Connecticut spent a record $316 million in overtime last fiscal year, but overall spending, adjusted for inflation, is down from 2011.
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CT stands to lose millions if EPA kills ‘Solar for All’ program
CT was awarded over $62 million for clean energy projects under the program. Now the Trump administration reportedly seeks to claw it back.
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CT DCF highlights positive change after unsettling allegations in Waterbury
Questions remain about how the alleged victim disappeared off DCF’s radar after teachers and schoolmates raised concern about his wellbeing.
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How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
When wildfires burn, the smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away. Here’s what to know.
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Trump administration cancels plans to develop new offshore wind projects
The Trump administration is canceling plans to use large areas of federal waters for new offshore wind development, latest step to suppress the industry in the U.S.
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‘Big, beautiful bill’ provision on Planned Parenthood funding partly blocked by judge
A judge issued an injunction blocking a part of the “big, beautiful” law that would have cut Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood.
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Lawsuit challenges restrictions on health care, social services for people in US illegally
States sued over Trump’s restrictions on services for immigrants in the US illegally, including Head Start, health clinics, adult education.
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Proposed sale of Aquarion Water sparks debate over rates and local control
A proposed $2.4 billion sale of Aquarion Water Company to the nonprofit Aquarion Water Authority has ignited debate across Connecticut.
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Trump White House releases some after school funds but billions for education still frozen
After-school providers are relieved to get some $1.3 billion in overdue funds, but they’ve already experienced enormous disruptions.
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Tracking Medicaid patients’ work status may prove difficult for states
States must begin verifying millions of Medicaid enrollees’ monthly work status by the end of next year. Critics say this may be difficult.
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Tick incidents increase throughout the Northeast, but CT health officials say they’re prepared
The Northeast has seen a rise in tick-related hospitalizations this summer, but CT health officials say they’re prepared.
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Latest subway soaking raises more questions over system’s vulnerability
After torrential rains that turned station entrances into waterfalls, the subway system will remain exposed to recurring flash flooding.
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New work requirements could strip HUSKY health coverage from 170,000 in CT
Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell said on Monday that CT will have to spend more to make up for federal budget cuts.
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Tired of slow drivers in the left lane? A new law targets ‘camping’ in CT
A new CT state law will allow police to ticket drivers who “camp” in the passing lane without actively passing another vehicle.
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CT leaders raise doubts over future FEMA responses after Texas floods
Connecticut leaders raise doubts over future FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) responses following the Texas floods.