Man, 52, Drowned In River: Police: CT News

Good Friday morning Connecticut,

Once again, there is a lot of breaking news across the state. The weather forecast calls for low 80s and sunshine on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Here is a look at the top trending news stories from across the entire state. You can find your local Patch here.

Man, 52, Drowned In River: Police

A 52-year-old man died after he went for a swim in the river this week, police said.>>>Read More.

Infant Seriously Injured In CT; Police Investigate: Report

Police are investigating after a baby was seriously injured.>>>Read More.

Man Eludes Police Custody After CVS Incident, Police Say

The Police Department seeks 37-year-old suspect who fled the scene Thursday afternoon.>>>Read More.

CT Resident Person Of Interest In 60 Year-Old NY Cold-Case Homicide: Report

A Connecticut resident is among a list of possible suspects in a cold case dating back to 1959.>>>Read More.

Hiker Injured In Fall At State Park: Report

First responders were called to Gillette Castle State Park when a hiker was injured.>>>Read More.

Other news and notes:

WFSB 3 TV News Anchor Nicole Nalepa announced that "I’ve decided to start baby leave next week, which means it’ll be a little while until I see you all. I can’t thank you enough for all of the love & supportive messages!! Until then, can’t wait to share the baby news with you all!"

Traffic updates

CROMWELL - Road Work on I-91 Southbound between Exits 21 and 15 (9.9 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:30 am.

SALEM - Road Work on RT11 Northbound between Exits 5 and 6 (4.0 miles) in effect today until 4:02 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:02 am.

MERIDEN - Road Work on RT15 Southbound between Exits 67S and 66 in effect today until 3:30 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:03 am.

PLAINVILLE - Road Work on RT72 Eastbound between Exits 4 and 7 (2.1 miles) in effect today until 4:28 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:28 am.

NAUGATUCK - Road Work on RT8 Northbound between Exits 29 and 35 (4.0 miles) in effect today until 4:07 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:08 am.

BEACON FALLS - Road Work on RT8 Northbound between Exits 23 and 25 (2.5 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:13 am.

WATERBURY - Road Work on RT8 Southbound between Exits 33 and 30 (1.0 miles) in effect today until 3:19 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:19 am.

CHESTER - Road Work on RT9 Northbound between Exits 7 and 9 (5.2 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 8:55 am.