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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New Haven teachers to call on city leaders to address school building conditions
The discussion comes about a month after the New Haven Board of Alders Education Committee called for health and safety inspections at public schools.
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Immigrations advocates in New Haven demand ICE stops enforcement at airports
Immigration advocates in New Haven are calling on the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency to stop detentions at airports. On Monday, Senator Richard Blumenthal joined New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker and immigration advocates and attorneys to discuss the latest detention of a Southern Connecticut State University student. On September 4th, Deng Deng, a SCSU basketball student was detained by...
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East Haven community remembers 5-year-old killed in car crash
The East Haven community is grieving the death of a five-year-old boy after he was hit by a car on Thursday afternoon. East Haven Police identified the 5-year-old as Cooper Villano. Police said the crash happened on Foxon Road around 3:30 p.m. on September 17. On Friday, community members were seen placing flowers, candles and teddy bears at the corner of…
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West Haven 8th grader arrested in connection with ‘Cat in the Hat' school threat
The social media trend uses AI to create “creepy, evil” versions of the Dr. Seuss character, with threatening messages targeting specific schools or areas.
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City of West Haven limits e-bike, e-scooter use on beach boardwalk
The City of West Haven adopted an ordinance change to ban the use of electric bikes and scooters from the city’s boardwalk, citing public safety concerns. West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer said as electric bicycles and scooters become more popular, the city needed to adjust the rules of operation. “What we did was propose that the e-bikes and the...
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11 arrests, 36 dirt bikes seized in New Haven following large street takeover
Eleven people were arrested, and 36 dirt bikes and ATVs were seized following a street takeover that started in New Haven before spreading to neighboring cities and towns, according to New Haven Police. On Wednesday, New Haven Police Chief David Zannelli was joined by Mayor Justin Elicker, Assistant Chief Manmeet Bhagtana, Captain Matt Kane of CT State Police, North Haven…
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New Haven ‘community staple' launches new GLP-1 menu
GLP-1 medications are becoming wildly popular, and restaurants are right behind the growing healthcare trend. National chains such as Shake Shack, Burger King, Chipotle, and Subway are adapting to customers’ smaller appetites. In New Haven, Claire’s Corner Copia is the latest to offer a GLP-1-friendly menu, called “The Good Little Portions for the one and only you.” Claire’s Corner...
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Students in Waterbury head back to the classroom Tuesday
Across the state, thousands of students are waking up bright and early to head back to the classroom on Tuesday. In Waterbury, hundreds of students are getting ready for their first day of school. Some of last year’s changes will be implemented this year again. Students will be expected to lock their phones away in Yonder pouches until the...
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Branford plans to expand and renovate two elementary schools, close another
Branford Public Schools is planning major changes to its elementary schools as the district continues to see an increase in student enrollment. Christopher Tranberg, superintendent of Branford Public Schools, said that as part of the district’s master facilities plan, the district will expand and renovate two elementary schools and close another once the renovations are finished. Mary Murphy and...
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Local Colombian restaurant to host fundraiser after 7.4 magnitude earthquake
Colombians in Connecticut are dealing with the pain of seeing parts of their home country destroyed by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake. NBC News reports the high-magnitude earthquake hit Western Colombia on Monday, killing more than 180 people and devastating several cities. Aura Maria Leiva is the owner of Sabores Restaurant in Bridgeport and Orange. Leiva grew up in Cali, Colombia, one…
