Car Crashes Into Store; New Gambling Deal Reached: CT News

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

Car Crashes Into Storefront

“He went right through,” said a manager at the store, where an elderly man crashed into the front window.>>>Read More.

Rainbow Crosswalk Unveiled

A new rainbow crosswalk was installed outside of Mathews Park and unveiled to the public following years of work.>>>Read More.

Mother Pleads Not Guilty To Shooting Two Children

Mother accused of shooting, leading to one death.>>>Read More.

New Business Serving Summertime Treats

Dave’s Gourmet Paletas in downtown offers a unique take on the popsicle in a wide array of flavors.>>>Read More.

New Deal Allows Fantasy Sports To Continue In CT

Play Ball: DraftKings and FanDuel agree to pay Connecticut more than $1 million for the licenses, under the state's new online gambling law. Here are the full terms of the deal.>>>Read More.

Man Robbed Store At Knifepoint, Leaves With $3: Police

The man left the store with $3, according to police.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Lamont Calls For Special Election To Fill Vacant Senate Seat
• Men Hospitalized After Hours-Long Negotiation: PD
• Man Dies In Crash
• Third Man Charged In Connection To Vets Park Attack: PD

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