Connecticut

as seen on Sep 27

CT Town Steps Up Indoor Mask Enforcement

Officials in Easton are readily enforcing the town’s indoor mask mandate, a mandate that many in the community are happy to comply with. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.

New York Sep 23

Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4

Connecticut Sep 14

Push for Native American Curriculum in Schools Makes Gains

Connecticut and a handful of other states have recently decided to mandate students be taught about Native American culture and history

Torrington Sep 13

CT Man Faces Manslaughter, Drunk Driving Charges After Queens Crash

A man from Torrington is facing manslaughter and drunken driving charges after allegedly killing a man in a dirt bike accident on the Long Island Expressway, according to the Queens District County Attorney. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said 30-year-old Jorge Serrano is accused of striking a dirt bike and killing its rider. Serrano also allegedly hit a moped and…

rock climbing Sep 8

Connecticut Firefighter Dies in NY Rock Climbing Fall

A Connecticut firefighter fell to his death while rock climbing in New York on Monday, New York State police said. Stephen M. Buda III, 56, nearly reached the 200-foot mark of his climb at the Trapps Trailhead of the Mohonk Mountain Preserve in Gardiner when he fell, the Connecticut Post reported. Authorities said Buda was not wearing any climbing or safety…

ida Sep 3

CT State Trooper Dies After Car Was Swept Away

A Connecticut state trooper has died after his cruiser was swept away in floodwaters in Woodbury early Thursday morning.

New York Sep 2

Ida Wallops NYC: Everything You Need to Know

Team coverage of Hurricane Ida’s remnants in our area.

tri-state area Sep 5

Ida Tri-State Resource Guide: How to Help, List of Emergency Services and More

The deadly remnants of Hurricane Ida turned catastrophic as it advanced through the tri-state area — converting major highways into streams, flooding subways and streets and triggering states of emergency in New York and New Jersey. At least 43 people died, including a New York City toddler, and tens of thousands were overwhelmed by floods that ravaged the tri-state area…

ida Sep 2

WATCH Historic Rain, Tornado, Flash Floods: Ida Devastation Across NY, NJ

At least 23 people died, including a New York City toddler, and tens of thousands were overwhelmed by floods as the remnants of Hurricane Ida devastated the tri-state area overnight with historic rainfall, at least one tornado and savage winds.

safety during severe weather Sep 23

Caught In Flood Waters? What to Know to Stay Safe Before, During and After a Flood

Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the U.S. — because of this, it is important for you to know what to do before, during and after you are caught in a flood event, including a flash flood. Scroll for a complete guide on what you should know if you find yourself in a flooding situation. For the latest…

New York Sep 1

Ida's Remnants: Tri-State Braces for Rain, Flooding & Tornado Threat

All eyes are on the remnants of Hurricane Ida, which could bring tornadoes to our area. Matt Brickman and Chris Glorioso have team coverages.

New York Aug 28

Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4

New York Aug 27

Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4

A flash flood warning was triggered Friday afternoon for parts of New York City and nearby counties in northern New Jersey through 7 p.m. Friday.

covid-19 pandemic Aug 27

What's Next for the Tri-State After Supreme Court Blocks Eviction Ban?

New York’s eviction moratorium is set to expire at the end of August while New Jersey residents have protections through the end of 2021. NBC New York’s Romney Smith reports.