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The Hidden Dangers of Connecticut: 2024's Worst Places to Live
Connecticut is a state with a lot of history and charm. It’s full of quaint towns and lively cities, offering a mix of scenic beauty and modern attractions. From world-famous institutions like Yale University to the stunning coastline along Long Island Sound, Connecticut has something for everyone.
The state’s ongoing progress, rich cultural offerings, and educational opportunities continue to make it an appealing place to live. That said, some parts of Connecticut struggle with crime, and the state’s safety issues are often linked to higher violent crime rates in certain cities. If you’re thinking about moving to Connecticut or just curious about which places to avoid, keep reading to learn about the ten worst spots to live in the state.
We don’t know what 2025 will bring but these were the 10 Most Dangerous Cities in Connecticut for 2024.
The Hidden Dangers of Connecticut: 2024’s Worst Places to Live
We don’t know what 2025 will bring but these were the 10 Most Dangerous Cities in Connecticut for 2024.
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Don’t let em’ fool you, these reports/stats are what they are but this is the reality in every state in our great nation. There are cities that struggle with crime, that is just life. However, I will put our bad up against most other states and we still come out looking awesome. Connecticut has a bad national reputation as a billionaire’s asylum.
Some people think we are walking around with sweaters tied around our necks collecting checks from daddy, others think we are dodging bullets 24/7. Like everything else in life, the truth lies somewhere in the middle. Connecticut is a great place to live FULL STOP.
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10 Most Dangerous Neighborhoods, in Connecticut’s Highest Crime City
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7 Worst Prisons in the State of Connecticut
If I was going to prison, I’d be worrying about everything. I’d want to know what I was in for and there are not a ton of resources available, I certainly would not have anyone I could ask for their experience. You need to know what danger level you’re facing, what your day-to-day will consist of and what conditions are like. Most of all, you want to know if the place you’re going to has a bad reputation.
Here are the 7 Worst Prisons in Connecticut
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Viral: Suspect Mugshots Released! Danbury Kidnapping Perps Inspire Big Laughs
These are the 6 men Danbury Police say kidnapped and beat a couple in the Hat City on Sunday. We (I) decided to have some fun with these photos in the style of the American yearbook.
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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.
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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.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Connecticut editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Lexie Brown had 17 points to lead the Seattle Storm to an 89-82 win over the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Sunday afternoon..
Former UConn Huskies women’s basketball star Stefanie Dolson had six points and four rebounds for the Storm while Katie Lou Samuelson did not dress as she continues her recovery from an ACL injury suffered during 2025 training camp. Olivia Nelson-Ododa had five points and one rebound for the Sun while Aaliyah Edwards sat out with a left thigh injury.
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