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New Haven Armory Gets $6.75M for Community Revitalization
Alder Kim Edwards spotlights the Goffe Street Armory in her State of the City address as $6.75M in state funding moves the landmark toward new life.
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Connecticut May Offer Free Transit to Veterans Statewide
Connecticut could become the first state to offer free bus fares to veterans, with $1 million proposed in both the governor's and legislature's budgets.
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Connecticut Doubled Minimum Wage, But Poverty Barely Moved
A new report finds Connecticut's poverty rate dropped just 0.3% after the state doubled its minimum wage from $10.10 to $15 between 2019 and 2023.
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CT's $53M Farm Disaster Relief Grant Near Approval
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says Connecticut's $53 million farm disaster relief grant is 'at the finish line' after 16 months of delays.
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CT House Passes Lamont Vaccine Bill HB 5044 After Debate
The Connecticut House passed Gov. Lamont's vaccine authority bill 89-60, expanding the Public Health Commissioner's power amid partisan debate over state law.
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CT's Career Tech Programs Miss the Mark on Real Jobs
A CBIA Foundation report reveals Connecticut's digital tech education reaches fewer than 600 students with skills employers actually need.
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CT Senate Passes Sweeping AI Regulation Bill 32-4
Connecticut's Senate passed Senate Bill 5, a 40-section AI regulation measure, 32-4 after hours of debate over governing frontier AI models and youth safety.
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CT Mirror Towing Investigation Named National Award Finalist
CT Mirror and ProPublica's 'On the Hook' investigation into Connecticut's predatory towing industry is a finalist for the Taylor Family Award for Fairness.
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CT Registrars Weigh In on SAVE Act Voting Concerns
Connecticut's Secretary of State addresses anxious women voters asking if the SAVE Act could affect their eligibility due to name change issues.
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How Waterford CT Defeated a Hyperscale Data Center
Waterford, CT's three-year grassroots fight against a hyperscale data center ends in victory after NE Edge-Waterford's Host Fee Agreement expires.
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Cheshire Teachers Rally for Afghan Student Detained by ICE
Rihan, an Afghan refugee and Cheshire High senior, was detained by ICE in April. A judge ordered his release on $1,500 bond amid claims of an administrative error.
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Connecticut Weighs Social Media Protections for Minors
Connecticut lawmakers push new social media safeguards for youth as state data shows a doubling of teen suicides between 2023 and 2024.
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GOP Protests Pakistani Flag on CT Lawmaker's Desk
Connecticut Republicans placed Gadsden flags on 18 House desks to protest Rep. Maryam Khan's display of a Pakistani flag, sparking a Capitol debate.
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Elliott Challenges Lamont Before New Haven Democrats
Progressive challenger Josh Elliott took his campaign directly to New Haven's Democratic Town Committee, attacking Gov. Lamont on tax reform ahead of the May 16 convention.
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CT House Speaker Confident on $170M School Funding Boost
House Speaker Matt Ritter says he's confident Connecticut lawmakers can secure a $170M boost to public school funding, pushing Gov. Lamont toward the figure.
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Eli Sabin Wins Ward 26 Endorsement Over Patricia Dillon
Eli Sabin defeated 44-year incumbent Patricia Dillon 21-9 in a Ward 26 straw poll for Connecticut's 92nd District Democratic nomination.
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CT Survivors Justice Act: Reducing Sentences for Abuse Victims
Connecticut's House Bill 5306 would let judges reduce sentences for domestic violence survivors whose abuse directly contributed to their crime.
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Connecticut House Passes Bill Removing THC Limits on Cannabis
Connecticut's House passed a bill to remove THC caps on cannabis products, raising competition concerns with neighboring states. It now heads to the Senate.
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Kosta Diamantis Rejects Plea Deal in Second Bribery Case
Former CT deputy budget director Kosta Diamantis rejected a plea deal in a second federal bribery case, heading toward trial on corruption charges.
