A small plane made an emergency landing Saturday evening on Interstate 95 in West Greenwich, Rhode Island.

A photo shows a plane in the middle of the highway, near Exit 6.

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Emergency officials report there are no injuries.

Rhode Island State Police responded to the scene, and drivers were urged to exercise caution in the area.

No other information was immediately available.

The cold air that started the weekend is starting to moderate across the state. Highs on Saturday did not make it out of the 30s in many parts of the state.

The high temperature at Windsor Locks made it up for 42 degrees. The average high for this time of year is 54 degrees.

Milder air will continue into Monday before a serious blast of cold air moves in for Tuesday.

A strong cold front will bring rain to the state during Tuesday morning. As the cold air moves in, the rain will change to snow from west to east.

There could be a coating of up to an inch of snow (hills may see up to 2” amounts).

The changeover to snow along with dropping temperatures could cause slippery travel for Tuesday afternoon and Tuesday evening.

Bitterly cold air and wind will combine for dangerously coldwind chills in the single digits by Wednesday morning.

Wind chills will remain in the teens for most of Wednesday before some moderation in temperature at the end of the week.

You can get the latest forecast anytime here. 

There's a police investigation underway in Woodbridge on Sunday morning.

Police said the investigation is on Woodfield Road. They did not release details about what exactly they are investigating.

Woodfield Road is closed at this time.

This is a developing story. NBC Connecticut will update this story as details become available.

A video taken by Hometown Heroes Connecticut this weekend shows Vietnam veteran John Smith from Woodbridge rolling out of his home in his wheelchair on his brand new ramp.

Until Saturday, Smith couldn’t get out of his home without someone to carry him down his front steps. Thanks to House of Heroes Connecticut, he doesn’t have to worry about that anymore.

They built him the ramp so he can safely get in and out of his house.

House of Heroes had their second annual Veterans Day breakfast fundraiser at Eli’s on Whitney in Hamden on Sunday morning, so that they can help more veterans like John.

The event included a full breakfast buffet, music, raffles and other activities for the family to enjoy and support our veterans on this Veterans Day weekend.

“Every job is different, every veteran is different,” House of Heroes Connecticut chairman Carol May said. “But the gratitude is always there, and we sleep better at night knowing that we’ve been able to help them.”

House of Heroes Connecticut provides home repairs to military and public safety veterans, and their spouses, who are disabled, living on a fixed income, or facing other physical and financial challenges. The work is all at no cost to the veteran.

A man was arrested Sunday after robbing an auto store in Plainfield in October.

The incident took place at Minor's Auto on Norwich Road at approximately 7 a.m.

Police said 54-year-old Keith Laubenheimer, of Colchester, entered the store through a unsecured window.

A cash register was broken into and police found a Walmart receipt from the early morning hours at the scene.

Laubenheimer faces charges including third degree burglary, fourth degree larceny and third degree criminal mischief.

Laubenheimer was held on a $50,000 bond and will be arraigned on Nov. 12.

The case remains under active and more arrests are expected, according to police.

Democrats on Sunday pushed back on Republican requests for testimony from the whistleblower who helped launch the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, as well as former Vice President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, NBC News reports.

Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Calif., ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee, requested the whistleblower, the younger Biden and his business partner Devon Archer testify before House investigators in a letter Saturday to Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., the committee's chairman. Later Saturday, Schiff poured cold water on that request, saying the impeachment probe would not serve "to carry out the same sham investigations into the Bidens or debunked conspiracies about 2016 U.S. election interference" Trump asked Ukraine to conduct.

The whistleblower alleged that Trump in a July phone call tried to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to probe the Biden family and conspiracy theory involving the 2016 election. Much of what the whistleblower alleged, based on second-hand information, has since been backed up by witness testimony as well as a White House summary of the call. But Trump and his allies have sought to unmask the whistleblower, a CIA employee detailed to the White House, since his complaint was made public.

Through his legal team, the whistleblower has offered to provide written answers to the impeachment investigation.

They're here. They vape. And they say they'll vote you out of office if you come for their "unicorn poop" flavored vape juice, NBC News reports.

