The number of frozen eggs and embryos a Cleveland fertility center says were lost in a tank failure has doubled since the incident was first reported earlier this month, NBC News reported.

The hospital is now blaming human error for the loss of 4,000 eggs and embryos, and it told nearly 1,000 patients that it is unlikely any egg or embryo is viable.

NBC News has also uncovered a history of malfunctions from the manufacturer, Custom Biogenic Systems, which declined to comment.

British regulators issued a warning about the company's freezers in 2003 after Custom Biogenic Systems reported knowing about 21 incidents. The alert was later withdrawn as upgrades were made, but at least one problem was reported subsequent to the alert, in Florida.

A Branford police cruiser was damaged when three juveniles in a stolen car crashed into it Tuesday morning, according to Branford police.

Branford Police Captain Geoff Morgan said the three suspects were driving a car stolen out of New Haven when they struck a cruiser driven by a Branford police sergeant on Meadow Street near Indian Neck Avenue.

The sergeant was not injured.

Morgan said the suspects then fled on foot. Two of the suspects have been located, but the third remains at large.

Morgan said the suspects were trying to steal vehicles in Branford when the crash happened. One of the suspects in a chronic offender, Morgan said.

More details were not immediately available.

Splish, splash! Waterpark season will be here before you know it, and Quassy Amusement & Waterpark has plans to open three new water slides.

The park is celebrating its 110th season this year when it opens on April 28. The new slides won’t make their debut until Memorial Day Weekend on May 26.

The three slide complex is the largest single investment in the park’s history, according to a release sent Tuesday. Designed by ProSlide Technology Inc., combined they stretch more than 1,000 feet.

The largest of the three slides, which Quassy has dubbed “Torrent,” is a funnel design that sends riders up the walls and oscillates to create a feeling of weightlessness before flushing riders out.

Quassy will have a special kickoff event before the park’s regular 11 a.m. opening time on May 26. A limited number of tickets are available for eager riders.

The waterpark will also feature the new Splash Away Bay Cafe, where visitors can buy food and beverages while enjoying a view of Lake Quassapaug.

With the new slides, Quassy will feature a total of 15 slides. The park boasts more than two dozen rides, including the famous Quassy’s Wooden Warrior roller coaster.

For more information, visit their website at www.quassy.com.

A man has been arrested after authorities say he sent several suspicious packages to U.S. military installations and intelligence facilities in the Washington, D.C., area.

The man, who has not been identified, was arrested in Seattle, Washington, Tuesday morning. 

At least six suspicious packages with apparent explosive components were found at several U.S. military installations and intelligence facilities in the Washington, D.C., area Monday.

Another package was found at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in D.C. Tuesday morning. 

Authorities say the suspect sent a total of 12 packages. Investigators will be on the lookout for more to arrive Tuesday. 

The first package was found at the National Defense University at Fort McNair in D.C. about 8:30 a.m. Monday.

The package tested positive for black powder, which can be used to make explosives, according to Fort McNair. An X-ray showed what appeared to be GPS and a fuse. It was rendered safe and the building was cleared about 1:15 p.m. The components are being investigated.

Suspicious packages were sent to two sites at Fort Belvoir in Virginia Monday afternoon: The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and another defense university. One contained liquid in a vial and a circuit board, the law enforcement official said. It also was rendered safe.

Similar suspicious packages were found at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in D.C., a CIA mail processing facility, a White House mail processing facility and Dahlgren Naval Air Station in Virginia, NBC News Justice Correspondent Pete Williams reported. Those were all cleared as well.

It's not clear if any of the packages was an actual working explosive device that could have been detonated.

Some included rambling letters and official described as disturbing. 

The FBI is examining all of the packages.

The UConn women’s basketball team is heading back to the Final Four and the university will hold a send-off this afternoon for fans to show their support.

Fans are asked to gather at the north entrance of Gampel Pavilion at 1 p.m. Tuesday to send the Huskies off to Columbus, Ohio. 

UConn beat South Carolina last night and is heading to the 11th consecutive Final Four appearance.

