A recent update from the Education Department said forgiveness through the IBR plan is paused while systems are updated.
Practical Explainer
Posted inHealth
How federal policy changes will affect Access Health CT plans
Recent federal policy changes, including the ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ will impact people who purchase health insurance through CT’s exchange.
Posted inHealth
What to know about two new COVID variants spreading in CT
Two new COVID-19 variants are spreading across the country and doctors in Connecticut are expecting they could bring an uptick in cases.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
What are the new AI laws in Connecticut?
CT didn’t regulate AI for businesses, but it did criminalize deepfake revenge porn and provide education funding for artificial intelligence.
Posted inCT Mirror Explains
The CT diesel fuel tax dropped this month. What you should know
Since most goods delivered to CT come by truck, changes in the diesel tax can impact the price of groceries, clothing, medications and more.
Posted inImmigration
What to know about the CT cities listed as ‘sanctuary’ jurisdictions
A federal agency listed six CT cities as ‘sanctuary’ jurisdictions, surprising some of them more than others. But what does that phrase mean?
Posted inGovernment
New CT laws on price gouging, junk fees, auto renewals: What to know
Connecticut lawmakers passed legislation adding safeguards for people purchasing a wide variety of goods and services. Here’s what to know.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
What to know about the public benefits charge on your electric bill
The public benefits charge has drawn the public’s ire due to the debate over CT’s electric prices, which are among the highest in the nation.
Posted inHealth
What would looming federal cuts to Medicaid mean for CT?
Providers say they could have to pare back services, and the Lamont administration is modeling what cuts would mean for CT’s budget.
Posted inTransportation
CT’s REAL ID deadline approaches: What to know about new TSA requirement
Beginning May 7, all CT residents will need their driver’s license or identification card to be REAL ID-compliant to fly domestically with it.
Posted inHealth
What CT residents should know about the measles
CT health officials said getting vaccinated is the best way to stay protected against the measles amid an outbreak. Here’s what to know.
Posted inGovernment
New CT laws taking effect Jan. 1: Paid sick leave, absentee ballots, coerced debt
Laws expanding paid sick leave in CT, regulating absentee ballot usage and providing recourse to ‘coerced debt’ victims will take effect.
Posted inEducation
CT student loan reimbursement program: Eligibility and how to apply
The CT student loan reimbursement program offers qualifying residents up to $20,000 to help them pay off their loans. Here’s what to know.
Posted inHousing
CT’s Time to Own program helps first-time homebuyers with finances: What to know
CT’s Time to Own program, which is currently taking applications, offers down payment and closing cost assistance to first-time homebuyers.
Posted inGovernment
No-excuse absentee voting was approved by CT voters. What happens next?
Now that CT voters approved a no-excuse absentee voting ballot question, the doors are open for legislators to pass a law allowing it.