ISO reports New England is on pace for a record number of ‘duck curve’ days, driven by the performance of smaller, rooftop solar systems.
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Posted inMoney
How do CT municipalities adopt, pay for their budgets?
While CT funds its budget off a mix of taxes, including income, sales, business and more – towns get most of their money from property taxes.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
How much does electricity cost at CT’s municipal utilities?
Eversource and UI provide electricity to most of CT — except the 77,000 or so customers of municipal-owned utilities. But who pays the most?
Posted inMoney
Gov. Lamont’s tax rebate: What you need to know
Gov. Ned Lamont wants to give a $500 million tax rebate to roughly 2.2 million people. Here’s how to find out if you would share in it.
Posted inGovernment
Which parts of the ‘big beautiful bill’ will go into effect in 2026?
From tax changes and Trump accounts to student loan caps and SNAP changes, a number of provisions in the bill go into effect in 2026.
Posted inTransportation
Metro-North ticket changes: What CT residents should know
Travelers on Metro-North’s New Haven Line are adjusting to changes in buying and using train tickets. Here’s what to know.
Posted inBridgeport
What to know when temperatures drop in Bridgeport
When temperatures drop, Bridgeport activates its cold weather response system. Here’s what to know about how to stay warm and help others.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains, Education
Why CT lawmakers may take up universal school meals issue in 2026
Disruptions to programs like SNAP have renewed calls for CT to do what it can to ensure that children are fed in schools.
Posted inHartford
Why did Hartford public school renovations get paused?
Hartford’s mayor paused state-funded renovations for six public schools in September, surprising key school officials. Here’s what to know.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
What to know about urgent crisis centers in CT
For CT families with children in need of mental health care, urgent crisis centers offer emergency treatment. Here’s what you need to know.
Posted inGovernment
New CT laws taking effect Oct. 1: E-bikes, towing, Sunday hunting
Over seven dozen Connecticut laws concerning a range of issues will wholly or partially take effect. Here’s a look at some of them.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
What are baby bonds? Here’s what to know about the CT program
CT’s baby bonds programs provides eligible children on HUSKY with money in a publicly funded tax-free account. Here’s what to know.
Posted inHealth
What’s it like inside an overdose prevention center? We went to RI to find out.
Photos show how Rhode Island set up its first overdose prevention center — also known as a safe injection site.
Posted inHuman Services
What will new Medicaid, SNAP work requirements look like in CT?
Some people will need to work, train or volunteer 80 hours a month to qualify for benefits. But it won’t take effect for at least a few years.