Officials in Wilton are moving closer to launching a tax sale aimed at recovering more than 1 POINT 2 million dollars in unpaid taxes. The Board of Selectmen supports the idea but wants to review multiple vendors before hiring a consultant to handle the process. Town leaders say more than 2 POINT 6 million dollars in delinquent taxes are currently on the books, some dating back years. The proposed plan could target dozens of properties and encourage many owners to pay before any auction takes place.

75 year old Laura King of Newtown is facing felony charges after police say she siphoned more than 300 thousand dollars from a Westport doctor’s estate. Investigators say King, who had power of attorney, used the funds for personal benefit over several years. She turned herself in to police and is charged with larceny, conspiracy, and identity theft. King was released on bond and is due in court in May.

Police in Ridgefield say three people were taken to the hospital following a two-car crash along Danbury Road. The collision happened yesterday just after noon, backing up traffic and forcing detours along Route 7 for a time. Authorities say both drivers and a passenger were transported to Danbury Hospital. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

A new report from the American Lung Association shows serious air quality concerns in Fairfield County, where ozone pollution now ranks the worst east of Texas. The findings say more than 535 thousand children across Connecticut are breathing unhealthy air, with Fairfield County receiving failing marks for ozone and below-average grades for particle pollution. Researchers say ozone smog has worsened in Fairfield County for three straight years, making it the most polluted area in the state and among the worst in the country. Health experts warn the pollution can trigger asthma attacks and other long-term respiratory problems, especially in children.

42 year old Roman Santiago Jr. of Danbury has pleaded guilty to trafficking cocaine through the mail from Puerto Rico. Prosecutors say packages containing large amounts of cocaine were shipped to Connecticut and intercepted by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service during the investigation. Authorities say more than 11 kilograms of cocaine were seized, along with fentanyl found at Santiago’s home at the time of his arrest. He now faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison, with sentencing set for July.

Eversource Energy is marking Earth Month with an interactive online event aimed at raising awareness about pollinator conservation. The company says its “Paint With Matt Patterson” livestream will take place April 29, inviting viewers across New England to follow along as they paint a monarch butterfly while learning about habitat protection. The event ties into broader efforts to protect wildlife along power line corridors, including participation in a nationwide conservation agreement focused on monarch butterflies. The program also highlights how utility land can support biodiversity while maintaining reliable service. The livestream will be available on social media platforms, with materials provided in advance for those who want to take part.

Connecticut residents are set to see lower electric bills beginning May first after action by Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. The change will cut rates by roughly fourteen percent, translating to about 30 dollars a month for Eversource customers. Officials say the drop is tied to a shift in the public benefits charge, which will become a credit on bills through at least September. State leaders point to long-term nuclear energy contracts and recent legislation as key drivers behind the savings. The lower rates are expected to appear on customer bills starting May first and continue through late summer for most households.

Police activity in Newtown led to delayed school dismissals after two individuals ran from a crash along Interstate 84. Authorities say the incident happened just before 1:30 Wednesday afternoon when Connecticut State Police asked Newtown Police Department for help tracking down the suspects near The Boulevard. Schools and nearby residential facilities were alerted as a precaution while officers searched the area. One of the suspects was later located and taken into custody on School House Hill Road. State police are now handling the criminal investigation.

The Wilton Police Department has a new home. Town officials marked the opening of a new headquarters on Danbury Road with a ribbon-cutting and public tour. The upgraded facility includes expanded workspaces, evidence storage and updated resources aimed at improving response and daily operations.

Four more suspects tied to a large DraftKings fraud investigation are now seeking a chance to avoid prosecution. Authorities say the four have applied for accelerated rehabilitation, a program that could lead to charges being dismissed if completed. Prosecutors allege the group used stolen credit card data to funnel more than 190 thousand dollars through online betting accounts before withdrawing the money. Court records in their cases have been sealed, with hearings set in the coming weeks.