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US Weekend Set for Art, Marathons, FestivalsEntertainment — 2dWeekend guides highlight fall festivals, art exhibitions, live music, sports and theater across Omaha, Connecticut and the Washington, D.C., area. Events include Omaha’s Bemis Center benefit exhibition, Connecticut’s harvest festivals and races, and D.C.’s Theatre Week and cultural performances.

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Connecticut Man Sentenced for $3.5M Amazon FraudBusiness — 2dA Connecticut trucking company owner was sentenced to two years in federal prison for defrauding Amazon of more than $3.5 million. Prosecutors said Ameer Nasir used 23 fraudulent business accounts to claim more than 1,000 trailer-hauling jobs he never completed and submit paid invoices; he must repay about $3.55 million and serve three years of supervised release.

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Ex-Connecticut Senator Charged in Bridgeport Ballot CasePolitics — 3dFormer Connecticut state Sen. Dennis Bradley was arrested on charges related to absentee ballots after a voter alleged he opened her completed ballot and urged her to change her vote from Paul Ganim to Bradley’s brother, Mark, in Bridgeport’s Democratic primary. Bradley’s attorney called the allegations weak and said Bradley was only helping the voter open the envelope; the charges remain accusations, and Bradley is due in court Oct. 21.

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Connecticut directs millions toward student support programsPolitics — 5dConnecticut is facing rising special-education enrollment and costs, prompting officials to weigh how funding is targeted and whether current investments are improving support for students with disabilities. The state also received a $4.7 million federal grant to expand special-education and early-intervention teacher apprenticeships amid a statewide staffing shortage.

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IJRBankruptcy Comes For American Trucking Companies As Diesel Prices Skyrocket: ‘They’re Killing Me’Paris Apodaca · 7 min · 1h

Independent Bookstores Across US Offer Distinct ExperiencesLifestyle — 2dThese articles spotlight distinctive book destinations: a sprawling used-media shop in North Carolina, a curated independent bookstore in Connecticut, beloved independent bookshops across New York, and a Chattanooga bar-bookstore whose used books support the public library. Each offers more than shopping, drawing visitors with discovery, community events and inviting spaces to linger.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Fall Trails Showcase Routes Across Five StatesTravel — 2dFall trail outings range from Oklahoma City’s nearly 100 miles of routes and easy lakeside walks in Connecticut to an early-color Blue Ridge loop with waterfalls and Chicago’s 2.7-mile Bloomingdale Trail. A flat, paved California bay-shoreline path also offers a peaceful option for walking, jogging or running.

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Supreme Court Opens Term With Climate Gun and Immigration Cases — 5dSupreme Court opened its 2026-27 term Oct. 5 with Illinois and Connecticut AR-15 ban challenges set for December and a Boulder climate case backed by the Trump administration.

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Police Blotters Detail Arrests, Fatal Work AccidentWorld — 3dPolice blotters from Long Island, Connecticut and Warren, Ohio, reported a landscaper’s fatal electrocution and a pedestrian critically injured in separate Long Island incidents, along with arrests and charges ranging from DUI and assault to theft, burglary and drug possession. The charges are allegations, and those arrested are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

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Multiple Crashes Send People to HospitalsAuto — 5dSeparate traffic crashes in Connecticut, Guam, Michigan and Indiana sent a woman or female minor to the hospital. The incidents included a Plainfield driver striking parked vehicles and a utility pole, a Guam pedestrian collision, and two-vehicle crashes in Big Rapids and on US 20.

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Sandra RhodesPhilly Cop Dies, Another Critically Injured in ShootingA Philadelphia police officer is dead and another is critically injured after they were shot early Saturday as they responded to a report of an armed man in the western part of the city. The surviving officer remains hospitalized in critical condition, affiliate FOX 29 Philadelphia reported. Shane Seiber , 40, a 10-year veteran of the force, died at the hospital after the shooting. Philadelphia Po8m

U.S. Shopping Centers Span Retail, Dining, EntertainmentLifestyle — 5dThe articles highlight large shopping destinations designed to turn quick errands into daylong outings, with extensive retail options and places to eat. They feature malls and outlets in Connecticut, Georgia and Florida, along with a Florida grocery store that combines shopping with restaurants, bars and live music.

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State-Backed Quantum Hub Opens in New HavenTech — 3dQuantumCT opened a 4,500-square-foot innovation hub in New Haven to connect researchers, students, entrepreneurs and businesses and help turn quantum research into companies, products and jobs. The effort aims to make Connecticut a national quantum-technology center, backed by $15 million in initial federal funding and eligibility for up to $160 million over 10 years if it meets progress benchmarks.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

College Swimmers, Divers Earn Weekly HonorsSports — 4dThe ACC named Duke’s Keira Lu women’s Diver of the Week and Stanford’s Caroline Bricker women’s Swimmer of the Week, alongside California’s Ryan Erisman and SMU’s Luke Sitz in the men’s categories. Southern Connecticut’s Reegan Pasieka earned Northeast-10 Diver of the Week, while North Florida’s Ashley Kirby was named ASUN Swimmer of the Week.

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Sun end Connecticut run with win over Tempo before Houston move — Sep 24, 2026The Connecticut Sun closed their 23-year run in Connecticut with a 95-81 win over the Toronto Tempo, led by rookie Ashlon Jackson’s career-high 18 points. The franchise, whose history includes four WNBA Finals appearances, will relocate to Houston and become the Comets in 2027.

