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Student Dies After Drowning On Field Trip: Police

A police officer went to the pool area and began helping the child before he was taken to a local hospital, according to police.>>>Read More.


Schools' Employee Struck Child, 6: PD

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When officers got there, they "developed probable cause" that a school employee struck a 6-year-old student during lunch, police said.>>>Read More.


Burglars Hit Over 40 Fire-Damaged Apartments, Police Say

"This crime is particularly disturbing because it victimized people who had already suffered a tremendous loss," the police chief said.>>>Read More.


Double Shooting Reported; 2 Hospitalized

Police are investigating a double shooting.>>>Read More.


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Car Dealership Anticipates Selling Toyota Franchise

Money from the sale will go to resolve litigation which claims the dealer owes about $5 million, court documents show.>>>Read More.


Chick-fil-A To Celebrate Local Hunger Relief Efforts

The site will celebrate its first anniversary this week with family activities and recognition of local partnerships.>>>Read More.


Wiffle Ball Tourney To Honor Fallen HS Grad Killed By Drunk Driver

The Luke Roux Foundation hosts a Wiffle ball tournament this weekend to promote impaired driving awareness.>>>Read More.


UConn Athlete Performance Experts Say World Cup Needs More Built-In Water Breaks

A group of U.S. experts that includes UConn staffers has called on FIFA to implement more extensive heat mitigation measures.>>>Read More.

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