1st vaping-related death reported in Connecticut
Posted: Updated:A Connecticut resident has died as a result of the outbreak of lung illnesses blamed on vaping, state officials said Thursday.
The health department is only saying the person was in their 30s and died shortly after being hospitalized last week.
There are now 25 confirmed cases of vaping-related illnesses in Connecticut, with the majority in Fairfield and New Haven counties.
Eighteen of the victims are under 35.
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Rabid raccoon bites mother, son at Weston bus stop
Rabid raccoon bites mother, son at Weston bus stop
A woman at a Weston bus stop had to fight off a rabid raccoon last week when it attacked her son.A woman at a Weston bus stop had to fight off a rabid raccoon last week when it attacked her son.UConn approves 23% tuition hike over 5 years
UConn approves 23% tuition hike over 5 years
UConn approved a tuition hike Wednesday, meaning students will pay 23% more over the next five years. It will begin with a $608 tuition increase next fall.
UConn approved a tuition hike Wednesday, meaning students will pay 23% more over the next five years. It will begin with a $608 tuition increase next fall.
UConn approved a tuition hike Wednesday, meaning students will pay 23% more over the next five years. It will begin with a $608 tuition increase next fall.UConn approved a tuition hike Wednesday, meaning students will pay 23% more over the next five years. It will begin with a $608 tuition increase next fall.Westport senior center holds culinary class for seniors to have fun
Westport senior center holds culinary class for seniors to have fun
For the last five years, the center has held a culinary class called "Hands on Baking" where seniors make strudel and cookies. And the center says they love it.For the last five years, the center has held a culinary class called "Hands on Baking" where seniors make strudel and cookies. And the center says they love it.‘Prayers for Jennifer:’ Mysterious ornaments pay tribute to missing New Canaan mother
‘Prayers for Jennifer:’ Mysterious ornaments pay tribute to missing New Canaan mother
Jennifer Dulos has been missing for more than six months, but people in New Canaan are showing that she is not forgotten this holiday season.
Jennifer Dulos has been missing for more than six months, but people in New Canaan are showing that she is not forgotten this holiday season.
Jennifer Dulos has been missing for more than six months, but people in New Canaan are showing that she is not forgotten this holiday season.Jennifer Dulos has been missing for more than six months, but people in New Canaan are showing that she is not forgotten this holiday season.Parents, kids differ on need for Wednesday snow day in some districts
Parents, kids differ on need for Wednesday snow day in some districts
Some Connecticut students got the day off Wednesday. But with the snow falling early in the morning, parents were left wondering if a snow day was really necessary.Some Connecticut students got the day off Wednesday. But with the snow falling early in the morning, parents were left wondering if a snow day was really necessary.
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Concert for The Rainforest Fund held at the Beacon Theatre
Concert for The Rainforest Fund held at the Beacon Theatre
Red carpet arrivals at The Concert for The Rainforest Fund at the Beacon TheatreThe Rainforest Fund 30th anniversary benefit concert was held Monday at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.Your Connecticut 2019 Holiday Photos
Your Connecticut 2019 Holiday Photos
From sparking holiday lights to fun Santa photos, News 12 wants to see your holiday photos!From sparking holiday lights to fun Santa photos, News 12 wants to see your holiday photos!Your December 2019 Snow Photos
Your December 2019 Snow Photos
December has already brought some snow to the tri-state area. Here's how the snow looked through your lens.December has already brought some snow to the tri-state area. Here's how the snow looked through your lens.2019 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
2019 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
The 87th annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony was held Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019 in New York.The 87th annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony was held Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019 in New York.Mohegan Sun performer lineup
Mohegan Sun performer lineup
The Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.The Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.