Samaia Hernandez
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Connecticut, United States
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Exclusive: 'Relief' after New Britain man is sentenced in 2019 killing of mom of three
Benjamin Morales was sentenced to the maximum of 35 years in prison for the 2019 fatal shooting of Alice Figueroa. → Read More
Thousands live in 'contraceptive deserts'
As Women’s History Month gets well underway this March, women’s contraceptive issues took center stage at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford on Monday. → Read More
‘The evolution of policing’ | 4-legged rookie changing the face of policing in Hartford
There’s a rookie cop in Hartford getting lots of love. Just seven months on the job, K-9 Kady is building rapport in the community and boosting officer morale. → Read More
‘Second chance’ for cannabis convictions on the table at the capitol
As lawmakers took up a ‘social equity’ bill, Hartford celebrated the opening of its first recreational facility. → Read More
Lawmakers looking to lower blood alcohol level for drunk drivers
In 2020, 40 percent of collisions across the state involved impaired drivers. In wrong way crashes, 80 percent are impaired. → Read More
DCF casework was 'inconsistent' leading up to baby's overdose: Report
When a 13-month-old baby overdosed on fentanyl last year in Salem, it was one of the most catastrophic cases to fall under the state's watch. → Read More
Sharon Hospital seeks to consolidate ICU, surgical units
Blumenthal, Murphy, Hayes are joining the voices of opposition against proposal. → Read More
Man stalked Manchester family and stabbed clerk 7 times says warrant
Damion Davis of Hartford was arraigned Tuesday on assault, home invasion, and stalking charges. → Read More
Hartford mayoral candidate: Public safety is a priority
Former State Senator Eric Coleman unveiled a public safety plan that includes ‘reimagining’ Hartford Police Department. → Read More
Stamford-based Americares sends largest shipment of aid to Turkey-Syrian border
The global humanitarian organization is supporting 30,000 displaced people in two communities after an earthquake that devasted that region. → Read More
Valentine's Day: 'Super Bowl' for local florists
Suffield's Vine & Ivy turning out hundreds of bouquets in a labor of love. → Read More
Super Bowl frenzy has Connecticut grocery stores packed
Shelves are fully stocked at the Big Y in Manchester that’s because grocers have figured out a thing or two about Super Bowl eating habits and plan well in advance. → Read More
Disturbing court details revealed in former Wallingford womans case after allegedly killing 3 children
Lindsay Clancy appeared in court on Tuesday over Zoom due to her being paralyzed after attempting to take her own life. → Read More
Use of 'Latinx' under siege by Connecticut Puerto Rican lawmakers
Six House members proposed a bill to ban Latinx in official state business. → Read More
'Change the culture' | Bridgeport police hold vigil for Tyre Nichols; vow to stand against police brutality
Bridgeport Police Chief Roderic Porter said his department could use about 50 more officers. The city is in the process of training a new class of 30 officers. → Read More
When a restraining order isn’t enough, ‘Stay in touch'
Advocates focus on resources in wake of Bethel murder-suicide. → Read More
New Haven man sentenced for 1987 murder of father, son
Willie McFarland was sentenced to 120 years for the brutal 1987 murder of Greg and Fred Harris. → Read More
North Haven, Wallingford, Southington police step up patrols amid brazen purse snatchings
Incidents happened in North Haven, Wallingford, Southington in past week. → Read More
Portland farm seeks justice after maple syrup lines vandalized
After hearing about the vandalism on Facebook, the farmers received an outpouring of support from the community. → Read More
Lamont seeks to ‘close assault-style loopholes’ this legislative session
Community members seek investments in gun violence prevention programs. → Read More