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Supreme Court orders Louisiana to use congressional map with additional Black district in 2024 vote

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Removal of Route 9 traffic lights in downtown Middletown could begin in 2027

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Officials: CT coach resigns amid probe into alleged racist comment to girl

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CT restaurant launches over-the-top 'Beauty and the Beast' experience

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14-year-old boy hit by pickup truck on Main Street in Portland

UConn men's and women's basketball 2023-24 season in photos

UConn men's and women's basketball 2023-24 season in photos

From First Night to the Final Four, view photos of the Huskies' men's and women's basketball teams as they've progressed through the season.

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Former CT school construction official Kosta Diamantis faces 22 federal charges

Former CT school construction official Kosta Diamantis faces 22 federal charges

Konstantinos Diamantis, the former head of the Office of School Construction Grants and Review, was arrested on federal charges Thursday morning.

CT legislators not giving up on reform of car-conveyance fees

A bill to make car-conveyance fees more transparent failed to pass this year in the state legislature, but some legislators haven't given up on reform.

Alex Jones has deal to sell ranch to pay lawyers, Sandy Hook families

Alex Jones has deal to sell ranch to pay lawyers, Sandy Hook families

Their release from prison sparked a firestorm in CT. Now they're 'thriving'

From left, J. Sheim Perry, Michael Spike, Mike Parrott and Mack Young pose together at Capitoal Workforce Partners in Hartford on Friday, April 19, 2024. All four men served long prison sentences before being released in 2022 or 2023, and all say they're now thriving on the outside.

CT man whose 2014 disappearance drew national attention guilty of threatening

New Haven Superior Court on June 14, 2023.

Spotty showers in Connecticut’s weekend forecast before warmer weather returns

The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center's 6-10 day temperature outlook for Connecticut.

Food insecurity increases 23% in Connecticut, new study shows: 'That's a crisis'

Volunteer C.J. Thomas, of Ridgefield, packs bags of fruit and vegetables at St. Andrew's Church on Friday morning. Food delivered by CT Foodshare was distributed by Ridgefield Social Services on Friday morning, November 19, 2021, Ridgefield, Conn.

Former CT school construction official Kosta Diamantis faces 22 federal charges

Former CT school construction official Kosta Diamantis faces 22 federal charges

Konstantinos Diamantis, the former head of the Office of School Construction Grants and Review, was arrested on federal charges Thursday morning.

Their release from prison sparked a firestorm in CT. Now they're 'thriving'

From left, J. Sheim Perry, Michael Spike, Mike Parrott and Mack Young pose together at Capitoal Workforce Partners in Hartford on Friday, April 19, 2024. All four men served long prison sentences before being released in 2022 or 2023, and all say they're now thriving on the outside.

Spotty showers in Connecticut’s weekend forecast before warmer weather returns

The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center's 6-10 day temperature outlook for Connecticut.

CT legislators not giving up on reform of car-conveyance fees

A bill to make car-conveyance fees more transparent failed to pass this year in the state legislature, but some legislators haven't given up on reform.

Alex Jones has deal to sell ranch to pay lawyers, Sandy Hook families

Alex Jones has deal to sell ranch to pay lawyers, Sandy Hook families

CT man whose 2014 disappearance drew national attention guilty of threatening

New Haven Superior Court on June 14, 2023.

Food insecurity increases 23% in Connecticut, new study shows: 'That's a crisis'

Volunteer C.J. Thomas, of Ridgefield, packs bags of fruit and vegetables at St. Andrew's Church on Friday morning. Food delivered by CT Foodshare was distributed by Ridgefield Social Services on Friday morning, November 19, 2021, Ridgefield, Conn.

Business

CT economy adds 1,100 jobs in April, but March numbers revised down by 4,400

CT economy adds 1,100 jobs in April, but March numbers revised down by 4,400

Adjustments to the state's jobs numbers in March dropped precipitously, from 4,900 to 500 new jobs that month.

