Major Changes To Crime, Pot Laws Pass Legislature In CT: What You Need To Know

Good Monday morning Connecticut,

Another windy day is on tap, and a special weather statement has been issued for northern sections of the state for the chance of "elevated fire weather concerns" due to 30 mph wind gusts and a "very dry air mass." In southern Connecticut, we can expect wind gusts up to 32 mph on Monday.

WTNH News 8 chief meteorologist Gil Simmons wrote on Facebook, "Wind gusts between 20 mph and 40 mph! This will raise the pollen count and also the fire danger!" The week ahead forecast looks sunny through Friday and temperatures into the 70s and possibly 80s by Thursday. Rain showers are possible on Saturday and Sunday.

Here are the news stories trending across Connecticut on Monday:

New Crime Bill Adopted By Legislature In CT: 5 Things To Know

A bipartisan bill passed the state legislature and will head to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk. Here is what to know.>>>Read More.

CT Updates Cannabis Law: 5 Things To Know

The state legislature passed a bill that will make gifting cannabis stricter if signed into law.>>>Read More.

Man Charged In Fatal Stabbing: Police

A man is being held on $1,000,000 bond in connection with a fatal stabbing.>>>Read More.

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