Alex Jones takes the stand in trial over his Sandy Hook hoax lies
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones is trying to limit damages he must pay for promoting the lie that the 2012 Sandy Hook school massacre was a hoax.
Alex Jones' 2nd Sandy Hook defamation trial set to begin in Connecticut
After losing one nearly $50 million verdict in Texas, Alex Jones is going on trial again in Connecticut for calling the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting a hoax.
Sandy Hook families agree to $73M settlement with gun maker Remington
Sandy Hook families of nine victims have agreed to a $73 million settlement of a lawsuit against the maker of the rifle used to kill 20 first-graders and six educators in 2012.
Detectives suspended over handling of 2 Black women's deaths
Two police detectives have been suspended after concerns of racial insensitivity and misconduct were raised by families of two Black women who were found dead in their homes in Connecticut's largest city.
Merrill Lynch advisor fired after tirade against smoothie shop workers caught on video
A Merrill Lynch advisor was fired after a confrontation with employees at a Connecticut smoothie shop over the weekend.
Teddy Balkind, 10th-grade hockey player, dies from cut on neck by skate
Police and school officials say Teddy Balkind fell to the ice during Thursday's game and the other player was unable to stop, resulting in a collision.
High school coach suspended after team blows out opponent 92-4
Sacred Heart Academy issued a statement apologizing for Monday’s blowout, saying the game didn't reflect the school’s values.
'We owe them action': Biden marks 9 years since Sandy Hook shooting, calls for tougher gun laws
President Joe Biden remembered the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in 2012 and is calling for more action on gun violence.
Alex Jones found liable for damages in Sandy Hook defamation lawsuits
A Connecticut judge found Alex Jones liable for damages in lawsuits brought by parents of children killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
Henri lingers over US Northeast, bringing more rain and flood risk
Tropical Depression Henri was lingering over the U.S. Northeast on Monday, bringing more rain and the threat of flooding to some areas.
Henri leaves thousands without power in Connecticut, New Jersey
Tropical Storm Henri is leaving widespread power outages across the Northeast, including the New York City area.
Connecticut becomes 19th state to legalize recreational marijuana
Connecticut became the 19th state in the U.S. Tuesday to legalize recreational marijuana, which still remains an illegal drug under federal law.
Connecticut to give $3,200 bond to every child born into poverty
Children who are born into low-income families will be given a trust fund which will deposit $3,200 into a savings account until the child turns 18.
Suspect arrested in killing of Yale grad student
A fugitive wanted in the killing of a Yale graduate student in Connecticut in February was arrested Friday in Alabama, U.S. marshals said.
Connecticut lifting almost all COVID-19 capacity limits on businesses
Beginning March 19, restaurants, retail, gyms, libraries, museums, offices and houses of worship will be able to open at full capacity, though masks will still be required.
Connecticut man charged with attack on DC cop who was crushed in doorway during Capitol riot
A Connecticut man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting a D.C. police officer during a riot in the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
8th anniversary of Sandy Hook school massacre
Monday marks eight years since the massacre at Sandy Hook elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut.
Connecticut mall Santa arrested after exposing himself to juvenile: police
A mall Santa in Connecticut was arrested Monday after he allegedly exposed himself to a juvenile co-worker, authorities said, according to reports.
Country's oldest newspaper, Hartford Courant, closes newsroom amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Hartford Courant plans to close the newsroom and offices it has been operating out of since the mid-1940s by the end of the year.
2 dead, 1 missing in Connecticut veterans hospital explosion
An apparent steam explosion killed two people Friday, and a third person is missing, officials said.