Since head coach Geno Auriemma arrived in 1985, the women have won 11 national titles, gone to 18 Final Fours and had six perfect seasons. 

UConn will face Notre Dame at 9 p.m. on Friday. 

See the campus map here.

A Berlin family was forced out of their home by fire early Tuesday morning.

Fire officials said the house at 54 Sun Meadow Drive was engulfed in flames when crews arrived. A family of had three escaped the home before firefighters got there.

Firefighters began attacking the fire from outside. It took around an hour to put out the blaze. In the process, part of the roof and the second floor collapsed.

“Everything fell into the first floor so we had to go around digging through everything to get the hotspots and remaining fire out, and that’s what crews are doing at this time," East Berlin Fire Chief Thomas Farr said.

No injuries have been reported.

The fire marshal is on scene investigating the cause. It is not clear where the fire started.

Crews remain on scene knocking down hotspots.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

It appears the Final Four won’t just see Loyola and Michigan battling it out on the court, it will also feature the battle of some of the teams' oldest fans.

Loyola’s beloved Sister Jean has been credited as the secret weapon behind the Chicago team's shocking victories, with some speculating she may be responsible for divine intervention in the inexplicable buzzer-beaters that brought true madness to March Madness. 

But it seems even she now has a new challenger to take on – the 100-year-old grandmother of former NBC player and University of Michigan alum Jalen Rose. 

Rose, a member of the "Fab Five" who helped the Wolverines' reach two NCAA Finals in 1992 and 1993, posted a video to Instagram Monday showing his “grammie” Mary Belle Hicks offering up a message to the 98-year-old Chicago nun.

“Sister Jean, it's been a good ride, but it’s over Saturday,” Hicks, decked out in Michigan gear, warns. "Go Blue! One hundred."

Sister Jean bolted into the spotlight as one of the biggest stars of the competition so far. The 98-year-old has become a best-selling bobblehead, appeared on T-shirts and other gear supporting the Chicago team, and was even celebrated in lego form.

Both have years of loyalty under their belts, but just who will win the battle of the fans? The answer remains to be seen.

Apple made a major announcement Tuesday at one of Chicago's largest high schools, unveiling new tools and programs as the tech giant furthers itself in the educational field. 

The company was expected to show off some new products, with speculation on the rise and rumors of a potential new Apple Pencil or iPad in the works. And that's just what it delivered. 

Here's a live look as the announcement unfolds:

11:06 a.m.

”Finally, I’d like to thank every teacher out there around the world for the important work you do every day," Cook says. 

11:04 a.m.

After video, Cook says ”We can’t wait for you to try out these products for yourself.”

Thanks Chicago. 

11 a.m.

Video showing examples of kids using new Apple technology

10:59 a.m.

Tim Cook returns to stage.

”This is an important day for Apple. We hope that it’s an important day for students and teachers around the world, too.”

10:56 a.m.

Schoolwork app lets teachers dole out digital assignments to students

10:50 a.m.

"Everyone can create" curriculum -- which includes music, video, photography and drawying -- to focus on "unleashing kids creativity" in the classroom. Available for preview today. 

10:37 a.m.

Additional accessories include a new rugged Logitech case and keyboard. There’s also Crayon, a $49 pencil that works with the iPad. This is different from Apple Pencil. 

10:35 a.m.

Announces new shared iPad software for budget-limited schools. 

The software is multiuser and managed by the school. Apple School Manager is how these iPads are managed, including Apple IDs.

Free iCloud storage for students upgraded from 5GB to 200GB.

10:34 a.m.

“There’s no doubt that AR is going to dramatically change the way this generation learns," Joswiak. 

10:31 a.m.

Price of new iPad for schools from $299. From $329 for consumers. 

Updates for iWork Suite available now.

10:30

Froggepedia allows virtual dissections.

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10:29 a.m.

Boulevard AR app allows interaction with artwork. 

"No gallery would ever let you [get] this close," he said. 

10:27 a.m.

New iPad will support Augmented Reality. Price still not revealed. 

