To help keep you informed on the most shared and talked about stories, each Saturday and Sunday we'll revisit five stories from the previous week, including the most recent updates.
Woman Uses Texts to 911 While Being Held Against Her Will
Texts from a woman who said her ex had a gun and was holding her against her will in a vehicle led to the arrest of an East Hartford man Wednesday night. Police said the man led police on a chase from Andover to Hartford, driving faster than 130 miles per hour at times. See the full story here.
Stop Vaping! Health Officials Warn of Serious Illnesses Tied to Vaping, E-Cigarettes
U.S. health officials are investigating what might be causing hundreds of serious breathing illnesses in people who use e-cigarettes and other vaping devices. They have identified 380 confirmed and probable cases in Connecticut and 35 other states, and one territory, including six deaths. Get the full details here.
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Sales Tax on Prepared Food Items Increasing Oct. 1
Come October the sales tax for certain prepared food items and drinks goes up 1 percent at grocery stores and restaurants, to a total of 7.35 percent. For more information and a full list of affected items, click here.
Dramatic Upset in New Haven's Democratic Primary for Mayor
Former alderman Justin Elicker’s claimed victory over three-term incumbent Mayor Toni Harp in New Haven’s Democratic mayoral primary Tuesday. This isn't the first time Elicker and Harp have gone head-to-head - he lost to her when she first ran for mayor six years ago. Click here for the full story.
Huffman to Serve Prison Time in College Cheating Scandal
Actress Felicity Huffman will serve time behind bars for her part in the nationwide college admissions cheating scheme. Huffman was sentenced to 14 days in prison, along with a $30,000 fine and community service Friday in Boston's federal court. The "Desperate Housewives" actress pleaded guilty in May to conspiracy and fraud for paying $15,000 to boost her older daughter's SAT test scores. For the full story, click here.
