A developer will transform Bridgeport Harbor Station Unit 3, and the state wants mixed-use development — ideally with a housing component.
New life promised for an old coal-fired plant in Bridgeport
Posted inNewsletters
On Balance: Federal policy, local economy
Erica E. Phillips writes about how the federal policy changes during President Donald Trump’s second term could tangibly impact CT.
Posted inPartner Content
Connecticut’s new prison ombudsman wants better medical care for incarcerated people
DeVaughn Ward will draw from his experience of having loved ones in prison in his new role as the state’s interim correctional ombudsman.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
CT must act now to save its young residents
For years CCM has sounded the alarm on school funding – in fact, since 2017 the state has reduced real-dollars commitment by an average of $400 per student.
Posted inImmigration
CT leaders vow to protect immigrants amid Trump deportation plans
Advocates promised to protect their communities amid Trump’s stated plans for mass deportations — while saying the future remains uncertain.
Posted inLong Story Short
PODCAST: CT Democrats question city voter turnout in 2024 election
WSHU spoke with CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas to discuss his article about softening support for Democrats in Connecticut’s urban areas.
Posted inJustice
Judge hears arguments in case challenging CT ‘captive audience’ law
Business groups are challenging CT’s ban on ‘captive audience’ meetings, which unions say are used to thwart organizing.
Posted inCommunity Editorial Board
Why are we not ready for a woman as president?
Kamala Harris’ loss to Donald Trump should cause us all to think about the gender gap at the highest level of government.
Posted inGovernment
No-excuse absentee voting was approved by CT voters. What happens next?
Now that CT voters approved a no-excuse absentee voting ballot question, the doors are open for legislators to pass a law allowing it.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
CT should provide undocumented immigrants access to healthcare insurance
Connecticut can afford to provide HUSKY for all who need it, documented as well as undocumented – and in fact we can’t afford not to.
Posted inPolitics
CT Democrats ask: In 2024 election, where was the city turnout?
Kamala Harris’ shrinking margins in CT cities are similar to a drop in the urban vote for Gov. Ned Lamont. Democrats are looking for answers.
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Utility Mutual Aid: How Eversource Supports the Emergency Response Lifeline
When storms cut power in other states Eversource crews from Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire travel to help restore power and cell service for millions of people. The electric industry’s auxiliary repair network is a critical system that connects hundreds of utilities, providing highly skilled crews and specialized equipment from companies like Eversource to help speed restoration.
Posted inTalking Transportation
Congestion pricing and other ways CT subsidizes New York’s MTA
Heading to New York City? Take the train, because driving is going to become even more expensive: the New York plan for “congestion pricing” is back!
Posted inPolitics
CT Sen. Chris Murphy and wife Cathy Holahan announce separation
The news comes less than two weeks after Murphy won a third U.S. Senate term. His office said it was a ‘joint decision to separate amicably.’
Posted inGovernment
CT delegation outlines ‘priorities’ for lame-duck Congress session
With a tight schedule and GOP control looming, the CT delegation’s priorities include defense funding, farm measures and judicial nominees.