Car Crashes Into Restaurant; Lawmakers Admonished: CT News

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

Unoccupied Car Crashes Into Restaurant Door

A car apparently broke loose at a gas station across the street and slammed into the restaurant doorway.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Man Arrested In Connection With Jan. 6 Capitol Riot

He was arrested by federal agents Thursday and is facing charges related to the Jan. 6 riot in the U.S. Capitol.>>>Read More.

Deaths In VA Steam Blast Were Avoidable: OSHA Report

A lack of hazardous energy control safeguards contributed to the double-fatal incident at the West Haven campus last year, officials said.>>>Read More.

Man Struck 2 Police Officers With Van: Police

A man is facing charges after police say he struck a cruiser and drove over an officer's foot.>>>Read More.

CT House Speaker Warns Lawmakers Not To Drink On The Job

Connecticut House Speaker Matt Ritter said he has admonished lawmakers about excessive drinking at the state Capitol complex.>>>Read More.

Oh, Baby! Firefighter/Paramedics Help Deliver Newborn

They got to the house at 10:15 a.m., 10 minutes later, the baby was born. While mom did most of the work, firefighters were there to help.>>>Read More.

Now, Here's A Unique Property: Converted Church For Sale

Listed on the State Register of Historical Places, this home is filled with serenity from the moment you enter.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Car And School Bus Collide
• Man, 34, Killed In Shooting Identified
• Police Search For Man Who Exposed Himself
• Man Charged In Road Rage Incident
• Firefighters Battle House Fire
• Man Charged After Attack At Gas Station: Police
• Woman Impersonated Health Care Worker, Authorities Say

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