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Politics
Truck Hauling Tank From Trump’s DC Parade Hits, Kills Woman: Report
A truck carrying a tank featured in President Donald Trump's weekend parade to celebrate his birthday and the 250th anniversary of the US Army struck and killed a woman on Monday, June 16, USA Today reports, citing an internal Army document. The fatal crash was reported around 9:30 p.m. on Monday, when DC Fire and EMS personnel found the woman suffering from life-threatening injuries, officials said. The truck was reportedly hauling an Army M1 Abrams tank from its staging area to a rail yard in Virginia and was part of a convoy of military vehicles, USA Today says. The woman was pron…
News
Popular Jewish Camp Director Sexually Abused Minor For Years, Bombshell Lawsuit Alleges
A well-known Jewish summer camp for boys in Pennsylvania and several members of its leadership are being sued by a former attendee who alleges he was sexually abused by a senior staff member for years at the camp. The civil complaint, filed in Pennsylvania state court Monday, June 16, names Camp Dora Golding in East Stroudsburg, its executive director Alexander Gold, and former assistant director Binyamin Daiches. The plaintiff, identified anonymously as “John Doe,” is represented by attorneys from Stark & Stark, P.C. According to the suit, the alleged abuse occurred over multiple summe…
Obituaries
Food Network Star Anne Burrell Dies At 55: 'A Remarkable Person And Culinary Talent'
The culinary world is reeling from the sudden loss of celebrity chef Anne Burrell, the fiery Food Network favorite known for her bold flavors, big hair, and even bigger personality. Burrell, a New York native from Madison County, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning, June 17, at the age of 55, according to a statement from the Food Network. Medics found her unresponsive in her Brooklyn home Tuesday morning and pronounced her dead at the scene, TMZ reports. The New York City Medical Examiner’s office will determine an official cause of death. Best known to millions as the animated, no-nonsens…
Police & Fire
Ex-State Trooper Charged In $8K Workers’ Comp Scam: State
A former Connecticut State Police Trooper is facing serious charges after authorities say he lied about being injured at work and collected over $8,000 in workers’ compensation benefits. Jose Campos, 32, of Winsted, was arrested Tuesday, June 17, by state inspectors and charged with one count of larceny and one count of making a fraudulent claim or receipt of benefits, the state prosecutor's office said. He faces potentially decades in prison if convicted. He turned himself in at the Rocky Hill Police Department and was later released on a $10,000 bond. Campos is due in court on June …
Politics
Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Chief, Rushed To DC Hospital; What We Know
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was rushed to a Washington, D.C. hospital on Tuesday afternoon, June 17, CNN reported, citing multiple sources. The reason for the hospitalization was not clear, but the report said she was conscious and speaking with her security detail. The Department of Homeland Security said the move was out of an "abundance of caution" after the former South Dakota Governor suffered an allergic reaction. “Secretary Noem had an allergic reaction today. She was transported to the hospital out of an abundance of caution. She is alert and recoverin…
Lifestyle
CT Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again
Norwich native Wally Lamb has once again caught the attention of Oprah Winfrey. Lamb’s new New York Times best-selling novel, "The River Is Waiting," is the latest pick for Oprah’s Book Club. Winfrey announced the selection during her podcast last week. The novel tells the story of a father named Corby Ledbetter. "New fatherhood, the loss of his job, and a growing secret addiction have thrown his marriage to his beloved Emily into a tailspin," publisher Simon and Schuster wrote in the abstract. It becomes the 115th title in her long-running book club, and the third novel fr…
Obituaries
CT Hiker Dies After Collapsing On Trail Despite Rescue, Airlift Efforts
A hiker collapsed and later died while trekking a trail in the White Mountains in New Hampshire, prompting a dramatic rescue effort that included a military helicopter and backcountry first responders. Richard Perrault, 70, of Clinton, was hiking alone on the Valley Way Trail when he suddenly collapsed around 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 16, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers. Fellow hikers who saw what happened immediately rushed to him and began CPR after calling 911. Because of the trail's remote location, which is nearly three miles from the nearest road, rescue…
News
Israeli Tech Guru Hillel Fuld Mistakenly Declared Dead After NJ Cousin With Same Name Killed
Prominent Israeli tech guru Hillel Fuld is assuring his followers he’s alive after a hit-and-run crash on Long Island killed his New Jersey relative bearing the same name. In a tragic case of mistaken identity, the incident initially sparked a wave of grief online when a news outlet erroneously reported that Fuld had been killed by a driver who fled the scene in Wyandanch on Friday, June 13, as Daily Voice reported. Taking to social media Tuesday, June 17, Fuld–a well-known Israeli tech influencer, startup mentor, and vlogger–clarified that he is alive and that the victim was actually his c…
Police & Fire
Police ID Man, 40, Found Dead In Abandoned CT Building
Waterbury police have identified the body found inside an abandoned building over the weekend as a 40-year-old Torrington man. Joseph McCarthy was found just before 5:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, at a building at 215 Cherry St. in Waterbury, police said. Waterbury officers said there were no suspicious circumstances and are treating it as an untimely death. The investigation is ongoing.
