A family of four needed over $113,000 annually in 2022 to cover basic costs, according to a 2024 report issued by the United Way in CT.
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The CT diesel fuel tax dropped this month. What you should know
Since most goods delivered to CT come by truck, changes in the diesel tax can impact the price of groceries, clothing, medications and more.
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Was Lyme disease first identified in Connecticut?
Lyme disease was first identified in 1975. In 2023, CT ranked among the top 10 states for reported Lyme disease cases nationally.
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What to know about the CT cities listed as ‘sanctuary’ jurisdictions
A federal agency listed six CT cities as ‘sanctuary’ jurisdictions, surprising some of them more than others. But what does that phrase mean?
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Does Waterbury have a higher violent crime rate than New Haven or Bridgeport?
Waterbury, New Haven and Bridgeport have among the highest violent crime rates in Connecticut, but how do they compare to each other?
Posted inGovernment
New CT laws on price gouging, junk fees, auto renewals: What to know
Connecticut lawmakers passed legislation adding safeguards for people purchasing a wide variety of goods and services. Here’s what to know.
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Do Connecticut average teacher salaries rank high nationally?
According to a National Education Association report, the average teacher salary in CT was $86,511 in 2023-24.
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Does southern New England historically have more precipitation than Seattle?
Seattle gets more rain or drizzle over many days, but CT and the rest of southern New England get heavier rainstorms, thunderstorms and snow.
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New CT laws taking effect July 1: School lessons, e-books, budget
Nearly six dozen laws will wholly or partially take effect in Connecticut on July 1. Here’s a look at some of them.
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Are all classic cars in CT exempt from emissions testing?
Classic cars in Connecticut become exempt from emissions testing if they are of the model year 2000 or older as of 2025.
Posted inPolitics
What bills did CT lawmakers pass in 2025 after years of debate?
Several of the major bills that passed this year addressed issues that lawmakers had unsuccessfully tried to tackle in previous sessions.
Posted inHousing
What to know about H.B. 5002, the omnibus housing bill
House Bill 5002, which aims to address Connecticut’s housing crisis, has been one of the most contentious bills of the session. What to know.
Posted inGovernment
What Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ could mean for CT residents
Republicans are trying to pass a bill in Congress that would extend tax breaks and make cuts to safety net programs. Here’s what to know.
Posted inHuman Services
What to know about CT’s EBT summer benefits in 2025
This is the second year the program, federally known as SUN Bucks, is offered to eligible families. Most people will not need to apply.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
What to know about the public benefits charge on your electric bill
The public benefits charge has drawn the public’s ire due to the debate over CT’s electric prices, which are among the highest in the nation.
