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The Decline of the Inner‑City Barbershop: A Lost Classroom for Black Men For decades, the corner barbershop stood as more than a place for haircuts—it was a sanctuary for Black men. It served as an informal school: a space to exchange wisdom, debate ideas, find mentorship, and build trust. From Soulful Roots to “Super Business”…

BREAKING NEWS: Shots Fired in Hillside — Suspect at Large This just in — courtesy of Rick Kuhlman. WATERBURY, CT — Police are responding to reports of shots fired in the Hillside neighborhood late this morning. Authorities say the incident occurred on Woodlawn Terrace, where shell casings were recovered at the scene. According to preliminary reports, the suspect fled the…

Another Out-of-Towner, Another Tragedy in Waterbury By D.M. Livingston Waterbury, CT— Police are investigating the untimely death of 40-year-old Joseph McCarthy, a Torrington resident found dead Sunday evening inside an abandoned building on Cherry Street. According to authorities, there are no apparent suspicious circumstances at this time. The investigation is ongoing. But for those of…

A Walk Down Memory Lane: 25 Years Ago, America Had No President for Weeks Before Trump. Before Twitter. Before the country became so sharply divided that every election feels like an existential crisis — there was 2000. It’s been 25 years since America found itself in one of the most bizarre, uncertain political moments in…

Waterbury, CT — Late Sunday night, a Connecticut State Police cruiser was struck on I-84 westbound near Exit 23 while responding to an earlier crash.  The incident occurred around 10:44 p.m. Both the trooper and the driver of the vehicle that hit the cruiser sustained minor injuries and were transported to the hospital. Authorities have not…

This weekend, a tragic and chilling event unfolded in Minnesota that should serve as a wake-up call for all of us—especially here in Waterbury. Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman, a former Speaker of the House, and her husband were murdered in their home. A state senator and his wife were also shot in what authorities describe as targeted,…

Waterbury,CT- Isn’t it time we took a hard look at Connecticut’s court system—especially after the recent spree of crimes committed by repeat offenders released on parole, probation, or bail in Waterbury and beyond? Right now, our laws impose a mandatory 25-year minimum only in two cases: murder/felony murder and aggravated sexual assault of a minor. That’s it.…

🎉 Celebrating 250 Years of Service 🎖️ Today, June 14, 2025, marks a monumental milestone—the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday! 🇺🇸 From its inception in 1775, the Army has stood as a pillar of strength, resilience, and dedication. To honor this legacy, Washington, D.C., is hosting a grand celebration featuring: The festivities kick off at 11:00 AM EDT and culminate…

Waterbury Among 33 CT Cities to Join ‘No Kings’ Protest on Saturday Waterbury will be one of 33 cities across Connecticut holding rallies Saturday as part of the nationwide “No Kings” protest opposing the Trump administration. Events are planned in every U.S. state and more than a dozen countries. The protest follows a tense week…

By D.M.Livingston |Published| June 13 2025 Waterbury, CT- Public libraries are one of the last truly democratic spaces in America — free to enter, open to all, and rooted in the belief that knowledge should be accessible regardless of one’s income, background, or beliefs. They are a sanctuary for students, families, job-seekers, and lifelong learners.…