Connecticut News & Breaking Stories

Iowa women's basketball team sets a new attendance record with 55,646 fans at an outdoor game in Kinnick Stadium.

Brazil will face Venezuela in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Find out how to watch the game and the possible starting lineups.

Dolly Parton launches "What Would Dolly Do? Radio" on Apple Music, sharing her life, wisdom, and upcoming rock album.

New York Liberty takes a 2-1 lead in the WNBA semifinals after defeating the Connecticut Sun 92-81.

Heavy rains in the tristate area of the US have coincided with the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, which is traditionally celebrated outdoors. The rain has disrupted plans and led to a variety of responses from rabbis and Jewish communities.

Breanna Stewart wins WNBA MVP after record-setting season. Stewart's arrival transformed the New York Liberty, leading them to a 32-8 record.

Nebraska football aims to snap their 21-game losing streak to ranked opponents when they take on No. 22 Colorado.

Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows due to health issues, including symptoms of "peptic ulcer disease." Shows to be rescheduled.

Labor Day is more than just the end of summer - it is a holiday dedicated to the achievements of American workers.

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe, adding salary and boosting morale for the team.

Bruce Springsteen postpones upcoming shows after falling ill, with no specific details on his health issues provided.

Tom Jones, the lyricist, director, and writer of "The Fantasticks," the longest-running musical in history, has died at 95.

Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel, David Weiss, to oversee the investigation into Hunter Biden.

Trader Joe's recalls falafels in 35 states due to potential rock contamination. Customers urged to discard or return for refund.

Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje headline UFC 291 in a highly anticipated rematch for the 'BMF' title. Exciting match-ups throughout the card.

Powerball jackpot rises to $1 billion after no winning ticket sold.

Jason Aldean stops show mid-song due to heat stroke.

Talks between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have fallen apart, increasing the possibility of a strike when the current contract expires at the end of July. The strike could disrupt deliveries and raise shipping costs. The union is pushing for better wages, benefits, and workplace protections, as well as an end to a dual-wage system. UPS made $11.5 billion in net income in 2022. The last time UPS Teamsters went on strike was in 1997.

Flash flooding continues in Northeast, particularly in Vermont; impacts not seen since 2009.

Former Olympic gold medalist and women's basketball coach Nikki McCray-Penson dies at 51.

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri falsely claims Founders were enslavers

Right-wing social media speculates about gender identity of Philadelphia shooter.