Category: Local News
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City of Waterbury Closes Offices for Non-Essential Employees Due to Winter Storm
According to the city, nearly 20 inches of snow has already fallen, with additional snowfall expected through the morning and into the early afternoon. Officials say road conditions remain dangerous, and public safety is the administration’s top priority.
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Waterbury Public Schools Under Investigation for Alleged Title IX Violations
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Waterbury Public Schools over Title IX compliance and transgender athlete policies, placing the city at the center of a national civil rights debate.
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Waterbury Students Invited to Compete for $100,000 Scholarship in 2026 National Civics Bee
Waterbury middle school students can compete for a $100,000 scholarship in the 2026 National Civics Bee. Regional event May 7 at City Hall.
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PEACE STARTS WITH US: AIΞ Academy Hosts MLK Unity Day Clinic in Waterbury
On Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day, AIΞ Academy brings Waterbury athletes together for a basketball clinic rooted in unity, leadership, and mental health. Featuring college-level instruction, guest speakers, and competitive play, the MLK Unity Day Clinic uses the game to deliver lessons that extend far beyond the court.
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Refuse and Recycling Collection Schedule Changes in Waterbury
Waterbury announces changes to refuse and recycling collection in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026. View the adjusted pickup schedule.
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City of Waterbury Provides Update on Thomaston Avenue Water Main Break and 42-Inch Sliplining Project
The City of Waterbury says repairs to the Thomaston Avenue water main break are nearly complete as final testing continues on the 42-inch sliplining project.
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Five Years After January 6: What Has Changed — Nationally, in Connecticut, and in Waterbury
Five years after the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, the nation continues to wrestle with its political and civic последствия. From shifts in federal accountability to renewed focus on local civic engagement, the legacy of January 6 is no longer confined to Washington — it is reflected in communities like Waterbury, where…
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Multiple Victims Critically Injured in Head-On Crash on Bunker Hill Avenue in Waterbury
A head-on collision on Bunker Hill Avenue sent five people—including two children—to area hospitals with life-threatening injuries, according to Waterbury Police.
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Blumenthal and Hayes Visit Waterbury After Water Main Crisis, Residents Question Timing
As federal officials arrive in Waterbury to discuss aid after a major water main break, residents are questioning whether the response is genuine urgency—or election-year optics following years of ignored warning signs.
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Waterbury’s Mayor Pernerewski Speaks on the Passing of WATR Legend Barbara Davitt
Waterbury remembers Barbara Davitt, the legendary voice of WATR and longtime host of Coffee Break, whose 61-year broadcasting legacy made her a trusted presence and champion of community life across generations.
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