Vice President Kamala Harris will attend the NAACP National Convention in Boston, Massachusetts. NAACP President & CEO Derrick Johnson released the following statement celebrating the VP's return to NAACP Convention:

"NAACP Convention is one of the few places where everyday Americans have the opportunity to engage with some of our nation's most influential voices. The Vice President's return to convention is further evidence of the NAACP's commitment to ensuring our communities have access to all places where power convenes.

"I am confident that Vice President Harris' presence at convention will further motivate our members and supporters' continued fight for racial justice across all 50 states. We look forward to hearing from the Vice President on how the administration is enacting its commitment to addressing the issues that are top-of-mind for Black America. This is what thriving together looks like."

Last year, Vice President Harris made history as the first Black Woman Vice President to provide a keynote speech at an NAACP Convention. Her remarks focused on the Administration's support for reproductive rights and tighter gun restrictions, and conveyed a promise to reduce disproportionately high maternal mortality rates for people of color.

Over the last 113 years, the NAACP Convention has welcomed Presidents and Vice Presidents, from Eisenhower, Kennedy, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Clinton, Bush, Biden and Obama

Due to the forecast of inclement weather, New Haven’s fireworks display has been rescheduled to WEDNESDAY, JULY 5th. It will still be a wonderful evening for residents to come together, enjoy the fireworks and celebrate our nation’s independence. The fireworks will be set off atop East Rock Park around 9 pm and will last about 25 minutes.  

The official viewing site is the Wilbur Cross High School athletic fields, but you can see the fireworks from many locations around the City. A good rule of thumb is if you can see the summit of East Rock Park, you’ll see the fireworks. Also, parking at Wilbur Cross is limited so please plan accordingly -- it may be faster to park a few blocks away and walk from there, as the traffic leaving the event takes some time to clear out. 

Finally, a note on safety: please leave the fireworks to the professionals. Fireworks are dangerous and can result in serious injury and fires. Only sparklers and fountain fireworks are permitted by those 16 years of age or older – all other fireworks are illegal. Police and Fire Marshals will be out enforcing these regulations. 

Thank you for your cooperation and I hope you and your family have a safe and wonderful holiday

HOMICIDE ARREST PRESS CONFERENCE AND REWARD

ANNOUNCEMENT
WHEN: Wednesday, June 7 at 1:00 PM
WHERE: Police Headquarters, 1 Union Avenue, 3rd Floor Atrium
WHO: Police Chief Karl Jacobson and Mayor Justin Elicker
WHAT: The New Haven Police Department will hold a press conference to announce an
arrest in the homicide case that occurred on November 6, 2020 at 162 Bassett Street. The
press conference will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the New Haven
Police Department headquarters, located at 1 Union Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06519.
The press conference will provide information on the investigation and the arrest of the
suspect. The identity of the suspect and other details of the arrest will be discussed during
the press conference.
Furthermore, the New Haven Police Department will announce a reward for information
leading to the arrest and conviction of the party responsible for the homicide of Nico
Seraceni. The reward will be discussed during the press conference.

May 31, 2023 – NEW HAVEN POLICE INVESTIGATING A DOUBLE
SHOOTING ON GEORGE STREET THAT LEAVES TWO INJURED
New Haven, CT – Last night at around 8:30 pm, officers were alerted through ShotSpotter to
nine rounds of gunfire in the area of 800 George Street. Shortly thereafter, NHPD dispatch
received a call that two individuals had arrived at Yale-New Haven Hospital on Chapel Street
with gunshot wounds. The victims were dropped off in a vehicle that was no longer at the
hospital. One of the victims suffered a non-life-threatening graze wound while the other had
serious injuries but is in stable condition.
Officers located a crime scene in the area of 800 George Street where they found nine fired
cartridge casings and a handgun with an obliterated serial number hidden under a parked
car. Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit and Bureau of Identification responded to the
scene to collect evidence, and search for video surveillance footage and witnesses. The
investigation is still ongoing.
The New Haven Police Department is asking for the public's help in solving this incident.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the New Haven Police
Department Investigative Services Division at (203) 946-6304 or through the department’s
anonymous tip-line at 866-888-TIPS (8477).

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Treasurer Erick Russell will be the Rotary Club of Wallingford’s monthly speaker on Wednesday, giving an update on the work of the Office of the Treasurer including the recent agreement to fund CT Baby Bonds and an upcoming General Obligation bond sale. He will also take questions from the audience. 

What: Monthly Speaker at Rotary Club of Wallingford

When: Wednesday, May 31, 2023. 12:45pm

Where: Wallingford Elks #1365-148

1. Main St. 

Wallingford, CT

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