Gov. Ned Lamont wants a bill passed to study the feasibility of a “Connecticut option” — a new health plan for universal, affordable care.
CT Mirror Explains
Posted inPolitics
CT lawmakers are divided over ICE. What to know
Gov. Ned Lamont has urged ICE to stay out of Connecticut, gaining praise from fellow Democrats and criticism from Republicans.
Posted inMoney
Gov. Lamont’s tax rebate: What you need to know
Gov. Ned Lamont wants to give a $500 million tax rebate to roughly 2.2 million people. Here’s how to find out if you would share in it.
Posted inGovernment
Which parts of the ‘big beautiful bill’ will go into effect in 2026?
From tax changes and Trump accounts to student loan caps and SNAP changes, a number of provisions in the bill go into effect in 2026.
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What to know about an audit, FBI probe and Sen. Doug McCrory
Here’s what you need to know about Douglas McCrory and the political scandal swirling around the state senator.
Posted inHealth
How will CDC vaccine schedule changes affect CT residents?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced updates to its recommendations for childhood vaccines. Here’s what to know.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Still interested in solar despite expiring tax credits? What to know
With tax credits worth up to 30% of the cost of a new solar residential system no longer being offered, companies predict a drop in sales.
Posted inTransportation
Metro-North ticket changes: What CT residents should know
Travelers on Metro-North’s New Haven Line are adjusting to changes in buying and using train tickets. Here’s what to know.
Posted inGovernment
Is Congress facing another shutdown threat? Here’s what to know.
Funding for much of the federal government runs out Jan. 30. If Congress doesn’t approve a deal by then, it could lead to a partial shutdown.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
When 2025 got confusing in CT, we explained. These were your favorites
We strive to help readers make sense of how public policy affects their lives. One way we do that is through our CT Mirror Explains series.
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New CT laws taking effect Jan. 1: Housing, solar panels, driving
Connecticut will kick off 2026 with nearly two dozen new laws slated to wholly or partially take effect. Here’s a look at some of them.
Posted inHealth
What to know about the ACA subsidies set to expire Jan. 1
ACA subsidies will likely lapse at the end of 2025. CT is using surplus funds to help people next year, but will Congress act? What to know,
Posted inBridgeport
What to know when temperatures drop in Bridgeport
When temperatures drop, Bridgeport activates its cold weather response system. Here’s what to know about how to stay warm and help others.
Posted inHartford
What is a doula and how can I get one in Hartford?
Here’s what you need to know about what a doula is, how much their services can cost and how to find one in Hartford.
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What to know about the CT Mirror/ProPublica towing investigation
Here’s what to know about what the CT Mirror and ProPublica investigation uncovered and how Connecticut officials responded.
