Parents Dread This Time Of Year Most: Here's Why Parents Dread This Time Of Year Most: Here's Why
Parents Dread This Time Of Year Most: Here's Why For many parents, the end of the school year brings more stress than any other season. A new survey of millennial parents with school-aged children found that the final stretch before summer break can leave them feeling anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed. They often have little time left for themselves. The poll, conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by Bob Evans, found that many parents feel their busiest time of year isn't the holidays, fall break, or even back-to-school season — it’s now. Among the top stressors reported: juggling work with kids’ schedules, losing control of ho…
Motel Den Drug Bust: Wanted Fairfield County Woman Arrested, Cops Say Motel Den Drug Bust: Wanted Fairfield County Woman Arrested, Cops Say
Motel Den Drug Bust: Wanted Fairfield County Woman Arrested, Cops Say A Connecticut motel room loaded with crack cocaine, fentanyl, stolen goods, and even candy, was busted Tuesday in a sweeping operation that netted three arrests, multiple weapons, and more than $22,000 in drugs, police said. Alexander Vargas was taken into custody on Tuesday, May 13, after members of the West Haven Street Crime Unit and Uniformed Patrol Division stopped his vehicle around 2 p.m., police said. Investigators had been tracking Vargas since April, after learning he was allegedly dealing crack cocaine and fentanyl out of a room at the Econo Lodge Motel in West Haven, according t…
'Evil Took Her:' Mom Killed In Home Explosion Murder-Suicide On Mother's Day In NJ Identified 'Evil Took Her:' Mom Killed In Home Explosion Murder-Suicide On Mother's Day In NJ Identified
'Evil Took Her:' Mom Killed In Home Explosion Murder-Suicide On Mother's Day In NJ Identified The woman killed in a Mother’s Day murder-suicide home explosion in South Jersey has been identified by loved ones as Michelle Whiting, a devoted mother of three remembered as “full of life” and “the rock” of her family. According to a GoFundMe launched by family friend Tammy Ventura, Whiting died unexpectedly on Mother’s Day. “It wasn’t her time to go,” Ventura wrote. “There is a criminal investigation being done… but the ending will not change.” Whiting leaves behind three children—Gavin, Dakota, and Summer. “Her kids were her world!!! Dakota & Summer are in HS, this being Dakota's gr…
DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Town Board Asks Highway Super To Step Down (UPDATE) DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Town Board Asks Highway Super To Step Down (UPDATE)
DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Town Board Asks Highway Super To Step Down (Update) Nearly two weeks after a DoorDash driver was allegedly shot by a New York town's highway superintendent, town officials are publicly responding to increasing calls for his removal and addressing the limits of their authority to act.  John J. Reilly III, 48, who serves as Highway Superintendent for the Hudson Valley town of Chester in Orange County, was arrested on Saturday, May 3, after allegedly shooting a lost DoorDash driver who had pulled into his driveway asking for directions on Valerie Drive the night before. Police say Reilly told the driver to leave, and as the driver atte…
‘Pillar Of Support’: CT Father Killed By Stray Bullet, Shooter Gets 45 Years ‘Pillar Of Support’: CT Father Killed By Stray Bullet, Shooter Gets 45 Years
‘Pillar Of Support’: CT Father Killed By Stray Bullet, Shooter Gets 45 Years A New Haven man will spend 45 years in prison after a stray bullet ended the life of a beloved father and husband in a shooting that shook the Munson Street neighborhood. Jaison Flowers, 26, was sentenced to four and a half decades behind bars for the 2020 killing of Howard “Foot” Lewis. A jury found Flowers guilty of first-degree manslaughter with a firearm. He was also convicted of illegally having a gun and violating probation from a past shooting in 2016, state prosecutors said.  Flowers fired two shots at a car during a dispute on July 14, 2020, but missed his target. One of the b…
Danbury Man Guilty Of Sexually Abusing Kids Younger Than 10 For Years: Prosecutors Danbury Man Guilty Of Sexually Abusing Kids Younger Than 10 For Years: Prosecutors
Danbury's Juan Garcia-Perales Guilty Of Child Sexual Assault A 48-year-old Danbury man was convicted of sexually assaulting two children between the ages of 6 and 9 years old, authorities said.  Juan Garcia-Perales was convicted of two counts of aggravated assault of a minor, two counts of risk of injury to a child, state prosecutors said.  Garcia-Perales' case has worked its way through the court system since his arrest in 2015.  Investigators said the abuse of the children began in February 2012 and continued for three years. Police allege he knew both of his victims, though officers did not say how to protect their identities. …
Driver Hit 124 MPH In Racing Crash That Killed 25-Year-Old On I-91: Police Driver Hit 124 MPH In Racing Crash That Killed 25-Year-Old On I-91: Police
