Lamont said the potentially fraudulent spending at the Blue Hills Civic Association raised concerns and should prompt McCrory to ‘step back.’
Government
Stories about state agencies and the actions they’re taking, lawmakers and the moves they’re making to strengthen or loosen existing state regulations, and the inner workings of state government.
Gov. Lamont relents to pressure from CT farmers to stave off tax hike
The decision will keep in place recommended land values last adjusted in 2020. The governor also convened a working group to propose reforms.
The Trump administration favors natural gas. What does that mean for CT?
In some circles natural gas is viewed as the holy grail. In others it’s a climate change nightmare. And then thereās everything in between.
Murphy, DeLauro seeking Homeland Security reforms in funding bill
More Democrats in Congress are looking to condition their support for a DHS funding bill on securing more guardrails for ICE.
Rep. John Larson joins effort to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem
U.S. Rep. John Larson joined a number of House Democrats supporting impeachment efforts against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro has surgery after breaking wrist in fall
U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-3rd District, underwent an outpatient operation on Friday after breaking her wrist in a fall days earlier.
How Jim Himes navigates Congress in āunprecedentedā Trump era
Jim Himes was supposed to get advance notice of the Venezuela strike, but didnāt. Itās one example of shifts in Congress heās dealt with.
CT weighs extending open enrollment amid ACA subsidy questions
The U.S. House could pass a 3-year extension for subsidies, but it’s likely to stall. Meanwhile, CT may extend open enrollment past Jan. 31.
CT joins 22 other states sued by U.S. over voter registration data
President Donald Trump’s administration wants CT officials to turn over voter data including driver’s license and Social Security numbers.
Is Congress facing another shutdown threat? Hereās 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.
CT U.S. Reps: Action in Venezuela is unauthorized and illegal
Members of CT’s congressional delegation decried Saturday’s military strike in Venezuela, saying President Trump failed to notify Congress.
CT to get $154M through federal rural health grant for 2026
CT will receive federal assistance to improve health care and access in rural parts of the state ahead of anticipated cuts to Medicaid.
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.
Blumenthal wants Venezuela boat video released; Hegseth says no
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal said he left a closed-door meeting with top Trump officials on Tuesday with ‘more questions than answers.’
CT Democrats denounce Trump’s reaction to Reiner murders
Trump’s post about Reiner prompted a flurry of critical replies, including from U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes of CT.



