Catholics observe Ash Wednesday, beginning of Lent

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, marking the first day of Lent in the Catholic faith. Catholics say it’s a day of fasting, reflection, and renewal. This is Pope Leo’s first Ash Wednesday as Pope,

Vermont lawmakers consider two proposed school redistricting maps

MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont lawmakers are now studying two new school district consolidation plans that would significantly reduce the number of districts statewide. One proposed map released this week comes from Sen. Seth Bongartz, D-Bennington County.

Burlington police data shows drop in violent crimes

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Police responses in Burlington are up and violent crime is going down, according to new data from the Burlington Police. The data shows that officers, community liaisons, and social workers responded to just

Bridport brothers face child sexual assault charges

BRIDPORT, Vt. (WCAX) – Two Bridport brothers have pleaded not guilty to charges of child sexual assault. The Vermont Attorney General’s Office says Therran Leggett, 27, faces charges of aggravated sexual assault of a child. His brother,