Tree Falls On Car With Children Inside: CT News

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Tree Falls On Car With Children Inside

Three children were inside a vehicle when a tree fell on the car, destroying it. Firefighters shared a photo of the damage.>>>Read More.

Man Charged In Murder-For-Hire Plot: Police

Police said the accused told his cellmate he wanted a 29-year-old woman, her 23-year-old boyfriend, a 10-year-old girl, and a 1-year-old girl killed.>>>Read More.

Statement On Potential Bird Flu Risk Released By CT Officials

The statement comes after a patient in Texas infected with bird flu became the first person in the U.S. to contract the illness from cattle.>>>Read More.

2 National Retailers Opening New Stores In Town: Report

Both national retailers plan to open in a local shopping center, according to a new report.>>>Read More.

Mom Critically Injured In Crash, Community Rallies To Assist

Police said one person was transported from the scene by Lifestar helicopter to an area hospital.>>>Read More.

American Crossword Puzzle Tournament Returns To CT

Billed as the world's largest crossword puzzle tournament, the much-anticipated event returns this weekend.>>>Read More.

Office Building Hits The Auction Block

An office building facing foreclosure is up for auction.>>>Read More.

25 Years Prison For Man Who Murdered His Child's Mother

The man strangled the woman to death, bought a shovel and buried her body behind a restaurant dumpster, police said.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• 1 Pedestrian Seriously Injured Following Hit-And-Run
• Man, 20, Charged In Fatal Car Vs. Motorcycle Crash: PD
• Arrest Made In Stabbing During Vehicle-Related Larceny
• Residents Facing Charges For SNAP Benefit Fraud
• Violent Crime Problem Targeted By Feds

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