Vermont’s child welfare agency used baseless allegations to secretly investigate a pregnant woman and win custody of her daughter before the baby's birth, according to a lawsuit.

Jessica Russell, 42, of Barre, Vermont, pleaded guilty to two counts of wire fraud on January 17, 2025, in a case involving the defrauding of an elderly Vermont resident out of more than $84,000. The plea was entered before Chief United States District Judge Christina Reiss in the District of Vermont.

Vermont has a new solid waste plan that is more proactive and thorough than previous plans. Every five years, Vermont law requires the Agency of Natural

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A new lawsuit alleges that Vermont's child welfare agency routinely targets and tracks pregnant women deemed unsuitable for parenthood.

Vermont State Police tell us they arrested 23-year-old Caylin G. Clavier of Easthampton, MA on Saturday night following a vehicle crash.Police say they responded near the intersection of Vermont Route 11 and Route 30 in the Town of Winhall around 10:10 p.

The first year of sports betting in Vermont has wrapped up, so has it paid off? Last year, Vermont took in $6.3 million in tax revenue after state lawmakers gave sports wagering the green light. This year so far,

Vermont is the only state in the country to receive an "A" grade in maternal and infant health. Here's why the state did so well in report.

Vermont’s governor thinks the state got out over its skis when it comes to setting targets for reducing carbon emissions.

Forecasters expect a dusting of snow across Vermont this weekend along with higher temperatures and strong winds. How will it affect skiing?

The Marshfield Fire Department notified members of the Department of Public Safety Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit of the fire. Members of the FEIU responded to assist the fire department and conducted an investigation into the origin and cause of this fire. This fire remains under investigation at this time but is not considered suspicious.