Specs: 10 hours battery, 9.7-inch display. 8-megapixel read camera, LTE option, A10 Fusion chip, GPS, Compass, TouchID, HD FaceTime camera.

10:24 a.m.

Announces there are new versions of Pages, Numbers, and Keynote that support Apple Pencil.

“Kids have a whole new way to showcase what they’re learning," Joswiak said.

10:22 a.m.

9.7-inch iPad introduced, which supports Apple Pencil and A10 Fusion Chip. 

“Our most affordable iPad has support for our most creative tool," Joswiak said. 

10:20 a.m.

Greg Joswiak on the new iPad: 200,000 apps made for education.

“This goes way beyond the basics and way beyond browser-based apps.” Joswiak said.

10:05 a.m.

Apple teaching coding: Tim Cook says 370,000 Chicago Public Schools kids are involved in Apple Lead programs. 

Cook says education has been a big part of who Apple is for 40 years.

“We’ve never stopped working on” tools for educators, he said.

Chicago Public Schools has spent the past two years battling back from a $1.1 billion budget deficit, which is about as much money as Apple makes in 10 days. 

10:04 a.m.

Tim Cook: 

"People with passion can change the world. That was on display this weekend in the marches across Washington and across the nation."

"We are deeply inspired by the courage of these students who are using their voices to bring about change in America." 

"Chicago is home to one of the largest most diverse and most forward thinking school systems in the country." 

10 a.m.

Video starts with a video of CPS kids in playground.

9:58 a.m.

9:30 a.m. 

A look at Apple Events' class schedule:

Orientation Main Office 9:00 a.m.

General Assembly Auditorium 10:00 a.m.

Coding Lab Room 150 11:00 a.m.

Creativity Lab Room 154 11:25 a.m.

Refreshments Cafeteria 12:00 p.m.

Dismissal 1:00 p.m.

8 a.m.

7 a.m.

What should you expect?

Business Insider noted the "calligraphic style" of the company's invitation to the event could be a hint at a new pencil. But Bloomberg Technology reported the company has been developing a new iBooks application in an effort to revamp its strategy for electronic books.

Still, the company last year released cheaper iPads, aiming to make them easier to sell in bulk to schools, and Bloomberg Technology speculates that line could be getting an upgrade at the Chicago event. Time Magazine joined in on that speculation, reporting that the company is releasing a more affordable iPad to take on rivals Google and Microsoft. 

The announcement is expected to be made at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Lane Tech College Prep High School on the city's North Side, with Apple CEO Tim Cook slated to attend.

Chicago Public Schools sent an email to parents last week, saying Lane Tech was selected because they have a reputation for incorporating technology into their classrooms.

Apple typically announces new products at its campus in California, but has previously made education-focused announcements at schools before. 

In its invitation, Apple asked guests to "take a field trip." 

"Join us to hear creative new ideas for teachers and students," the invite read. 

Students at CPS are on spring break, so it's unclear who would be in attendance at the event. However, following the announcement, Apple was slated to hold an "exclusive Teacher Tuesday" at the company's flagship Michigan Avenue store, with all educators welcome. 

The building housing BounceU in Rocky Hill was evacuated because of a fire Tuesday morning. 

Mutual aid is was called in after the fire at 712 Brook St. and surrounding businesses were also evacuated. 

No injuries have been reported and crews were leaving the scene just before noon.  

No additional information was immediately available.

The shelter-in-place issued at Clark Lane Middle School in Waterford after a round of ammunition was found in a classroom Tuesday has been lifted and police said there will be more police presence at the school over the next few days.

According to a post on the Waterford Police Department Facebook page, Superintendent Thomas W. Giard III said the single round was found just after 10 a.m. and police were immediately called in.

Police said lockers in the affected area were searched and classrooms, backpacks and other student belongings were searched, but nothing was found.

While the school was in shelter-in-place, no one was allowed in or out of the building.

Giard stressed that there was no immediate threat to student safety.

This is the second issue reported at Waterford schools this week.

