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Flu cases spiking in Connecticut
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — It is peak cold season and here in Connecticut flu cases continue to climb, but it’s not the only viral infection spreading around.
“The scratchy throat and the ahem going on,” Zaida Molina, who recently had the flu, said.
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It’s the first warning sign for many colds, but what came next for Molina was a strong indicator it was more serious.
“The coughing and the achiness and you just feel very lethargic. You don’t really want to get up from the couch,” Molina said.
A positive influenza test at her doctor’s office last month confirmed it and the Meriden resident is far from alone.
The CDC currently categorizes flu activity in the state as very high.
Last week, the Connecticut Department of Public Health recorded over 3,700 cases, the highest amount this season. It’s resulted in nearly 1,400 hospitalizations and 31 deaths.
Molina knows firsthand just how quickly the flu can spread.
“Very, very contagious, I mean it started off with my husband, then a couple days later I had it, then a couple days later my daughter had it, then a couple days later my mother-in-law had it,” Molina said.
“We are a relatively small practice, but we are seeing a couple flu cases a day which is not what we were seeing in the fall. The last couple weeks it’s really picked up,” Dr. Frank Mongillo said.
Internal Medicine Doctor Frank Mongillo says Covid, RSV and Norovirus cases are also rising.
He said it’s not too late to get vaccinated, especially for people at higher risk for respiratory failure like those with asthma, lung disease or COPD.
“We think even if it doesn’t prevent the actual virus, it can prevent the complications. You want to avoid crowds. You want to avoid a lot of contact this time of year, especially if you have underlying health conditions,” Mongillo said.
“Plenty of fluids, rest, if you think you have it, stay home,” Molina said.
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NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — Norwich Public Utilities said last week that it will be increasing power and gas bills beginning next month.
Residential and commercial customers will see the increase reflected on their bills on June 1. Electric customers will see an increase of about $20 per month, natural gas customers will see an increase of about $5 per month, officials said.
Officials said the adjustments are due to the increased cost of purchasing electricity and natural gas. As a result, Norwich Public Utilities increased its Purchased Power Adjustment (PPA) and Purchased Gas Adjustment (PGA).
Despite the adjustments, officials said NPU customers will continue to see bills about 10-15% less than those of investor-owned utility companies.
Officials said this is not a rate increase but a reflection of the increased cost of these commodities. The funds collected from customers through the adjustments are sent to the suppliers.
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BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A New Haven man was sentenced to six years in federal prison on Monday for violating the terms of his release after he was found in possession of narcotics, including meth pills shaped like Super Mario in 2024.
According to the Office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut, 33-year-old Ronnell Rogers was pulled over in New Haven on May 2, 2024, and was found with fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin packaged for distribution, and meth pills shaped like “cartoon characters,” including Mario.
Rogers had been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison in 2022 for drug distribution and firearm possession, as well as 14 months for violating the terms of his supervised release for a previous federal conviction for unlawful possession of ammunition by a felon. He was released in March 2024.
Rogers has been in federal custody since May 30, 2024, and pleaded guilty to possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and distribution of fentanyl.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Connecticut Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.
Those who want to play in Connecticut can enter the CT Lotto, Millionaire for Life and Cash 5 games as well as play the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. There are also two drawings a day for the Play 3 with Wild Ball and Play 4 with Wild Ball games.
Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.
Here’s a look at Sunday, May 10, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Cash 5 numbers from May 10 drawing
02-26-27-31-32
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play3 numbers from May 10 drawing
Day: 2-7-1, WB: 4
Night: 5-1-4, WB: 1
Check Play3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play4 numbers from May 10 drawing
Day: 1-5-5-1, WB: 1
Night: 9-6-7-1, WB: 5
Check Play4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 10 drawing
01-03-20-35-46, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Connecticut Lottery prizes up to $599 can be easily claimed at any authorized CT Lottery Retailer without additional forms or documentation or by mail. For prizes between $600 and $5,000, winners have the option to claim by mail or in person at any CT Lottery High-Tier Claim Center or CT Lottery Headquarters. For prizes between $5,001 and $49,999, winnings must be claimed in person at the Connecticut Lottery headquarters or by mail. All prizes over $50,000 must be claimed in person at CT Lottery Headquarters. Winners are required to bring a government-issued photo ID and their Social Security card.
CT Lottery Claims Dept.
15 Sterling Drive
Wallingford, CT 06492
For additional details, including locations of High-Tier Claim Centers, visit the Connecticut Lottery’s claim information page.
When are the Connecticut Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. daily.
- Lotto: 10:38 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Cash 5: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Play3 Day: 1:57 p.m. daily.
- Play3 Night: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Play4 Day: 1:57 p.m. daily.
- Play4 Night: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily.
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