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Tom Gallagher It's bittersweet seeing the Sun wrap up 23 years in Connecticut with a strong win, but Jackson's 18 points gave fans something positive to remember.

October Events Span Houston, Arkansas, ConnecticutLifestyle — 6dHouston offers a packed October calendar, from concerts by Sara Bareilles, wave to earth and other artists to theater, opera, dance and other cultural events. Seasonal options also include family-friendly fall activities and Halloween attractions, giving residents a range of ways to spend the month.

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IJRAmerica Plans To Conquer The Moon Again. Here’s What It Will Take To StayFrancis Kapper · 9 min · 2h

Crashes bring down power lines across multiple roadsAuto — 5dSeveral crashes brought down utility poles or power lines: a single-vehicle crash in Fairfax, Vermont, damaged a pole, while a crash in Canton, Connecticut, closed Route 44 as crews addressed downed wires. In New Zealand, a truck-and-tractor collision damaged a pole and left 68 properties without power; no significant injuries were reported in the Canton or New Zealand crashes.

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Restaurants showcase global flavors across citiesLifestyle — 4dRestaurant coverage highlights a lively Soho dining guide featuring inventive Indo-Chinese vegetarian food, a new Connecticut restaurant serving Turkish and broader Mediterranean dishes, and Nashville’s intimate Indian-Southern tasting menu. Tampa’s Restaurant Ebbe also hosted a one-night, 10-course dinner prepared by Michelin-recognized chefs from around the world.

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Cities Plan Multiple Waste Drop-Off EventsEnvironment — 6dFree household hazardous-waste collection events are planned in Auburn, Alabama; Simsbury, Connecticut, for residents of six nearby towns; and Rutherford County, Tennessee, on Oct. 10, with a separate Foxborough, Massachusetts, event scheduled for Oct. 17. Eligibility, accepted materials and drop-off requirements vary by location, so residents should check local instructions before attending.

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Fentanyl Cases Yield Arrest, Prison Terms Across StatesWorld — 4dA 40-year-old Waterbury, Connecticut, man was arrested after investigators say he repeatedly sold fentanyl and crack cocaine in New York’s Town of Northeast; he faces felony drug-sale and possession charges, with additional charges pending. Separately, a Middletown man was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty in a case involving cocaine and thousands of fentanyl packets, while an Arizona trafficker received a seven-year sentence after authorities found 75 pounds of fentanyl powder and a kilogram of heroin.

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Fatal School Bus Crashes Reported in Florida, TennesseeAuto — Oct 1, 2026Separate school bus crashes were reported in South Bend, Indiana, where students were evaluated but no injuries were reported, and Suffield, Connecticut, where 11 people suffered minor injuries after a bus struck a building; the cause is under investigation. Another report described an Indianapolis-area bus carrying 24 students crashing into a police vehicle, but provided no further details.

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FaithTapAnne Carson wins Nobel for blending classical scholarship with desireAnne Carson won the Nobel Prize in Literature for work that brings classical ideas into inventive writing about human emotion. Other features explore overlooked voices in literary history, including Black women’s engagement with Shakespeare19m · 2 reads

Black arts events planned in Connecticut, CaliforniaLifestyle — Sep 25, 2026The articles highlight Black American history, culture and ongoing challenges, from enslaved Revolutionary War soldier Aaron Brister’s service to performances and community events celebrating Black identity and heritage. They also note that Black and Hispanic Americans were among those hit hardest by pandemic-era economic hardship.

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Education Systems Face Staffing, Governance, Enrollment StrainsPolitics — Sep 30, 2026Across several school systems, leaders and advocates are confronting resource and staffing challenges: Los Altos trustee candidate Brandon Stroy emphasizes equitable support for students and teacher development, while Connecticut identifies teacher shortage areas and offers eligible educators financial benefits. In New York, officials are weighing stronger state oversight of Buffalo schools, and a report finds Manhattan’s Murry Bergtraum High School remains severely under-enrolled and struggling despite high per-student spending.

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Powerball, State Lotteries Release Saturday ResultsLifestyle — Sep 17, 2026Lottery results and prize-claim guidance were published for multiple jurisdictions, including Vermont and Connecticut in the U.S., plus a Powerball drawing in Michigan that yielded a $298 million jackpot, with detailed claim rules and second-chance options noted. In the UK, the National Lottery unveiled a double-round Lotto format worth £3.4m and a shared jackpot, while Connecticut pages also outline two daily Play 3/Play 4 drawings and general prize-handling procedures.

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Quantum Cyber sharpens focus on drones, navigationTech — Sep 25, 2026Quantum Cyber says it is concentrating on three defense technologies: GPS-independent quantum antennas, attack and interceptor drones, and software to coordinate autonomous swarms. It has de-emphasized exploratory programs and is positioning its Connecticut manufacturing operation to support U.S. production, while the company’s target output of 100,000 drones annually remains a goal, not current capacity.

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Reese sets league record with 30th double-double in Dream win over Sun — Sep 18, 2026Angel Reese scored 30 points and 10 rebounds for a WNBA-record 30th double-double as Atlanta Dream beat Connecticut Sun 103-59.

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Derek Foss Sun shooting that poorly makes the blowout feel even more one-sided than the score shows.

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