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Connecticut Moves to Ban Convertible Handguns
Connecticut's Governor's Bill No. 5043 would ban convertible pistols, closing legal loopholes that allow easily modified handguns to fire at military-like rates.
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UConn Health to Finalize Day Kimball Hospital Acquisition
UConn Health is set to acquire Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam by fall 2026, ending years of financial struggles at the independent Connecticut facility.
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CT Doctors Now Sue Patients More Than Hospitals Over Medical Bills
Doctors and dentists filed over 80% of Connecticut's medical debt lawsuits in 2024, surpassing hospitals in a major shift from 2019 collection trends.
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Solar Over Gas: How CT Could Lower Your Electric Bill
Connecticut candidate Anne Weisberg argues solar energy, not natural gas, is the key to reducing skyrocketing Eversource bills for state residents.
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Connecticut Launches Quantum Science Center at Southern CT State
Southern Connecticut State University opens the QNT Center, putting New Haven on the quantum science map with hands-on research from day one.
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CT Democrats Rewrite Homeschool Bill to Win House Votes
Connecticut Democrats revised HB 5468, dropping contested provisions to secure enough House votes before the legislative session ends May 6.
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Sixth Prisoner Dies in CT Custody: New Haven Jail Death
Gamboy Guaranda, 33, died by apparent suicide at New Haven Correctional Center, becoming the sixth person to die in CT DOC custody since February.
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License Plate Fraud Costs CT Towns Millions in Tax Revenue
Connecticut towns are losing millions annually as residents register cars out of state to avoid local property taxes, with little action from the DMV.
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New Haven Shelter Faces Closure Without $30M State Funding
Nonprofit leaders warn 100 homeless residents could lose shelter unless Connecticut lawmakers approve $30 million for homeless services.
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UConn Faculty Contract: No Givebacks in New AAUP Deal
UConn's new faculty contract delivers 4.5% annual raises and expanded benefits with no substantive givebacks, raising questions about bargaining balance.
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Larson vs. Bronin: Labor Records Clash in CT Primary
UNITE HERE endorses John Larson as his campaign battles Luke Bronin over labor record ahead of Connecticut's August 11 Democratic primary.
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Sabin Canvasses Edgewood on Housing Crisis in 92nd District Race
Candidate Eli Sabin hears firsthand housing stress from Edgewood residents as he campaigns in a crowded 92nd District Democratic primary.
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DOJ Sues Connecticut Over Sanctuary Policies
The U.S. Justice Department sued Connecticut and New Haven, targeting the Trust Act as an unconstitutional barrier to federal immigration enforcement.
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CT Advocates Push Billionaire's Tax on Tax Day 2026
Connecticut advocates dressed as Mr. Monopoly rallied at the State Capitol, demanding lawmakers tax the wealthy to protect public services from federal cuts.
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Bronin Outraises Larson Again in CT-1 Primary Race
Luke Bronin raised $511K to John Larson's $452K in Q1, tightening the Democratic primary battle for Connecticut's 1st Congressional District.
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Lamont Proposes Health Insurance Tax Credits for CT Small Businesses
Gov. Lamont is pushing ICHRA tax credits of up to $1,000 per employee to help Connecticut small businesses cover workers' health insurance costs.
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Connecticut Bill Would Offer Free Swim Lessons to Low-Income Kids
A Connecticut bill would require free swim lessons for low-income children, addressing stark racial and economic gaps in drowning rates among kids.
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Investigative Report Overshadows Stewart-Ackert Ticket Unveiling
Erin Stewart's gubernatorial campaign launch with running mate Tim Ackert was overshadowed by a report alleging financial mismanagement in New Britain's tax office.
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CT Committee Strips Homeschool Oversight From Education Bill
Connecticut's Appropriations Committee quietly removed a homeschool oversight provision from Senate Bill 6, weeks after a child's death sparked calls for reform.
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Betsy McCaughey Sues NY Over Pipeline in CT Governor Race
Republican CT governor candidate Betsy McCaughey filed a federal lawsuit accusing NY Gov. Hochul of blocking a natural gas pipeline and raising energy costs.
