School District Sued Over ‘Critical Race Theory’ Claims: CT News

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across Connecticut. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Lawsuit Against School Leaders Claims Critical Race Theory Being Taught In School

A federal lawsuit filed against the local school system alleges schools' have discriminated against their families and school-age children "after the parents opposed the implementation of critical race theory." School leaders said they expect the lawsuit to be dismissed.>>>Read More.

Teacher Behind Pro-Diversity Worksheet May Face Discipline, Officials Say

The worksheet, distributed to high school English students, was a writing glossary for various racial and gender terms. Multiple residents and some board members heavily criticized the teacher and the worksheet.>>>Read More.

College Student Fighting For Her Life After ‘Horrific’ Crash, Family Says

The 19-year-old crash victim was returning home from work and was involved in a head-on collision and is in critical condition.>>>Read More.

Joe Rogan: Connecticut 'Has No Hope'

Popular podcast host and comedian Joe Rogan seemingly has no love for Connecticut and said it "wasn't a real state.">>>Read More.

Mass Layoffs Expected As ShopRite Store In CT Announces Closing

A prominent grocery store will close this fall, which will result in dozens of layoffs.>>>Read More.

Another Connecticut Denny's Location In CT Closes After More Than 45 Years In Business

The 24-hour chain restaurant made its debut in 1976.>>>Read more.

Local Cinema To Temporarily Close; Wait For Better Movies

The owners said they will wait for Hollywood to release better movies before it reopens.>>>Read More.

WATCH: Emergency Responders Save Couple During Blaze

The posted footage was from a fire that badly damaged a house and shows how a couple was saved from the fire.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• 1 Dead, 2 Injured In Shooting On Major Interstate, Victim IDs Released: State Police
• Connecticut Man Involved In Jan. 6 Capitol Breach, Guilty On 9 Counts
• Owner Of New Connecticut Dairy Queen Eyes Out-Of-Town Expansion
• New Plans For Former Hometown Buffet Site Revealed
• Iconic Pizzeria Featured In Movie Plans Expansion: Report
• UConn, Ollie Announce $3.9 Million Settlement In Remaining Litigation
• Eurasian Wading Bird, The Rarely-Spotted 'Ruff', Seen At State Park
• Town Employee's Home Destroyed In Fire, Family Needs Help
• Bear Crashes 2-Year-Old’s Birthday Party: WATCH

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