Facing a perfect storm of threats from federal, state and local governments, vapers are banding together politically to defend a product that they claim saves lives and that has created a livelihood for some and way of life for others.

As the Trump administration prepares to roll out new rules as soon as this week on vaping in response to an alarming rise in teenage e-cigarette use and health concerns, hundreds of adult vapers gathered outside the White House on Saturday. They were there to convince people that President Donald Trump could lose his re-election if he alienates a growing constituency that is only just now becoming politically active.

"If Trump bans flavors, there's a good chance he loses Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida," said Ryan Hallisey, from Orange County, N.Y., a vape store owner who took part in the demonstration. "He won those so narrowly, and so many vapers, like 80 percent, are single-issue voters."

Rob Polo, who runs a gutter cleaning business, is offering up his services this weekend for free to any veteran in town.

He said that his only requirement would be that the veteran be there at the time of cleaning so he could shake their hand and thank them for their service.

"Last week, I had said to my wife we need to find someone to do the gutters, I can't go on a ladder this year. And here they are, they showed up on a Sunday, can't thank them enough," Rob Rowlson, of West Hartford, said.

This is the third year Polo has done this for veterans in West Hartford.

A serious injury car crash caused both sides of Route 15 in Trumbull to close Sunday night.

The incident happened at exit 50 at about 7:35 p.m.

The number of people involved in the accident and their conditions are unknown at this time.

The road has since reopened.

Troopers are investigating the crash.

Communities across the state will hold Veterans Day events on Monday. Some are already celebrating those who have served our nation.

In New Haven on Sunday, the Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge, also known as the Q Bridge, was lit up in red, white and blue to honor veterans.

It will also be specially lit on Monday.

Marching bands, bagpipers and other musicians were just a part of the annual Veterans Day Parade in Enfield on Sunday.

“For me, being a veteran and my husband being a veteran, he’s an Iraq veteran, it’s very special when I see people from the community and from different organizations out here,” said Pamela Townsend, American Legion Post 154.

People bundled up to watch different community groups, politicians and others march through town.

At Eli’s on Whitney in Hamden, people could enjoy music and breakfast as part of a fundraiser for House of Heroes Connecticut.

The organization provides free home repairs for veterans facing various challenges.

“Every job is different. Every veteran is different. But the gratitude is always there,” said Chairman of House of Heroes Connecticut Carol May.

In West Hartford, a crew from Rob’s Gutter Cleaning offered up their services for free to veterans, including Rob Rowlson.

“This was very special to me. It’s the first time in my life I’ve not been able to do it,” said Rowlson.

The company worked on at least 15 homes in town this year.

It has plans to expand the program next year to elsewhere in the state.

“It’s about giving back to the community basically saying thank you to the men and women for protecting the country,” said Megan Polo, Rob’s Gutter Cleaning.

Several restaurants and companies across the state and country are honoring those who served in observance of Veterans Day by offering free food or discounts for veterans and active military. Some also extend to family members.

Veterans Day Deals

AMC Theaters

AMC Stubs Members with a valid military I.D. can receive a free large popcorn all weekend long at participating theatres, from Friday, Nov. 8 through Monday, Nov. 11. The offer is available to active-duty service members and veterans who purchase a military priced ticket using their AMC Stubs membership. Learn more here. 

Applebee's

Applebee's is offering veterans and active-duty military a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive menu created just for them on Veterans Day. Participating Connecticut Applebee’s locations include Plainville, Mansfield, Torrington, Orange, Groton and Danbury. The offer is for dine-in only. Veterans and active-duty military simply show proof of military service. Get details here. 

California Pizza Kitchen

On Veterans Day, U.S. veterans and active U.S. military members with proof of service can feast on a complimentary meal from CPK’s Veterans Day menu at all participating California Pizza Kitchen locations nationwide. The deal is dine-in only. Learn more here. 

Chili’s

Chili’s is offering veterans and active military members a free Veterans Day meal. The deal is for dine-in only and from a limited menu. Get more information here. 

