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The Heart of it with Sean Martinelli | Stories that Inspire and Impact

Heartwarming

Step by step, cousins on are the run for their cause

Boston to NYC in a week to raise money for Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
People

Paid leave benefits may be available for people living with autism and their caregivers

Connecticut Paid Leave issued the reminder on Tuesday to recognize Autism Acceptance Month.
New Haven

Business owners in Fair Haven are fed up by the crime rate and drug use in the neighborhood. They demand city leaders and police do more

Dozens of people in New Haven's Fair Haven neighborhood are speaking out against a rise in crime that they feel is going unaddressed. They demand a better response.
In The News

Women's History Month | A time to reflect and celebrate

A look back at how women's history month got started, as well as some profiles of amazing women then and now that are breaking barriers and inspiring others.
Local News

Arkansas man born on leap day finally celebrating 21st birthday after 84 years

There's nothing like turning 21— but most people don't have to wait 84 years to get there! Meet Lee Muncy, a Leap Day baby finally celebrating a special milestone.
People

Those with and without a home impacted by plunging Connecticut temperatures

Officials say about 250 people will be sleeping in a tent or encampment, including 30 kids on Thursday night.
Severe Weather

Plunging temps in Connecticut to impact those with homes, and those without

Officials say about 250 people will be sleeping in a tent or encampment, including 30 kids on Thursday night.
Local News

Miss Colorado, US Air Force Officer makes history as Miss America

Madison Marsh is the first active duty servicemember to ever win the Miss America title.
Money

Agencies announce task force to address severity of homelessness in Connecticut

Multiple agencies will be teaming up to make sure the proper resources and tools will be easily accessible by homeless individuals and families.
People

Hitting the gym for your new year's resolution? Here's what you need to know

Getting in your best shape can be hard enough, but just joining a gym can cause some challenges as well.
Community

'Push! Push!': Former NFL punter delivers baby on side of highway in Ohio

Woodridge alum Hunter Niswander and his wife Corinne had the unexpected delivery a few weeks ago on 422 West.

New Haven resident's Cash5 ticket wins top prize in Oct. 30 drawing: CT Lottery

Man dead after shooting, car crash in Hartford: Police

FORECAST: Warming Election Day; possible record warmth Wednesday

Spanish residents appeal for help, 3 days after historic floods left at least 158 dead

FOX 61 | Connecticut breaking news, weather, traffic, sports and social media

The Heart of it with Sean Martinelli | Stories that Inspire and Impact

Step by step, cousins on are the run for their cause

Paid leave benefits may be available for people living with autism and their caregivers

Business owners in Fair Haven are fed up by the crime rate and drug use in the neighborhood. They demand city leaders and police do more

Women's History Month | A time to reflect and celebrate

Arkansas man born on leap day finally celebrating 21st birthday after 84 years

Those with and without a home impacted by plunging Connecticut temperatures

Plunging temps in Connecticut to impact those with homes, and those without

Miss Colorado, US Air Force Officer makes history as Miss America

Agencies announce task force to address severity of homelessness in Connecticut

Hitting the gym for your new year's resolution? Here's what you need to know

'Push! Push!': Former NFL punter delivers baby on side of highway in Ohio

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