Connecticut and Massachusetts set up the Abortion Legal Hotline in response to President Donald Trump’s election in 2024.
CT launches legal abortion hotline billboards
Posted inPolitics
Ryan Fazio campaign policy pitch promises cheaper electricity
GOP gubernatorial candidate Ryan Fazio promised to lower the cost of electricity, saying CT’s green efforts have burdened ratepayers.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Former PURA chair appeals fine from public records panel
Marissa Gillett said the $2,500 fine, issued by the state’s Freedom of Information Commission in December, was excessive and unwarranted.
Posted inLong Story Short
PODCAST: Marty Looney prepares for a record 11th year as top CT Senate leader
WSHU’s Ebong Udoma and CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas discuss his article about Looney, who is starting his 46th year of legislative service.
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Yet another judge rejects Trump effort to block offshore wind
The Sunrise Wind project is the fifth project to be put back on track after being halted by the Trump administration in December.
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CT eviction reform to anchor housing debate in 2026 session
A controversial measure to require landlords to give a reason when they evict renters is likely to be debated during the 2026 session.
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What to know about an audit, FBI probe and Sen. Doug McCrory
Here’s what you need to know about Douglas McCrory and the political scandal swirling around the state senator.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
Why CT should model protecting trans kids
Even in Connecticut, gender-affirming care —and the broader principle of bodily autonomy —is in real peril.
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Why small CT towns need a different 8-30g standard
If we want durable, equitable solutions to affordability, they must be grounded in place, not imposed uniformly across towns with vastly different capacities.
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How Marty Looney shapes CT politics: Patience and persistence
Sen. Martin Looney plays the long game in the CT Capitol, thanking Gov. Ned Lamont for some things while pressing him to do more, much more.
Posted inTalking Transportation
Snow, salt, and unplugged promises
Connecticut seems to be surviving the recent series of winter storms the way it always does: with salt, overtime, and lowered expectations.
Posted inHealth
CT officials approve UConn acquisition of Prospect-owned hospital
The Office of Health Strategy approved a $13 million deal for the University of Connecticut Health Center to purchase Waterbury Hospital.
Posted inGovernment
One for, one against: CT senators split on federal funding deal
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., voted for the funding package, while U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., opposed it.
Posted inBriefs
Scanlon’s campaign, Bronin endorsement: CT Politics news
Plus: Updates on the Connecticut Education Issues Summit, the Council of Small Towns, and the Planning and Development Committee.
Posted inJustice
CT police: Cops must intervene if they see excessive force by feds
A CT law that requires police to intervene when they see abuse by other officers applies to immigration agents, top police officials said.