Driver Hit 124 MPH In Racing Crash That Killed 25-Year-Old On I-91: Police A 19-year-old woman from Connecticut was street racing on Interstate 91 at nearly twice the posted speed limit, leading to a violent crash that killed a man and injured multiple others, police said. Mackenzie Simpson, of East Hartford, surrendered to authorities on Tuesday, May 13, after police issued a warrant for her arrest in connection with the death of 25-year-old D'Andre Charles in March 2024, according to Connecticut State Police. Investigators allege Simpson and Charles were racing on I-91 in Rocky Hill, each reaching speeds of 128 mph shortly before midnight on March 30, 2024, when…
NY AG Sues Capital One Over $2B+ Savings Scheme After Trump's CFPB Dropped Case NY AG Sues Capital One Over $2B+ Savings Scheme After Trump's CFPB Dropped Case
NY AG Sues Capital One Over $2B+ Savings Scheme After Trump's Cfpb Dropped Case New York's attorney general is reviving a major consumer protection case that federal regulators dropped shortly after President Donald Trump returned to office. Attorney General Letitia James announced the lawsuit against Capital One on Wednesday, May 14. The suit accuses the banking giant of misleading savings account customers and withholding millions in interest. According to the lawsuit, Capital One used "bait-and-switch" tactics by advertising its 360 Savings account as a high-interest option. The company then secretly offered far better rates to new customers through a…
CT's Candace Owens Reveals She Was Target Of NJ Man's Online Death Threats CT's Candace Owens Reveals She Was Target Of NJ Man's Online Death Threats
CT's Candace Owens Reveals She Was Target Of NJ Man's Online Death Threats Conservative commentator Candace Owens revealed this week that she was the unnamed target of a New Jersey man who threatened to kill her in a violent video and group message, prompting a federal investigation and criminal charges. Owens, who was born in White Plains, NY and raised in Stamford, CT, said she was contacted by the FBI last September following her viral debate with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, in which she criticized the late Rabbi Menachem Schneerson. But despite being told a suspect had been arrested, she says federal authorities refused to disclose any details. “We were obviously c…
This Riverfront Cottage In Weston Is CT’s Most Wishlisted Airbnb — Take A Look Inside This Riverfront Cottage In Weston Is CT’s Most Wishlisted Airbnb — Take A Look Inside
This Riverfront Cottage In Weston Is CT’s Most Wishlisted Airbnb — Take A Look Inside Airbnb has dropped its list of the most wishlisted vacation rentals in every U.S. state, and with summer travel around the corner, these dreamy properties are inspiring both last-minute getaways and nearby weekend escapes. The release comes as Airbnb reports a surge in spontaneous trips, with bookings made less than a week before check-in becoming the platform’s fastest-growing travel trend over the past three years. “Trips booked less than a week before travel has been the fastest growing segment over the last three years,” the company said in its announcement. “Searches for trips within …
CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend
CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend Two Connecticut high school students have been arrested and charged after police said they triggered an evacuation last week by causing their school-issued laptops to produce toxic smoke as part of a viral social media trend, according to reports. Southington High School was evacuated on Wednesday, May 7, after two teens reportedly inserted metal objects into the laptops’ ports, causing the electrical components inside to spark and catch fire, Southington police said. The dangerous trend is known as the "Chromebook Challenge." Multiple schools in Connecticut have been evacuated or disrupted…
Burberry Laying Off 1,700 Workers As High-End Fashion Designer's Sales Plunge Burberry Laying Off 1,700 Workers As High-End Fashion Designer's Sales Plunge
Burberry Laying Off 1,700 Workers As High-End Fashion Designer's Sales Plunge Burberry is cutting more than 1,500 jobs worldwide after the British luxury fashion brand saw a steep drop in profits. The company will lay off about 1,700 workers by 2027, Burberry said in an earnings report on Wednesday, May 14. The job cuts are part of a broader restructuring plan, aiming to save 100 million British pounds. The cuts will come from operational expenses, including procurement, real estate, and staffing. Burberry said the changes are "subject to consultation where applicable." The layoffs follow a difficult year for Burberry, which reported a 94% drop in adjusted oper…
House Of Horrors: NJ Couple Kept Girl Chained In Bathroom, Dog Crate For Years, Officials Say House Of Horrors: NJ Couple Kept Girl Chained In Bathroom, Dog Crate For Years, Officials Say
