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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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…
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Trumbull mom and 9-year-old son beat cancer, prepare for 10 mile Closer to Free ride
A mother and her 9-year-old son will be riding together in this year’s Closer to Free ride as cancer survivors. Jacqueline Santacroce was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in April of 2024, and two months later her son Owen was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Santacroce describes that year as an extremely challenging time for herself and her family….
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New Haven neighbors, city leaders urge DCP to not renew nightclub liquor permit
A nightclub in New Haven might have to shut its doors pending a decision by the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) to renew the nightclub’s liquor license. The remonstrance hearing involving Secrets Nightclub was prompted by a neighbor-led petition that Alder Christine Kim later submitted to the state DCP Liquor Control Division. Neighbors listed quality-of-life concerns including liquor violations,...
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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...
