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Major FDA Food Policy Shift Could Change Ingredient Oversight Major FDA Food Policy Shift Could Change Ingredient Oversight
Major FDA Food Policy Shift Could Change Ingredient Oversight Major changes could be coming to the way the federal government oversees what's in Americans' food. The US Department of Health and Human Services announced two proposed policy changes on Monday, Aug. 10, aimed at tightening oversight of food ingredients and establishing a federal standard for ultra-processed foods. The FDA proposed requiring food manufacturers to notify the agency when they determine that a substance added to human or animal food is Generally Recognized as Safe, or GRAS. This would replace a system that has allowed manufacturers to make some GRAS determinations without no…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Throughout Northeast: Here's When Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Throughout Northeast: Here's When
Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Throughout Northeast: Here's When A highly anticipated celestial event is just days away, bringing a dramatic daytime sky show to parts of the world. A total solar eclipse will occur Wednesday, Aug. 12, when the moon moves between Earth and the sun and completely blocks the sun along a narrow path. Totality will be visible outside the US, but millions in North America will be able to watch a partial eclipse. NASA says totality will sweep across northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Spain, a small corner of Portugal, and portions of the Arctic and Atlantic oceans.  The path of totality is the narrow zone where the moon …

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Man Wanted In Penn State Senior's Fatal Robbery, Officer Shooting; Surrenders: US Marshals Man Wanted In Penn State Senior's Fatal Robbery, Officer Shooting; Surrenders: US Marshals
Man Wanted In Penn State Senior's Fatal Robbery, Officer Shooting; Surrenders: US Marshals The man wanted in the robbery tied to the fatal shooting of Penn State senior Billy Schmidt has surrendered to Philadelphia police after a public search that included a cash reward, the U.S. Marshals Service announced on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Khadfi Fleming surrendered at Philadelphia Police Headquarters at 6 p.m., the U.S. Marshals Service said. "The public and media played an important role in bringing Fleming to justice," the agency said in a statement posted on X. "USMS Philly thanks everyone who shared info, spread the word, and assisted law enforcement, ultimately helping bring about Flem…

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by Jillian Pikora
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CT Rises In New Ranking Of Best States To Live In US CT Rises In New Ranking Of Best States To Live In US
CT Rises In New Ranking Of Best States To Live In US From strong schools and health care to high incomes and low crime, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 Best States to Live In list on Monday, Aug. 10. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, quality of life, and safety. Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic reasons. "When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing price…

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by Chris Spiker
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Krispy Kreme Launching Fall Menu With New Doughnuts, Drinks: See What's On It Krispy Kreme Launching Fall Menu With New Doughnuts, Drinks: See What's On It
Krispy Kreme Launching Fall Menu With New Doughnuts, Drinks: See What's On It Krispy Kreme is getting an early start on fall with the return of pumpkin spice and several new seasonal treats. The doughnut chain announced its Autumn Seasonal Collection in a news release on Friday, Aug. 7. The new lineup will be available beginning Tuesday, Aug. 11, at participating locations nationwide. The fall menu features four doughnuts, including two new options. The new Maple Cheesecake Doughnut is filled with cheesecake Kreme, dipped in maple icing, and topped with graham-flavored crunch and maple drizzle. Krispy Kreme is also introducing the Cafe Mocha Doughnut, an Origin…

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by Chris Spiker
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Man Charged With CT Hit-Run Crash That Killed 81-Year-Old Woman Man Charged With CT Hit-Run Crash That Killed 81-Year-Old Woman
Man Charged With CT Hit-Run Crash That Killed 81-Year-Old Woman A Connecticut man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash last year that killed an 81-year-old pedestrian, authorities said.  Lorenzo Abrajan-Garcia, 49, of Bridgeport, was arrested on Friday, Aug. 7, in connection with the July 13, 2025, crash that killed Angela Pagan, police said.  Prosecutors charged him with negligent homicide with a motor vehicle and evading responsibility involving a death, Bridgeport Police said. The crash happened shortly before 9:40 p.m. at the intersection of Park and Maplewood avenues. Several people called 911 to report that a ve…

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by Josh Lanier
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CT Man Stabbed Someone Outside Bar In Parking Lot Brawl, Police Say CT Man Stabbed Someone Outside Bar In Parking Lot Brawl, Police Say
CT Man Stabbed Someone Outside Bar In Parking Lot Brawl, Police Say A Connecticut man faces multiple charges after a 41-year-old man was stabbed and seriously wounded outside a bar over the weekend, police said. Jared Meadows, 24, of Bristol, was arrested after officers responded to the parking lot of the Groggy Frogg at 129 Center St. in Southington at 12:11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, police said.  Officers were responding to a report of a fight that led to a stabbing, according to Southington police.  Investigators said Meadows became involved in an altercation with several people. Southington police allege Meadows assaulted the 41-year-old ma…