On Monday police were called in to address concerns about safety at the high school based off an online post. Giard said, in that case, the post generated from a misunderstanding of a conversation that was overheard, and that there was no credible threat or danger.

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Giard said the two incidents do not appear to be related.

Police said there will be more police presence at Clark Lane Middle School over the next few day,

William Strampel, former dean of Michigan State’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, is the first person charged in the broad investigation into how the university handled complaints against longtime sports doctor Larry Nassar.

The NBC Connecticut First Alert Weather Team is tracking light rain showers and freezing drizzle for the early morning hours on Wednesday. 

Showers and freezing drizzle move into the state after 9 p.m. tonight.

Right now it appears the threat for icing is primarily in portion of Litchfield county which you can see outlined below.

By 4 a.m. freezing drizzle continues for Litchfield county while the rest of the state is dealing with scattered showers and sprinkles.

Stay with the First Alert Weather team for updates. 

The death of an East Haddam woman has been ruled a homicide. 

State police said they responded to the home at 206 North Moodus Road in East Haddam around 5:20 p.m. on Friday and have been investigating the death of 56-year-old Sandra Kalosky, a resident of the home.

The office of the chief medical examiner has ruled the death a homicide, according to state police.

Authorities said there is no threat to the public and they are continuing to investigate.

Plans for a new substance abuse treatment facility in Kent are currently on hold because a not-for-profit competitor is suing to stop it from opening.

The state of Connecticut had more than 1,000 opioid-related deaths in 2017. The backers of this new facility said the additional resources will help by providing more treatment options for those battling addiction. But another treatment center in town has filed a lawsuit to stop the proposed project citing concerns about the proposed location and increased pressure on first responders.

“This is going to be a major positive,” said Ari Raskas, who will manage the new facility.

Raskas has plans to convert an old nursing home on Maple Street in Kent into the new facility. Raskas said the nursing home has been vacant for two and a half years.

Kent’s Planning and Zoning Commission gave Raskas the “green light” in October 2017 to convert the building into an 85-bed for-profit, voluntary, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab facility called the Birch Hill Recovery Center.

Raskas said the project will bring close to 100 new jobs.

“To treat so many of the people right now who are suffering Connecticut has only 200 non-hospital detox beds,” Raskas told the NBC Connecticut Troubleshooters.

Raskas said Birch Hill will be accepting commercial and private insurance plans but not Medicaid patients.

“Birch Hill will be admitting patients with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) as well as patients suffering from alcohol or other substance use disorders (SUD),” Raskas said.

Raskas is proposing 58 intensive treatment rehabilitation beds, 22 detox beds and five medical triage beds for the new facility, The project would provide what some community members said are desperately needed resources, as well as solve the problem of the unused nursing home property.

“We need something, plus we’ve got a building sitting up there with no tax,” Carol Hall, a longtime Kent taxpayer, told NBC Connecticut.

Kent resident Mona Burns, who has been in recovery for several years, said she supports the project because it gives people another option to get help.

“I support the beds we need as much help as we can get especially in this area, in particular with the heroin epidemic and the fentanyl thing. It’s deadly serious and it needs to be addressed, it’s hard not to support,” Burns said.

But some worry an additional rehabilitation facility could put too much pressure on Kent’s first responders. There are already two facilities in town, including Kent’s High Watch Recovery Center, which is now suing to stop the new center from moving in.

In the lawsuit, High Watch calls the commission’s decision unreasonable – arbitrary – illegal and unlawful.

The suit adds, “The Kent volunteer ambulance service and single regional paramedic will be unable to accommodate the increased call volume from the birch hill facility, and therefore will be unavailable to treat High Watch patients when needed.”

The chief of the volunteer fire department agrees with that concern.

“A facility like this, we believe will increase call volume, which may overtax our current EMS system,” Chief Alan Gawel told the Troubleshooters over the phone.

One of the biggest concerns is the location of the proposed facility, which is only a half mile from the center of town.

Land use attorney Joe Williams, who represents the not-for-profit High Watch, declined to answer our questions but shared some of his concerns at a public hearing about the walking distance between Birch Hill and schools as well as businesses that sell alcohol.

