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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Trial for teen accused in stabbing death of Fairfield Prep student in Shelton begins
The trial for a teen who is accused of stabbing and killing another teen during a party in Shelton in 2022 is underway. James “Jimmy” McGrath, a 17-year-old Fairfield Prep student from Shelton, was stabbed outside a Shelton home where a party was underway in May 2022 and he died from a stab wound to the torso, according to police….
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Family of Shelton teen stabbed to death at party braces for start of murder trial
The jury trial for Raul Valle is set to begin on Tuesday at Milford Superior Court. Valle, 19, faces a murder charge for allegedly stabbing 17-year-old Jimmy McGrath to death in May 2022 at a house party in Shelton. Valle also faces three counts of first-degree assault in connection with three other teens who were also stabbed. On Monday, the…
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Sleeping Giant State Park plans expansion with 29 acres of new property
Hikers and walkers will have more space to explore at Sleeping Giant State Park ahead of an upcoming expansion. Jeff Borne, the chair of the Sleeping Giant Park Association Land Acquisition Committee said they purchased 29 acres of privately owned land in 2023, as part of the committee’s preservation efforts. Borne explained the association has been interested in the 29…
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New Haven celebrates transformation of Fair Haven Community Health Care Clinic
Fair Haven Community Health Care, along with community, local, and state partners, celebrated a ribbon-cutting for its brand new facility. The health clinic has offered services, oftentimes at low to no cost, to the community for over 50 years. Fair Haven Community Health Care CEO Dr. Suzanne Lagarde said Wednesday’s ribbon-cutting celebrated the clinic’s first-ever major capital expansion since...
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Tweed Airport offers free air purifiers to nearby homeowners after odor complaints
Tweed-New Haven Airport will be rolling out a new program to address concerns from neighbors in the area. The initiative is the Residential Indoor Air program and will offer more than 800 medical-grade air purifiers to eligible residents. Thomas Cavaliere, director of community engagement at Tweed, said the program’s rollout will begin in July and is mainly in response...
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The Campaign School at Yale kicks off; trains leaders on how to run campaigns
The Campaign School at Yale kicked off at Yale’s School of Law for a full-week of campaign training. The prestigious program has been around for 29 years with this year’s class being composed of 79 leaders. More than two-thirds are women of color and 18 are Connecticut residents. “This is my idea of a good time, every year, it’s seating…
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New Haven fights overdoses with free drug-testing resources, Narcan training
A spike in overdoses prompted the City of New Haven to respond with free Narcan training and drug-use resources. The City of New Haven’s Health Department Director Maritza Bond said between May 30 through June 6, there were a total of 38 overdoses. “About 33 to be exact, non-fatal overdoses, with five fatal overdoses. That’s pretty significant in such a…
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New Haven Adult & Continuing Education holds 2025 commencement ceremony
Over 100 adults graduated at the New Haven Adult & Continuing Education Center at Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center. The commencement ceremony celebrated over 135 adult students, including 20 who completed their certified nursing assistant certification and two who earned their U.S citizenship. “Today we gather to witness the transformative power of education any stage of life, throughout…
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Market 360 brings affordable, locally sourced products to New Haven's downtown
The City of New Haven celebrated the grand opening of Market 360 in the city’s downtown on Wednesday. Market 360, located at 777 Chapel St., is owned by Connecticut grocers Chris and Kim Choe. The 20,000-square-foot supermarket will offer a variety of products, sourced from 20 local farms, as well as different international foods. “This store is here for you…
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City of New Haven kicks off Pride Month with flag raising
The City of New Haven kicked off Pride Month with a flag raising ceremony on Tuesday. The event was held in coordination with the New Haven Pride Center. “Pride month is also about joy and solidarity, remaining strong, working together with many community partners. This is the time to be proud of who we are, our differences on all levels,…