Connecticut-based McDonald's franchisee sues fast food giant

Cannabis parties can continue in Connecticut, but AG sets conditions

This CT city is getting a new gym with pickleball and a saltwater pool

Haar: Hackers stole a disabled CT couple's SNAP food aid. Now they're out $1,373

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State News

Former Connecticut budget official arrested, pleads not guilty to bribery and extortion charges

Simone Biles is stepping into the Olympic spotlight again. She is better prepared for the pressure

Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut helps ESPN set viewership record for league game on network

It's not a rock, it's the Athens Rock Lobsters. New minor league team honors B-52s

The US Open men's final is shifting to ABC this year. The women's final will stay on ESPN

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Nation/World

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down another US MQ-9 Reaper drone as footage shows wreckage

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down another US MQ-9 Reaper drone as footage shows wreckage

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed the shooting-down of an American drone, hours after footage circulated online of what appeared to be the wreckage of an MQ-9 Reaper drone. The U.S. military did not...

The Latest | Dozens of Israeli protesters attack a truck in an apparent effort to block Gaza aid

French police fatally shoot a man suspected of setting fire to a synagogue

Israel tells UN top court South Africa makes 'mockery' of genocide charge

Vatican revamps norms to evaluate visions of Mary as it adapts to Internet age and combats hoaxers

Expert Opinion

Susan Campbell (opinion): Ignoring history seems to be repeating

Susan Campbell (opinion): Ignoring history seems to be repeating

You cannot oppose looking at all of history and then cherry-pick the racist bad acts you don’t like, writes columnist Susan Campbell.

(Opinion) State lawmakers make last-minute changes

"Temporary approaches hardly address our state’s future when it comes to helping Connecticut’s youngest generations," writes columnist Jonathan L. Wharton

Opinion: The arresting story of the mother of Mother's Day

Opinion: The arresting story of the mother of Mother's Day

Columnist John Breunig explains why the founder of Mother's Day believed the purest gift was a simple note of gratitude to mom.

Robert Miller: Yale's Peabody Museum brings you back to Age of Dinosaurs

Robert Miller: Yale's Peabody Museum brings you back to Age of Dinosaurs

Peabody Museum of Natural History's Burke Hall of Dinosaurs displays the brontosaurus, the triceratops and the fossil tracks dinosaurs left when they strode CT.

Susan Campbell (opinion): Final lessons for Class of 2024

Susan Campbell (opinion): Final lessons for Class of 2024

Columnist Susan Campbell sneaks in a last few pieces of advice for Class of '24: 'Adulting isn’t that challenging'

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CT spot's 'Beauty and the Beast' dining is over the top

CT spot's 'Beauty and the Beast' dining is over the top

Explore Stonington: Shoreline charm

Explore Stonington: Shoreline charm

CT Magazine's top Mediterranean, Greek spots for 2024

CT Magazine's top Mediterranean, Greek spots for 2024

Local bagel shops offer authentic taste in every bite

Local bagel shops offer authentic taste in every bite

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Sports

How CT Sun coach Stephanie White became basketball TV analyst

How CT Sun coach Stephanie White became basketball TV analyst

Outside of the Sun, White works with ESPN, FOX, the NBA and the Big Ten Network when calling games.

Thursday's Roundup: Trumbull softball beats Warde in FCIAC quarterfinal

A look around the Connecticut high school sports scene for Thursday, May 16, 2024

What you need to know about girls lacrosse conference tournaments

What you need to know about girls lacrosse conference tournaments

How a CT multi-sport athlete became nation's top lacrosse player

Matthew Jeffery, center, of Cheshire looks for a shot against Notre Dame-West Haven in the first half in Cheshire on April 9, 2024.

What you need to know about 2024 Core Hydration Classic in Hartford

Gold Medalist Simone Biles of USA poses for photographs on the podium for the Women's Floor Final during Day Nine of the 2023 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships on October 08, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

Boys and girls golf top performances (May 17)

Waterbury Coop's Laniah Moffett watches her approach shot on Hole 1 during a CIAC high school golf match against Holy Cross and Seymour at The Golf Club at Oxford Greens in Oxford, Conn., Thursday, May 9, 2024. Moffett made bogey on the hole.

ESPN has record ratings for Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut vs. CT Sun

Connecticut Sun forward Brionna Jones (42) blocks a shot by Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark ( 22) in the second half of a WNBA basketball game, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Uncasville, Conn.

How CT Sun coach Stephanie White became basketball TV analyst

How CT Sun coach Stephanie White became basketball TV analyst

Outside of the Sun, White works with ESPN, FOX, the NBA and the Big Ten Network when calling games.

