Santander to Acquire Webster Bank for $12.2 Billion
Acquisition will create a stronger, more competitive bank for customers in the U.S. Northeast
NFL Honors winners announced
Lookman scores on debut as Atlético Madrid rout Real Betis in Copa del Rey
Politics
Connecticut's 2026 Legislative Session Begins at the Capitol
Gov. Ned Lamont to deliver State of the State speech as lawmakers consider issues like school cellphone bans

Stamford Man Charged with Possession of Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Meth
Authorities found large quantities of drugs during a search of the suspect's home last year.
Stamford Man Charged with Possession of Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Meth
Federal authorities found large quantities of drugs during a search of the suspect's home last year.
Sports
Avalanche Defeat Sharks 4-2, MacKinnon Reaches 700 Assists
Artturi Lehkonen scores twice as Colorado secures win before Olympic break.

Former All-Star Outfielder Austin Hays Signs $6M Deal with White Sox
One-year contract includes $8M mutual option for 2027 as Chicago seeks veteran outfield help.
Dominicana Defeats Puerto Rico, Leads Caribbean Series
The Leones del Escogido, champions of the Dominican Baseball League, scored three runs in the first inning and went on to win 5-3 over the Cangrejeros.
Business
Charter Communications Reports Q4 Earnings
Cable provider misses Wall Street expectations on revenue and earnings per share

United Rentals Reports Q4 Earnings
Equipment rental company falls short of Wall Street expectations
ITT Outperforms Noble Group in Multi-Sector Conglomerate Comparison
Analysts see more upside potential for ITT stock compared to Noble Group
Crime
China Executes 4 More Members of Myanmar-Based Fraud Group
The executions are part of China's crackdown on scams originating from across the border.

Extremist Attacks Kill Dozens in Northeastern Nigeria
Separate assaults target construction site and military installation
Stamford Man Charged with Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Meth Possession
Authorities found large quantities of drugs during a search of the suspect's home.