House Of Horrors: NJ Couple Kept Girl Chained In Bathroom, Dog Crate For Years, Officials Say A South Jersey couple was arrested and charged on Saturday, May 10, after they held a child captive for years before her escape, authorities said. Law enforcement began investigating in Gloucester Township after an 18-year-old girl said she had been held captive for years and was the victim of sexual abuse, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Gloucester Township Police Chief David Harkins said. Brenda Spencer, 38, and Branndon Mosley, 41, had been abusing the girl since 2018, authorities said. She was removed from school while in 6th grade and confined to her home, authori…
HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name
HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name The digital home of hit shows like "White Lotus," "The Pitt," and "The Rehearsal" is going back to its old name. The streaming platform Max will be called "HBO Max" once again, Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Wednesday, May 14. The change is expected to happen in the summer, although an exact date remains unclear. The return to the HBO Max branding comes as the app tries to focus on high-quality programming, separating it from competitors with larger libraries. "The powerful growth we have seen in our global streaming service is built around the quality of our programming," s…
CT High School Student Brings Gun On Bus; Quick-Thinking Classmate Helps Avert Potential Crisis CT High School Student Brings Gun On Bus; Quick-Thinking Classmate Helps Avert Potential Crisis
CT High School Student Brings Gun On Bus; Quick-Thinking Classmate Helps Avert Potential Crisis A 15-year-old student brought an unloaded handgun onto a school bus headed for Wilby High School Wednesday morning, sparking a swift police response and brief lockdown that ended without injury, Waterbury police said.  The situation unfolded when another student, alarmed by what they saw, reported the gun to school staff as soon as they arrived at the Bucks Hill Road school. That tip immediately triggered emergency protocols and a lockdown, while Waterbury Police officers worked quickly to track down the student involved, authorities said.  The teen was taken into custody, and pol…
Northwell Health's Longtime CEO Resigns As Company Expands Into CT With Nuvance Merger Northwell Health's Longtime CEO Resigns As Company Expands Into CT With Nuvance Merger
Northwell Health's Longtime CEO Resigns As Company Expands Into CT With Nuvance Merger New York's largest health care system is getting new leadership just as it completes a major merger. Michael Dowling will resign as president and CEO of Northwell Health, the company announced on Wednesday, May 14. Executive vice president Dr. John D'Angelo will be promoted to Dowling's position. After more than 23 years, Dowling will move into a new advisory role as CEO emeritus. Under his leadership, Northwell grew into one of the top 10 largest health systems in the country, now serving more than 13 million patients in the tri-state area. Dowling helped expand research and education pro…
Nationwide Recall Issued For These Packaged Food Products Nationwide Recall Issued For These Packaged Food Products
Nationwide Recall Issued For These Packaged Food Products A nationwide recall has been issued for a variety of packaged food items due to the presence of undeclared allergens, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The products were sold through a national distributor and may still be in consumer pantries, prompting an urgent alert for those with dietary sensitivities. The company behind the recall, based in Texas, flagged a labeling issue discovered during a routine internal audit. The packaging error affected products distributed between Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 and Friday, May 10, 2025. Consumers with allergies or sensitivities to…
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break Decades-Old Record Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break Decades-Old Record
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break Decades-Old Record More Americans are planning trips for Memorial Day weekend, with a new forecast suggesting this year could set a new benchmark for holiday travel. AAA projects more than 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the five-day holiday stretch, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend for domestic travel since 2005. That year, 44 million people took trips. This year’s forecast includes an estimated 39.4 million people expected to hit the road. Driving remains the preferred travel method for Memorial Day, with roughly 87 percent choosing to travel by car.  Lower-t…
CBS Unveils Fall Schedule, ‘NCIS’ Tuesdays, ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff CBS Unveils Fall Schedule, ‘NCIS’ Tuesdays, ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff
CBS Unveils Fall Schedule, ‘NCIS’ Tuesdays, ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff CBS’ 2025-2026 fall schedule is going heavy on the franchises. Tuesday will be devoted to its three “NCIS” shows, the original, “NCIS: Origins” and “NCIS: Sydney,” while Friday will see “Fire Country,” its spinoff “Sheriff’s Country” and the new “Blue Bloods” spinoff, “Boston Blue,” starring Donnie Wahlberg. CBS raised eyebrows earlier when it canceled its two FBI spinoffs “FBI: International and “FBI: Most Wanted” and the Queen Latifah drama, “The Equalizer.” The fall schedule is: Sunday 7 pm 60 Minutes 8 pm Tracker 9 pm The Road Monday 8 pm The Neighborhood 8:30 pm DMV 9 pm FB…
