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New loan program looks to support Latino small businesses and nonprofits
The Small Business Boost Fund aims to address the financial and technical barriers that impact small companies from marginalized communities.
CT man sues Veterans Affairs, alleging racial disparities in benefits
A veteran from New Haven claimed in a federal lawsuit that racial bias kept him from receiving education, housing and disability benefits.
Stonington lobster trap tree celebrates New England fishing culture
Made out of lobster traps, painted buoys and zip ties, the tree was named one of the world’s most amazing Christmas trees by the BBC.
Some states open college savings accounts for every newborn
States, cities and community groups that offer free money to families to jump-start college savings face a dilemma: The families most in need often fail to sign up.
Sued cops say Randy Cox’s injuries were his own fault
New Haven cops sued for allegedly violating Randy Cox’s rights say his injuries were due largely to his own “negligence and carelessness.”
Taylor Swift Ticketmaster trouble draws Blumenthal’s ire
There will be hell to pay for screwing up ticket sales to Taylor Swift’s first tour in four years if Sen. Richard Blumenthal has his way.
NAACP calls for action after noose found at RHAM High School
The Connecticut branch of the NAACP said those involved “must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
CT attorney general launches probe into Optimum Altice internet amid complaints
The probe into alleged misrepresentation comes after Tong’s office received nearly 500 complaints about slow internet and hidden fees.
Audits reveal millions in Medicare Advantage overcharges
The audits show that some Medicare Advantage health plans overbilled the government more than $1,000 per patient a year on average.
Health harms of mass shootings ripple across communities
A growing body of research reveals that mass shootings harm the health of local residents who were not touched directly by the violence.
Representation, protection, restitution: Women lay out key demands at COP27 climate summit
Women are historically underrepresented at the United Nations’ global conference on climate change, and this year’s gathering, in Egypt, is no exception.
New Haven courthouse protest targets wrongful convictions
A group of Black men who have asserted — and in many cases proven — that their convictions were unjust protested wrongful convictions.
The important election wins you might have overlooked
This year, Black candidates in CT and nationwide were elected to critical statewide roles that influence elections, justice, legislation prioritization.
As Eversource, UI propose big rate hike, CT regulators and lawmakers say they can’t do much about it
The proposal could raise the average electric bill for residential customers of Eversource and United Illuminating by about $80 each month.
