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How to Calculate Principal and Interest

Lenders multiply your outstanding balance by your annual interest rate and divide by 12, to determine how much interest you pay each month.

CT sending fire suppressions devices to towns for ballot drop boxes

The action is ‘pro-active’ following incidents in Washington and Oregon and is not a reflection of threats in Connecticut, officials said.

Funeral arrangements set for assistant fire chief in Newtown

NEWTOWN, CT (WFSB) - Wake and funeral arrangements have been announced for an assistant fire chief who died in Newtown.

Richard Gere and wife Alejandra's enormous Connecticut ranch they're leaving behind

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva have big plans ahead for their family. The Chicago actor, 75, and his wife, 41, who he married in 2018, are said to be packing up their home in Connecticut, US and moving to Alejandra's homeland, Spain.

Peek inside the real-life ‘Conjuring’ museum — where you need holy water to visit Annabelle

The world’s most famous paranormal-investigating couple left behind a museum full of real-life “haunted” relics they collected in their adventures – including the creepy doll that inspired the

Greenwich's early voting 'larger than anticipated,' registrar says, with more than 7,000 votes cast

Greenwich's early voting 'larger than anticipated,' registrar says, with more than 7K votes cast, making the town the 8th largest early voting community in CT.

CT landlords join call to increase housing development

Another group on Wednesday added its voice to the cohort clamoring for lawmakers to push towns to make it easier to build more apartments: landlords.

TGI Fridays abruptly shutters restaurants in tristate area amid bankruptcy rumors

TGI Friday’s has abruptly closed a slew of restaurants across the tristate area and beyond, leaving staffers and patrons alike in the lurch.

How Waterbury keeps voting secure and ballots safe

The registrars in Waterbury say they have a very organized system. Every night when early voting ends, those early voting ballots are taken and brought downstairs to the Town Clerk’s Office.

Shooting locks down campus of University of Bridgeport in Connecticut

The University of Bridgeport remained on lockdown Wednesday morning.A shooting happened Tuesday night at the campus dining hall.One person, who officials said w

They're middle-class and insured. Childbirth still left them with crippling debt.

Some families with private insurance have been left behind by the major health care reforms of the last few years, putting them at risk of high medical bills after having babies.

2024 CIAC football Week 8 by the numbers: Fun facts, figures from CT's high school football scene

CIAC high school football 2024 season Week 8 by the numbers with teams from the FCIAC, SCC, SWC, ECC, Pequot and NVL.

Steve Bannon spends his first day out of prison on the airwaves stumping for Trump

Longtime Donald Trump ally Steve Bannon has been released from prison after serving a four-month sentence for defying a subpoena in the congressional investigation into the U.S. Capitol attack on Jan.

From orchards and cider donuts to delicious recipes, here's a guide to everything apple in CT

Trees are still heavy with some varieties of apples, so we’re sharing recommendations for Connecticut’s best orchards, cider mills and apple cider donuts.

Former Democrat returns as GOP member to run in CT congressional race with focus on conspiracies

Once a supporter of social programs, Jim Griffin has focused his 1st Congressional District campaign on government conspiracies.

Meet the 20-year-old Democrat running a multimillion-dollar PAC targeting Gen Z

After getting into politics as a middle schooler, David Austin has raised $18 million on the theory that it takes a young person to reach young people.

Lockdown lifted at University of Bridgeport after shooting

In Connecticut, police have listed the lockdown on campus at the University of Bridgeport as they continue to search for a suspect after a shooting at the university on Tuesday.

Anthony Volpe poses for photo with Derek Jeter after World Series heroics

Get top local stories in Connecticut delivered to you every morning. Sign up for NBC Connecticut's News Headlines newsletter. Prior to the Instagram-worthy moment, Volpe sat down with Jeter and the FOX broadcast crew for an on-field postgame interview.

Lies, damned lies, and CT crime statistics

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What to expect in Connecticut on Election Day

Here’s a look at what to expect in the 2024 election in Connecticut: Nov. 5. 7 awarded to statewide winner. President: Harris (D) vs. Trump (R) vs. Jill Stein (Green) vs. Chase Oliver (Libertarian) vs. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. U.S. Senate: Murphy (D) vs. Corey (R) and two others.