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CT Senate Passes Bill Limiting Federal Immigration Actions
Connecticut Senate passes landmark immigration bill shielding schools, hospitals, and churches from federal enforcement along party lines.
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CT House GOP Budget: $420M Tax Relief Plan Explained
Connecticut House Republicans unveil a $27.9B budget with $420M in tax relief, expanded property tax credits, and a challenge to Gov. Lamont's rebate plan.
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Jamie Raskin Endorses John Larson for 15th Congressional Term
Rep. Jamie Raskin endorsed John Larson for a 15th term in Connecticut's 1st District, defending the 78-year-old amid a competitive Democratic primary.
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Connecticut's Juvenile Justice Care for Girls Has Faltered
Experts say Connecticut has stepped back from gender-responsive care for girls in the juvenile system, as cases rose from 1,370 in 2022 to 2,510 in 2024.
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CT Senate Confirms Josh Hershman as Insurance Commissioner
The Connecticut Senate unanimously confirmed Josh Hershman as insurance commissioner after he served four months in the role on an interim basis.
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Connecticut Senate Confirms Josh Hershman as Insurance Commissioner
The CT Senate unanimously confirmed Josh Hershman as state insurance commissioner, ending months of interim leadership since his predecessor retired.
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Connecticut Veterans Face Lasting Toxic Exposure Needs
Over 134,200 Connecticut veterans face ongoing health burdens from toxic exposures like Agent Orange, burn pits, PFAS, and asbestos during military service.
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CT Lawmakers Push DCF Reforms After Child Abuse Tragedies
Connecticut legislators introduce House Bill 5004, a sweeping package of DCF reforms targeting emergency placements, caregiver oversight, and child welfare accountability.
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Lamont Reaches Wage Deals With CT State Employees
Gov. Ned Lamont secured tentative raises for roughly 45,000 unionized Connecticut state workers, with most receiving a 2.5% annual wage increase.
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Josh Elliott Challenges Lamont from the Left in CT Governor Race
Progressive state rep Josh Elliott is mounting a serious primary challenge against Gov. Ned Lamont, visiting 100 Democratic town committees across Connecticut.
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CT Bottle Redemption Debate: What's Happening in 2026
Connecticut's bottle deposit hit a 97% redemption rate, but retailers say the program is broken. Here's why lawmakers are revisiting it in 2026.
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CT Scientists Warn of Alarming Early Tick Activity in 2026
Connecticut researchers logged over 100 tick submissions in a single day in early April, with Lyme disease rates hitting 40%—well above the historical average.
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Connecticut Family Child Care Providers Clash With State Agency
Connecticut home-based child care providers say the Office of Early Childhood has shifted from support to surveillance, driving experienced educators out.
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CT House Passes Bill to Fix Tire Disposal Program
Connecticut's House voted 124-21 to require tire retailers to join the state's tire stewardship program, closing loopholes that led to illegal dumping.
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CT Lawmakers Target AI Policy Bills in 2026 Session
Connecticut lawmakers take a focused, bipartisan approach to AI regulation in 2026, targeting data privacy, consumer protection, and workforce development.
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Trump Budget Singles Out Greenwich and Waterford, CT
Trump's latest budget proposal names Greenwich and Waterford, CT as examples of wasteful federal spending, targeting Community Development Block Grants.
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CT House Passes Earmark Reform Bill 141-0
Connecticut's House unanimously passed earmark reform requiring lawmakers to name recipients and explain fund use, amid a federal probe into Sen. Doug McCrory.
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CT Governor Proposes Free Breakfast for All Public School Students
Gov. Ned Lamont's budget proposes $12M for universal free school breakfast in CT, potentially reaching 164,000 additional children statewide.
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Eversource Rejects Three Connecticut Solar Contracts
Eversource refused to sign three state-selected solar contracts worth $238 million, calling them overpriced and not in the interest of Connecticut customers.