How a CT multi-sport athlete became nation's top lacrosse player

Matthew Jeffery, center, of Cheshire looks for a shot against Notre Dame-West Haven in the first half in Cheshire on April 9, 2024.

Boys and girls golf top performances (May 17)

Waterbury Coop's Laniah Moffett watches her approach shot on Hole 1 during a CIAC high school golf match against Holy Cross and Seymour at The Golf Club at Oxford Greens in Oxford, Conn., Thursday, May 9, 2024. Moffett made bogey on the hole.

Thursday's Roundup: Trumbull softball beats Warde in FCIAC quarterfinal

A look around the Connecticut high school sports scene for Thursday, May 16, 2024

What you need to know about girls lacrosse conference tournaments

What you need to know about girls lacrosse conference tournaments

What you need to know about 2024 Core Hydration Classic in Hartford

Gold Medalist Simone Biles of USA poses for photographs on the podium for the Women's Floor Final during Day Nine of the 2023 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships on October 08, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

ESPN has record ratings for Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut vs. CT Sun

Connecticut Sun forward Brionna Jones (42) blocks a shot by Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark ( 22) in the second half of a WNBA basketball game, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Uncasville, Conn.

UConn

UConn women's basketball's Lou Lopez Sénéchal makes WNBA debut

The former Husky missed all last season in the WNBA after getting surgery to repair loose...

UConn's Lou Lopez Senechal (11) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the finals of the Big East Conference tournament at Mohegan Sun Arena, Monday, March 6, 2023, in Uncasville, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

UConn's Alex Karaban likely to wait until 'last minute' to make NBA decision

Alex Karaban is eligible for the NBA Draft, but he retains the option of returning to...

Alex Karaban meets media at NBA Draft Combine on Tuesday in Chicago.

Top recruit Sarah Strong officially signs with UConn women's basketball

UConn's Sarah Strong is a 6-foot-2 forward and was a McDonald's All-American.

East forward Sarah Strong (21) shoots over West forward Kennedy Smith, left, during the first quarter of the McDonald's All-American girls' basketball game Tuesday, April 2, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

Ex-UConn men's basketball player Rakim Lubin dies at age 28

Rakim Lubin played for the UConn Huskies and head coach Kevin Ollie during the 2014-15...

Bryant's Joe O'Shea (10) grabs a rebound from Connecticut's Rakim Lubin (14) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Storrs, Conn., on Friday, Nov. 14, 2014. Lubin died on May 12, 2024 at 28. (AP Photo/Fred Beckham)

What UConn's Stephon Castle said about his NBA aspirations

Stephon Castle averaged 11.1 points and earned Big East Freshman of the Year.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 06: Stephon Castle #5 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts in the second half against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game at State Farm Stadium on April 06, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Could UConn's Paige Bueckers have starring role in ESPN documentary?

Ex-Iowa star Caitlin Clark had the starring role in four-episode series that debuted last...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 05: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Iowa Hawkeyes and Paige Bueckers #5 of the UConn Huskies look on in the second half during the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on April 05, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Why Donovan Clingan will have NBA adjustment after two titles at UConn

Donovan Clingan has lost 11 games the past three years between UConn and Bristol Central...

UConn's Donovan Clingan meets with reporters at NBA Draft Combine.

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Real Estate

Manchester OKs tax breaks for reuse of 98-year-old Masonic Temple

Manchester OKs tax breaks for reuse of 98-year-old Masonic Temple

The 98-year-old building has sat vacant since the order that built it merged with another in 2023.

CT house with ties to Revolutionary War battle listed for almost $1M

This CT city is getting a new gym with pickleball and a saltwater pool

Hartford rents grew far faster than wages since COVID, report says

Meriden Wells Fargo branch recently hit by car will close

Politics

Protests are planned in Serbia against a real estate project financed by Trump's son-in-law Kushner

Protests are planned in Serbia against a real estate project financed by Trump's son-in-law Kushner

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Opposition groups in Serbia are planning protests against a real estate development project that will be financed by the firm of Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, at...

Arrest of former CT school construction chief disappoints: 'Embarrassing day'

The arrest of Kosta Diamantic, former school construction chief, disappointed General Assembly leaders.

