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Firefighters Battle Brookfield Blaze Brookfield firefighters were called to a fire Thursday evening on Baldwin Hill Road near Ironworks Road. Police urged drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes while crews worked the scene. No information was immediately released on injuries or what sparked the fire.

Storage Yard Proposal Heads to Wetlands Review A New Milford business is seeking approval to relocate its stone storage yard to the front of its Route 7 property, including a quarter-acre within the Still River wetlands buffer. The proposal will be reviewed by the Inland Wetlands Commission before any work can move forward.

Connecticut Disability Pension Reforms Leave Gaps Connecticut officials say reforms have strengthened oversight of the state’s disability pension system, including requiring all recipients to complete annual eligibility reviews. But investigators report loopholes remain, allowing some recipients to keep full pensions despite substantial outside income.

Elliott Qualifies for Public Campaign Funds Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Elliott has qualified for nearly $3.8 million in public campaign financing. The State Elections Enforcement Commission approved his application after determining his campaign met the required fundraising threshold for Connecticut’s Citizens’ Election Program.

Brewster Man Charged After Alleged Drunken Head-On Crash A 39 year old Brewster man is facing drunken driving and reckless driving charges after New York State Police say he crossed the center line and caused a head-on crash in Patterson. Police say his blood alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported.

Cash App Settlement Pays Connecticut $1Point 5 Million Connecticut will receive $1.5 million as part of a $45 million multistate settlement with Cash App owner Block Incorporated. State officials say the company failed to adequately protect users from fraud, while Block denied any wrongdoing and agreed to improve security and customer support.

Air Line Trail Project Receives Federal Funding Connecticut has received more than $7.1 million in first-year federal funding to improve the Air Line State Park Trail as part of a planned five-year, $40 million investment. The project will upgrade trail surfaces, drainage, signage and access points in Connecticut communities to encourage outdoor recreation and improve public health.

West Nile Virus Detected in Milford Mosquitoes Connecticut health officials say mosquitoes collected in Milford have tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the state’s first positive mosquito sample of the year. Officials warn recent warm, humid weather could boost mosquito activity and urge residents to use insect repellent, avoid outdoor exposure at dusk and dawn, and eliminate standing water around their homes.

Water Safety Urged During Busy Summer Season Connecticut officials are urging families to make water safety a priority as drowning deaths rise this summer. They are encouraging parents to closely supervise children around water, learn CPR and ensure everyone knows basic swimming skills as communities head into the peak of the summer season.

Newtown Approves Zoning Change for New Restaurants Newtown’s Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a zoning change allowing two Brookfield restaurants and a medical office to open in a new Church Hill Road retail center. Some commissioners raised concerns about parking and traffic congestion near Interstate 84, but supporters said busy businesses would benefit the local economy and additional parking could be added if needed.