Click here for updates on this story EAST HADDAM, Connecticut (WFSB) — A small unoccupied aircraft was lifted from the ground by a gust of wind and crashed in East Haddam on Tuesday. State Police said around 5:25 p.m., troopers from Troop K were dispatched to the Goodspeed Airport on Lumberyard Road in East Haddam
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For the first time during the pandemic, most Americans approve of the economic conditions in the United States, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS that was released Wednesday. With jobless claims sinking and GDP growth expected to accelerate, a majority of Americans — 54% — say economic conditions are either somewhat or very
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story OLATHE, KS (KCTV) — Now that many senior living communities are vaccinated and allowing visitors again, performers are bringing live music to an appreciative audience. Before the COVID-19 Pandemic, Stan Stuckey used to play the piano at the Cedar Lake Village in Olathe every week. In April he
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President Joe Biden will deliver his first address to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday night, but since this is his first address, it’s not technically called a “State of the Union” speech. It is an “annual message.” Since 1977, new presidents have not called their first speech before a joint session of Congress
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Saudi Arabia is considering selling part of its giant state oil company to a major foreign investor, likely from China. The kingdom’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, confirmed the possible sale of a 1% stake in the world’s biggest oil company on Tuesday. The stake would be worth about $19 billion based on Aramco’s market
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, KS (KCTV) — Police are investigating after an adult who was hit by a car and dragged near the Carl B. Bruce Middle School was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries in Kansas City, KS. According to a spokesperson for the Kansas City, Kansas Police
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Jana Kramer and Mike Caussin’s breakup was the subject of their “Whine Down” podcast, even though they weren’t present for it. On Tuesday, actress Brooke Burke filled in for the pair on their popular iHeartRadio podcast with guest psychologist Hillary Goldsher talking about navigating marital issues. “As a woman, I want to say that I
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — Religious leaders from across the state will gather Wednesday to speak out against a bill allowing guns in churches and other places of worship. Missouri’s Republican-led House passed the bill last week in a 109-36 vote. The bill, which now goes to the GOP-led
Continue Reading Here’s some background information about the census, a count of US residents that takes place every 10 years. The Census Bureau is part of the Department of Commerce. Most recent population information. 2020 Census – US population – 331,449,281, a 7.35% increase from 2010. 2010 Census – US population – 308,745,538, a 9.7% increase from
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story SOUTH ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — A south St. Louis couple is worried they may be out thousands of dollars after a company truck was caught on surveillance camera hitting a power line outside their home, which ripped off a chunk of their roof. “Pulled it straight out, nails,
Continue Reading Here’s a look at the Wimbledon tennis championships. June 28-July 11, 2021 – Wimbledon is scheduled to take place. April 1, 2020 – It is announced that this year’s Wimbledon has been canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak. 2019 Results Novak Djokovic of Serbia defeats Roger Federer 7-6 (7-5) 1-6 7-6 (7-4) 4-6 13-12 (7-3)
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Here’s a look at Myanmar, a country in southeast Asia formerly known as Burma. About Myanmar (from the CIA World Factbook)Area: 676,578 sq km (slightly smaller than Texas) Population: 57,069,099 (July 2021 est.) Median age: 29.2 years Capital: Naypyidaw Ethnic Groups: Burman 68%, Shan 9%, Karen 7%, Rakhine 4%, Chinese 3%, Indian 2%, Mon 2%,
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, Hawai’i (KITV) — Senate Majority Leader J. Kalani English (District 7 – Hana, East and Upcountry Maui, Moloka’i and Lana’i) announced on Tuesday that he will be retiring from the Hawai’i State Senate. “After many discussions with my doctors, talks with those close to me and careful
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Boeing’s business is improving. But its troubles are not yet behind it. The company on Wednesday reported a much smaller loss in the first quarter, helped by improved deliveries of the 737 Max, its best-selling jet that had been grounded for 20 months by two fatal crashes. The 737 Max began flying again late last
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Rep. Ted Budd launched his North Carolina Senate campaign on Wednesday, aligning himself with former President Donald Trump in a 2022 bid for the crucial seat. The congressman, who was first elected in 2016, had been widely expected to run to replace the retiring GOP Sen. Richard Burr. He joins a growing primary field including
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In a typical year, Samsung only holds two of its big “Unpacked” events. But this is no normal year. The South Korean consumer electronics company on Wednesday will hold its third product launch within the first four months of 2021. The company is hosting a virtual product launch during which it promises the “most powerful
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — The University of Portland announced Tuesday that it would require proof of vaccinations for all students, staff and faculty for fall 2021. “As we have stated from the start of the pandemic, the health and well-being of UP community members must be our collective
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Spotify is frequently one step ahead of us, suggesting undiscovered songs, artists and podcasts based on what you listened to in the past. But who is helping Spotify stay one step — or 10 years — ahead in the audio industry? The company hired Máuhan “M” Zonoozy as its first and only head of innovation
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — Multnomah County is among the 15 counties in Oregon that are moving back into the “Extreme Risk” category for COVID-19. Among other restrictions, this new designation means that all indoor dining will shut down beginning on April 30th. Many restaurant and bar owners are
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — Honolulu Emergency Medical Services responded to a 49-year old man on Tuesday evening who apparently drowned off of China Walls. The 911 call came in at 5:49 p.m. on Tuesday. Good Samaritans brought the man to shore and started cardio pulmonary resuscitation. Honolulu EMS
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