ABC Unveils Fall Schedule, New 9-1-1 Spinoff To Premiere ABC Unveils Fall Schedule, New 9-1-1 Spinoff To Premiere
ABC Unveils Fall Schedule, New 9-1-1 Spinoff To Premiere ABC has unveiled its fall lineup for 2025-2026, featuring a new “9-1-1” spinoff. “9-1-1: Nashville,” a spinoff of “9-1-1,” starring Chris O’Donnell will be premiering in the fall on Thursdays, airing after “9-1-1.” “9-1-1’s” other spinoff “9-1-1: Lone Star” was canceled last season. “Shark Tank” will be leaving its longtime Friday perch and move to Wednesdays at 10 p.m. with “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” airing Fridays at 8 p.m. “The Rookie” and “Will Trent” will once again be held until midseason. ABC will also be airing new cycles of “The Bachelor,” “The Golden Bachelor” and “Dancing With…
United Airlines Adding Luxury Suites To International Flights: See What's Inside United Airlines Adding Luxury Suites To International Flights: See What's Inside
United Airlines Adding Luxury Suites To International Flights: See What's Inside International travelers can soon fly on United Airlines in luxury suites with caviar, champagne, and much larger screens. United unveiled its Polaris Studio suites in a news release on Tuesday, May 13. The premium seating will be on the airline's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. Flyers can soon relax in lie-flat seats with privacy doors, hoodie-pajamas, and Ossetra caviar served as hors d'oeuvres. The luxury service will begin in 2026, starting with flights from San Francisco International Airport to London and Singapore. The suites will be in the first row of eac…
35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole 35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole
35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole Lyle and Erik Menendez have been resentenced for the 1989 murders of their parents, clearing a major hurdle that brings them one step closer to potential freedom in a case that has captivated worldwide attention for decades. A Los Angeles judge ruled that the brothers, who were serving life sentences without the possibility of parole, will now serve 50 years to life, making them eligible to appear before the California Parole Board. "The Menendez brothers have done remarkable work," their attorney, Mark Geragos, told reporters after the hearing, citing their support of fellow inmates at the…
Eye Drops May Be Contaminated, Sparking Recall Of 1.8M+ Bottles Eye Drops May Be Contaminated, Sparking Recall Of 1.8M+ Bottles
Eye Drops May Be Contaminated, Sparking Recall Of 1.8M+ Bottles More than 1.8 million eye drop bottles distributed nationwide are being recalled because the products may not be sterile. AvKARE issued the voluntary recall for 1,819,080 cartons of eye drops in 75,795 cases. The Tennessee company said an audit by the Food and Drug Administration found manufacturing violations at BRS Analytical Services, the firm responsible for producing the eye care products. The drops were sold under AvKARE's label and shipped between Friday, May 26, 2023, and Monday, April 21, 2025. The FDA classified this as a "Class II" recall, which mean…
Tropical Storm Could Form Before Hurricane Season Even Starts Tropical Storm Could Form Before Hurricane Season Even Starts
Tropical Storm Could Form Before Hurricane Season Even Starts The year's first tropical storm could form before the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins Sunday, June 1. In mid-May, a slowly rotating, expansive area of atmospheric disturbance may develop near Central America, affecting parts of the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, according to AccuWeather. Known as the Central American Gyre, the system can occasionally set the stage for a tropical depression or storm to form. "We're starting to get into that season where we need to kind of keep an eye out (in the Caribbean)," said AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva. …
Owners Of Popular NJ Restaurant Leave America For Australia: 'Huge Loss For Dining Scene' Owners Of Popular NJ Restaurant Leave America For Australia: 'Huge Loss For Dining Scene'
Owners Of Popular NJ Restaurant Leave America For Australia: 'Huge Loss For Dining Scene' After nine years of redefining modern dining in New Jersey, the owners of one Essex County restaurant are heading home to Australia and closing the restaurant. In an emotional announcement on Instagram, the owners of Common Lot in Millburn, Ehren and Nadine Ryan, said their final service was held on Friday, May 9. The couple, who built a family, a home, and a nationally recognized restaurant in the U.S., said the time had come to return to their roots. “We had always believed we would stay in the US indefinitely given we have built businesses, had a family and rescued a dog here,” they wrot…