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CT Advocates Push for $600M Pre-K Funding Amid Deficit
Early childhood advocates urge Connecticut leaders to fund the Universal PreK Endowment as a projected deficit threatens the promised $600 million deposit.
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Trump Budget Targets Greenwich and Waterford, CT
Trump's latest budget proposal singles out Greenwich and Waterford, CT, targeting federal CDBG spending as wasteful examples in blue states.
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Prospect Medical Never Set Aside Malpractice Funds
Prospect Medical Holdings never reserved money for malpractice claims, leaving victims like Pamela Dorn with no recourse after the chain's 2025 bankruptcy.
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Affordability Without Stability Is Just a Slogan
Melvin Medina challenges Connecticut's housing debate, arguing that affordability without stability is a marketing slogan, not a real policy goal.
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Don't Dismantle Connecticut's Office of Health Strategy
A proposed budget bill could eliminate Connecticut's Office of Health Strategy by July, alarming Windham advocates who remember losing their hospital's ICU.
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CT Health Advocates Push to Include Immigrants in Federal Cut Solutions
Over 500 health care providers urge Connecticut lawmakers to protect all residents, regardless of immigration status, from federal health care funding cuts.
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Eversource Drops Three Connecticut Solar Contracts
Eversource withdrew from three state-selected solar contracts totaling 54 MW, citing above-market pricing and concerns over $238M in customer costs.
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CT Towns Demand 50% Share of Casino Slot Revenue
Connecticut municipalities are pushing lawmakers for a 50-50 split of casino slot revenues, up from the current 14% share worth $52.5 million.
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CT Advocates Push $600M Pre-K Endowment Amid Budget Deficit
Early childhood education advocates rallied at the CT State Capitol urging Gov. Lamont to fund the Universal PreK Endowment despite a projected deficit.
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CT Towns Push for Bigger Share of Casino Slot Revenue
Connecticut municipal leaders are demanding a 50-50 split of casino slot revenues, saying towns receive just 14 cents per dollar from Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun.
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Musk-Funded Mural of Slain Ukrainian Refugee Installed Downtown
A 10x24-foot mural of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee fatally stabbed in North Carolina, was installed in Hartford with backing from Elon Musk.
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Connecticut Finance Panel Backs $900M in Tax Cuts
Connecticut's Finance Committee endorsed nearly $900M in tax relief options, setting up a budget clash with Gov. Lamont before the May 6 session deadline.
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CT Faces Tiny $6M Budget Deficit, Comptroller Projects
Connecticut Comptroller Sean Scanlon projects a $6 million budget deficit, the state's first under Gov. Ned Lamont, though reserves dwarf the shortfall.
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CT Legislature Passes $29B Budget Plan, Heads to Lamont
Connecticut's Appropriations Committee approved a $29B state budget, boosting spending 6.2% and setting up negotiations with Gov. Ned Lamont.
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Sen. Tony Hwang Retires: CT GOP Faces Deeper Crisis
Connecticut Republican Sen. Tony Hwang won't seek a seventh term, leaving two Fairfield County seats vulnerable and the GOP caucus near single digits.
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CT Building Code Loophole Puts Homes at Carbon Monoxide Risk
A single word in Connecticut's building code lets installers use unsafe PVC pipe for furnace venting, creating a deadly carbon monoxide risk in homes.
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Will Higher Gas Prices Actually Boost Mass Transit?
Connecticut transit advocates hope rising gas prices will shift commuters to trains and buses, but the economic reality is far more complicated.
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Danbury's Homeless Need More State Support
The Danbury Support Center runs 40 beds on limited funding. ARC wants $690K from Connecticut lawmakers to expand capacity and serve more homeless residents.
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CT Governor Opposes SAVE America Act Voting Rules
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas slam the SAVE America Act, saying it would suppress voting for thousands of residents.
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New Haven Schools Seek More Funding for Failing Facilities
NHPS officials briefed city alders on a $5.5M annual funding gap leaving school buildings undermaintained and unsafe for students and staff.
