Travelers on Metro-North’s New Haven Line are adjusting to changes in buying and using train tickets. Here’s what to know.
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Posted inBriefs
Do CT commercial drivers have CDLs suspended after a DUI arrest, even without a conviction?
For CDL holders, a DUI triggers a criminal court case and an administrative action by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Are CT vaccine requirements the same for private, public schools?
In 2021, lawmakers passed Public Act 21-6, which removed the option for new students to claim a religious exemption.
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.
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Does CT have the highest flu rate in the Northeast in 2025?
Further complicating the flu season is a new influenza virus strain renamed “H3N2 subclade K,” which is circulating widely today.
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.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
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.
Posted inBriefs
Did the flu variant H3N2/K emerge before this year’s vaccine was formulated?
The World Health Organization selected the components for the northern hemisphere influenza vaccine between February and March of this year.
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Was Connecticut State Police short 300 troopers in 2025?
The CT State Police, which negotiated a 4.5% wage hike with state officials, had more than 1,200 troopers in its ranks over a decade ago.
Posted inHuman Services
About 36K in CT are at risk of losing SNAP benefits. Here’s what to know.
Cuts to SNAP in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will affect thousands of people, who could lose coverage between Dec. 1 and March 31.
Posted inBriefs
Did billionaire wealth nearly triple one year during COVID?
Billionaire wealth grew during the COVID pandemic due in part to a strong stock market and returns of profits to shareholders.
