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Posted inCT Viewpoints
Let CT’s voters decide on August 11
A party that fears its own primary has stopped trusting the people it claims to represent. And right now, that cynicism is something we absolutely cannot afford.
Posted inEconomic Development
CT is trying to kickstart a quantum computing sector
The state is pouring millions into the emerging quantum industry in the hopes of unlocking new economic growth and becoming a global leader.
Posted inTalking Transportation
Shapiro’s Folly Part Deux: the bridge that won’t die
Connecticut: the land of steady habits where bad ideas don’t go away, they just get bigger.
Posted inBriefs
Measles, landfill solar and a bridge over the Sound: CT Politics news
Plus: CSCU’s investigation, rural healthcare, utility profits, brownfields funding, and Chris Murphy’s loneliness legislation.
Posted inEducation
CT schools double down on early detection to help reading scores
CT teachers now have access to the tools needed to identify and solve reading delays, and some districts are already seeing improvements.
Posted inCharting Connecticut
CT once had the largest enslaved population in New England
Connecticut’s enslaved population of 5,098 in 1774 was larger than any other New England colony before the Revolutionary War.
Posted inHousing
Homelessness in CT rises again, but at a lower rate
There were 3,847 people living in shelters or outside in Connecticut in January 2026, a 3% increase from January 2025.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
In celebration of Juneteenth
For centuries many people avoided the uncomfortable truth of our history and the courage of Black people to break free from white supremacy and oppression.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
What CT must do to end homelessness
Even the best shelter system cannot compensate for a housing policy that does not produce, preserve, or protect enough affordable homes.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Josh Elliott wants towns to be allowed to take over their utilities
Gubernatorial hopeful Rep. Josh Elliott wants to allow towns to take over portions of the electric grid and operate them as public utilities.
Posted inPartner Content
CT tried to control hospital fees. Patients still feel blindsided, wary of seeking care
CT has some of the tightest restrictions on facility fees. Even so, revenue from the fees has grown, topping $2 billion in 2024 alone.
Posted inBridgeport
100GirlsLeading summit looks to empower Bridgeport’s young female leaders
The free event featured activities and information designed to help girls connect with women who have forged successful paths.
Posted inBridgeport
At Bridgeport’s train station, a small group asks residents to pause and think
The members gather outside the train station every Monday, turning one of the city’s busiest public spaces into an informal forum on issues.
Posted inPolitics
Lamont wants to charge companies with employees on Medicaid
Gov. Ned Lamont says the levy could bring in at least $100 million to offset federal cuts that have driven up the cost of health insurance.
