Top Trending Stories

1. Ongoing Deadlock at Raul Valle Trial (Shelton)
The jury remains deadlocked 11–1 on the murder charge in the Raul Valle case. Deliberations resumed after jurors reported they couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict. This high-stakes trial over the fatal stabbing of 17‑year‑old James McGrath continues to dominate legal headlines.

2. Scorching Heat Wave Grips the State
Temperatures across inland Connecticut are soaring, feeling like 100 °F or higher. Heat advisories are affecting residents statewide—stay cool and stay safe.

🔔 Other Noteworthy News

• Deadlocked Jury in Shelton Murder Trial – Another high-profile trial remains unresolved, with jurors at an impasse.
• Durham Crash Claims Young Life – A 22‑year‑old driver lost their life in a serious collision.
• Rocky Hill Hazmat Emergency – DEEP is responding to a hazardous materials incident at a condo complex.
• East Haven Hit‑and‑Run Charge – A 28‑year‑old woman faces charges following a hit‑and‑run incident.
• Middletown Speed Cameras Go Live – Automated tickets are now rolling out from newly installed speed cameras.
• Waterbury Man Arrested for June Stabbing – A local man has been charged with murder in connection to a stabbing.
• Derby’s Discolored Tap Water – Some residents report brown or discolored water flowing from faucets
• Council Reopens Wethersfield Flag Policy – Town leaders to revisit local flag display rules at an upcoming meeting.
• Manchester Woman Killed After Midnight Crash – A fatal crash early Tuesday took the life of a local woman.
• Trump Tariffs Could Hurt CT Small Biz – Concerns grow about President Trump’s tariff plans and their impact on Connecticut businesses.
• Lyme Disease Cases Among Top 10 Nationally – Connecticut is one of the states reporting the highest Lyme disease rates in 2023.
• Stratford Ferry Blvd Crash Victim Identified – Police confirm a 75‑year‑old Bridgeport man was killed in the collision.
• July 4th Boat Explosion Injures Family – A family, including three brothers, was hurt in a post‑holiday boat blast.