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4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police 4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police
4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police Four juveniles were hospitalized after a two-car crash in North Branford sent one vehicle careening into a home late Wednesday night, Feb. 5, authorities said. Emergency crews responded to Clintonville Road near Pistapaug Road at 11:04 p.m. on Feb. 5 after multiple 911 calls reported a serious crash, according to North Branford Deputy Chief Michael Pendleton. One of the vehicles overturned on impact, coming to rest against a house, causing minor structural damage, officials said. Firefighters extricated a juvenile driver from the wreckage before all four juveniles were transported to Y…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
New Bird Flu Strain Detected In US Dairy Cattle Sparking Concerns Of Spread New Bird Flu Strain Detected In US Dairy Cattle Sparking Concerns Of Spread
New Bird Flu Strain Detected In US Dairy Cattle Sparking Concerns Of Spread A new strain of bird flu has been detected in US dairy cattle, raising concerns about its potential transmission and impact on livestock and public health. The USDA confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1, genotype D1.1, was found in dairy cows in Nevada following routine milk testing. This marks the first time this specific genotype has been identified in cattle. Previous cases in dairy herds involved a different strain, known as genotype B3.13.  According to the USDA, genotype D1.1 has been prevalent among wild birds, mammals, and domestic poultry across North …

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by Joe Lombardi
Sports
GOAT Hunt: Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest Offers Cash Prize For Most Legendary Style GOAT Hunt: Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest Offers Cash Prize For Most Legendary Style
GOAT Hunt: Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest Offers Cash Prize For Most Legendary Style If you think you look like the NFL's GOAT, you might be able to win some cash right before the Super Bowl! Time Out Market Boston is hosting a Tom Brady look-alike contest on Saturday, Feb. 8. The free event begins at 2 p.m. inside the Landmark Center on Park Drive. A $200 prize is up for grabs for whoever is the most convincing doppelgänger for the seven-time Super Bowl champion. "Do you know someone who looks like Tom Brady?" the event's page asked. "Do you look like Tom Brady? (Congrats!) If you think you’ve got the GOAT's signature style then come and join us." …

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by Chris Spiker
News
Life-Saving Diabetes Alerts Could Be Silenced By App Glitches: How To Prevent Missing Them Life-Saving Diabetes Alerts Could Be Silenced By App Glitches: How To Prevent Missing Them
Life-Saving Diabetes Alerts Could Be Silenced By App Glitches: How To Prevent Missing Them The Food and Drug Administration is warning that critical alerts from diabetes devices may fail to reach users, risking severe complications or death. The FDA sent out the warning about the smartphone notification issues in a news release on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The agency said it has received reports of users missing alerts they believed were properly configured, leading to dangerous issues like diabetic ketoacidosis and deaths. Many of these smartphone-compatible devices allow users to customize how they receive alerts, choosing options like audible notifications, vibrations, or t…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $113 million with a $51.2 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Feb 8. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 19-27-30-50-62 with a Powerball of 14 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 millio…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
CT Man Arrested After Killing Dog, Leaving Remains in Woods For Coyotes: Cops CT Man Arrested After Killing Dog, Leaving Remains in Woods For Coyotes: Cops
CT Man Arrested After Killing Dog, Leaving Remains in Woods For Coyotes: Cops A Connecticut man was arrested after admitting he shot his dog and left its body in the woods, authorities said. Wesley Bassett, 51, faces multiple charges after troopers found the dog's remains behind a home on Essex Road in Westbrook, Connecticut State Police said. A local veterinary hospital alerted police after receiving a concerning voicemail from Bassett about putting his dog down. When officers arrived, a family member directed them to a camper behind the house where Bassett lived. As officers approached, they noticed a large pool of blood outside the camper, along with a bloody lea…

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by Josh Lanier
News
Dad Killed, Son Critically Injured On Ground In Philadelphia Plane Crash Dad Killed, Son Critically Injured On Ground In Philadelphia Plane Crash
Dad Killed, Son Critically Injured On Ground In Philadelphia Plane Crash A 37-year-old father who was killed when a medical jet crashed into a busy Northeast Philadelphia street has been identified as Steven Dreuitt, police announced. Family Seeks Support For Steven’s Funeral Steven Dreuitt’s family is raising funds to cover funeral expenses and provide support for his loved ones as they cope with his tragic death. Organized by his god-sister, Shakirah Hill, the GoFundMe campaign aims to ease the financial burden on his mother and sister who are managing day-to-day needs while planning his homegoing service. The family shared their deep gratitude for the co…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (WATCH) Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (WATCH)
Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (Watch) A famous New Haven pizza restaurant is parodying an iconic Super Bowl commercial to build hype for its newest location in Farmington. Sally's Apizza will open its restaurant at the Westfarms mall on Thursday, Feb. 13. Located on the ground level of Jordan's Furniture, the pizzeria will feature an 80-foot-wide, high-resolution LED screen and an expanded menu. To promote the new location, Sally's released an AI-generated parody of Apple's famous 1984 Super Bowl commercial called "Sally's Farmington: THE VISION". The pizzeria will open four days after Super Bowl LIX. The 90-second p…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
Judge Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Ban Judge Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Ban
Judge Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Ban A federal judge has issued an indefinite nationwide preliminary injunction blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, marking a significant legal setback for the administration. US District Judge Deborah Boardman in Maryland ruled Wednesday, Feb. 5, in favor of five pregnant undocumented women who challenged Trump’s executive order.  The policy aimed to redefine the 14th Amendment, excluding children of undocumented immigrants from receiving automatic US citizenship at birth. Boardman determined the order directly conflicts with the "plai…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them
These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them Crayola is reviving eight long-lost crayon colors for a limited time, marking the first time in its 122-year history that it has brought back retired shades. After years of fan requests, Crayola announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 that it will sell a special edition set of retired colors. The eight-count pack will be available throughout 2025 at most national retailers, along with matching colored pencils and markers. The collection includes Dandelion, which was retired in 2017, along with Blizzard Blue, Magic Mint, and Mulberry, which exited in 2003. Also making a return are Ora…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means
Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means President Donald Trump says he's considering an executive order to dismantle the functions of the US Department of Education, aiming to eventually abolish the agency.  This move aligns with his administration's broader strategy to decrease the federal government's size and return control of education policy to the states. The proposed executive order would maintain only those functions required by statute within the department, while other programs would be transferred to different agencies. An agency can't be abolished without Congressional approval. This reflects Trump's campaign pr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal
Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal Teladoc Health is expanding its at-home healthcare offerings by purchasing a leading company in virtual preventive care. Teladoc announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 that it will buy Catapult Health for $65 million. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, Teladoc helps more than 93 million people get virtual medical care and connects patients with doctors, nurses, and therapists. Catapult Health's platform called VirtualCheckup will be integrated into Teladoc's existing system, allowing patients to collect blood samples, check blood pressure, and complete other health screenings …

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by Chris Spiker