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USS Iowa submarine commissioned in Connecticut, now in active service
GROTON, Conn. (WFSB) – The latest Virginia-class nuclear powered submarine to join the U.S. fleet. The vessel was commissioned in a ceremony on Saturday morning in Groton.
“United States Ship Iowa is in commission, and I am in command,” said Captain Gregory Coy.
Hundreds of veterans as well family and friends of the 140 crew members for the USS Iowa gathered at Naval Submarine Base New London for the commissioning of the newest nuclear powered submarine to join the navy’s fleet.
“377 feet of ruthless, silent and unmatched American strength,” added Commander Daryl Coudle. “Built by the grit and determination of American shipyard workers.”
This vessel is the third to be named for the state of Iowa, the previous ship was in service from 1943 to 1990 and served in World War II, The Korean War and the Gulf War.
This is also the first submarine to specifically accommodate women sailors.
“They remain our nation’s first line of defense, the tip of its spear,” expressed Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. “It’s stabilizing representative in a turbulent world. In just minutes, the new USS Iowa will officially begin carrying forward that proud tradition. It will do so with the skill and bravery of the American sailors, men and women alike, who will make up its first crew.”
“To captain Coy and the crew, please know that the navy’s decision to hold port Iowa here in Groton means that you’re going to be welcomed and honored in the submarine capital of the world for as long as you are stationed here,” said Representative Joe Courtney.
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Where to watch Connecticut Sun vs Atlanta Dream on June 2: TV channel, start time and streaming
The WNBA has returned with a brand new collective bargaining agreement and a league full of loaded rosters as the 2026 season tips off.
A rookie class headlined by Dallas Wings top pick Azzi Fudd, Minnesota’s Olivia Miles and Washington’s Lauren Betts is ready to make a mark in the pros while the defending champion Las Vegas Aces look to keep their dynasty alive with a fourth title in five years.
As the the season gets going under a new media rights deal, it can be tough to figure out which channel each team is playing on every night. Here’s everything you need to know to tune in when the Atlanta Dream host the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday.
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Tip off between the Atlanta Dream and Connecticut Sun is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, June 2.
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Three Rocky Hill firefighters were honored Monday night for their part in a rescue on the Connecticut River in March.
Emergency crews responded to Ferry Park in Rocky Hill on March 23 in response to a report of a vehicle in the river.
When they arrived, they found a woman in a Jeep about 35 feet out from the riverbank.
Crews broke a window and pulled the woman to safety after about 10 minutes, according to fire officials.
The woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Monday evening, Captain William Kelly, Captain Roberto Leone, and Lt. Travis Gerace-Hicks were awarded the fire department’s valor award for their rescue efforts.
ROCKY HILL — A man from South Carolina is facing charges after cutting down light poles along the highway in Rocky Hill, Connecticut State Police said.
Lamont Carlson Tucker, 62, of Myrtle Beach, is charged with first-degree criminal mischief and fourth-degree larceny, police said.
Police said troopers responded to reports of “an individual cutting light poles” around 5 a.m. Saturday.
Tucker was released on a $3,000 bond and is scheduled to appear at state Superior Court in New Britain June 12, police said.
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