WSHU spoke with CT Mirror’s Jan Ellen Spiegel to discuss her story on the risks and challenges surrounding Connecticut’s thousands of dams.
PODCAST: CT has more than 4,000 dams. Is it time to get rid of some?
Posted inHousing
What are no-fault evictions and why is CT considering eliminating them?
The CT legislature is considering a proposal that would require landlords to provide a reason when they evict renters. Here’s what to know.
Posted inCT Viewpoints
A CT pharmacologist explains the kratom controversy
Kratom is legal in Connecticut, but studies suggest caution before starting kratom as a treatment for chronic pain, especially if safer methods such as acetaminophen, icing and heating, and physical therapy can suffice.
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CT’s revenue shortage starves its economy
According to the just-released DRS Tax Incidence report the heaviest overall tax burden continues to fall on those in the lowest income decile.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Thousands of dams in CT pose risks and challenges
Thousands of aging dams in CT challenge the officials that oversee and regulate them — and almost every town with conflicting priorities.
Posted inTalking Transportation
New York’s subways are not safe
CT commuters are probably safe on Metro-North, but when they get to Grand Central Station they’re understandably reluctant to take the subway to their office.
Posted inGovernment
CT to get $138M for local projects in first government funding bills
More than 60 CT towns will see investments flow into their communities, and additional municipalities could be included in the second batch.
Posted inJustice
CT trooper on trial for killing Mubarak Soulemane takes stand
Lawyers questioned Brian North in a trial to determine whether he was justified in killing 19-year-old Mubarak Soulemane in 2020.
Posted inCharting Connecticut
Fewer police in CT cities, more in the suburbs since 2011
The number of police officers increased in 62 municipal departments from 2011 to 2023 and decreased in 26, state data shows.
Posted inHealth
CT Prospect patients, staff plead for YNHH sale in emails to Lamont
Gov. Ned Lamont has received more than 100 messages from residents and workers about the sale of the three CT hospitals.
Posted inHousing
Sale of CT apartment complex tests state’s no-fault eviction law
A real estate company bought a Woodstock apartment complex, and its tenants — most protected from eviction under CT law — are fighting to stay.
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This Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, CT should do more to protect providers
CT can do more to protect our providers against hostile, anti-abortion threats — and we must ensure their clinics can keep their doors open.
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New London takes center stage on offshore wind energy development
Is it possible to overstate the significance of New London having center stage in this emerging industry that will supply local energy from local sources?
Posted inEconomic Development
Legislature seeks data center study; Concerns raised over delays
A proposal to study how data centers affect CT’s electric grid is drawing opposition from some who say it would delay critical development.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
New bill outlines a longer path to zero-emission vehicle rules in CT
Gov. Ned Lamont said the measure, drafted as a compromise to a proposed phase-out of most gas-powered vehicles, was a “nothing-burger.”