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Iraqi PM Formally Submits Resignation Amid More Violence
Three anti-government protesters were shot dead and at least 58 wounded in Baghdad and southern Iraq on Saturday, security and medical officials said, as Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi formally submitted his resignation to parliament. Lawmakers were expected to either vote or accept outright Abdul-Mahdi’s resignation letter in a parliamentary session Sunday, two members of parliament said. The prime minister announced...
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House of Heroes Repairs 87-Year-Old Veteran's Home in Wethersfield
The House of Heroes Connecticut is making it their mission to help military and public safety veterans through much needed home repairs.
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Westville Kosher Market Closing at the End of May
Jewish families in greater New Haven will soon need to find somewhere else to shop for Kosher food.
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Trader Joe's Fans Are Upset the Store Is Getting Rid of a Popular Service
In an effort to keep grocery prices low, Trader Joe’s is kicking its delivery service to the curb. For almost 13 years, the grocery chain known for its upbeat staff and insanely popular frozen meals brought groceries to the homes of customers around New York City. But on March 1, Trader Joe’s will stop the popular service — and devoted...
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Woman Regrets Taking Photos of ‘Cosby' Actor Geoffrey Owens Working at NJ Trader Joe's
The woman who took photos of a former regular on “The Cosby Show” while he worked at a New Jersey grocery store says she’s filled with regret over the uproar they caused. Karma Lawrence tells NJ.com she took the photos on impulse and meant no ill will toward Geoffrey Owens. She shuttered her social media accounts after her photos showed...
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Round Fired by Officer Killed Trader Joe's Store Manager in Silver Lake Shootout: LAPD
The bullet that killed a Trader Joe’s store manager in an exchange of gunfire with a homicide suspect following a pursuit crash Saturday was fired by a Los Angeles Police Department officer, police said Tuesday morning.
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Community Mourns Trader Joe's Shooting Victim, ‘Mely'
Melyda “Mely” Maricela Corado was the manager of the Silver Lake Trader Joe’s. She died in the standoff between police and 28-year-old Gene Atkins on Saturday.
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Trader Joe's Standoff Suspect's Family Reacts: ‘The Next Thing I Do, I'm Going to Die Doing It or I'm Going to Jail'
Twenty-eight-year-old Gene Evin Atkins has been arrested on suspicion of murder after shooting his grandmother and girlfriend then crashing his car into a busy supermarket where he held dozens of people hostage in a standoff with the police.
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Trader Joe's Worker Helps Colleagues to Safety During Hostage Crisis
Sean Gerace was working in the backroom of a Trader Joe’s in Silver Lake Saturday afternoon when he heard screaming and gunfire.
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Hostages Freed from Silver Lake Trader Joe's After Hours-Long Standoff
One woman is dead after a gunman being chased by police entered a Silver Lake-area Trader Joe’s Saturday afternoon, held several people hostage and engaged in an hours-long standoff with police before eventually surrendering.
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Husband of ‘Real Housewives' Star in Deportation Proceedings: ICE
The husband of a “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star says prison officials are improperly preventing him from entering an alcohol-treatment program.
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‘Why We Rescue': Photo of Death Row Dog's ‘Freedom Ride' Goes Viral
“This is why we rescue.” It’s a fitting caption for a photo melting animal lovers’ hearts across the country.
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'Avengers: Infinity War' Directors, Downey Ask for Secrecy
Actor Robert Downey Jr. is joining the directors of “Avengers: Infinity War” in calling for fans to maintain secrecy.
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Women Steal Customers' Valuables at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods: Police
Two women accused of stealing customers’ valuables at grocery stores in West Hartford are being sought after by police.
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West Hartford Police Search For Purse Theft Suspects
West Hartford police are trying to find two women who they say tried to use a stolen credit card at Westfarms.
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‘American Idol' Says It Wants to Get Back to Making Stars
“American Idol” wants to get back in the business of making stars. The longtime talent show, which is being revived by ABC starting on March 11, faded in ratings and cultural significance over its last seasons on Fox before ending in 2016. The memorable talents boosted by the show — Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Adam Lambert and the like —...
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Cookies for Santa: A Breakdown of Christmas Calories
Between holiday parties, baking cookies for Santa, and office treats, the holidays can be a time for celebration through food. But do you know how many calories you are actually consuming with those holiday snacks?
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Dozens of Vegetable Products, Including Ones Sold at Trader Joe's and Walmart, Recalled Over Listeria Concerns
A California-based company is recalling a litany of vegetable products — from broccoli florets to brussels sprouts to cauliflower and stirfry medleys — over concerns about possible listeria contamination.
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Fast-Moving Fire Consumes Napa Home, Kills WWII Veteran and Wife
A World War II veteran and his wife were unable to make it out of their Napa home before it was engulfed in flames Sunday, killing them. Jodi Hernandez reports.
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Cookie Butter Oreos About to Hit Store Shelves
Oreo is about to release a limited-edition cookie butter flavor in time for the fall season. “Today” reports the Cookie Butter Oreos will be available in stores nationwide beginning Monday. The actual cookies are graham-flavored, and the cream filling is cookie butter-flavored. “Today” notes the popularity of cookie butter has skyrocketed in the past few years, particularly among the Trader...