WCTX-TV (New Haven, CT)

WCTX is a television station that operates on virtual channel 59 and VHF digital channel 10. It is affiliated with MyNetworkTV and is based in New Haven, Connecticut, serving the Hartford–New Haven area. The station is part of a duopoly owned by Nexstar Media Group, which also owns the ABC affiliate WTNH, channel 8, that is similarly licensed in New Haven. Both WCTX and WTNH broadcast from shared studios located on Elm Street in Downtown New Haven. Their transmitter is situated in Hamden, Connecticut, while the master control and some internal functions are managed from Nexstar's hub facilities at WWLP, channel 22, based in Chicopee, Massachusetts.

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#40836

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#7804

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#427

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Police: Possible human remains found in Westerly

16 hours ago | wtnh.com | Jusolyn Flower

WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) — Westerly detectives are investigating after possible human remains were discovered Wednesday morning. Police said officers were called to Everett Avenue around 9:30 a.m. after what appeared to be a human leg bone was found. The remains were collected and taken to the medical examiner’s office for analysis. At this time, police said no foul play is suspected. They are awaiting official confirmation of the remains’ identity.
New London residents support native Cassie during Diddy trial

16 hours ago | wtnh.com | Jeff Derderian

NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — She’s being called a brave young woman who calls Connecticut home. Her name is Cassie Ventura and she’s right in the middle of the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial in New York as a star witness following her relationship with “Diddy” and here at home — the support for the singer is overwhelming. The horrifying video seen around Connecticut and around the world that is part of the case — Combs allegedly beating Ventura — was caught on camera in a hotel hallway.
Changeable weather today & tomorrow

1 day ago | wtnh.com | Gil Simmons

Have the umbrella handy again! Some early downpours coming through with just a spotty shower or storm later today. Similar pattern tomorrow with more widespread showers & storms for midday Saturday. Clearing & cooler Sunday with unusually cool weather next week!Early this morning: Showers tapering & humid. Areas of fog with lows in the upper 50s. Today: Mostly cloudy with spotty showers & a bit humid. Some afternoon sunny breaks. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
Changeable weather today & tomorrow

1 day ago | wtnh.com | Gil Simmons

Have the umbrella handy again! Some early downpours coming through with just a spotty shower or storm later today. Similar pattern tomorrow with more widespread showers & storms for midday Saturday. Clearing & cooler Sunday with unusually cool weather next week!Early this morning: Passing showers, isolated thunder & heavy downpours. Areas of fog with lows in the upper 50s. Today: Mostly cloudy with spotty showers & a bit humid. Some afternoon sunny breaks. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
News 8 Investigates: What led to the ‘Connecticut Cannibal’s’ conditional release ruling?

1 day ago | wtnh.com | Jeff Derderian

WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — More details about the decision to release the “Connecticut Cannibal” have unfolded, thanks to documents obtained by News 8. The decision report has been made available by the state’s psychiatric review board. In February, the board, psychiatrists, Smith’s public defender, therapists and his probation officer all met.
New report says crime is down in Connecticut

1 day ago | wtnh.com | Mackenzie Maynard

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A new report released by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) shows a decreasing trend in crime across Connecticut. The report which can be read here highlights three key areas, Crime Against People, Crime Against Property and Crime Against Society. News 8 talked with some residents who tell us they believe the data and feel it reflects what they see in their community.
Hartford HealthCare earns 4 advanced certifications from Joint Commission

1 day ago | wtnh.com | Jenn Brink

Hartford HealthCare has earned four advanced certifications from the Joint Commission -- a national recognition for excellence in orthopedic care.
Cassie is back on the witness stand in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial

2 days ago | wtnh.com | Michael R. Sisak |Larry Neumeister
Wednesday’s Warrior: Cancer survivor and her sister give other women a day to shine

2 days ago | wtnh.com | Alyssa Rae Taglia

WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Kimberly Cofrancesco was diagnosed with uterine cancer in 2018. From day one, she never let fear win. “I’m going to beat cancer,” Cofrancesco said when remembering the time she learned of her diagnosis, and she did. Today, Cofrancesco is cancer-free and credits her recovery to her faith, mindset, and family. “I think a lot of times it’s harder on the caregivers and the loved ones in our lives than it is on us,” she said.
On & off rain today

2 days ago | wtnh.com | Gil Simmons

Not the best of patterns ahead with some rain on & off today. It is going to be cool as well! A spotty shower or storm tomorrow with a higher thunder threat late Friday & again late Saturday before nicer weather finally returns Sunday. Early this morning: Take the umbrella! Cloudy with patchy light rain. Lows in the mid 50s. Today: Rainy at times & increasing from SW to NE. Dress for a cool day with highs from the lower 60s near LI Sound to near 70 inland.