CT Students Rank No. 1; $1M Lottery Winner Sold: CT News

There was plenty of news across Connecticut on Wednesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

CT Students No. 1 In Nation For AP Exam Scores: Report

It's the first time Connecticut students came in first in overall AP exam scores.>>>Read More.

'Prohibition Doesn't Work': Lawmakers Push Legal Marijuana In CT

Gov. Ned Lamont met with business leaders and other stakeholders to discuss his initiative to legalize recreational marijuana in CT.>>>Read More.

Man Severely Hurt While Fleeing Cops After Shooting: PD

A driver being pursued by police after a shooting crossed into another town and T-boned a vehicle, law enforcement said.>>>Read More.

UConn Considering Coronavirus-Related Tuition, Fee 'Adjustments'

UConn officials are considering trimming down some of the proposed increases for the 2021-22 academic year.>>>Read More.

Longtime PGA Golf Professional —CT Resident — Dies At 55

The golf community and beyond is mourning his loss.>>>Read More.

Another 7-Figure Winner Emerges In CT Lottery Lotto Game

In 2021, Connecticut already has two, seven-figure Lotto winners.>>>Read More.

White House Sounds Off On Lamont's Coronavirus Vaccine Decision

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki responded to Gov. Ned Lamont’s decision to expand vaccine eligibility by age, which goes against the current federal guidance. Here is what the White House had to say.>>>Read More.

Emaciated Dog Abandoned At Side Of Road: Police

Police said a hiker saw the driver of a blue pickup truck abandon the dog, an older female beagle, at the side of the road and drive away.>>>Red More.

Other top stories:

• ‘Taste Of Mexico’ Opens
• High School Girls Basketball Poll Stays Nearly Intact
• Power Utilities Look To Resume Disconnects In CT; Lamont Objects
• CT Lawmakers Pass Measure Pushing Tech Development In Poor Areas
• UConn Launching Online Advanced Business Degree Program
• Homicide Suspect Arrested In North Carolina
• Gang Members Connected To Courthouse Shooting: Feds

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