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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the workforce, Connecticut is expanding efforts to help students develop the skills they need to keep up with changing employer demands.

A proposed development project in Branford is at the center of attention for the town.

Lawmakers and municipal leaders are learning more about Amazon’s proposed drone delivery program as the state waits on regulatory approval.

On Wednesday afternoon, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker and Police Chief David Zannelli discussed the city’s new local laws and enforcement actions involving underage “juice bars” in downtown New Haven.

Bridgeport police are investigating two separate shootings Wednesday that left two injured, one with critical injuries, according to a city spokesperson.

Connecticut State Police are investigating a ‘disturbance’ in Westbrook Wednesday evening, during which LIFE STAR was requested, state police said.

Water service in the Fitchville neighborhood of Norwich will be temporarily turned off overnight Wednesday for a planned outage, according to Norwich Public Utilities (NPU).

The Clinton Police Department said it apprehended five juveniles who were allegedly driving a stolen vehicle in the area of Sols Point Road on Wednesday morning.

RT @DennisHouseTV: TONIGHT on your 6 o'clock news on WTNH News 8 the debate fallout. How it will impact you? A crackdown on underage drinking at public place, the first flu deaths in our state are being reported, another new train station, drone deliveries and how you can own a UConn relic.

Raising the bar for high school seniors in Hartford. Volunteers are helping students realize their full potential by helping with their college applications.

Activist Dolores Huerta, who helped co-found the National Farm Workers Association with César Chavez, has died. She was 96.

Desmond’s Army Animal Law Advocates is offering a $5,000 reward for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the abandonment and condition of a small white dog found in a Derby park on Tuesday.

The Cornell University Faculty Senate is set to debate a no-confidence vote on Wednesday against President Michael I. Kotlikoff after allegations of a 2024 gang rape at a campus fraternity that resulted in no criminal charges caused uproar around the country.

Every child deserves to feel included, especially when it comes to playtime, and one North Branford mom is helping make that possible. Watch @AlyssaRaeTaglia's full Wednesday's Warrior:

A high-speed train slammed into the rear of another train that had stopped, derailing two cars and killing at least 64 people on Wednesday in central Spain, authorities said, confirming the death toll had risen.

Halloween season is here, and News 8 wants to see your costumes and decorations! We may feature them in a newscast or on social media.

A high-speed train slammed into the rear of another train that had stopped, derailing two cars and killing at least 10 people on Wednesday in central Spain, authorities said.

East Haven fire officials are warning homeowners about the dangers of carbon monoxide after a man was found dead inside his home last week.

More clouds and seasonable again today, with temps climbing to around 60 degrees. Visit for the full forecast.

Connecticut homes are among the most generous in the nation toward trick-or-treaters as residents prefer full-size candy bars over the fun-size versions, according to a new study.