Kent Planning and Zoning officials said they approved the permit because it meets town regulations.

“We actually figured we would probably get sued either way the decision went, there are interests, and emotions,” said John Johnson, the chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Raskas told NBC Connecticut they’ve filed a motion to dismiss High Watch Recovery Center’s lawsuit. The case is currently working its way through the court system.

A public hearing for Birch Hill’s state certification application will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at 19 Main St. in New Milford. A decision won’t come that day, but is expected within 60 days of the hearing.

The White House defended the inclusion of a question regarding citizenship status on the 2020 census, saying it is necessary to protect voters under the 1965 Voting Rights Act. However, the question has not been included on the census since 1950.

A Plainville man is accused of manslaughter after police said he gave his 25-year-old girlfriend fentanyl she later fatally overdosed on in November. 

Monique Poulin was found dead in her apartment on New Britain Avenue in Plainville on Nov. 8. Her death was ruled an accident and caused by fentanyl and alcohol, according to the Chief Medical Examiner. 

Investigators discovered the woman's boyfriend, 39-year-old Scott Ludwin, supplied Poulin with the fentanyl she later consumed before dying, Plainville police said. 

Ludwin was arrested on Mar. 27 and is accused of second-degree manslaughter and illegal distribution of fentanyl. His bond was set at $500,000. 

Facebook still allows for discriminatory housing advertisements despite past promises to remove tools that allow landlords and brokers to exclude certain groups of people from seeing their listings, a new lawsuit claims.

The lawsuit alleges that the social media giant gives housing advertisers the option to "exclude families with children and women from receiving advertisements, as well as users with interests based on disability and national origin, NBC News reported.

Then Facebook approves and permits advertisers to publish these ads in a discriminatory manner without consumers ever knowing they have been excluded."

The suit, filed Tuesday in federal court in New York City, comes more than a year after ProPublica, a nonprofit investigative news organization, revealed that advertisers could use Facebook to target housing ads so they were seen by only white people — a violation of federal fair housing rules.

A bomb threat in Bloomfield continues to be investigated but so far the claim is unfounded, police said. 

Jacobs Vehicle Systems' security on Dudley Town Road informed police that they had received a bomb threat at 2:51 p.m. on Tuesday. 

Police said people inside had already been evacuated when officers arrived at the scene. 

Bloomfield and Windsor police blocked off Old Iron Ore Road and East Dudley Town Road, which are adjacent to the building. 

A search was conducted after additional resources, including fire, EMS, state police's bomb squad, were called to the scene. 

No devices or suspicious packages were found at the business or surrounding areas, police said.

Officers advised school officials to secure children and staff at the Capitol Region Education Council and Academy of Aerospace & Engineering Elementary School as a precaution during the initial investigation. Police also had Jacobs Manufacturing evacuate. 

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Bloomfield Police Department at 860-242-5501.

The Wallingford Board of Education is asking the town to approve additional funds to tighten security at the town’s twelve schools.

The board is looking for $1.2 million on top of their regular annual budget and plans to fund four armed school resource officers, panic buttons for staff and over a hundred security cameras. Each of Wallingford’s two high schools and two middle schools would be assigned one of the armed school resource officers.

Melissa Landino, whose daughter is a junior at Lyman Hall High School in Wallingford, said schools do need better security than what they have now.

“I think at least having a few armed guards and maybe a panic button is good,” Landino said.

Dr. Salvatore Menzo, the superintendent of schools in Wallingford, said they have requested school resource officers every year for the past three years, but funds were not allocated. Though the effort to strengthen security was underway, Menzo said the February school shooting in Parkland, Florida, inspired him to approach students for ideas.

Menzo said students of both of Wallingford’s high school’s expressed worry over school safety and mental health. Their concerns, coupled with those voiced by parents in an open forum held by town officials last month, prompted the decision to ask for additional security funding now.

If all of the funding requested is not approved by the town, Menzo said the board of education may look to fund the purchase of some items, such as panic buttons, with money saved from this year’s budget.