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Flood watch issued for parts of CT. ‘Excessive rainfall’ to begin this afternoon

July 28, 2026 at 8:43 am

CT scientists study ‘bio controls’ to check invasive weed spread. Fly larvae tested called ‘bulldozers’

"We have shown we can reduce herbicide rates by three fourths of what they normally use and we can reduce those numbers of applications from say five in a year to one or two a year.”

Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station scientist Jeremiah Foley examines the invasive aquatic weed hydrilla being grown in a station lab in New Haven. (Edmund H. Mahony.)

The Windsor Locks Public Library. (Don Stacom/The Hartford Courant)

In midst of angry budget clash, both sides in CT town agree: Don’t axe library spending

A completed phase of the $250 million Willow Creek redevelopment replaced the 1950s barracks-style buildings the Bowles Park housing complex in the northside of Hartford (Kenneth R. Gosselin/Hartford Courant)

CT municipality expands rental housing options with $250M project. Homeownership could be in future

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Alcohol containers allegedly found in car of CT woman charged in death of off-duty officer

File photo of West Hartford Town Hall.

18-year-old homeschooler to face town council member in CT House race

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Beloved 65-year-old CT drive-in goes up for sale. It has ‘customers who bring their grandchildren now’
Beloved 65-year-old CT drive-in goes up for sale. It has 'customers who bring their grandchildren now'
CT officials see a recent spate of serious motorcycle crashes. Here’s why
CT officials see a recent spate of serious motorcycle crashes. Here's why
18-year-old homeschooler to face town council member in CT House race
18-year-old homeschooler to face town council member in CT House race
Acclaimed chef’s work to star at CT restaurant. Every meal tells a story of culture, tradition, and society
Acclaimed chef's work to star at CT restaurant. Every meal tells a story of culture, tradition, and society
89-year-old CT man fulfills decades-long quest. It preserves recreation spot for future generations
89-year-old CT man fulfills decades-long quest. It preserves recreation spot for future generations
Flood watch issued for parts of CT. ‘Excessive rainfall’ to begin this afternoon
Flood watch issued for parts of CT. 'Excessive rainfall' to begin this afternoon
CT municipality expands rental housing options with $250M project. Homeownership could be in future
CT municipality expands rental housing options with $250M project. Homeownership could be in future
Woman allegedly found in CT hotel with juveniles charged with human trafficking offenses
Woman allegedly found in CT hotel with juveniles charged with human trafficking offenses
In midst of angry budget clash, both sides in CT town agree: Don’t axe library spending
In midst of angry budget clash, both sides in CT town agree: Don't axe library spending
Alcohol containers allegedly found in car of CT woman charged in death of off-duty officer
Alcohol containers allegedly found in car of CT woman charged in death of off-duty officer

Sports

Scottie Scheffler watches his shot at the 16th hole during the second round of the 2026 Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell on Friday, June 26, 2026. (Aaron Flaum/Hartford Courant)

No worries, Travelers Championship to remain one of PGA Tour’s top-tier for the foreseeable future

As the PGA Tour changes structure, The Travelers will remain among its premier events. It will be part of the "championship series" in 2028.

Connecticut News

U.S. Rep. John Larson spars with former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin at a debate of 1st Congressional District Democratic primary candidates Tuesday hosted by WTNH Channel 8. (Courtesy WTNH)

CT U.S. Rep. Larson draws political fire from challengers in 4-way primary debate

With only two weeks left before the crucial Democratic primary, three challengers directed their political fire Tuesday night on U.S. Rep. John B. Larson during their second televised debate. A 14-term incumbent, Larson remained as the center of attention as...

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A U.S. Army carry team moves a transfer case containing the remains of 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Dover Air Force Base, Del. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Pentagon ties new casualty category for renewed US-Iran fighting to the end of ‘Operation Epic Fury’

That characterization raises questions about properly counting the impact to U.S. service members.

PHOTOS: UConn stars perform at WNBA All-Star Game

Former UConn stars Paige Bueckers, Breanna Stewart and Gabby Williams were all part of the action at the WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago. The three Huskies were all in the "Team Coop" starting lineup, 129-122 losers to "Team Spoon" on...
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Entertainment

Movie Review: In ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ a lonely superhero grows up and looks inward

This latest film is a more somber and slower-moving affair.

Business

FILE – The opening page of X is displayed on a computer and phone, Oct. 16, 2023, in Sydney. (AP Photo/Rick Rycroft, File)

Elon Musk launches invite-only X Money with a Visa debit card, 6% yield and real-time transfers

X Money is using technology and banking services provided by Cross River Bank.

Opinion

The U.S. Capitol building is seen during "Salute to America 250" Fourth of July celebrations on the National Mall on July 04, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Gary Franks: A political lesson from the 1994 ‘Contract with America’

We need the best and brightest in their prime to govern us with honesty and...

National News

FILE – A Realbotix humanoid robot, center, speaks with attendees at a Realbotix booth during the CES tech show Jan. 8, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)

New York school pauses plan to deploy humanlike AI robot teacher after backlash

The female-looking robot was intended to help students studying robotics and technology fields.

Local News

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Motorcyclist dies following collision with pickup truck on Route 66 in Marlborough

State police said the tried passing the pickup driver as he was making a left...

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