Fatal Wrong-Way Crash + $2M Scratch Lottery Ticket Sold: CT News

There was plenty of news across Connecticut on Wednesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories.

2 Dead, 2 Injured In Head-On, Wrong Way Crash: Police

A crash left two people dead and hospitalized two others, state police said.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Middle School Student Charged After Mentioning 'Hit List'

A middle school student is accused of making concerning statements and mentioning a "hit list," according to reports.>>>Read More.

Bonuses On Way For Teachers Who Hung In

School employees will be thanked for their commitments to the district with retention bonuses.>>>Read More.

Winning Scratch Ticket Worth $2 Million Sold At Store

Two people split the winnings from a ticket bought at the store.>>>Read More.

Town Hiring Armed School Security Officers

Three positions are open.>>>Read More.

Police Department Seeks Help To Solve 41-Year-Old Cold Case

Police officer Kenneth E. Bateman, Jr. was shot and killed May 31, 1981. Police are asking for the public's help to solve the case.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Shooter Cop Spared Prison Time
• CT Begins Testing For Mosquito-Borne Viral Diseases
• Roofer Dies Who Fell 40 Feet At University: UPDATE
• Bank Robbery Suspect Identified: Police
• 'Rebuilt' McDonald's Grand Reopening Celebration June 2
• 2 Charged In Connection With Sexual Assault Of A Minor: PD

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