Hollywood East: Netflix Breaks Ground On $1B Studio In New Jersey Hollywood East: Netflix Breaks Ground On $1B Studio In New Jersey
Hollywood East: Netflix Breaks Ground On $1B Studio In New Jersey Netflix officially broke ground Tuesday on a $1 billion production studio in Fort Monmouth, launching what state officials say will become a premier East Coast hub for film and TV. The massive 292-acre site, once home to a U.S. Army base, will be transformed into 12 state-of-the-art soundstages spanning nearly 500,000 square feet, plus support buildings and community-focused spaces, according to the Office of Governor Phil Murphy. “Netflix is proud to invest in American innovation and the creative community,” said Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix. “We estimate that these studios will create …
Holy Curveball: Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope Leo XIV After Curious Question Holy Curveball: Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope Leo XIV After Curious Question
Holy Curveball: Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope Leo XIV After Curious Question A Baltimore Orioles fan from Colorado was gifted a precious signed baseball by the new American pope—but not before being subjected to a slightly awkward question. Pope Leo XIV, a known baseball fan who was at a World Series game in 2005 sporting White Sox gear, offered up a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an avid collector, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Well, would you look at that... Congratulations to Chicago's own Pope Leo XIV pic.twitter.com/U5DJ7TOyDr — Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) May 8, 2025 Jason Perash, who visited the Vatican this week with the intention of ge…
CT Man Convicted Of Beating, Raping Women, Fueling Addiction In Sex Trafficking Case: Feds CT Man Convicted Of Beating, Raping Women, Fueling Addiction In Sex Trafficking Case: Feds
CT Man Convicted Of Beating, Raping Women, Fueling Addiction In Sex Trafficking Case: Feds A Bristol man known as “Saint” has been convicted by a federal jury of sex trafficking and related crimes after a trial revealed years of violent abuse against multiple women, federal authorities said.  David Marshall, 40, was found guilty of forcing women into prostitution, using beatings, rape, addiction, and threats to control them, the US Attorney for Connecticut said. One of his victims testified that between January and April 2022, Marshall made her perform sex acts for his financial gain. If she didn’t obey, he raped her, beat her, and warned he would hurt her family. Federal pr…
Already Jailed Man Accused Of String Of CT Knife-Point Robberies Already Jailed Man Accused Of String Of CT Knife-Point Robberies
Already Jailed Man Accused Of String Of CT Knife-Point Robberies A man already in jail for another crime is now facing new charges after police say he robbed three Meriden businesses at knifepoint and stole a car in a string of incidents that shook the city late last year. Anthony Pagano, 24, is accused of robbing a Family Dollar, Colony Gas Mart, and Village Liquor Mart in December 2024 at knifepoint, police said.  Not long after those robberies, Logan Steel was burglarized, and the robber stole a vehicle from the Meriden business. Investigators say the stolen vehicle matched the one seen in connection with the robberies. Pagano was already b…
Olympic Gold Medalist Kyle Snyder Arrested In Prostitution Sting: Police Olympic Gold Medalist Kyle Snyder Arrested In Prostitution Sting: Police
Olympic Gold Medalist Kyle Snyder Arrested In Prostitution Sting: Police Kyle Snyder, the youngest American to win Olympic gold in wrestling, was arrested in a prostitution sting in Columbus, Ohio, police announced on Monday, May 13. The 28-year-old was caught during an undercover operation by the Columbus Division of Police’s Police and Community Together (PACT) unit, aimed at curbing prostitution on the city’s north side, according to Sgt. Joe Albert. Snyder contacted an undercover ad around 8:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, and arranged a meetup at a nearby hotel, Albert said. Officers say Snyder arrived roughly 20 minutes later, paid cash, and solicited a sexual…
CT Officer Under Investigation For 'Unprofessional' Behavior Following Chase: Police CT Officer Under Investigation For 'Unprofessional' Behavior Following Chase: Police
CT Officer Under Investigation For 'Unprofessional' Behavior Following Chase: Police A Waterbury police officer is under investigation and has been pulled from patrol duty after a traffic stop escalated into a pursuit, and a review showed the officer acted inappropriately, authorities said Tuesday, May 13.  The alleged incident happened Friday, May 2, shortly after 9 p.m., near West Main and Willow streets, when a patrol officer tried to stop a vehicle for making an illegal turn, according to Waterbury police. Instead of pulling over, the driver sped away, ignoring the officer’s commands. That’s when the situation intensified. The officer’s behavior during interactions…