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Connecticut Sets New Rules for School Crisis Drills
Connecticut's Senate Bill 298 establishes statewide standards for school crisis drills, requiring trauma-informed practices and parent notification.
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Connecticut Push for Ranked-Choice Voting in Cities
Senate Bill 386 would let Connecticut municipalities adopt ranked-choice voting. Advocates are racing to build Senate support before the session ends.
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Sister Fights for Brother's Rights at Osborn Prison
Lisa Velasquez-Torres speaks out about dire conditions at Osborn Correctional Institution, where her brother Luis faces neglect and medical failures.
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CT Politics: Ganim Reelection, DECD Study & More
Gov. Lamont backs Bridgeport Mayor Ganim's 2027 reelection bid, while a DECD statewide economic study faces funding hurdles in Hartford.
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CT Senate Approves State Employee Raises 30-2
The Connecticut Senate voted 30-2 to approve raises for 3,661 unionized state workers, a sharp contrast to the heated House debate a day earlier.
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CT Climate Superfund Act vs. Gas Price Myths
Connecticut's Climate Superfund Act opponents blame it for rising gas prices. Here's why economists say that argument doesn't hold up.
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Ritter Eyes Compromise on CT Tax Rebates and School Aid
House Speaker Matt Ritter says Connecticut lawmakers are nearing a deal balancing Governor Lamont's tax rebate plan with increased funding for local schools.
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Can CT Bars Sell THC-Infused Drinks? State Law Explained
Connecticut bars cannot legally sell THC-infused drinks. Learn who can sell them, the 2024 rule change, and what the state's cannabis law requires.
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No-Fault Evictions Threaten CT Communities and Democracy
Connecticut's Senate Bill 257 aims to expand just cause eviction protections, shielding tenants from no-fault removals that devastate neighborhoods and democracy.
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UConn Graduate Assistants Rally for Higher Pay, Lower Fees
UConn graduate assistants rallied in Storrs, demanding fee freezes, higher stipends, and stronger protections for international students amid contract talks.
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CT Lawmakers Consider Legalizing Plug-In Solar Panels
Connecticut's House Bill 5340 could allow residents to use plug-in solar panels without utility approval, easing some of the nation's highest electric bills.
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Connecticut Pushes Congress to Reform the Jones Act
Connecticut lawmakers are urging Congress to reform the 1920 Jones Act, citing higher energy costs, burdens on Puerto Rico, and clean energy delays.
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CT Bills Seek ICE Accountability Backed by Tong & Blumenthal
Connecticut's Judiciary Committee advanced bills to let the state sue ICE agents for civil rights violations and restrict immigration enforcement locations.
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Connecticut Pre-K Endowment Funding in Peril as Surplus Shrinks
Connecticut's Early Childhood Education Endowment may receive just $30M -- less than 10% of what lawmakers promised -- as the state's budget surplus dwindles.
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Bridgeport Cop Took Ambulance Meant for Shooting Victim
A Connecticut Inspector General report reveals a Bridgeport officer redirected an ambulance from dying shooting victim Dyshan Best to a colleague with a panic attack.
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Lamont Pushes Connecticut Ban on Machine Gun-Convertible Handguns
Gov. Ned Lamont proposes making Connecticut the second state to ban handguns easily converted to machine guns using illegal after-market switches.
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Strong CT Schools Need Community Partnerships
Bridgeport students and educators braved winter storms to advocate for stronger school-community partnerships at the Connecticut State Capitol.
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Connecticut Bills Would Shield Officials' Addresses From Public
Connecticut lawmakers weigh three bills exempting public servants' addresses from FOIA disclosure, raising press freedom and accountability concerns.
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CT Leads Multistate Suit Over EPA Endangerment Finding Repeal
Connecticut AG William Tong is leading a multistate legal challenge against the EPA's decision to rescind its greenhouse gas endangerment finding.
