Conventional political debates don’t tell us much about the candidates. But there is another way we can get up-close and personal.
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On Balance: What is a ‘soft landing’?
Erica E. Phillips writes about the U.S. economy’s ups and downs since the COVID-19 pandemic began — and community events like state fairs.
PODCAST: PFAS chemicals found in more Connecticut water utilities, serving thousands of residents
WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article on ‘forever chemicals’ found in the state’s water supply.
CT Mirror reporter wins national award for series on evictions
CT Mirror Reporter Ginny Monk received the Insight Award for Explanatory Journalism on Wednesday during the 2023 Nonprofit News Awards.
PODCAST: The $600 million question — how should CT spend its share of opioid settlement money?
WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss the article he wrote with Jenna Carlesso and José Luis Martínez on ways the state could spend its opioid settlement funds.
Hundreds of working people with disabilities in CT earn less than minimum wage. Here’s what to know
Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act allows qualified employers to pay individuals with disabilities less than the minimum wage for the work they perform. Here’s what to know.
PODCAST: Does Connecticut still need town meetings?
WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Tom Condon to discuss his article about the usefulness of town meetings in the modern era.
60 new railcars will enhance CT service
Obviously CDOT hopes these sleek, roomy new cars will attract new riders, but only time will tell.
It’s time to reform the CT sex offense registry
Our response to sexual offenses needs to be informed by the data on what really works to keep our communities safe.
PODCAST: Disabled workers in Connecticut can make subminimum wage — but that may change
WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Erica E. Phillips to discuss her article about 14(c) certificates, which can allow employers to pay disabled workers subminimum wage.
WATCH: A conversation on probation, parole and commutations
An in-depth conversation with State Sen. Heather Somers, Community Editorial Board member Marisol Garcia and victims advocate Audrey Carlson.
Absent parents are hurting inner city youth in our communities
We need to acknowledge that children who grow up in single parent homes are at higher risk for social and emotional problems.
PODCAST: Connecticut is lagging in nursing home inspections
WSHU spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimari to discuss his article he co-wrote with Jenna Carlesso about Connecticut’s failure to conduct routine inspections in nursing homes.
I’m a CT resident with student loans. Is forgiveness available?
Some CT residents could still get help with their student loan payments through various state programs. Here’s what to know.
Transportation councils: cathartic but ineffectual
Thus has been born the new CT Public Transportation Council, now representing both rail and bus riders… a near impossible task.