Thursday’s hearing was prompted by double-digit rate increases sought and approved this year for many fully insured health plans.
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Jury to begin deliberations in West Haven fraud case Friday
Attorneys delivered closing arguments in a high-profile criminal trial that included allegations of fraud in West Haven city government.
CT begins uneasy task of teaching its tribal history in schools
It seemed inevitable that a press conference on the development of a Native Studies curriculum for CT public schools would end awkwardly.
Michael DiMassa’s affairs, gambling habits in spotlight during trial
John Trasacco’s defense attorneys sought to portray DiMassa as a sexual philanderer and gambling addict who was desperate for money.
Luke Bronin will not seek a third term as mayor of Hartford
Luke Bronin, Hartford’s mayor since 2016, could be a Democratic candidate for governor if Ned Lamont decides not to run again in 2026.
At least 7 CT General Assembly committees to get new leadership
The first new CT General Assembly committee assignments include Rep. Maria Horn as Finance co-chair and Rep. Steve Steinberg leading Energy.
Former CT Rep. DiMassa says he was paid in cash to process phony invoices
DiMassa said he was paid in a “wad of $100 bills” and other kickbacks in exchange for pushing fake invoices through West Haven city hall.
Criminal charges filed against officers in Randy Cox incident
Five New Haven police officers face reckless endangerment and cruelty charges after Randy Cox, a Black man, was paralyzed in a police van.
CT essential worker bonuses to be cut for all but lowest-income
CT Democratic leaders said they had no choice, given the limited funds Gov. Ned Lamont would support for the Premium Pay program.
In special session, CT legislature extends gas tax holiday
The measure extends CT’s gas tax holiday, bolsters heating assistance, cuts ‘Premium Pay’ bonuses and adjusts the bottle deposit program.
Flu season in CT coming earlier, hitting harder this year
Leaders at children’s hospitals worry that more flu cases will make the crowding situation worse in intensive care and emergency departments.
Small shifts in power hide big changes within CT General Assembly
More than half of the seats in the CT House and nearly two-thirds in the Senate will have turned over since 2018, some more than once.
CT recreational pot sales will start within months, regulators say
CT officials said this week that approved marijuana businesses are on track to launch retail sales within the next few months.
CT essential worker bonuses on Monday’s special session agenda
In a special session Monday, the CT General Assembly will also address an extension of the gas tax holiday and additional energy assistance.
CT Department of Transportation to get a new leader
Garrett Eucalitto will replace Joseph J. Giulietti as commissioner of the CT Department of Transportation, Gov. Lamont announced.

