Comments Section FIXED!

Hi everyone...Apparently there was a problem with "comments form". Being the dork that I am, I messed with the HTML and fixed it. YAY! So now you can feel free to leave comments (just the nice ones, haha).

Can Social Networking Cause Depression In Teens?

Usually when I report on a story, I am gathering research, getting interviews and writing a story in a matter of just 3-6 hours. Many people don't realize the stories you see on the news were all slammed together in the course of one day (with care of course).

Today I had the rare opportunity to start a special assignment story. This means I have more than ONE DAY to prepare for my story. I am always concerned the usual time constraints restrict the quality of my work and now that I have this extra time....I don't know what to do with it! Haha!

So what's the story I'm working on? I found new research that determines social networking, texting, and other forms of communication through technology can increase depression in teens. OK, I know what you're thinking..."not another new study that no one cares about". But think about it. Today's teens may have 500 facebook contacts but how many of those people are really close friends? Today's youth don't sit down face-to-face and talk through problems, they text message!

Think about how fast rumors are spread by whispering through school hallways. These days gossip travels instantaneously (or at the speed of your latest DSL connection). Today I spoke with teens and a psychiatrist about the relevance of the new study. I'll let you know when it's ready to air...But you don't want to miss it!

Weather Pics

This is a pic a viewer sent me. It's so nice, I had to share. OBVIOUSLY, it's not from today! This was taken Saturday night during Sunset at Cedar Lake by Eric from Wolcott. If you have any pics, send them in. Even if it's just a rainy day pic!

What's Missing From My Blog?

What would you like to see more of? Pictures, news, weather forecasts, personal stuff? Please let me know! In four months my blog reached 3,000 hits that span over 14 countries, 40 US States and 87 cities in Connecticut. I couldn't be happier with the response...But I want to keep you coming back! So let me know what I can do to make this blog more interesting! Thanks in advance for your feedback!

Karma's A B*tch!

I LOVE this story because it shows you...what goes around, comes around!

Nick Mitchell (Norman Gentle) Results-Recap

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OK tell me what you think of this...I need feedback! I have never done segments like this before!

Nick Mitchell Talks About American Idol

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I became fast friends with Nick! I can't wait to work with him some more. I told him I have not watched this season of American Idol and he helped me get up-to-date!

Calling All American Idol Fans!

OK so I must admit, I am new to the world of American Idol. But hey, I guess that means I see things from a fresh perspective, right? Well how would you like to win a trip for two to LA and tickets to American Idol? Just watch FOX61 this Tuesday & Wednesday and next week after the show for the "clue of the day". I will also be twittering during Idol and sharing the tweets live on the news at ten! So don't leave me hanging! Make sure you follow me on twitter tomorrow night to give me your feedback! Then listen for the clue of the night! Click here for more details on how to win that free trip!

Sheff V. O'Neill Case Turns 20

Segregation didn't end after Brown V. Board of Education. In fact, many Hartford schools are still not integrated enough...but we're making progress!

HARTFORD SETS RECORD HIGH TWO DAYS IN A ROW!

Issued Today from the National Weather Service (4-26):

RECORD HIGH TEMPERATURE SET AT HARTFORD CT

A RECORD HIGH TEMPERATURE OF 86 DEGREES WAS SET AT HARTFORD CT TODAY. THE TEMPERATURE CLIMBED TO 86 DEGREES AT 230 PM THIS AFTERNOON AT BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. THIS BREAKS THE OLD RECORD OF 83 FOR THIS DATE SET IN 1908.

From Yesterday (4-25):

RECORD DAILY HIGH TEMPERATURE SET AT HARTFORD CT

A NEW RECORD HIGH TEMPERATURE FOR THIS DATE WAS SET FOR HARTFORD CT. AT 327 PM THE TEMPERATURE AT BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REACHED 91 DEGREES. THIS BROKE THE PREVIOUS RECORD OF 87 DEGREES SET IN 1915.