CCD: Connecticut to get new funding to combat opioid epidemic
Posted: Updated:Connecticut will get new funding to help combat the opioid epidemic, according to the Connecticut Congressional Delegation.
More than $300,000 will be used to develop surveillance systems to address the rising rate of opioid-related overdoses.
The systems will specifically focus on heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl.
The CDC is expected to announce additional funding later this summer.
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Wolcott thief steals car while woman pumps gas
Wolcott thief steals car while woman pumps gas
A thief needed only seconds to steal a car from an unsuspecting woman who was never more than 2 feet away from her vehicle.
A thief needed only seconds to steal a car from an unsuspecting woman who was never more than 2 feet away from her vehicle.
Forecast: Partly cloudy, hot temps Thursday
Forecast: Partly cloudy, hot temps Thursday
Weather Update
Here's the latest News 12 Connecticut weather update.
Here's the latest News 12 Connecticut weather update.
Westport firefighter returns from helping battle Colorado blazes
Westport firefighter returns from helping battle Colorado blazes
A Westport man has returned home safely after helping battle some of the most intense fires in the world.
A Westport man has returned home safely after helping battle some of the most intense fires in the world.
A Westport man has returned home safely after helping battle some of the most intense fires in the world.
New Haven police make arrest after dozens of overdoses
New Haven police make arrest after dozens of overdoses
New Haven police have made an arrest after they say about 30 people overdosed on possibly tainted drugs over the past 24 hours.
New Haven police have made an arrest after they say about 30 people overdosed on possibly tainted drugs over the past 24 hours.
President Trump shakes up CT governor's race
President Trump shakes up CT governor's race
President Donald Trump has weighed in on the race for Connecticut's next governor.
President Donald Trump has weighed in on the race for Connecticut's next governor.
Norwalk surveillance program cracks down on illegal dumping
Norwalk surveillance program cracks down on illegal dumping
Norwalk officials are looking to crack down on illegal dumping in the city with a new surveillance program.
Norwalk officials are looking to crack down on illegal dumping in the city with a new surveillance program.
Bridgeport PD: Bounty hunter assaulted local woman
Bridgeport PD: Bounty hunter assaulted local woman
Bridgeport police say they have video of a bounty hunter physically assaulting a city woman without provocation at her own home.
Bridgeport police say they have video of a bounty hunter physically assaulting a city woman without provocation at her own home.
Bridgeport police say they have video of a bounty hunter physically assaulting a city woman without provocation at her own home.
Business Briefs: Consumer spending, Alphabet, Corona
Business Briefs: Consumer spending, Alphabet, Corona
American households are spending more on purchases like cars and clothing.
American households are spending more on purchases like cars and clothing.
Business Briefs: Tesla, L.A. subway, tech jobs
Business Briefs: Tesla, L.A. subway, tech jobs
As Tesla considers going private, the competition is coming up fast. Los Angeles says the city's subway system will be the first in the United States to install security scanners. It's a good time to be working in tech.
As Tesla considers going private, the competition is coming up fast. Los Angeles says the city's subway system will be the first in the United States to install security scanners. It's a good time to be working in tech.
As Tesla considers going private, the competition is coming up fast. Los Angeles says the city's subway system will be the first in the United States to install security scanners. It's a good time to be working in tech.
As Tesla considers going private, the competition is coming up fast. Los Angeles says the city's subway system will be the first in the United States to install security scanners. It's a good time to be working in tech.
Orange PD warns local businesses of electric bill scam
Orange PD warns local businesses of electric bill scam
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The Orange Police Department is warning the public of a new version of an old scam.
The Orange Police Department is warning the public of a new version of an old scam.
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Aftermath of bridge collapse in Genoa, Italy
Aftermath of bridge collapse in Genoa, Italy
A general view of the Morandi bridge which collapsed on August 14, 2018 in Genoa, Italy.
A general view of the Morandi bridge which collapsed on August 14, 2018 in Genoa, Italy.
A bridge on a main highway linking Italy with France collapsed in the Italian port city of Genoa during a sudden, violent storm, sending vehicles plunging 45 meters (nearly 150 feet) into a heap of rubble.
A bridge on a main highway linking Italy with France collapsed in the Italian port city of Genoa during a sudden, violent storm, sending vehicles plunging 45 meters (nearly 150 feet) into a heap of rubble.
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
THE JOKER is located at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Guide: Connecticut Breweries
Guide: Connecticut Breweries
Connecticut Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit.
2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
Lorde will perform on Saturday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Lorde will perform on Saturday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
The 2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.
The 2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Guide: Casinos
Guide: Casinos
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick.
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
Northern California wildfires char thousands of acres
Northern California wildfires char thousands of acres
Fire crews in Northern California have been battling a series of devastating wildfires, including the so-called Carr Fire near the city of Redding.
Fire crews in Northern California have been battling a series of devastating wildfires, including the so-called Carr Fire near the city of Redding.
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Highly anticipated Summer 2018 movies
Highly anticipated Summer 2018 movies
There are a lot of highly anticipated films coming out this summer. From the fourth installment in the Jurassic Park series and the Han Solo film to the long-awaited Incredibles 2 and Ocean's 8, there's sure to be plenty of movies to see in the theaters! Here are just a few of the big blockbusters set to hit the big screen.
There are a lot of highly anticipated films coming out this summer. From the fourth installment in the Jurassic Park series and the Han Solo film to the long-awaited Incredibles 2 and Ocean's 8, there's sure to be plenty of movies to see in the theaters! Here are just a few of the big blockbusters set to hit the big screen.
Guide: Connecticut Public Golf Courses
Guide: Connecticut Public Golf Courses
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! All across the state, Connecticut offers a wide variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! All across the state, Connecticut offers a wide variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
