Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
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💼 Business
Avery’s Beverages, the oldest soda company in Connecticut, uses generations-old recipes to craft handcrafted drinks—adding a hint of humor—while keeping a long tradition alive.
Louisiana-based solar developer PosiGen said it will lay off 78 workers in Connecticut between now and mid-September because of significant financial difficulties caused by the removal of solar tax credits by Congress + the company said that if it fails to secure extra funding, it will close its Danbury, Shelton and Wethersfield facilities.
🚨 Crime
Leonel Chavez, 42, from Norwalk was deported to Mexico on the weekend after ICE agents tased him in a viral video — his 21-year-old daughter said the family received no help tracking him —.
🏛️ Government
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal launched an investigation Tuesday into alleged abusive practices by ICE agents in Connecticut — the probe will review reports of excessive force and improper detentions and follows a recent sweep that arrested 65 immigrants.
Blumenthal sent a letter to ICE asking for details on its use-of-force policies and arrest incentives as he seeks support from other senators once Congress returns from recess.
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Leonardo Paniagua Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Tiesto's Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of romantic Latin music with Leonardo Paniagua performing live.
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