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6 Men Accused After Trying To Pay For Sex With Child In West Haven, FBI Sting: Police 6 Men Accused After Trying To Pay For Sex With Child In West Haven, FBI Sting: Police
6 Men Accused After Trying To Pay For Sex With Child In West Haven, FBI Sting: Police Six Connecticut men were arrested after police say they tried to pay for sex with someone they believed was a child during an undercover FBI child predator sting. West Haven police captured the six men on Friday, July 10, after an investigation led by the FBI's Crimes Against Children Task Force with help from the West Haven and Meriden police departments. Police said undercover FBI agents posing as children spoke with adults who attempted to purchase sex from a fictitious juvenile sex worker. Investigators said the men acknowledged the fictitious juvenile's age and agreed to pay for sex. …

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by Josh Lanier
Obituaries
Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver
Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver Authorities have identified the 28-year-old man who died in a Western Massachusetts skydiving accident earlier this week. Mani Chandra Teja Gaddam, of Boston, was killed on Sunday, July 12, at Jumptown Skydiving, a popular skydiving center, in Orange. A preliminary investigation found that he fell about 30 feet when a sudden gust of wind interfered with his parachute during landing. Just days before the fatal accident, Gaddam shared on Facebook a July 2 photo after achieving his lifelong dream of earning his USPA License for skydiving at a facility in Houston. That certification requires cl…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It
Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It Pizza Hut is rolling out a new value menu featuring longtime favorites and new items as the struggling chain looks to win back customers following its $2.7 billion sale. The Throwback Value Menu launched nationwide at participating restaurants on Tuesday, July 14, Pizza Hut announced in a news release. Items start at $3 and will be available for a limited time this summer. The menu includes a $10 medium one-topping Stuffed Crust Pizza, a $3 one-topping Personal Pan Pizza, $4 Breadsticks, $4 Cinnamon Sticks, and a $3 two-liter Pepsi. Pizza Hut is also introducing two new items: Triple …

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by Chris Spiker
News
Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe
Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe The hunt for the source of a brutal intestinal illness has taken a significant turn, prompting new guidance as case counts keep climbing. Click here for a new, updated story: Fast Food Chain Under Investigation In Connection To Multistate Cyclospora Outbreak: Report Michigan health officials said on Monday, July 13, that lettuce or salad greens had emerged as a potential source of the state’s cyclosporiasis outbreak, according to Detroit-based WDIV Local 4. No specific variety, grower, or supplier has been identified. Other foods have not been ruled out. Michigan had received reports of…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Heat Surges Toward 100 Degrees Before Thunderstorms Reach Northeast: Timing Heat Surges Toward 100 Degrees Before Thunderstorms Reach Northeast: Timing
Heat Surges Toward 100 Degrees Before Thunderstorms Reach Northeast: Timing The Northeast is entering a punishing stretch that will peak in waves before a cooler, stormier pattern begins pressing south. Dangerous heat and humidity will expand across the region on Tuesday, July 14, as a strong ridge reaches the East Coast, according to the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center. Massachusetts and upstate NY will face some of their hottest conditions Tuesday. Highs could climb into the upper 90s, while heat indices may exceed 100 degrees in humid urban and inland areas. An AccuWeather forecast map shows the hot zone extending from western New York and …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks A new state-by-state report says the map of American well-being shows clear winners, troubling warning signs, and one big national disconnect. The State of the Nation Project released its "State of the States" report as the US approaches its 250th anniversary. StudyFinds reported on the rankings on Friday, July 3. Minnesota ranked first overall, followed by New Hampshire, Iowa, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Louisiana ranked last among the 51 jurisdictions measured, including all 50 states and Washington, DC. New Jersey ranked 11th, Maryland ranked 15th, Connecticut ranked 18th, Virginia rank…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand
KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand KFC is bringing back a very popular menu item as it makes major changes to win back customers. The fast-food chain announced the nationwide return of Popcorn Chicken in a news release on Monday, July 13. The bite-sized chicken is available for a limited time while supplies last. Popcorn Chicken first appeared on KFC menus in the early 90s and was discontinued in 2023. "For years, KFC has heard directly from fans clamoring for Popcorn Chicken's return," said Melissa Cash, KFC's US chief marketing officer. "We read every comment, every DM, and even every online petition signature, and the me…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Feds Charge Ex Of 'RHONJ' Personality In Hotel Meth Case Feds Charge Ex Of 'RHONJ' Personality In Hotel Meth Case
Feds Charge Ex Of 'Rhonj' Personality In Hotel Meth Case Brittany Malsch, the ex-girlfriend of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” personality John Fuda, is facing federal charges for distributing methamphetamine from a hotel room, federal prosecutors announced. The Garfield woman was charged by complaint with possession with intent to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer said on July 13 — Malsch's 39th birthday. Malsch shares a son with Fuda, the husband of “RHONJ” cast member Rachel Fuda. Rachel later adopted the boy, Jaiden. In a 2023 interview with "The Sun," Malsch said from a Paterson halfway ho…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
CT Elementary School Teacher Charged With Sexually Assaulting Teen Paraprofessional: Police CT Elementary School Teacher Charged With Sexually Assaulting Teen Paraprofessional: Police
CT Elementary School Teacher Charged With Sexually Assaulting Teen Paraprofessional: Police A Connecticut elementary school teacher is facing multiple felony charges after authorities accused him of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old school paraprofessional. Investigators say a student with special needs was present during the alleged assaults. Christopher Verras, a teacher at Thomas Hooker School, was arrested last week after Bridgeport police opened an investigation in May, according to published reports. Police allege Verras sexually assaulted the paraprofessional on more than one occasion. Authorities also allege a student with special needs was present during the incidents.&nb…

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by Josh Lanier
Politics
Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic
Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic President Donald Trump is preparing to command the country's attention in prime time, but he is keeping the reason under wraps. He said he will deliver an address to the nation on Thursday, July 16, at 9 p.m. Eastern time. Trump, 80, made the announcement in a Truth Social post shared on Monday, July 13. The White House had not confirmed a topic by Monday afternoon. CNBC reported that Trump is expected to discuss newly declassified intelligence that administration officials claim reveals plans by foreign nations to interfere in the 2020 election. The report did not identify the countries …

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV
CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV A 24-year-old Connecticut woman was killed after a detached truck tire crossed the median on Interstate 95 and crashed through her SUV's windshield, according to police.  Catherine Margaret Palaia, of Stratford, was driving south on I-95 around 10:23 p.m. Sunday, July 13, in Milford when the crash happened. Connecticut State police identified the victim on Monday. Investigators said Palaia was driving a 2020 Toyota RAV4 when the front left tire of a northbound 2012 Ford F-250 detached from the truck. The tire struck multiple vehicles before bouncing over the concrete median barrie…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8 CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8
CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8 A 68-year-old Connecticut man died after a motorcycle crash on a Route 8 exit ramp in Thomaston, authorities said. John Kastanaras, of Easton, lost control of his 2004 Harley-Davidson FXSTDI while riding on the Route 8 South Exit 40 off-ramp around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12, according to Connecticut State Police. His motorcycle crashed into a metal guardrail. Kastanaras was taken to a Waterbury hospital, where he died from his injuries, police said. The crash remains under investigation, according to state police. Anyone with information is asked to contact Troop L at (860) 626-7900.

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by Josh Lanier