Why it feels like there’s a therapist shortage, and the runaround way the state is trying to address it
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – If you’re struggling to get an appointment with a licensed mental health counselor with your insurance, you’re not alone. While many providers accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, a spokesperson with the National
Federal gun charges brought against man allegedly involved in Bradford missing person’s case
BRADFORD, Vt. (WCAX) – New charges in federal court are shedding light on a suspicious missing persons investigation in Bradford. The investigation into what happened to 43-year-old Corey Crooker started as a non-suspicious missing person’s case, but
Metal debris on Interstate 89 damages cars
WATERBURY, Vt. (WCAX) – Debris on Interstate 89 southbound in the Waterbury area damaged multiple cars Wednesday morning, and some had to be towed away. Vermont State Police say a truck dropped several metal auto part cages
Cannon Mountain chairlift evacuated
FRANCONIA, N.H. (WCAX) – The ski patrol was called in to evacuate skiers and snowboarders from a lift at Cannon Mountain Wednesday morning. It happened around 10 a.m. Officials at the New Hampshire mountain say it was
Rutland official takes heat over police contract comments
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – Contract negotiations between the city of Rutland and the police union have broken down after union officials say an alderman — and mayoral candidate — made disparaging comments about the department. Rutland Alderman
Vermont doesn’t track homeless deaths
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Like most states, Vermont does not keep track of how many homeless residents die or what kills them. Seven Days and Vermont Public set out to count, for the first time, how many
Police search Bradford property in connection with man’s disappearance
BRADFORD, Vt. (WCAX) – What started as a nonsuspicious missing person’s case has turned into a criminal investigation focused on a rural Vermont home. The Vermont State Police major crimes unit was at the Bradford home on
Do all law enforcement officers have to wear a badge and carry a gun?
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Do all law enforcement officers have to wear a badge and carry a gun? Faced with staffing crises at police departments statewide, It’s a question the Vermont Law Enforcement Advisory Board is working
Vermont Historical Society announces semiquincentennial education initiative
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – In the leadup to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, The Vermont Historical Society is putting together a statewide, place-based learning opportunity for Vermont students. Officials say the “All in Vermont: Put
Vermont Head Start programs hit by funding freeze
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Head Start programs were not supposed to be affected by the Trump administration’s funding freeze, but local Vermont chapters say they have not been able to access funding. The federal program that provides