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by Josh Lanier
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3-Year-Old Boy Killed In CT Dump Truck Accident Had ‘Infectious Smile,’ ‘Spicy Attitude' 3-Year-Old Boy Killed In CT Dump Truck Accident Had ‘Infectious Smile,’ ‘Spicy Attitude'
3-Year-Old Boy Killed In CT Dump Truck Accident Had ‘Infectious Smile,’ ‘Spicy Attitude' A 3-year-old killed in a dump truck crash over the weekend is being remembered for his "spicy attitude," love of animals and the joy he brought to everyone who knew him, loved ones said. Cooper Jax Cappizzano, of Sprague, was killed shortly after 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, on private property in Sprague, police said. Connecticut State Police have not released further details about the crash or the circumstances leading to Cooper’s death. The investigation remains ongoing. A GoFundMe campaign supporting Cooper’s family had raised more than $44,000 as of Monday afternoon. "Cooper was always…

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by Josh Lanier
National Interest
Flight Canceled After Child Refuses To Stay Buckled In Seat: Reports Flight Canceled After Child Refuses To Stay Buckled In Seat: Reports
Flight Canceled After Child Refuses To Stay Buckled In Seat: Reports A flight from British Columbia to Toronto was canceled after a young child refused to stay seated with their seat belt secured, according to reports. Porter Airlines Flight 444 was preparing to depart Victoria International Airport when the incident happened on Thursday, Aug. 6. The aircraft had left the terminal and was heading toward the runway when crew members saw the child standing in their seat. The plane returned to the terminal because it couldn't safely take off while the child wasn't secured, and passengers were eventually told to leave the aircraft. "Attempts by the ac…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Connecticut Pizzeria Joining Massachusetts, Italy Favorites at Boston Pizza Festival Popular Connecticut Pizzeria Joining Massachusetts, Italy Favorites at Boston Pizza Festival
Popular Connecticut Pizzeria Joining Massachusetts, Italy Favorites at Boston Pizza Festival Any way you slice it, Boston will become the upper crust of New England’s pizza scene for one weekend next month. The Boston Pizza Festival returns to City Hall Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, and Sunday, Sept. 20. Organizers expect more than 30 pizzerias to serve slices to over 20,000 guests. The lineup includes Sally’s Apizza from New Haven. Rossopomodoro at Eataly will also take part. Pizza Taxi from Vico Equense, Italy, will make the trip to Boston.  Raffaele Russo of Boston’s Quattro, whom organizers describe as the world’s sixth-ranked pizza maker, is also set to appear. Ven…

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by Josh Lanier
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Man Stabbed In Neck After Argument During Night Of Drinking In CT: Police Man Stabbed In Neck After Argument During Night Of Drinking In CT: Police
Man Stabbed In Neck After Argument During Night Of Drinking In CT: Police A night of drinking ended with one man stabbed in the neck and another facing assault charges in Connecticut, police said. The incident unfolded Friday night, Aug. 7, near Palmer Field in Middletown, where the two men were having a drink, police said. At some point an argument broke out between them, and a 59-year-old Raymond Rogala pulled a knife and stabbed the man in the neck, Middlebury police said. Officers arrived to find an adult man suffering from stab wounds. Medics took him to a hospital, where he was treated for injuries that Middlebury police described as non-life-threatening. …

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by Josh Lanier
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Mom, 5-Month-Old Daughter ID'd In Deadly Liberty Island Boat Capsize Mom, 5-Month-Old Daughter ID'd In Deadly Liberty Island Boat Capsize
Mom, 5-Month-Old Daughter ID'd In Deadly Liberty Island Boat Capsize A mother and her 5-month-old daughter have been identified as the two victims killed when a boat carrying their family capsized near Liberty Island. Sara Sanchez and her 5-month-old daughter died in the Saturday night, Aug. 8 incident, according to Il Punto Ristorante, which identified Sanchez's husband and Antonella's father as Andres Garcia, a beloved member of its restaurant family. According to a GoFundMe launched by the restaurant, Andres was also aboard the boat and is left alone to care for his and Sanchez's 6-year-old son. "This past weekend, what was meant to be a joyful fami…

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by Cecilia Levine