Karen Tensa

Managing Editor, Connecticut

ktensa@dailyvoice.com

Karen has lived and worked in Connecticut for more than two decades. Her professional experience includes more than a decade of work as the news editor at The Advocate in Stamford and reporting and editing stints on the staff of The Hartford Courant, among others. She is dedicated to writing local news, enjoying winter sports and reading nonfiction books. 

Karen was formerly a managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Q Poll: Americans Have Mixed Views For 2018 On World Peace, Strong Economy Q Poll: Americans Have Mixed Views For 2018 On World Peace, Strong Economy
Q Poll: Americans Have Mixed Views For 2018 On World Peace, Strong Economy The world will be a less peaceful place in 2018, but the economy may be a lot stronger, American voters said in the Quinnipiac University national poll released this week. The world will be a less peaceful place in 2018, American voters say overwhelmingly — 73 percent to 18 percent — according to the poll. One bright spot is the Middle East, as voters say 48 percent to 41 percent that a way can be found for Israelis and Palestinians to coexist peacefully, the Quinnipiac University Poll found.  Women are hopeful 51 percent to 37 percent. Men are divided as 45 percent say a way to coexistenc…
Home For The Holidays? Dogs, Cats Ready For Adoption In Bridgeport Home For The Holidays? Dogs, Cats Ready For Adoption In Bridgeport
Home For The Holidays? Dogs, Cats Ready For Adoption In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — For the holidays, Bridgeport Animal Control is shining a light on its dogs and cats that are patiently waiting for their forever homes.  There are four easy steps necessary to adopt one of these furry friends. There are currently 38 dogs and two cats in need of a home at the animal shelter.  "With the gift giving season underway, now is the perfect time to apply for animal adoption and change the life of a pet in need right here in Bridgeport," the city said in a statement. Here are the steps to adopting a pet at the Bridgeport Animal Control: Drop by and me…
Two Norwalk Officers Celebrate Graduation From POST Academy Two Norwalk Officers Celebrate Graduation From POST Academy
Two Norwalk Officers Celebrate Graduation From Post Academy NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk Police Department's newest officers — Ralph DeVito and Stephanie Howard — graduated this week from the Police Officer Standards and Training Academy.  Both new officers will now begin the field training program in Norwalk. The officers joined the Norwalk department in July. 
House Approves Rep. Esty's Bill Pushed By STEM Organization In Newtown House Approves Rep. Esty's Bill Pushed By STEM Organization In Newtown
House Approves Rep. Esty's Bill Pushed By STEM Organization In Newtown NEWTOWN, Conn. — A bill authored by U.S. Rep. Elizabeth Esty (D-5th District) to promote careers for young women and girls in the aerospace industry has passed the House in a nearly unanimous vote. The Women in Aerospace Education Act aims to enhance K-12 education initiatives in the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The bill passed the House this week by a vote of 409-17. “This bill rolls out a ‘welcome mat’ to women in aerospace,” said Kelley T. Johnson, founder and president of Doors to Explore Inc. in Newtown. "It’s important that young women have e…
Search Suspended For Missing Police Dog In Danbury, Will Resume In Morning Search Suspended For Missing Police Dog In Danbury, Will Resume In Morning
Search Suspended For Missing Police Dog In Danbury, Will Resume In Morning DANBURY, Conn. — The search for missing State Police K9 Texas, a bloodhound that went missing while working in Danbury, was suspended late Thursday.  "The search for K9 Texas has been suspended for the night and will resume [Friday] morning," Connecticut State Police said. "Thank you to everyone who came out today to help troopers search." The search for Texas went on all day Thursday after Texas went missing. The bloodhound, a trained Connecticut State Police dog, had pulled away from his handler while they were looking for a missing man in the woods in Danbury on Wedne…
Man, 25, Faces Charges In Overdose Of Danbury Woman In Gas Station Restroom Man, 25, Faces Charges In Overdose Of Danbury Woman In Gas Station Restroom
Man, 25, Faces Charges In Overdose Of Danbury Woman In Gas Station Restroom DANBURY, Conn. — A Waterbury man is facing federal charges linked to three drug overdoses — two of them fatal — after his arrest Thursday, prosecutors said.  Andre Reed, 25, appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Sarah A. L. Merriam in New Haven and was ordered detained. The complaint charged Reed with possession with intent to distribute and distribution of heroin, and conspiracy to distribute heroin. Both offenses carry a maximum prison term of 20 years behind bars. According to court documents and statements made in court,  at 11:39 p.m. March 1, 2016, Danbury Police responded to a servi…
Danbury Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Charge Tied To Woman's Fatal Overdose Danbury Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Charge Tied To Woman's Fatal Overdose
Danbury Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Charge Tied To Woman's Fatal Overdose DANBURY, Conn. — A 31-year-old Danbury man pleaded guilty Thursday to a heroin charge in connection with the fatal overdose in spring of a local woman, prosecutors said.  Jose Gregory Charon, also known as “Yoshi,” waived his right to be indicted as he pleaded guilty in Hartford federal court to one count of distribution of heroin. On April 9, Danbury police officers responded to Danbury residence on a report of an untimely death of a woman, according to court documents and statements made in court. At the scene, investigators collected three cellphones, a bottle of methadone and an empty …
Connecticut Lost 3,500 Jobs In November; Unemployment Rate Hits 4.6% Connecticut Lost 3,500 Jobs In November; Unemployment Rate Hits 4.6%
Connecticut Lost 3,500 Jobs In November; Unemployment Rate Hits 4.6% The latest jobs report from the state shows that Connecticut lost 3,500 jobs in November, following a loss of 6,200 job in October.  Over the year, Connecticut has 700 job positions, according to a report released Thursday by the Connecticut Department of Labor.  The state’s unemployment rate increase one-tenth of a point to 4.6 percent in November as the number of unemployed residents jumped by 1,400, the report said. “Job growth in 2017 has slowed significantly since peaking in the second quarter,” said Andy Condon, director of the Office of Research at the Department of Labor. “However,…
Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale
Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale NEW CANAAN, Conn. — Joe Scarborough, better known as "Morning Joe" on MSNBC, has put his house in New Canaan up for sale. The  7,500-square-foot home located on 2.6 acres at 370 Wahackme Road — about a mile from town — is listed for $3.69 million. The house, built in 1930, has five bedrooms and five full bathrooms and two half-baths.  "Thoughtful expansion and renovation allow for modern living while retaining the feel of a classic Connecticut home. Beautifully proportioned rooms make for gracious entertaining while extensive terraces invite you to the heated pool and cabana…
Monroe Firefighters Extricate Occupant From Car After Crash Monroe Firefighters Extricate Occupant From Car After Crash
Monroe Firefighters Extricate Occupant From Car After Crash MONROE, Conn. — Firefighters from the Stepney Fire Department and the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department worked together Tuesday evening at the scene of a two-car crash on Judd Road. The occupant of one vehicle had to be extricated by firefighters from the wreckage, according to a Facebook post form the Stepney Fire Department.  No further information was available on the two-car crash.
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