The CT legislature won’t consider a bill mandating better working conditions for rideshare drivers, but may form a task force to study the issue.
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How a new law allowed E. Jean Carroll to seek justice against Trump years later
The Adult Survivors Act allows sexual assault survivors in New York to file a civil case, even if the statute of limitations has expired.
New Haven nets $357K from pot, ‘nip’ liquor bottle sales
New Haven picked up cash for cleaner streets and other public service programs through local sales of marijuana and mini liquor bottles.
Wesleyan University says it will pay for abortions and emergency contraception for all students
The school’s decision comes after a petition, started by the Wesleyan Democratic Socialists, gained more than 700 signatures.
Hartford offices converted to apartments make dent in housing demand
The effort to fix existing buildings for housing has become more pertinent in the post-pandemic era, according to Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin.
Randy Cox seat belt bill clears CT house, advances to senate
The proposal, named for the man paralyzed in a New Haven police van, would mandate that suspects are secured with seat belts in police vehicles.
Testosterone access for transgender people could be limited as COVID public health emergency ends
COVID’s closure of clinics and doctors’ offices opened doors online for gender-affirming care. But some of those doors could be closing soon.
Free bus service in CT isn’t likely to come back anytime soon, DOT leader says
Service on CTtransit and other public buses in CT was free for a year during the pandemic. But fares resumed in April.
Clarence Thomas had a child in private school. Harlan Crow paid the tuition.
In 2008, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas sent his grandnephew to private school. GOP megadonor Harlan Crow’s company paid for it.
Vermont makes aid-in-dying care available to nonresidents
An adult with a terminal illness living outside of Vermont can now consult with a Vermont physician about receiving a drug to hasten death.
CT regulators seek more authority to move the needle on climate goals
Proposed legislation would empower the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to write new rules it deems necessary for hitting CT’s decarbonization goals.
Biden’s reelection could hinge on how much women voters trust him on the economy
President Joe Biden, as he launches his reelection bid, must convince voters to credit him for the rebound in women’s employment.
Groton looks to attract young, childless Electric Boat hires with modern apartments
Groton officials said they expect four construction sites to yield around 300 new affordable and supportive apartment units within a year.
New Haven Police Commission postpones decision on firing officer charged in Randy Cox case
The New Haven Police Commission tabled a vote on whether to fire an officer charged in the arrest of Randy Cox, which left him paralyzed.
New Haven man seeks sentence reduction after serving 33 years for murder
Kevin Stanley, 51, of New Haven has served 33 years behind bars for a murder he committed in 1989 at age 18.