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Twins born minutes of each other at Yale New Haven Hospital don’t only have different birthdays — they have different birth years!
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JUST IN: Co-founder of viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge dies at 37
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BREAKING: On Wednesday, a Connecticut judge ruled that Alex Jones must submit to a sworn deposition in a defamation case brought against him by several family members of Sandy Hook victims.
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Here's a breakdown of what Alex Jones was ordered to pay to Sandy Hook families and an FBI agent
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According to Chief Sarnacki, #Blandford officers have been working with cruisers that don't work, bulletproof vests that are not fitted to them or might be expired, poor radio communications, inadequate staffing and improper wages.
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Nearly 300 school bus drivers plan to walk off job ahead of Monday's COVID vaccine mandate deadline. News 8's @jodilatina8 has more from transportation and state leaders working to keep drivers in seats >>
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BREAKING: Gov. Ned Lamont is projected to win the governor's race, ABC News reports
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Cryoseisms, also known as "frost quakes" or "ice quakes," may have been the reason loud booms and banging sounds were reported in the Chicago area, where brutally cold, below-zero wind chills have taken over.
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The fine details that Chipotle had employees under the age of 18 working past midnight and for more than 48 hours a week.
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Investigators believe Sunday's fire at the Diyanet Mosque in #NewHaven was set intentionally. Learn the full story tonight on News 8 at 10 & 11.
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A state-mandated tampon dispenser was ripped out of the boy’s bathroom at Brookfield High School, just 20 minutes after it was placed there on Jan. 24, according to the school.
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We CANNOT get over this West Haven beach sunrise captured by Betty Tutino! 😍
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A nursing student from Sacred Heart University submitted a paper on the importance of training the public in CPR before leaving for spring break. Just 12 hours later, she was administering CPR in a public setting -- and helped save a man's life.
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#RECALL - Kellogg's is asking customers to 'leggo their eggos' amid listeria concerns.
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Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy wants drug companies to explain why the price of insulin continues to skyrocket.
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BREAKING: The No. 2 Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey team took down No. 1 Minnesota 3-2 in the Frozen Four championship to bring home its first ever national title
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MUST SEE VIDEO: A dolphin was spotted swimming and jumping in the #Norwich Marina. Check out this video from Tashara Elliott
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WILD VIDEO! Two pigs fought off a bear in #NewMilford . Thankfully, Hammy and Mary are ok! Thanks to Kevin David for the video
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Gov. Ned Lamont declared victory tonight in Connecticut's gubernatorial race.
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A band's merchandise dealer is in hot water after stealing money from the very band he worked for.
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Senator Murphy continued his walk across the state, meeting with people in #Hartford today:
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Senators Murphy and Blumenthal introduce the ‘Protect Access to Birth Control Act’:
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For those who may have received a Tsunami Warning via text, this is a technical error. There is no Tsunami Warning for Connecticut.
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REPORT IT: How cute are these foxes?! 🦊 😍 They were getting in some playtime at Cosey Beach in #EastHaven before #Henri . Send us your storm photos here:
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JUST IN: Wiggles the Chinchilla wins race for mayor of Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
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As the car headed forward, Kharisma James stepped in front of the three children and took the brunt of the hit, witnesses said.
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#BOBCAT SIGHTING: News 8 viewer Barbara S. said she froze when she saw the creature outside her home on the east side of #Wallingford this morning.
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#BREAKING : A car landed on top of vehicles in a parking lot on Broadway and Whalley Avenue in #NewHaven .
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Please help us in congratulating our own @JPPierson who was recognized as Connecticut’s Sportscaster of the Year by the National Sports Media Association!
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Thousands of Trump supporters leave the rally in #Hartford
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Yale School of Public Health 2021 commencement speaker will be Dr. Fauci
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What a surprise to catch a meteor live on our morning newscast! Our meteorologist @Ash_Baylor has the perfect reaction. Watch Ashley and @SarahCodyMedia 's discussion after seeing this 'shooting star'
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First lady Jill Biden is now on her way to Meriden. She will be joined by Education Secretary Dr. Miguel Cardona for a tour of one of the local schools. We have team coverage on News 8 and online >>
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ADORABLE: Protesters and #police bust a move together in #Meriden Sunday afternoon.
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Actor Keanu Reeves who is known for his Hollywood hits in “The Matrix,” “Point Break” and “John Wick” performed with his band “Dogstar” on Wednesday night at Toad’s Place in New Haven.
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Comedian and former late night talk show host Conan O’Brien stopped by for dinner at Modern Apizza in New Haven tonight🍕
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The 10th annual Dance for Ana with Love takes place tomorrow, celebrating the life of Ana Grace Marquez-Greene, who should be celebrating her 17th birthday. @DennisHouseTV spoke with her mother about the special event.
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Lebron James has opened a public school for challenged children in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
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VIDEO: Crowds have gotten rowdy following UConn's win over SDSU. Multiple people have been seen being taken into custody.
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The two have been charged with larceny and defrauding a public community for allegedly stealing $478,588 from Saxe Middle School and New Canaan High School from 2012 to 2017.
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JUST IN: Connecticut officially signed a law into legislation to end child marriages. Minors ages 16 and 17 -- who were currently able to marry under state law -- will be unable to obtain marriage licenses.