Business
Streaming Passes Traditional TV Viewing For First Time, Nielsen Says: Here's How
Streaming has officially overtaken traditional TV. In a record-setting month, streaming accounted for 44.8% of all television use in May, outpacing the combined share of cable and broadcast for the first time. The data came from Nielsen's monthly report of The Gauge, released on Tuesday, June 17. Broadcast TV made up 20.1% of total usage, while cable came in at 24.1%. The total of 44.2% was slightly behind streaming for the first time since Nielsen began tracking in May 2021. The shift reflects a dramatic rise in streaming over the past four years, with streaming usage jumpi…
News
Fake CT Officer Scamming Residents; Police Urge Caution As Scams On Rise
Norwalk police are asking the public to be aware of a new scam involving a fake officer. Police said they've received multiple reports of someone impersonating a Norwalk police officer, calling and demanding the victim pay a fine for a missed court date or face imprisonment. The caller is using the name Jason Wilson. He is not an officer, and police would never call to solicit money for missed court appearances over the phone. Do not engage with the caller and call the actual police if you receive this call at 203-854-3113. Scam calls are on the rise across the co…
News
Video
: ICE Arrests NYC Mayoral Hopeful Brad Lander In Clash At Immigration Court
New York City Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by immigration authorities during a dramatic encounter at an immigration court in Manhattan on Tuesday, June 18, his campaign confirmed. Video from the scene shows Lander confronting federal agents as they attempted to take a man into custody near 26 Federal Plaza. In the footage, Lander is seen clutching the man’s shoulder and repeatedly demanding to see a judicial warrant. Hi, this is Meg Barnette, Brad's wife. While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad... Posted by …
Police & Fire
Father Who Robbed CT Bank With Son Before Stand-Off With Police Has Died: Chief
A Rhode Island man who was accused of robbing a Connecticut bank with his son last week died after nearly a week in the hospital, police said. His son died the day of the robbery. Shaun Fallon, 56, died around 8:45 p.m. on Monday, June 16, Groton police said. Original Report: Father, Son Rob Bank Followed By Motel Standoff With Police: Cops Shaun Fallon and his son, 27-year-old Zachary Fallon, were accused of robbing Chelsea Groton Bank on Gold Star Highway in Groton around 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 12. They handed the teller a note demanding cash and saying the…
Police & Fire
‘Gallons Of Gas’: Family Recounts Terror In NJ Arson Attack That Left Mom, Son In ICU
New and heartbreaking details have emerged about the horrific arson attack that left five family members hospitalized in New Jersey. The blaze broke out around 10:09 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, at a home on Prospect Street in Perth Amboy, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Perth Amboy Police Chief Larry Cattano said. Authorities say Gerardo Rosario-Vasquez, 46, broke into the home carrying gallons of gasoline and intentionally set it ablaze. He has since been charged with attempted murder, aggravated arson, and home invasion. He remains hospitalized at St. Barnabas in Livingston.…
Business
JetBlue Cutting Flights, Delaying Upgrades As Travel Demand Slumps: Report
JetBlue Airways is cutting more flights and scaling back investments as the airline industry struggles with declining demand, according to a report. JetBlue will reduce off-peak flying and trim unprofitable routes, according to an internal memo from CEO Joanna Geraghty obtained by CNBC on Tuesday, June 17. The New York City-based carrier will park four Airbus A320 jets it originally planned to update with new interiors, while upgrades for six others remain on track for 2026. The airline is also reevaluating hiring plans, may consolidate leadership roles, and could limit corpo…
Business
Retail Sales Fall Sharply As Trump Tariffs Hurt Consumer Spending In May
US retail sales fell more than expected in May as consumers pulled back on spending amid rising economic anxiety fueled by President Donald Trump's tariffs. Seasonally adjusted sales dropped 0.9% in May to $715.4 billion, the US Census Bureau said on Tuesday, June 17. That was even worse than the 0.6% decline forecasted by the Dow Jones consensus, CNBC reported. The tumble followed a downward revision for April, which is now listed as a 0.1% decrease. Compared to last May, sales were up 3.3%, but momentum appears to be slowing. The steepest decline came from a…
News
Ex-Anchor Terry Moran Says 'It Wasn't A Drunk Tweet' In First Interview After ABC Ouster
