brook in…
Connecticut DOT plans traffic signal upgrades across Northwestern Connecticut
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is preparing to upgrade traffic control signal equipment at 11 locations in Northwestern Connecticut.
Connecticut DOT plans virtual meeting on Tolland bridge replacements
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is set to hold a virtual public information meeting on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. The focus will be the replacement of…
Connecticut DOT finalizes rail fare hikes to maintain current train schedules
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has finalized proposed rail fare increases that will take effect starting September 1, 2025.
Stamford nurse sentenced for tampering with pain medication vials
A nurse from Pelham, New York, has been sentenced to five months in prison for tampering with vials of hydromorphone and fentanyl at a Stamford surgical clinic.
VA provides 733 home loans in Connecticut totaling $285.1 million in Q1
The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) issued 733 home loans totaling $285.1 million in Connecticut during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans’ Affairs…
Connecticut DOT releases second annual customer experience action plan progress report
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has released its second annual Customer Experience (CX) Action Plan Progress Report.
Connecticut DOT prepares for major road preservation work across multiple towns
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is preparing plans for a pavement preservation project scheduled for the 2026 construction season.
New Haven man sentenced to over six years for role in fentanyl trafficking
A New Haven man has been sentenced to 78 months in federal prison for his involvement in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy.
VA provides 352 home purchase loans in Connecticut in Q1
There were 352 VA home purchase loans issued in Connecticut in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, totaling $143.8 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs…
CTDOT plans traffic signal upgrades in Greater Hartford Area
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is in the process of planning upgrades to traffic control signals at 21 locations across Enfield, Hartford, Middletown, and South Windsor.