Thanks to our WFSB newsroom administrative assistant Sarah Dahlstrom, who found this gem in her basement. A New Haven Nighthawks puck, complete with the Channel 3 logo. It was given out to […]
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1986: When Hartford Whalers Fever Swept the State
If you can’t remember what Hartford was like when the NHL here, or perhaps not even born yet, this Face the State flashback is a great refresher course. In 1986 Hartford hosted […]
Ganim Seeks Solutions; Two Republicans Seek Upsets
Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim is dealing with a $20 million dollar budget deficit, and thinks he has a plan to fix it. It involves cuts and a broader change in how […]
Dealers vs. Tesla
Car dealers across Connecticut and California based electric car maker Tesla are in a battle at the state capitol. Tesla wants to sell cars here, but wants an exemption from a state […]
End of the O’Neill Era
Connecticut has had four governors since Bill O’Neill left office, ending one of the longest governorships in state history. He assumed the position upon the resignation of a dying Ella Grasso, and […]
The Impact of Budget Deficit on You, the Taxpayer
The headlines are troubling: cuts, layoffs, budget deficits. There is plenty of concern right now about the state budget crisis and the Connecticut economy, and we will discuss it this Sunday on […]
Casinos, Clinton, and a Cash Crunch
There was no interest in expanding casino gambling in Connecticut until Massachusetts decided to legalize it. That’s why expansion is now a somewhat urgent matter. MGM is building a giant casino in […]
The Great Floods of 1936
Newcomers to Hartford often wonder why the Connecticut River is so sealed off from the city. Others who see old pictures like this postcard are curious about a river running through downtown […]
Oops! Misspelling on Hartford Street Sign
Sitting at a stop light today I noticed the name of the street was misspelled on the relatively new and attractive sign. It should say Ann Uccello Street, but the “l” […]
Mayor Bronin: “Hard and Painful Decisions”
It is the dawn of the Bronin era in the city of Hartford, and for the first time since his inauguration, we were joined on Face the State Sunday by the capital […]
Peyton & Cam Beat Tom & Eli in Super Bowl Ratings
Connecticut is hardly Denver Broncos or Carolina Panthers country but people here tuned in record numbers to Super Bowl 50. According to Nielsen ratings, the game was the most watched Super Bowl […]
That Day When All Eyes in the Sports World Were on Hartford
Originally posted on Dennis House blog:
The loss of the Hartford Whalers in 1997 was not only a blow to fans, but to businesses, charities and the image of the city and…
Vintage Hartford Whalers Freebie
WFSB, like many television stations, sometimes gives out free stuff at various events. Sometimes it is a cup, a hat, or a foam football to promote Friday Night Football. T-shirts, pencils, and […]
Local Mayors Call for Change
When Scott Slifka became mayor of West Hartford Senators Chris Dodd and Joe Lieberman represented Connecticut, Jodi Rell was governor and Outkast was rocking the charts with Hey Ya. It’s been a […]
U.S. Attorney on Corruption, Drugs, and Selling Children
From corruption to child trafficking to cocaine to classified information, the U.S. Attorney’s office has been a busy place. This Sunday on Face the State, we are joined by the top federal […]
Connecticut Winter Storms of 2016
Channel 3 is now in its fifth decade of naming winter storms, a Connecticut tradition that began back in 1971. This season’s storms are named after First Ladies, an appropriate choice for […]
GE is Leaving, Now What?
The announcement that General Electric is leaving Connecticut has dominated the headlines and newscasts across our state as people try to gauge the impact and try to figure out how to keep […]
Guns in Connecticut
It’s been the topic of the week: President Obama’s announcement that he plans to take executive action as part of his strategy to reduce gun violence. The president fought back tears as […]
The Cruise Ship Mystery of 2005
It is an unsolved mystery that is still talked about more than a decade later: the disappearance of George Smith. Smith, of Greenwich, and his new bride, Jennifer Hagel of Cromwell, were […]
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