Slavery existed in Connecticut until 1848 – only 17 years before the last enslaved Americans learned of their freedom, as commemorated by Juneteenth.

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Amazon distribution center developer purchases land from Waterbury
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CT residents and delegation respond to Russian invasion in Ukraine
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Lawmakers mull bill requiring supermarkets to donate excess edible food
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How people with disabilities are accessing the coronavirus vaccine
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