Kiara Smith

Massachusetts

Reporter at WTNH-TV (New Haven, CT)

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New Haven teachers reflect on 1975 strike impact

6 days ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Several New Haven teachers that went on strike in 1975 reunited outside of the New Haven Superior Court house on Saturday. The gathering was designed to bring everyone together to remember the sacrifices that they made for modern day teachers. This historic strike resulted in 90 arrests. The teachers were charged with contempt of court and arrested after going on strike. The educators were calling for a fair contract and higher pay.
CSCU faculty members push back against potential budget cuts

1 week ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — The union that represents faculty at Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, CSU-AAUP, met with the Board of Regents to try and stop potential budget cuts. The union members asked the board to use reserve funds to stop any cuts to student services and faculty members.
CSCU faculty members push back against potential budget cuts

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Smith

CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — The union that represents faculty at Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, CSU-AAUP, met with the Board of Regents to try and stop potential budget cuts. The union members asked the board to use reserve funds to stop any cuts to student services and faculty members.
Residents take to Hammonasset Beach on Memorial Day to kick off summer

1 week ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

by: Kiara Smith Posted: May 26, 2025 / 04:33 PM EDT Updated: May 26, 2025 / 04:33 PM EDT MADISON, Conn. (WTNH) — Sandcastles, beach volleyball and sunbathing were in full swing Monday at Hammonasset Beach State Park for the “unofficial start of summer.”Beachgoers soaked up the sun after a weekend of rain. Watch the full video on News 8 at 5.
Community gathers for West Haven veteran honor walk

1 week ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The West Haven Veterans Council, the city’s Vietnam Veteran members and community leaders hosted a walk of honor ceremony to recognize and remember the city’s veterans at Bradley Point Park on Saturday. The event featured a flag raising, a wreath laying ceremony and 72 bricks were dedicated to West Haven veterans. According to the city, more than 3,000 bricks were already installed to honor veterans that are living and deceased.
School funding focus of fight over Hartford budget

2 weeks ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A similar fight for education funding took place at Hartford City Hall on Wednesday. But this time, it involved city council members. Wednesday afternoon, the council voted to approve the proposed municipal budget for the 2026 fiscal year. It’s more than $620 million. There was a lot of discussion regarding increased funding for Hartford Public Schools.
City of Hartford approves $626 million budget

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Smith

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Hartford City Council voted to approve the $626 million budget for the 2026 fiscal year on Wednesday. The Hartford City Council had discussions regarding increased funding for Hartford Public Schools. While the majority of the council voted against a $10 million dollar increase, this left Councilman Josh Michtom and John Gale concerned.
City of Hartford allocating additional $3 million in funding for public schools

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Smith

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The city of Hartford has been working to secure additional funds to meet the needs of students here in the city. But the community says the $3 million announced Tuesday is not enough to do that. “I acknowledge that this is helping the Board of Education with additional funds, but it does not close the budget gap, nor does it restore a single teacher whose position has been laid off,” Hartford Federation of Teachers President Carol Gale said.
New Haven announces legislation aimed at protecting students from reckless drivers

2 weeks ago | wtnh.com | Kiara Smith

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New Haven announces legislation aimed at protecting students from reckless drivers

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Smith

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Automated monitoring systems and cameras could soon be the newest addition to New Haven school buses. On Monday, the city submitted a proposed new local ordinance to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep the roads safe for students. The legislation has not been approved by the Board of Aldermen yet, but the board will review the ordinance.