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John Larson Faces Primary Challenge in Connecticut's 1st District
Rep. John Larson, 77, faces an unprecedented primary challenge in Connecticut as three younger Democrats push for generational change in Congress.
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Connecticut Bill Would Fund UConn UFO Study
Connecticut lawmakers introduced H.B. 5422, directing UConn to study UFOs and evaluate a permanent state center, raising taxpayer spending concerns.
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CT Finish Line Scholarship Faces Funding Shortfall in 2026
Connecticut's Finish Line Scholarship Program may serve only one-third of eligible students this fall due to proposed budget cuts by the governor.
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CT Politics: Eviction Reform, Aquarion & Towing Laws
Connecticut politics this week covers DHS funding fights, eviction reform, water utility oversight, towing laws, and school grant updates.
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CT Lawmakers Propose $40M Plan to Offset Federal SNAP Cuts
Connecticut Democrats push a $40M bridge food assistance program to help 36,000 residents losing SNAP benefits under new federal work requirements.
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CT's Southeast Resiliency Project Delayed by DEEP Decision
Eastern Connecticut's critical gas pipeline upgrade is 90% complete, but a state agency review is blocking the final three miles from moving forward.
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CT Home Care Advocates Fear Cuts to Community First Choice
Connecticut families protest Gov. Lamont's plan to eliminate Community First Choice, warning thousands could lose home-based care or face long waitlists.
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CT Lawmakers Advance Key Child Welfare Nominations
Connecticut's nominations panel unanimously approved Elena Trueworthy for Office of Early Childhood and advanced Christina Ghio as child advocate to the full House.
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CT Lawmakers Consider Prison Health Care Reform Bill
Connecticut's House Bill 5567 aims to fix a crisis in inmate medical care, addressing poor nutrition, staffing shortages, and delayed treatment in state prisons.
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CT House Dems Plan to Redirect Tax Rebates to Schools
Connecticut House Democrats propose diverting $100-150M from Gov. Lamont's tax rebate program to aid struggling school districts facing a fiscal crisis.
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Connecticut Homelessness Triples: A Housing Affordability Crisis
Unsheltered homelessness in Connecticut has nearly tripled since 2022. Researchers say unaffordable housing is the primary driver of the growing crisis.
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CT Municipal Utility Rates vs Eversource & UI Costs
Connecticut's 7 municipal electric utilities charge 23–64% less than Eversource and United Illuminating. Here's what customers in those towns pay.
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Six California Attorneys Named in Federal RICO Action Over Alleged Role in TopDevz Enterprise
A federal RICO complaint names six attorneys from five California law firms as alleged participants in an eight-year criminal enterprise. The case raises questions about the profession's self-policing mechanisms.
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CT Paid Leave Law: Progress for Moms, But Gaps Remain
Connecticut's paid leave law helps new mothers, but partial wage replacement and separate applications leave many families struggling to fully benefit.
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CT Pension Funds Post 14% Return, $8.3B Gain in 2025
Connecticut's pension fund earned a 14% return in 2025, generating $8.3 billion in gains and ranking in the top 17% of peer funds nationwide.
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Iran War Raises Economic Uncertainty in Connecticut 2026
Gov. Ned Lamont warns the Iran conflict is driving up energy prices in Connecticut, with gas hitting $3.45/gallon and a possible tax holiday under consideration.
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CT's Hidden Per Pupil Pension Subsidy Fuels School Inequity
Connecticut's $1.7B teacher pension contribution bypasses school funding equity reviews, creating a hidden subsidy that favors wealthier districts.
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CT Homeschooling Bill HB 5468: What It Means for Families
Connecticut's Education Committee examines HB 5468, a bill reshaping homeschooling oversight and expanding access to public school resources.
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Connecticut's New Civics Seal: What It Means for Students
Connecticut's new State Seal of Civics Education lets high schoolers earn diploma recognition for civic knowledge and real-world engagement, starting in 2026-2027.