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Wow! RT @JackieeOConnor : @WTNH trampoline in power lines ,Milford , CT http://t.co/9Wim6qGU
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Please help us send warm wishes to @markdavisWTNH , who has decided to retire after more than 50 years in broadcast journalism. Mark covered political stories for News 8 for more than 3 decades. A look back on his career:
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A new poll found that 70% of Americans, including 44% of Republicans, do not want former President Trump to make a White House run in 2024
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House bill passed to designate pizza as CT State Food >>
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In an interview on This Week in Connecticut, the governor told Dennis House he has a group in place to buy the troubled Arizona Coyotes and relocate them to Hartford.
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#BREAKING : The jury has acquitted Connecticut State Trooper Brian North, who was charged in the 2020 shooting death of a 19-year-old man in West Haven.
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#EXCLUSIVE : News 8’s @DennisHouseTV sat down with @VP after her visit to @CCSU . Tune into WTNH starting at 5 p.m. for the full interview
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This week on Capitol Report 'After Hours', UConn professor Thomas Craemer discusses his research on slavery reparations.
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Our hearts are with the #Bristol Police Department after 2 officers were killed and a third was seriously injured
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The first school in #Connecticut named after Barack Obama will break ground Thursday:
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Happy 50th (!!!!!!) Birthday, @gilsimmons ! Please send him your birthday wishes!!!
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BREAKING: Sources say the patient at Yale has tested negative for Ebola
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Connecticut ranks number one as the safest state during the pandemic.
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JUST IN: CT sees no coronavirus-related deaths for second time this week; hospitalizations down to 77 and the positivity rate is below one percent
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If you need something to brighten your day, here's a picture of a mother bear crossing a bridge with its baby in #WestHartford . Thanks to Tony C. for sending in this picture!
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Gov. Malloy flew the Haitian flag over the governor's residence tonight:
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BREAKING: Guilford's Nick Fradiani has won American Idol, becoming the first American Idol to hail from Connecticut. http://t.co/EOqA5KeCSB
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BREAKING: Joe Biden elected president of the United States.
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Tickets for our Concert for Recovery with @KeithUrban are on-sale NOW! Buy them here: 100% of proceeds go towards breaking the stigma of opioid use disorder in #Connecticut . @country925fm @ctrealtors #CTRecovers
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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Wednesday introduced a bill to establish a standard four-day workweek in the United States without any reduction in pay.
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Starting in January 2024, officers cannot start the interaction with asking “Do you know why I pulled you over?”, and instead must state the purpose of the traffic stop before asking any other questions.
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- "Connecticut has had no greater or more important cheerleader than @DeniseDAscenzo ." - @ChrisMurphyCT - with @WFSBnews
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“It’s a big day to see Lt Rankins coming out and making a come back here on the road to a speedy recovery,” said Captain John Towhill of the New Haven Fire Department. >>>
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Seems like Santa's reindeer made a practice run in Milford last night! 🦌🎅 Thanks, Tony Bianchi for sending in this video!
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Should people who participate in street takeovers in Connecticut have their driver’s licenses suspended? It could happen if a proposed law is passed.
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News 8 Photographer George Roelofsen captured this incredible video of Kent Falls overflowing after heavy rainfall and flooding in the state Monday morning.
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U.S. Sen. @ChrisMurphyCT embarks on 5th Walk Across CT, annual effort to hear directly from residents. News 8's @DennisHouseTV caught up with him today in Hartford >>
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Two black bears were caught on camera Sunday morning playing in Lori Shield's front yard in Avon, hiding behind trees as they tussled.
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JUST IN: @CT_STATE_POLICE Union releases vote of no confidence in the leadership ability of @GovNedLamont , Commissioner Rovella, LTC. Eckersley
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FALLEN OFFICER | The Hartford Police Department is mourning the loss of 34-year-old Officer Robert "Bobby" Garten. The eight-year veteran of the department died in the line of duty while responding to a call.
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JUST IN: NBC Connecticut has decided not to air Megyn Kelly's interview with Alex Jones.
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BREAKING: CT becomes first state in the nation to reach 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19 >>
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Connecticut is the 1st state in the nation to fully vaccinate more than 50% of all adults over the age of 18. Congrats to everyone who has been vaccinated so far! #KeepItUpCT 💪 If you haven't been vaccinated yet, find a provider near you at
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A federal judge has ruled New York must allow health care workers to seek a religious exemption from its COVID-19 vaccine mandate as a lawsuit challenging the requirement proceeds.
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Meet the newest member of the News 8 family. @teresadu4 welcomed Angelina Maryrose Dufour into the world this morning. Congratulations!
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We have some exciting news to share! The News 8 team is growing!! @LauraHutch8 is having a baby girl! Please help us in congratulating her! 🎀🌺
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CONTINUING: NBC Connecticut has announced they will not be airing Megyn Kelly's interview with Alex Jones.
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The Republican-led House passed a bill Thursday that would bar federally supported schools and colleges from allowing transgender athletes whose biological sex assigned at birth was male to compete on girl's or women’s sports teams.
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Please help us in wishing a very happy birthday to News 8's @kentpierce8
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Over 7,000 names were submitted, but "Boaty McBoatface" won by a landslide with 124,109 votes.
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A poll found Gov. Malloy to be the “least-liked governor in the country.”
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Brooks, 66, has worked at multiple stations in Connecticut, including WAVZ, WPOP, WFSB, and WVIT. His final broadcast on WVIT was at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday.
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The UConn win is being felt across the U.S.! New York City's famous Empire State Building lit up in white and blue to celebrate Monday night.
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BREAKING NEWS: The News 8 family just got a little bigger! Roger Wesley is 7 lbs. 11 oz. He and mom News 8's @StephanieSimoni are both doing great. Congratulations to the happy family - now a family-of-four!
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