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Report It Recap - May 17, 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:10:46 GMT

Report It isn't always about the serious fire or major car crash that halted traffic. Sometimes it's as fun an interesting as the prom or the random turkey.

The Circus is in town for Mother's Day

Jeff Valin — Fri, 10 May 2013 11:36:29 GMT

News 8's Jeff Valin is hanging out with the performers from the Ringling Brother and Barnum & Bailey Circus, which is in Hartford at the XL Center this weekend.

Report It Recap - May 10, 2013

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:30:13 GMT

Photos from several intense fire filled the Report It inbox this week, and that's not all you showed us.

GMCT: Breast Milk Jewelry

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:01:36 GMT

Really cool or really disgusting -- there's a product out there that lets you own jewelry made with breast milk.

GMCT: Lego says "Hey Babe"

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:50:52 GMT

A father was upset on seeing a 'Hey Babe' sticker on a Lego product, and he was even more upset with the company's initial reply.

GMCT: A no-wash shirt

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:40:08 GMT

(WTNH) -- Would you want to wear a shirt its maker says can be worn a hundred times without washing?

GMCT: Admission feee to 9/11 museum

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:31:08 GMT

Would you pay a $25 fee to visit the 9/11 museum at the World Trade Center site in New York? Some are balking at the price.

Report It Recap - May 3, 2013

Fri, 03 May 2013 11:26:01 GMT

Firefighters were busy this week, and you were there to Report It to News 8. We also got some spectacular pictures of a Bald Eagle.

GPS tags for dementia patients

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:45:32 GMT

We hear frequently about Silver Alerts for people with dementia who have been reported missing. There is a push to have people with dementia carry GPS devices so they can be found.

Relationship contracts

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:37:23 GMT

Want to be in a relationship -- first, sign this contract. We're not sure if you can call it a trend, but it's happening in New York City.

Playgrounds and food allergies

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:38:54 GMT

Food allergies are a tough thing for any parent with school age children to handle. One parent took to Slate.com to urge parents not to be careful when bringing snacks to the playground.

Backlash over UConn fitness center fee

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:07:49 GMT

Not everyone at UConn is happy over plans for a new student fitness center, because student fees will go up $500 for undergrad students to pay for the facility.

8th grade prom dress ban

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:00:41 GMT

A Readington Township, New Jersey, middle school principal has banned strapless dresses from the 8th grade prom, calling them too distracting.

Report It Recap - Apr. 26, 2013

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:53:57 GMT

A lot of color and a lot great causes are featured in this week's Report It Recap.

What happens after we die?

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:18:09 GMT

Medium Sydney Sherman joins News 8's Jeff Valin to talk about how to stay in touch with lost loved ones, and what happens after we die.

How to talk to your kids about tragedy

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:01:00 GMT

News 8's Jeff Valin talks with Dr. Rich Melheim about how to discuss tragedy with your kids.

Coast Guard discusses shore security

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:43:44 GMT

On Good Morning Connecticut Wednesday, News 8 spoke with Lt. Jeff Janaro of the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Long Island Sound about the Coast Guard's role in increased security after the Boston bombings.

Changes to Movie Ratings

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:46:43 GMT

Changes are coming to the traditional PG, PG-13 and R movie ratings guides. You'll be learning more about the specific content that got a particular movie its rating.

Blumenthal talks about gun vote

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:31:42 GMT

Gun control measures will come up for a vote in the US Senate today. On Good Morning Connecticut we spoke with Sen. Richard Blumenthal about the bills coming up for a vote in the wake of the Newtown school shooting.

Report It Recap - Apr. 12, 2013

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:10:23 GMT

We have lightning, rain, fire, Air Force One and a turkey crossing the road are featured in this week's Report It Recap.

WPLR's Chaz saves dog from fire

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:19:34 GMT

Good Morning Connecticut spoke Wednesday with WPLR morning duo Chaz and AJ, about Chaz's effort to run into a burning home to save a family's dog.

Newtown parents in DC about gun laws

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:59:25 GMT

(WTNH) -- Some Sandy Hook families traveled on Air Force One to Washington to meet today with lawmakers on Capitol Hill about federal gun legislation. Good Morning Connecticut spoke with ABC's Devin Dwyer about what to expect today.

Report It Recap - Apr. 5, 2013

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 10:23:22 GMT

From Fires to Easter fun and more signs of spring, this is the Report It Recap for the week ending April 5, 2013.

Murphy: A big day for Connecticut

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:14:33 GMT

Sen. Chris Murphy said Wednesday he hopes the impending gun law changes in Connecticut will help point the way for lawmakers in Washington who are drafting gun legislation.

Two is too young for tablets

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:35:43 GMT

(WTNH) -- What's the right age for children to be using electronic devices, such as tablets or e-readers?

GMCT: Does dogeball promote bullying

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:48:12 GMT

A school district in Windham, New Hampshire, had banned the game of dodgeball as part of an anti-bullying campaign.

Report It Recap - Mar. 29, 2013

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:36:50 GMT

Angel's wings, sports champions, a few turkeys, and a very wooden face are just some of the things hitting the WTNH Report It inbox this week.

"Unfollowing" over same-sex marriage

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:29:40 GMT

The debate over same-sex marriage at the U.S. Supreme Court has apparently led to a big Twitter "unfollowing."
Do you unfollow people with whom you disagree?

FAA may allow use of electronic devices

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:41:08 GMT

The Federal Aviation Administration is considering a plan to allow passengers to use some electronic devices during takeoffs and landings.

Pay fee to browse store

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:30:17 GMT

Would you pay $5 just to browse a store, if you got that money back when you bought something? A specialty food store in Brisbane, Australia is trying it.