Christopher’s Salon 

Christopher’s Salon in Guilford is offering free haircuts to all current and former servicemen and women with Christopher, Tim and Alyssa from Tuesday, Nov. 12,through Friday, Nov. 15. Learn more here.

Connecticut Science Center

On Saturday, Nov. 9 and Sunday, Nov. 10, the Connecticut Science Center is offering free general admission for veterans and active duty military. Accompanying family will also receive 50 percent off their general admission. The Science Center is closed on Monday, Nov. 11. Get details here. 

Cracker Barrell

On Veterans Day, all U.S. Military veterans and active duty military can receive a complimentary Pumpkin Pie Latte or a slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake. See details here. 

Cugino’s 

Cugino’s Restaurant in Farmington is inviting veterans to eat lunch for free on Tuesday, Nov. 12. 

Cumberland Farms

Cumberland Farms will honor veterans and active-duty service members with a valid military ID a free cup of coffee. There is a limit of one coffee per customer.

Denny’s

All active, inactive and military personnel who visit participating Denny's locations nationwide, on Veteran's Day, Monday, Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to noon to enjoy a complimentary Build Your Own Grand Slam. The offer is valid for dine-in only with a valid military ID or DD 214. Get details here. 

Dunkin’ Donuts

On Monday, Nov. 11, veterans and active duty military can receive a free donut of their choice, with no purchase necessary. Details here. 

In addition to a free donut of their choice, the first 50 veterans and active military at participating Dunkin’ restaurants on Nov. 11 will also receive a thank you card written by members of the community from A Million Thanks.

Foxwoods

Foxwoods is holding a Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 11. It starts at 11 a.m. Active military, veterans and first responders staying in November will receive an additional 5 percent off hotel rates. Get more details here. 

Friendly’s

At Friendly’s Restaurants, all veterans and active military personnel can enjoy a free breakfast, lunch or dinner on Monday, Nov. 11. The offer is good with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card. The offer is valid for dine-in guests only at participating Friendly’s locations and is limited to one breakfast or lunch/dinner entrée per person. Get details here. 

Hooters

All active-duty and retired military can stop into a participating Hooters location for a free meal on Monday, Nov. 11. Veterans who present a military ID or proof of service and purchase a beverage at any participating Hooters location nationwide will receive a free entrée from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu. It is available for dine-in only. Get details here. 

Kohl’s

From Thursday, Nov. 7 through Monday, Nov. 11, Kohl’s will double its Military Monday discount to 30 percent. Discounts are valid in-store when the customer shows a valid Military ID, Military Dependent ID or Veteran ID at the point of purchase.

Little Caesars

On Nov. 11, Little Caesars will give one $5 Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo to each veteran or active member of the United States military who goes to a participating store between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and mentions the offer at the check-out counter and presents proof of service. Get more information here. 

Mystic Aquarium

United States military veterans and active-duty members who visit Mystic Aquarium between Saturday, Nov. 9 and Sunday, Nov. 17 will receive complimentary general admission with a valid U.S. military ID, Veteran’s Administration Card or form DD214. Family members receive a discounted admission rate of $10 off general admission when each person presents their U.S. military dependent ID at time of purchase. Get details here. 

On The Border

On Monday, Nov. 11, all active and retired members of the U.S. military can receive a free meal that includes two items served with rice and beans at On The Border. This Veterans Day special is available for dine-in only at participating On The Border locations. All U.S. military personnel must show valid military identification to receive the offer. Get details here. 

Outback Steakhouse

Outback Steakhouse offers a 10 percent discount off their entire check for all servicemen and women, police officers, firefighters and first responders with a valid state or federal service ID. Get details here.

Red Lobster

Veterans, active duty military and reservists can visit participating Red Lobster locations for a free appetizer or dessert on Monday, Nov. 11. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem the offer. Get details here. 

Red Robin

Veterans and active duty are invited to enjoy a free Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Monday, Nov. 11. The deal is good for dine-in only. Proof of service required. More details here. 

Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub

Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub will offer a free entrée, with the purchase of any other entrée, to veterans and active duty military at all Ninety-Nine Restaurants in New England on Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Veterans and active duty military can choose a free entrée from the ‘9 Real Size Entrees for $9.99’ Menu with the purchase of another entrée and with proof of service or a valid military ID. 

Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center

The Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center is hosting its annual Veterans Powwow on Sat., Nov. 9. Doors open at 10 a.m. and the grand entry begins at noon.

Powwow admission for veterans and active-duty military with a valid ID plus one guest is free and includes a complimentary luncheon at 2 p.m. Get details here.

Texas Roadhouse

Veterans and active military can get free lunch at Texas Roadhouse on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get details here. 

Troopers are investigating a serious crash on Interstate 91 North in East Windsor.

The accident happened at approximately 8:22 p.m. at exit 45. Police and fire personnel responded to the accident.

The number of people involved in the accident and their conditions are unknown at this time.

The right lane of traffic was closed Sunday night.

Police ask drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

Snow accumulation is expected across the state Tuesday afternoon.

Rain will develop around daybeak and will change to snow between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

A coating to 1 inch of snow accumulation is expected, especially on grassy surfaces.

As temperatures drop, some roads may become slick.

There is potential for more than 1 inch of snow accumulation in the Northwest Hills.

Behind the snow, temperatures will fall rapidly with highs near freezing on Wednesday and wind chills in the single digits and teens.

The cold temperatures on Wednesday will be near records for the day.

New Canaan police have issued a misdemeanor summons to a woman who is accused of failing to stop teenagers from possessing alcohol on Saturday night.

Officers were called to a home on Oenoke Lane around 9:30 p.m. after getting a report of a loud noise.

When police arrived, they said they saw approximately 30 to 40 teenagers running from the home, dispersing in various directions.

Authorities said they later found empty beer cans on the outside of the home.

Officers made contact with 50-year-old Stacey Sheppard Essex in the guesthouse of the home, police added.

According to police, officers saw a ping pong table with plastic cups on top of the table and numerous alcohol containers in the guest house.

Investigators said based on the investigation into the noise complaint, Essex was issued a misdemeanor summons for failing to halt possession of alcohol by a minor.

She was released on a promise to appear and will be in court on November 21.

It’s the second week of November but the winter chill is here and now is the time to make sure your home is ready for winter and that you’re not wasting energy….or money.

In an effort to help homeowners create a more energy efficient household,  Eversource came up with the Home Energy Solutions program.

“They showed me where I was losing my energy as far as my heating. They sealed up many of the areas that were causing the draft and whatnot,” explains Frank Jacovino of Thomaston. “They did a wonderful job there and out of here maybe in a couple hours."

Frank Jacovino’s house was build in 1866 and 153 years later, it was leaking air and wasting valuable energy and money.

“Overtime things settle originally when they were built, not too much insulation was put in,” explains Enoch Lenge from Eversource. “And so it’s actually a real opportunity to seal up those air leaks and to put in additional insulation and you know, again, the comfort benefit is huge.”

Through Eversource's Home Energy Solutions program, Frank had an authorized contractor come out to his home and not only show him where he was losing energy, but they fixed everything right on the spot for a set fee ranging from $150-$175 dollars depending upon how you heat your home.

But that one time fee goes a long way. The average home receives $1000 worth of services and saves $200 to $250 a year on their energy bills. From sealing up air leaks and servicing air ducts and heating systems to replacing light bulbs with LED's that can save up to 90 percent energy use.

There are multiple resources in Connecticut that support green living including organizations like The Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, United Illuminating, Connecticut Light and Power. Everyone has the same goal of protecting our environment and saving you money.

A pair of runners are setting out on an ambitious journey from Massachusetts to Virginia to raise funds and awareness for veteran suicide prevention.

Josh Milich, 29, and Brian Tjersland, 52 — who began their trek on Veterans Day — are hoping to raise $100,000 to donate to Mission 22, a non-profit organization dedicated to combatting suicide among veterans. 