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Connecticut Considers Styrofoam Ban and Single-Use Plastic Limits
Connecticut's House Bill 5524 proposes banning polystyrene containers by 2028 and restricting single-use plastics like straws and utensils in restaurants.
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Connecticut Knows How to Prevent Homelessness. Will It Act?
Unsheltered homelessness in CT rose 45% last year. Housing advocates say flexible funding can prevent the crisis before it starts.
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CT Legislature 2026: Guns in Schools, Rent Caps & ICE Bills
Connecticut lawmakers advance bills on off-duty officers in schools, a 5% rent increase cap, ICE detention facilities, and hospital taxes in the 2026 session.
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CT Lawmakers Question DCF Nominee Susan Hamilton
Connecticut lawmakers grilled DCF interim commissioner Susan Hamilton at her confirmation hearing, raising concerns about child safety, caseworker turnover, and agency oversight.
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CT Senators Back Bipartisan Housing Bill to Cut Costs
Connecticut Senators Blumenthal and Murphy voted to advance the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, targeting supply shortages and institutional investors.
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Lamont Reaches Deals With 10 Unions, But Raises Still Delayed
Governor Lamont reached tentative contracts with 10 state unions covering 20,000 workers, but over half of bargaining units still await raises eight months overdue.
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New Canaan Faces Affordable Housing Project Despite Moratorium
A developer tests New Canaan's 2024 affordable housing moratorium with a 14-unit proposal, arguing state law exempts the assisted living project.
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CT Survivors Push to Ban Female Genital Mutilation
Connecticut remains one of nine states without an FGM ban. Survivors are urging lawmakers to pass legislation criminalizing the practice as a class D felony.
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CT Bill to Ban Convertible Pistols Faces Massive Opposition
Governor Lamont's bill to ban convertible pistols in Connecticut drew 1,900 opposition testimonies versus 50 in support at a packed Capitol hearing.
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Connecticut Lawmakers Hear Testimony on ICE Accountability Bills
Hundreds testified in Hartford in support of bills limiting ICE enforcement and creating safe spaces in schools, churches, and medical facilities in Connecticut.
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Lamont Nominates 14 Lawyers to Connecticut Superior Court
Gov. Ned Lamont nominated 14 lawyers to fill 20 vacancies on Connecticut's Superior Court, including his former budget director and a ex-Republican lawmaker.
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Connecticut Housing Committee Advances Eviction Reform Bill
Connecticut's Housing Committee moves to pass Senate Bill 257, which would largely ban no-fault evictions in apartment buildings with five or more units.
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Bridgeport Schools Request $106M Budget Increase
Bridgeport Public Schools seeks $106M in additional funding, warning that a $45M shortfall could force deep cuts to staffing and programs for 20,000 students.
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Connecticut SB 101: Opposition to Statewide Property Tax
The Yankee Institute opposes Connecticut SB 101, which would impose a graduated statewide property tax on homes assessed above $3 million.
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Connecticut Child Tax Credit Bill Advances with Bipartisan Legislative Support
A proposal to establish Connecticut's first state child tax credit moved forward Thursday as advocates say they have gathered enough legislative support to potentially send the measure to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk.
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Wilton Sen. Ceci Maher announces retirement, calls for generational change in politics
Sen. Ceci Maher, D-Wilton, announced Thursday she will not seek reelection, citing a responsibility to step aside for younger leaders to shape Connecticut's future.
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Connecticut Child Care Advocates Seek $70M Emergency Funding Amid Provider Crisis
Child care advocates are urging Connecticut lawmakers to allocate $70 million from an emergency fund to address what they describe as a crisis in the state's Care4Kids program, according to proposed legislation.
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Connecticut Comptroller Pushes for Power to Freeze Payments to Contractors Under Wage Theft Investigation
State Comptroller Sean Scanlon is urging Connecticut lawmakers to grant his office authority to halt payments to contractors accused of violating prevailing wage laws on state-funded projects, according to remarks he made during a Tuesday news conference.