Salt Hotels adds two New England properties to its growing boutique luxury line-up

Just when it seems like the major hotel conglomerates are gobbling up every cooler small brand they can find, independent-minded travelers can take solace: Cape Cod-based Salt Hotels is expanding on its own terms.

Steve Bannon released from prison just ahead of Election Day

Former White House strategist Steve Bannon has been released from prison with just week remaining before the presidential election, according to reports.

CT assistant fire chief killed by truck driver while crossing street

An assistant fire chief in Connecticut was killed by a truck driver while crossing the street Monday night in Newtown.

Emergency crews respond to 51 fires in the last week

Connecticut’s governor declared a state of emergency on Friday due to critically dry conditions and a lack of rainfall in Connecticut, heightened the risk of brushfires across the state.

Connecticut Is Kamala Harris’ Safe Bet This Election, Here’s What To Expect On November 5?

Two other candidates also are in the race. Five Democratic US House incumbents are seeking reelection. The most closely contested race is the 5th Congressional District in western Connecticut, where incumbent Rep. Jahana Hayes faces a rematch with Republican George Logan, who narrowly lost to Hayes in 2022.

Middlebury animal rescue temporarily waives adoption fees

Animal rescues are struggling statewide, with too many animals coming in and not enough people adopting. In Middlebury, Brass City Rescue Alliance is waiving adoption fees until Nov. 10, with the goal to incentivize more people to consider adopting.

Connecticut Sun fire head coach Stephanie White after semifinals loss

White went 55-25 in two seasons as the Sun's head coach. She went 7-7 in the postseason with two losses in the semifinal round, including a 3-2 loss to the Minnesota Lynx in 2024. White coached the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game and was named 2023 WNBA and AP Coach of the Year.

Stephanie White fired by Connecticut Sun despite WNBA semifinal run: Reports

Following a deep 2024 playoff run, the Connecticut Sun decided to part ways with coach Stephanie White on Monday. White led the team to the semifinal round in the last two seasons.

DEM issues statewide fire ban amid heightened wildfire risk

In response, the DEM issued a fire ban on Monday at all state parks, campgrounds and management areas, which will remain in effect until further notice. The ban includes campfires in designated areas, as well as charcoal and cooking fires. Dispose of cigarettes and wood stove ashes carefully, placing ashes in a metal bucket filled with water.

Connecticut Sun Part Ways With Stephanie White, Marks 7th Head Coach Vacancy in WNBA

The Connecticut Sun parted ways with head coach Stephanie White, the team announced Monday. It marks the seventh head coaching vacancy in the WNBA. "We want to thank Stephanie for her time in Connecticut and her commitment to our organization over the past ...

Must-Visit Cities for Fans of Modern Architecture

Wall St. Insights There are over 900 buildings and sites classified as Modern Movement architecture in the National Register of Historic Places. Many of the Modern Movement capitals are in the West with cities like Tucson,

Major Brush Fire In NY Spreads Smoke Into Fairfield County

A major brush fire over at least a dozen acres in the Hudson Valley produced smoke that spread across the New York border into Connecticut.The blaze broke out at around 12:05 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 in Putnam County in the area of

Has an MLB team ever come back from a 2-0 deficit in the World Series?

The Yankees lost the first two games of the 2024 World Series to the Dodgers. Here's how many teams have come back from a 2-0 deficit to win the championship.

Winners, losers as 49ers outlast Cowboys 30-24 on Sunday Night Football

The San Francisco 49ers held on late to beat the Dallas Cowboys 30-24 on Sunday Night Football. Here are winners and losers from the Week 8 match.

Fire temporarily closes Connecticut National Golf Club

PUTNAM, Conn. (WFSB) - Crews responded to a structure fire on Monday at Connecticut National Golf Club in Putnam. The blaze damaged the clubhouse, but the extent is currently unclear. According to a social media post, the course will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the fire.

What's on the 2024 ballot in Connecticut?

Connecticut voters are getting their chance as America decides on the next president, but that's not the only thing voters will see on their 2024 ballot.

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