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House Bill 5004 would make changes to the CT Department of Children and Families, some intended to address issues raised by recent tragedies.
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Connecticut was once a leader in gender-responsive strategies for incarcerated young women. Experts and advocates say it’s falling behind.
John Larson endorsed by Rep. Jamie Raskin, advocate for change
Jamie Raskin became a symbol of generational change when he sought U.S. Rep. Jerry Nadler’s post on the Judiciary Committee.
Senate confirms nomination of CT insurance commissioner
Josh Hershman has been serving as interim insurance commissioner since December. Senators unanimously approved his appointment last week.
Lamont delivers pledged raises to CT state employees
Gov. Ned Lamont has now reached tentative deals with unions and can ask lawmakers to approve raises for the bulk of CT’s unionized workforce.
New food pyramid gives meat a starring role. What happens to school lunches?
The Trump admin. loves red meat and could soon change what kids eat in schools. But some key constituents don’t want kids on a carnivore diet
From the left, Josh Elliott pumps up his challenge to Ned Lamont
Democrat Josh Elliott’s campaign for governor began with modest aspirations. It has since evolved into a ‘we’re in it to win it’ effort.
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