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The 500-mile trek will begin on Monday at Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne and is expected to finish Nov. 22 at Arlington Nation Cemetery in Virginia. The pair are hoping to run an average of 50 miles a day for their cause.

Milich and Tjersland met through the Junk Miles Trail runners group, according to their fundraising site. Both realized they wanted to do something bigger than themselves and decided to take on the run to help veterans.

According to their fundraising site, the pair will stop only to eat and sleep until they make it to Arlington. You can track the runners' journey here.

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A 59-year-old Easton woman has died after a crash on Route 15 in Trumbull on Sunday evening.

State police said a Mercedes sedan and a Ford Explorer were heading south on Route 15 and collided near exit 50 around 7:17 p.m.

After the collision, 59-year-old Pamela Maestri-Howes, of Easton, lost control of the Ford Explorer she was driving, hit a guardrail, went across the road and flipped over. State police said Maestri-Howes was thrown from the vehicle.

She was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead, according to state police.

The other driver complained of minor injuries.

Police are investigating and ask anyone with information to call the Connecticut State Police Barracks Troop G in Bridgeport at 203-696-2500.

Rep. Peter King, a moderate Republican from New York, announced Monday that he will not seek re-election in 2020, citing more time to spend with his family.

"This was not an easy decision. But there is a season for everything and Rosemary and I decided that, especially since we are both in good health, it is time to have the flexibility to spend more time with our children and grandchildren," King, who grew up in Queens, wrote in a Facebook post.

The 75-year-old Republican says he intends to remain in Seaford and still be politically active. 

King's district includes southwestern Suffolk County and a portion of Nassau County, about an hour's drive east of Manhattan.

With King's retirement, Democrats seem certain to target the district in 2020. While the district went narrowly for Trump in 2016, many suburban districts around the country have been moving steadily toward Democrats as moderate, well-educated voters swing away from the polarizing president.

King, a former chair of the House Homeland Security Committee, has cultivated a reputation for bipartisanship while maintaining a hard line on immigration and crime. He is the longest-serving Republican member of New York's congressional delegation. Still, he won reelection in 2018 by just 6 percentage points.

Twenty House Republicans have announced they will not seek reelection. Three other GOP lawmakers have resigned and already left Congress.

House Democrats retook the majority in 2018, and are looking to defend their majority and grab new seats in suburban districts in what they see as a backlash against Trump.

Only a handful of the Republican-held districts being vacated by retirements are expected to be seriously competitive next year. But King's district will be one of them, underscoring GOP vulnerability in suburban areas, spotlighted last week as suburban voters in Virginia and Kentucky flocked to Democratic candidates in elections for state offices.

King said he will complete his term in office and serve his Long Island constituents "all the way to the final bell of the final round on Dec. 31, 2020."

The 14-term congressman took office in 1993 after serving 11 years as the Nassau County Comptroller.

Before that, Rep. King had experience as a practicing attorney and civic leader. He began his political career in November 1977 by winning election to the Hempstead Town Council.

NBC's Kiki Intarasuwan contributed reporting.

Hamden police found more than two dozen shell casings while investigating a report of shots fired on Sunday afternoon.

Officers were called to the intersection of West Easton Street and Bowen Street around 4:30 p.m. after getting a report of shots fired.

According to police, a man in a brown hoodie was seen firing multiple gunshots. The man then fled from the scene in a white vehicle.

Authorities said they found nearly 30 shell casings at the scene.

There were no reported injuries. A vehicle was hit by a bullet, police added.

The incident remains under investigation.

Fire caused extensive damage to a home on Rivermead Boulevard in East Hartford Monday morning.

The fire was reported around 8:22 a.m. after a neighbor alerted the family about a fire on the front porch and called 911.

The family was able to get out, but a cat in unaccounted for, officials said.

There are fire hydrants in the complex, but fire officials said they do not provide enough of a steady stream of water.

“There’s a water supply issue in this neighborhood,” assistant chief Kevin Munson said. “We’ve been working with the MDC to try to fix that, but as of right now, it didn’t impact our operation at all. “

It appears the fire started outside and extended inside.