Marek Ramilo
Staff Reporter
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Police arrest lockdown suspect

Police have detained a suspect who they believe to be responsible for last fall's disingenuous phone call about a gunman at Yale that resulted in a seven-hour lockdown.

Homicide suspect arrested

The New Haven Police Department has handcuffed the individual they believe responsible for one of the city’s two most recent homicides.

UP CLOSE | An abundance of caution

In November, campus shut down after rumors of a rogue gunman reached the New Haven Police Department. Although the tip did not prove correct, in the wake of shootings at Columbine and Sandy Hook, universities are more concerned about campus safety than ever before.

Incident draws attention to drug use

In the wake of a March incident at Durfee Hall, the University is attempting to stymie the growing problem of hard drug use on campus.

One year later, gun bill praised

Connecticut lawmakers are touting comprehensive firearm restrictions passed one year ago as instrumental to a continuing decline in gun violence.

City leaders launch youth mentoring campaign

A group of New Haven’s highest ranking public officials gathered on Wednesday to implore members of the Elm City to take action against the youth violence that continues to plague its streets.

Malloy delivers data portal

A government website that delivers aggregated data to the masses could have far-reaching implications for life in Connecticut by increasing transparency and community involvement.

Study probes impact of trauma on community

Recent scientific findings have steered activists, academics and public officials in New Haven to support programs that address the effects of violence on the mental health of inner-city residents.

Antiviolence discussion continues

Chris Murphy held a second roundtable meeting last week that convened leaders from all corners of the city.

Shooting kills young homicide victim

Days after police found two gunshot victims outside a nearby elementary school, more details have emerged in the city’s latest homicide case.

Fifth homicide victim shot outside elementary school

Four of the city's 2014 homicides have been the result of gun violence.