Karl R. Jacobson, 55, turned himself in on two counts of first-degree larceny after allegedly stealing $85,500 from police funds to cover gambling losses. The arrest warrant reveals he wagered $4.4 million on DraftKings and FanDuel in a single year.
A man in his 70s died in a third-alarm house fire on Hallsey Lane in Woodbridge on February 22, 2026. Fire Chief Sean Rowland confirmed the fatality and one firefighter injury. Cause unknown.
Hamden Public Schools is hiring for 13 positions across seven categories, including Student Support Services, tutoring, Special Education, and Early Learning. The district is also encouraging families to enroll children in its Early Learning Program.
The Southington Board of Education has held multiple special and committee meetings in early 2026, focusing on operations and instruction. Regular sessions continue with agendas and minutes publicly available, though specific decisions from recent meetings are not yet detailed.
The Bridgeport Board of Education held several committee meetings leading up to February 9, 2026, with the Operations and Instruction committees reviewing services and curriculum. The full BOE meets on February 9 at 6:30 PM. No other city boards met this week.
A dual art exhibition at Middletown’s Zilkha Gallery showcases Robert Lostutter’s decades-long evolution and Kristi Cavataro’s immersive sculptures, reflecting the city’s cultural activity amid broader municipal infrastructure investment.
Orange CT's weekly government meeting roundup covers recent activity from the Board of Finance, Board of Selectmen, and Board of Health. Key discussions include budget planning, town operations, and public health oversight, with limited updates from other boards.
North Branford will host a public meeting on February 26, 2026, to discuss the proposed rehabilitation of Twin Lakes Road, backed by a $5 million grant application. Residents can learn about project plans and provide input.
North Branford’s Board of Education held multiple sessions on curriculum, policy, and budget planning during the week of Feb 16–22, 2026. The Fire Commissioners met and scheduled a special session, while the Blueprint Committee meeting was cancelled. Limited details were available for other boards.
New Haven is reviewing multiple zoning changes, including transit-oriented development and industrial-to-residential conversions. The Board of Alders has also called for public hearings on park decisions and statue removal. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and participate in upcoming discussions.
New Haven’s Board of Alders advanced major housing and transit initiatives during the week of February 16–22, 2026, including a $26 million HUD grant application for Union Square. The Board also approved street designations and closures for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade and adopted key leadership resolutions.
New Haven residents can engage with local government this week through several upcoming committee meetings. The Community Development Committee meets on February 18, followed by the Joint Legislation/Tax Abatement and Legislation Committees on February 24. All meetings are open to the public and available via livestream on the Board of Alders YouTube channel.