📝 CT Mirror Explains
Finding answers to big questions in Connecticut. CT Mirror Explains is an ongoing effort to distill our wide-ranging reporting into a “what you need to know” format.
What’s open, closed on Labor Day 2026
Unlike some holidays, many stores will be open on Labor Day with only a few services unavailable across CT. Here’s what to know.
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Changes to regional cap-and-trade program could affect CT. What to know
Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative is a partnership between 11 states to restrict CO2 emissions by power plants. Its goals are being updated.
CT is installing free sunscreen dispensers. Here’s where to find one
Here’s what you need to know about the benefits of wearing sunscreen and where to find Connecticut dispensers.
Lost SNAP? What to know about CT grocery card benefit
Some Connecticut residents who have recently lost SNAP assistance can now qualify for $300 in grocery store gift cards. Here’s what to know.
What to know about CT’s efforts to jumpstart a quantum economy
A new award from the National Science Foundation is adding millions to a university-led push to lead the nation in quantum computing.
Bear sightings are increasing in CT. Here’s what you need to know.
The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has received reports of more than 7,300 bear sightings so far in 2026.
A Biden-era student loan repayment plan ended. What to know
The Trump administration ended the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student repayment plan in March. Here’s what you need to know.
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