A week after his ouster from ABC News, Terry Moran is speaking about the incident that sparked the network's move. On Friday, June 10, ABC said it would not be renewing the contract of the 65-year-old anchor and senior national correspondent after Moran called deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller a “world-class hater" in a post on X three days earlier. The comment was deleted a short time later. In his first interview since the incident, Moran told The New York Times that, "It wasn’t a drunk tweet." Moran said that while walking his dog, he "was thinking about our country, and what’s happe…
News
Jenna Bush Hager Finally Shows Off New Haircut She Got Live On '
Today
' Show
The big reveal has arrived. The "TODAY" show finally shared a photo of Jenna Bush Hager's new 'do. The "TODAY" host got the on-air chop from Chris McMillan, the celebrity stylist behind iconic looks like "The Rachel" (Jennifer Aniston), Michelle Williams, and Jessica Biel on Monday, June 16. Finally, Tuesday evening, the show shared a photo of Jenna's new look on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TODAY with Jenna & Friends (@jennaandfriends) View this post on Instagram …
Business
Chase Boosts Sapphire Reserve Perks, Hikes Annual Fee To $795: Here's What You Get
Chase is taking its Sapphire Reserve card to a new level as it competes with American Express for luxury credit cardholders. The refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve card was officially unveiled on Tuesday, June 17. The banking giant also announced the launch of the new Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business card. Both cards will officially be available on Sunday, June 23. While they're promoting at least $2,500 in annual perks, the cards have a steep $795 annual fee. That fee is 45% higher than when Sapphine Reserve first launched in 2016, CNBC reported. "The new Sapphire Reserv…
News
Don’t Answer If You Get This Call, FBI Says
If you get a call from someone claiming to be the FBI or another government agency and threatens arrest unless you pay up, hang up. Scammers across the country are impersonating federal authorities and spoofing legitimate government phone numbers in a rising wave of fraud, authorities say. Victims are being told they face immediate arrest unless they send money via prepaid gift cards, wire transfers, cash, or cryptocurrency. The threats are fake, but the financial losses are very real. Here’s how the scam works: Caller ID spoofing — Scammers manipulate phone numbers so it looks like the …
Business
Busch Light Drops Newest Flavor For Summer: Here's What It Tastes Like
Busch Light is trying to recapture the popularity of its fruit-flavored beers with a new flavor in time for the summer. Anheuser-Busch announced the release of Busch Light Lime on Monday, June 16. The beer will be available for a limited time in 25 states, including Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The lime-flavored lager is described as crisp and smooth, with a sweet front and a clean finish. It joins a roster of other fruit-based beers like apple and peach. Busch Light Apple was a huge success for the brand before the beer was discontinued in 2022,…
Weather
Some Storms Could Turn Severe During Unsettled Stretch: Here's Timing
The arrival of an unsettled weather pattern will be marked by rounds of showers and thunderstorms as high humidity fuels a soggy setup this week. With the official start of astronomical summer on Friday, June 20, a surge of heat is expected to collide with persistent wet conditions, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected over the next five to seven days, with potential downpours that could lead to flash flooding in already saturated areas. (See the first image above.) "In some cases, the downpours can persist and be so intense as to l…
News
Beware Of These Airport Mistakes, TSA Says
Think twice before you plug in or log on at the airport. Travelers who rely on free Wi-Fi or public charging stations could be putting their personal data at serious risk, federal officials say. In a warning aimed at cyber-safety during peak travel season, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) flagged two common behaviors that could make travelers targets for hackers: Avoid USB charging stations. Hackers can install malware at public ports — a method known as “juice jacking” or “port jacking.” Instead, use a TSA-compliant power bank or wall charger. Don’t trust public Wi-Fi. Ne…
Business
Major Home Goods Chain Declares Bankruptcy, Blames Trump Tariffs: See List Of Closing Stores
A popular home goods retailer is declaring bankruptcy, citing President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and a significant drop in consumer spending. At Home has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the Dallas-area company announced on Monday, June 16. The retailer said it reached a deal with lenders to eliminate nearly $2 billion in debt and receive a $200 million capital infusion. The move will allow At Home to continue operating during the court-supervised restructuring process. "We are continuing to offer the home furnishing pairings that customers expect to find at our store…
