Aleysha Ortiz said she was never taught to read or write — despite attending schools in Hartford since she was 6. Here’s what to know.
What to know about the Hartford high school graduate who can’t read
Posted inCommunity Editorial Board
I-95 is an environmental injustice to Stamford’s South End
Tackling the pollution from our freeways may seem impossible, but we owe it to our cities to dream big for the future.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
For democracy’s sake, give early voting a fair chance
So far, early voting in Connecticut has produced low turnout numbers. But it’s too early to judge its success.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
Peacebuilding must become the norm
Peace begins when people come to see themselves not as opponents but as partners with a shared problem.
Posted inCrossing Connecticut
How chef Jacques Pépin found, and shaped, CT’s food community
Jacques Pepin, known for his cookbooks and TV shows, moved to CT in the mid-’70s. That decision has had a big impact on CT’s food community.
Branded Storytelling
It’s time to go big on offshore wind
Vineyard Offshore’s new project would deliver nearly 400 clean energy jobs and $682 million in direct economic benefits for Connecticut
Posted inTalking Transportation
New tech makes Metro-North a little cleaner where it counts
Let’s give kudo’s to Metro-North for their innovative program that will help keep train bathrooms cleaner.
Posted inPolitics
CT ballot question asks: Should it be easier to vote by absentee?
If the referendum were to pass, the CT General Assembly could move forward with legalizing no-excuse or universal absentee voting.
Posted inCharting Connecticut
DACA recipients in CT await federal court hearing, decision
A federal court decision could affect thousands of DACA recipients, including Connecticut DACA recipients who are renewing their status.
Posted inPartner Content
Staffing shake-up hits Prospect-owned Manchester Memorial
A cardiologist at Manchester Memorial said his group has been waiting months to get paid by the hospital’s owner, Prospect Medical Holdings.
Posted inHousing
Cold weather services for homeless may shrink after funding cuts
With budget cuts, providers say, some shelters won’t open until later in the year, and there’s less money available for day shelters.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
The aftermath of October 7th: A call for American resolve against the spread of terror
Americans must remember that the threat of terrorism doesn’t stop in the Middle East.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
It’s time to reform 8-30g and beware of even worse laws to be proposed in 2025
The state zoning override law known as 8-30g is the most common issue I hear as I campaign in the 132nd General Assembly District.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
The investments that could shore up the child care system forever
Most child care workers don’t earn a living wage. It’s time to get creative in seeking new ways to support them and save the industry.
Posted inPolitics
DNC chair’s 50-state plan brings him to blue Connecticut
Under Jaime Harrison, the DNC has sent money to every state, including Connecticut, which isn’t on any map of battleground states.