UConn initiative aims to engage CT Puerto Ricans in policy, community, histo

UConn initiative aims to engage CT Puerto Ricans in policy, community, histo

LeBorious endorsed to run for 59th House District

Enfield and East Windsor Democrats have unanimously endorsed Rick LeBorious as the Democratic candidate for state representative in the 59th House District

Michael Cohen pressed on his crimes and lies as defense attacks key Trump hush money trial witness

Michael Cohen departs his apartment building on his way to Manhattan criminal court, Thursday, May 16, 2024, in New York. The prosecutors’ star witness in the hush money case against former President Donald Trump is returning to the witness stand as defense lawyers try to chip away at Cohen’s crucial testimony implicating the former president.

Auditors: CT health insurance exchange failed to report three data breaches

FILE PHOTO — Two children who went missing during a visit with their father in Puerto Rico in 2021 were initially taken to live in Hartford, according to U.S. marshals.

Amy Kremer helped organize the pro-Trump Jan. 6 rally. Now she is seeking a Georgia seat on the RNC

FILE -- In this Jan. 6, 2021 file photo Amy Kremer, founder and chair of Women for America First, speaks in Washington, at a rally in support of President Donald Trump. Kremer, who helped organize the rally that preceded the violent storming of the Capitol building, is running for a seat on the Republican National Committee from Georgia in a party election on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Kremer say the national party hasn't done enough to support Trump and protect his supporters.

Protests are planned in Serbia against a real estate project financed by Trump's son-in-law Kushner

Protests are planned in Serbia against a real estate project financed by Trump's son-in-law Kushner

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Opposition groups in Serbia are planning protests against a real estate development project that will be financed by the firm of Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, at...

LeBorious endorsed to run for 59th House District

Enfield and East Windsor Democrats have unanimously endorsed Rick LeBorious as the Democratic candidate for state representative in the 59th House District

Auditors: CT health insurance exchange failed to report three data breaches

FILE PHOTO — Two children who went missing during a visit with their father in Puerto Rico in 2021 were initially taken to live in Hartford, according to U.S. marshals.

Arrest of former CT school construction chief disappoints: 'Embarrassing day'

The arrest of Kosta Diamantic, former school construction chief, disappointed General Assembly leaders.

UConn initiative aims to engage CT Puerto Ricans in policy, community, histo

UConn initiative aims to engage CT Puerto Ricans in policy, community, histo

Michael Cohen pressed on his crimes and lies as defense attacks key Trump hush money trial witness

Michael Cohen departs his apartment building on his way to Manhattan criminal court, Thursday, May 16, 2024, in New York. The prosecutors’ star witness in the hush money case against former President Donald Trump is returning to the witness stand as defense lawyers try to chip away at Cohen’s crucial testimony implicating the former president.

Amy Kremer helped organize the pro-Trump Jan. 6 rally. Now she is seeking a Georgia seat on the RNC

FILE -- In this Jan. 6, 2021 file photo Amy Kremer, founder and chair of Women for America First, speaks in Washington, at a rally in support of President Donald Trump. Kremer, who helped organize the rally that preceded the violent storming of the Capitol building, is running for a seat on the Republican National Committee from Georgia in a party election on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Kremer say the national party hasn't done enough to support Trump and protect his supporters.

Lifestyle

What to stream this weekend: 'Bridgerton,' Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik albums, 'American Fiction'

What to stream this weekend: 'Bridgerton,' Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik albums, 'American Fiction'

This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include new music from Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik, the Oscar-winning “American Fiction” lands on Prime Video and “Bridgerton” returns to Netflix....

Teen who ate spicy tortilla chip died of high chile consumption and had a heart defect, autopsy says

A medical examiner says a Massachusetts teen who participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge died from ingesting a substance “with a high capsaicin concentration.”