News
$5.6M Multi-State Fraud Scheme With 1K+ Stolen IDs Lands Pennsylvania Man Federal Charges: DOJ
A Pennsylvania man is accused of stealing over $5.6 million in pandemic aid using more than 1,000 stolen or fake identities, federal prosecutors announced on Monday, June 16. Adepoju Babatunde Salako, 32, has been indicted in Colorado on multiple federal charges after allegedly orchestrating a nationwide COVID-19 benefits scam, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. Salako faces six counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, and four counts of aggravated identity theft, according to t…
News
Bloodied 'Protester Edition' Truck Post Sparks Backlash Against PA Sheriff
A since-deleted photo shared by Adams County Sheriff James Muller on Facebook is drawing backlash from residents and officials amid national “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration. The image showed a white pickup truck splattered in red, resembling blood, with the caption: “The All New Dodge Ram Protester Edition.” It was later deleted, but screenshots have been widely circulated in Facebook groups around central Pennsylvania, including in Gettysburg where protests have recently taken place. The photo—posted in the midst of nationwide demonstrations—sparked outrage online and …
News
Alex Cooper Breaks Down Recalling Alleged Sex Harassment By BU Soccer Coach: ‘She Owned Me’
Alex Cooper, host of the wildly popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, is speaking out about what she describes as a years-long pattern of sexual harassment and psychological manipulation by her college soccer coach. Cooper, a Pennsylvania native and Boston University alum, made the allegations on the Monday, June 16 episode of Dax Shepard’s "Armchair Expert" podcast, where she discussed the experience in greater depth. The story is also at the center of the newly released Hulu documentary "Call Her Alex," which hit the streaming platform on Tuesday, June 10. View this…
Sports
Phillies' Zack Wheeler Will Retire After 2027 To Focus On Family: Report
The one who got away from the New York Mets is ready to step away from the Philadelphia Phillies. Ace Zack Wheeler, among the best pitchers in baseball, is ready to trade fastballs for fatherhood when his $126 million contract expires at the end of the 2027 season, according to a new report from The Athletic. The multi-time All-Star and Cy Young Award finalist indicated that he plans to hang up his cleats two years from now, when he will be 37, to be surrounded by his family, which includes four children. Once a top Mets prospect after being drafted by the San Francisco Giants, Wheeler spe…
Police & Fire
Police ID Man Killed In Hartford Rollover Crash
A 64-year-old man was killed on Monday morning, June 16, when the truck he was in slammed into a parked car, authorities said. Trevor Grant was riding in a 2004 Dodge Dakota that hit a Subaru Outback on Garden Street in Hartford, authorities said. Police did not provide information on Grant's last known address. Investigators said the truck rolled over after hitting the car. First responders found the driver responsive when they arrived at the scene, but Grant was unconscious. He and the driver were taken to Saint Francis Hospital, where Grant was pronounced dead.&n…
Obituaries
'An Amazing Man': CT Community Rallies Around Family Of Man Killed In Freak Workplace Accident
A Connecticut community is rallying around the family of a 60-year-old man who was killed last week in a freak accident while working on a sewer pipe. Michael Dirocco, of Norwich, was working at a home on Hamilton Court in Norwich around 6:15 p.m. on Friday, June 13, authorities said. He was working for a private company to dig the trench that stretched 90 feet and was five feet wide and deep when it suddenly collapsed onto him, authorities said. It was meant to connect the home to the city's sewer line. Paramedics rushed him to an area hospital, but doctors were unable t…
Real Estate
Estate Featured In Netflix’s 'Zero Day' Starring Robert De Niro Listed For $15M
A stunning estate featured as a key filming location in the Netflix thriller series "Zero Day" is now on the market for $15 million. Known as Rabbit Hill, the 22-acre Westchester estate at 842 Sleepy Hollow Road in Briarcliff Manor blends old-world grandeur with modern comfort and cinematic appeal, according to its listing by Compass. Originally built in 1929 and restored in 2016, the Georgian-style mansion recently served as a principal location for "Zero Day," a political conspiracy drama that aired in February 2025 and stars Robert De Niro, who also co-created the show. The…
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