The encounters took place just weeks after CT Gov. Ned Lamont signed into law a bill that prohibits immigration officers from wearing masks.
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Lamont names Ari Santiago to helm CSCU Board of Regents
The appointment follows the resignation of former Chairman Marty Guay, who stepped down in the wake of Chancellor John Maduko’s departure.
Posted inPolitics
Matt Brokman leaves Lamont administration to oversee reelection campaign
The governor’s chief of staff will become his campaign chairman, taking a hands-on role as Lamont faces Democratic challenger Josh Elliott.
Posted inCharting Connecticut
Wildfires in CT are smaller than in years past, but threats remain
While more regulations and urbanization have brought down the risk of wildfires, increased tree damage and loss in CT compounds the threat.
Posted inPolitics
Amount of public testimony on bills is growing, but who’s writing it?
More than 43,800 pieces of written testimony were submitted during the 2026 legislative session, nearly a 250% increase compared to 2016.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Lamont skewers Eversource rate hike plan, but his control is limited
Gov. Ned Lamont unleashed a scathing critique of Eversource officials for seeking an 11% electric rate hike in Connecticut.
Posted inPartner Content
Trump will ease refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs
The EPA is set to loosen a rule that requires grocery stores and AC companies to reduce greenhouse gases used in cooling equipment.
Posted inPartner Content
US Forest Service considers closing invasive insect labs in CT as part of reorganization
The two CT labs focus on managing invasive insects—like spongy moths, spotted lanternflies, Asian long-horned beetles—to protect trees.
Posted inMoney
Surging gas prices shine spotlight on CT’s fuel taxes
A tax cap has been mitigating pain at the pumps since March, but recent price hikes have some ready to revisit Connecticut’s fuel tax system.
Posted inGovernment
CT delegation backs amended bill to boost housing supply
The housing bill is one of the rare bipartisan efforts in Congress. Because of new changes, the Senate will need to take it up again.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Eversource to seek 11% rate hike in CT
The utility announced its intention to seek a $503M rate increase from electric customers in CT, citing inflation and maintenance costs.
Posted inPolitics
At Coast Guard Academy graduation, Trump heralds ‘golden age’
Trump received a warm reception on a blistering hot day at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy graduation in New London on Wednesday.
Posted inBridgeport
Bridgeport’s Haitian community holds inaugural Flag Day parade
Bringing the public celebration to Bridgeport was years in the making. For many, the event was more than a celebration. It was recognition.
Posted inEducation
Lamont noncommittal on federal scholarship tax credit after NY moves to join
Under the program, donors to scholarship granting organizations receive the full donation amount back—up to $1700—as a federal tax credit.
Posted inHealth
CT Department of Correction plans to address healthcare delays
The CT Department of Correction announced a slate of reforms focused on improving the quality of healthcare for people who are incarcerated.