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

CT actor, ‘Dinner for Schmucks’ star releases ‘Selfish’

A MILLION LITTLE THINGS - "guilty" - Gary takes a big step and confronts his past, while Maggie finally talks to Eric. Meanwhile, Regina's adoption news to her mother causes tension to their already complex relationship on an all-new episode of ABC's "A Million Little Things," airing THURSDAY, FEB. 6 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (Jack Rowand/ABC via Getty Images) STEPHANIE SZOSTAK, JAMES RODAY

Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii crowned Miss USA after previous winner resigned, citing mental health

In this image provided by the Office of Governor Josh Green, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green crowns Savannah Gankiewicz Miss USA 2023 on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Honolulu. Gankiewicz was crowned on Wednesday, more than a week after the previous titleholder resigned citing her mental health. (Office of Governor Josh Green, M.D. via AP)

CANNES DIARY: Behind the scenes of the 2024 film festival

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Megalopolis' at the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Thursday, May 16, 2024. (Photo by Daniel Cole/Invision/AP)

Census Bureau estimates: Detroit population rises after decades of decline, South dominates growth

FILE - The Detroit skyline is seen, May 12, 2020, in Detroit. The city of Detroit — which has seen an exodus of tens of thousands of people — since the 1950s — has grown in population for the first in more than six decades, according to U.S. Census estimates. Data released Thursday, May 16, 2024, show Detroit's population rose by 1,852 people from 631,366 in 2022 to 633,218 last year.

What to stream this weekend: 'Bridgerton,' Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik albums, 'American Fiction'

What to stream this weekend: 'Bridgerton,' Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik albums, 'American Fiction'

This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include new music from Billie Eilish and Zayn Malik, the Oscar-winning “American Fiction” lands on Prime Video and “Bridgerton” returns to Netflix....

CT actor, ‘Dinner for Schmucks’ star releases ‘Selfish’

A MILLION LITTLE THINGS - "guilty" - Gary takes a big step and confronts his past, while Maggie finally talks to Eric. Meanwhile, Regina's adoption news to her mother causes tension to their already complex relationship on an all-new episode of ABC's "A Million Little Things," airing THURSDAY, FEB. 6 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (Jack Rowand/ABC via Getty Images) STEPHANIE SZOSTAK, JAMES RODAY

CANNES DIARY: Behind the scenes of the 2024 film festival

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Megalopolis' at the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Thursday, May 16, 2024. (Photo by Daniel Cole/Invision/AP)

Teen who ate spicy tortilla chip died of high chile consumption and had a heart defect, autopsy says

A medical examiner says a Massachusetts teen who participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge died from ingesting a substance “with a high capsaicin concentration.”

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii crowned Miss USA after previous winner resigned, citing mental health

In this image provided by the Office of Governor Josh Green, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green crowns Savannah Gankiewicz Miss USA 2023 on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Honolulu. Gankiewicz was crowned on Wednesday, more than a week after the previous titleholder resigned citing her mental health. (Office of Governor Josh Green, M.D. via AP)

Census Bureau estimates: Detroit population rises after decades of decline, South dominates growth

FILE - The Detroit skyline is seen, May 12, 2020, in Detroit. The city of Detroit — which has seen an exodus of tens of thousands of people — since the 1950s — has grown in population for the first in more than six decades, according to U.S. Census estimates. Data released Thursday, May 16, 2024, show Detroit's population rose by 1,852 people from 631,366 in 2022 to 633,218 last year.

Things To Do

Eclipse in Connecticut: Planetariums, science centers prep for rare event

Though Connecticut is not in the path of totality, a number of Connecticut's planetariums...

A couple is seen observing the annular solar eclipse with special sun filter glasses at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

Night Nation Run, a running music festival, to be held in Hartford in September

Billed as the "world's first running music festival," Night Nation Run will be held at...

Energetic DJ standing in front of dancing people in club.

Holy Land, abandoned CT theme park, subject of new photography exhibit

"Ruins of a Holy Land," a photography exhibit by Joy Bush will feature a collection of...

Ruins of a Holy Land: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush will feature a collection of photos taken of Holy Land USA by Bush since the late '80s.

90s Con in CT: What to know about the celebrity-filled convention

90s Con returns to Connecticut this year with celebrities like Susan Sarandon, Geena...

(L-R) Dave Coulier, Candace Cameron Bure, Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin attend 90s Con held at Connecticut Convention Center on March 18, 2023 in Hartford, Connecticut.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in CT with parades around the state

Around Connecticut, cities like New Haven and Norwalk host parades for the community to...

