Good Friday Morning Connecticut,
Once again, there’s plenty of breaking news across the state. Weather forecasts call for low 80s and sunshine Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Here’s a look at the hottest news from across the state. You can find your local Patch here.
A 52-year-old man died after going for a swim in the river this week, police said.>>>Read more.
Police are investigating after a baby was seriously injured.>>>Read more.
The Police Department is looking for a 37-year-old suspect who fled the scene Thursday afternoon.>>>Read more.
A Connecticut resident is among a list of possible suspects in a cold case dating back to 1959.>>>Read more.
First responders were called to Gillette Castle State Park when a hiker was injured.>>>Read more.
Other news and notes:
WFSB 3 TV News Anchor Nicole Nalepa announced that “I’ve decided to start maternity leave next week, which means it’ll be a while until I see you all. I can’t thank you enough for all the messages of love and support!! Until then, I can No can’t wait to share the baby news with you all!”
Traffic updates
CROMWELL – Roadworks on I-91 southbound between exits 21 and 15 (9.9 miles) in effect today until 3:30 p.m. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:30 a.m.
SALEM – Roadworks on northbound RT11 between exits 5 and 6 (4.0 miles) in effect today until 4:02 p.m. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:02 a.m.
MERIDEN – Roadworks on southbound RT15 between exits 67S and 66 in effect today until 3:30 p.m. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:03 a.m.
PLAINVILLE – Roadworks on RT72 eastbound between exits 4 and 7 (2.1 miles) in effect today until 4:28 p.m. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:28 a.m.
NAUGATUCK – Roadworks on northbound RT8 between exits 29 and 35 (4.0 miles) in effect today until 4:07 p.m. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:08 a.m.
BEACON FALLS – Roadworks on northbound RT8 between exits 23 and 25 (2.5 miles) in effect today until 3:30 p.m. The right lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:13 a.m.
WATERBURY – Roadworks on southbound RT8 between exits 33 and 30 (1.0 miles) in effect today until 3:19 p.m. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 9:19 a.m.
CHESTER – Roadworks on northbound RT9 between exits 7 and 9 (5.2 miles) in effect today until 4 p.m. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, August 12 at 8:55 a.m.