Jennifer Cuevas is a bilingual multimedia journalist and reporter for NBC Connecticut.
Born in NYC and raised in Stamford, she is glad to be back in the Northeast and reporting on issues in her home state.
Prior to joining the team, Jennifer worked for KFOX14/CBS4 in El Paso, TX, for more than three years.
During her time covering the U.S.-Mexico border, Jennifer reported on serious issues such as the lifting of Title 42 and its impact on border communities, as well as the largest immigration detention fire recorded in Mexico's history.
While reporting in the Borderland, Jennifer developed a strong interest in education-related issues, which earned her an award from the Texas State Teachers Association for Outstanding Continuous Education Coverage.
Fluent in Spanish, she is able to connect with multicultural communities, reach a broader audience, and develop community connections.
She attended CT State Norwalk, where she earned an associate's degree in journalism. She then continued her studies at Quinnipiac University, where she was involved in the university's news station prior to graduating in 2020.
In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, whether it is longboarding by the beach or enjoying an afternoon walk. Trying out fusion cuisine is also at the top of Jennifer's recreation list, along with spending time with her family.
The Latest
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Connecticut non-profits plan relief for Venezuela after back-to-back earthquakes
Venezuelan organizations across Connecticut are mobilizing relief efforts after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000 others. The earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck just 40 seconds apart Wednesday night near San Felipe, the capital of Yaracuy state, causing widespread destruction across the country’s northern region. For many Venezuelans living in Connecticut,…
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Bridgeport's waterfront development to open in June, secures local coffee shop
The new luxury waterfront development in Bridgeport is set to open its doors in June. The August at Steelepointe Harbor will include 420 luxury apartments with a wide range of on-site amenities, including a large gym, a sauna, a dog park, an outdoor hot tub, a saltwater pool, a pickleball court, and Frenchie’s Coffee Shop, all on site. Ryan Cronk,…
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Family-owned restaurant reopens in East Haven after car crashes into building
A family-owned restaurant in East Haven has reopened less than a week after a car crashed into the side of the building, forcing a temporary closure. The crash happened the morning of April 17 at Hot Roostah, a Jamaican restaurant on Foxon Road. The impact left visible damage to the structure, including a boarded-up wall where the vehicle struck. Owners…
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Trumbull student celebrates Ivy League acceptances; credits his single mother
A Trumbull student is celebrating being accepted to three Ivy League universities, and he credits his mother for all of his achievements. Ali and Rita Hassan have been inseparable since Ali was five years old. As a single mother, Rita said she always pushed herself to provide her son with enrichment and learning opportunities after noticing how much he...
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North Haven addresses illegal dumping on Valley Service Road
The Town of North Haven is working to find the people responsible for illegally dumping large items on Valley Service Road. First Selectman Michael Freda called the sight an “absolute disgrace” and said he is working with the police department to find the culprits. “I’ve got the backs of the people from North Haven. We know these people are...
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New Haven welcomes new fire chief
The New Haven Fire Department is officially under new leadership. On Tuesday, Daniel Coughlin was sworn in as the new chief of the city’s fire department. Coughlin had been serving as the acting chief since January after being appointed by the mayor following the retirement of longtime fire chief John Alston. He was unanimously approved by the New Haven...
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Family seeks answers into death of inmate at Osborn Correctional Institute
The family of a Connecticut inmate who died Sunday while incarcerated is demanding answers about the cause of his death, as officials investigate the sixth inmate fatality in the state’s correctional facilities in the past two months. Craig Whyte, 45, died after he was found unresponsive during a routine cell check at Osborn Correctional Institution, according to the Connecticut Department…
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New Haven Public Schools to present proposed budget book while facing nearly $19M deficit
New Haven Public Schools is set to present its proposed budget Monday evening as officials grapple with a nearly $19 million deficit and outline strategies to balance spending for the upcoming school year. At a Board of Education meeting, district leaders are expected to present two budget scenarios: a $252 million request and a $232 million reduction. “Tonight you will…
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Hartford mayor warns school district projects $74.5 million dollar deficit
The City of Hartford is confronting a series of difficult financial decisions as Mayor Arunan Arulampalam prepares to present his budget proposal Monday, with growing concern over a projected deficit within Hartford Public Schools. City officials say the school district is facing a multimillion-dollar shortfall, raising questions about how much additional funding the Board of Education will request. “Obviously I…
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New Haven Fair Rent Commission denies recognition to competing tenant unions
The Sunset Ridge apartments in New Haven, owned by Capital Realty Group, are without a tenants’ union following an investigation by the city’s Fair Rent Commission (FRC). Since October, two groups have been competing to form a tenant’s union at Sunset Ridge when tenants raised various issues with their living conditions, such as mold, faulty appliances, and rodents. To be recognized,...