Greenwich Hibernians Patrick Duffy, left, and Maurice Clarke march with banner of Saint Patrick during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Field Point Road in Greenwich, Conn on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

'Mrs. Roper Romp' returns to CT with Branford event in April

Inspired by the iconic character of Mrs. Helen Roper from the '70s sitcom "Three's...

Inspired by Helen Roper from the iconic TV show “Three’s Company,” a “Roper Romp” was held in Bethel on Sunday, Oct. 22. Attendees strolled down Greenwood Avenue while bar hopping in costume. Were you SEEN?

Mystic Seaport Museum earns spot on USA Today's best museums list

The Mystic Seaport Museum has earned a spot on USA Today's list of the 10 best open air...

MYSTIC SEAPORT MUSEUM, MYSTIC, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES - 2020/09/12: The Thompson Exhibition Building is the newest addition to the Mystic Seaport Museum. (Photo by John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images)

These A-list musicians are coming to CT this summer

Lainey Wilson, Pitbull, Peso Pluma and Blink-182 are just some of the recognizable names...

Phish perform during night one of their four-night run at Sphere on April 18, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Entertainment

Granger on Film: 'Kingdom' offers epic, adventurous 'Apes' sequel

On the Granger Gauge of 1 to 10, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is an epic,...

From left, Raka (Peter Macon), Noa (Owen Teague) and Mae (Freya Allan) in "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes." (20th Century Studios/TNS)

Netflix's 'Zero Day,' starring Robert De Niro, films near CT border

The Netflix show received approval from the Rye Brook Board of Trustees in February to...

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 27: Robert De Niro and Cuyle Carvin are seen on the set of "Zero Day" on Wall Street on April 27, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

Greenwich International Film Festival shares winner of $10k social impact prize

A year-round Connecticut event, Greenwich International Film Festival is celebrating...

A still from "999 the Forgotten Girls," winner of Greenwich International Film Festival's 2024 Best Social Impact Film Award.

Westport Dog Festival returns this weekend for its eighth year

The Westport event, which benefits dog-related nonprofit organizations across Connecticut,...

The 7th Annual Westport Dog Festival was held on Sunday, May 21. The canine-themed festival featured activities for both humans and pups alike including obstacle courses, food trucks and adoptable dogs. Were you SEEN?

Derby's Sterling Opera House to be featured in Discovery Plus show

The Discovery show will investigate mysteries and "hidden secrets" in the 125-year-old...

The Sterling Opera House, in Derby, Conn. Dec. 29, 2021. The Opera House was built in 1885.

See this Viking ship at CT's Mystic Seaport Museum before it returns to Norway

After seven years, the Draken Viking ship will leave Mystic Seaport Museum and head home...

The Viking ship replica, Draken, at sea in Norwegian waters.

Rock band Cage the Elephant emerge from loss and hospitalization with new album 'Neon Pill'

To say Cage the Elephant’s latest album had a turbulent birth would be an...

FILE - Matt Shultz, left, and Nick Bockrath of Cage The Elephant perform at the All In Music & Arts Festival on Sept. 4, 2022, in Indianapolis. The band has a new album called "Neon Pill." (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)

Anitta defends her Afro-Brazilian faith after new music video costs her some followers

Brazil’s biggest pop star, Anitta, has released a music video depicting rituals of the...

FILE - Brazilian singer Anitta performs during the Global Citizen Festival at Central Park in New York, Sept. 23, 2023. Anitta released a music video Tuesday, May 14, 2024, depicting rituals of the Afro-Brazilian faith Candomble, sparking some controversy. It is a rare personal offering from the artist, who grew up practicing the religion in Rio de Janeiro’s north zone.

What is the celebrity 'blockout' over the war in Gaza?

Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the...

FILE - A man uses a cell phone in New Orleans on Aug. 11, 2019. Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they've taken to a "blockout" to pressure the stars to take a stand. For the blockout, users put a block on seeing any and all content from the accounts of certain celebrities on social media platforms including X, TikTok and Instagram.

Soulful singer Michael McDonald looks back in his new memoir, 'What a Fool Believes'

Something stopped Michael McDonald from telling his story publicly — him. The Rock &...

FILE - Michael McDonald, of the Doobie Brothers, poses for a portrait at Show Biz Studios in Los Angeles on Aug. 17, 2021. McDonald has a new memoir titled, "What a Fool Believes."

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