News across Capitol Region
New England not likely to see nuclear power revival any time soon
Many leaders across New England are looking to nuclear as a possible solution to the region's energy needs, despite many obstacles.
Overhaul of Head Start could endanger CT children, advocates say
Changes would allow bigger classes, no longer require degrees for many staff and require programs to be taught in English, among other things.
CT is getting a lot less money from the federal government
Connecticut is receiving an estimated $2 billion less in federal funding under the Trump administration, a new report shows.
Lamont’s plan to send gift cards to former SNAP recipients stalls
About 25,000 former SNAP recipients were to receive $300 grocery gift cards, but the state has delivered less than 6% of the pledged relief.
From the Court to a Courtroom: Eligibility limbo lingers in Big East
UConn head coach Dan Hurley couldn’t say enough about his starting point guard, Silas Demary Jr., at Big East Media Day on Thursday.
UConn gears up to take on Georgetown
The UConn volleyball team is looking to secure its first conference win this Friday as it faces off against the Georgetown Hoyas in Washington D.C.
Field Hockey: UConn set to resume rivalry against UMass
UConn field hockey is back in action after Sunday’s rainout, looking to continue its four-game win streak in what might be the team’s toughest weekend slate of the year.
Men’s Basketball: Huskies look to rely heavily on younger core
With the new era of college basketball switching from recruiting high schoolers to looking for players through the transfer portal the UConn men’s basketball program has embraced the new tradition.
Men’s Soccer: Huskies face Villanova in Big East matchup
The UConn men’s soccer team takes on Villanova in an afternoon game on Friday, marking its second Big East matchup of the season.
Women’s Basketball: The evolution of Sarah Strong
Six months ago, Sarah Strong was gutted. Strong and her teammates in the UConn women’s basketball program lost to South Carolina in the Final Four in April. After going undefeated throughout their 2025-26 campaign, they lost 62-48 against the Gamecocks in Phoenix, Ariz.
Wall Street likes Lamont’s handling of CT’s budget
Gov. Lamont frequently touts his report card from credit rating agencies, but his critics say it paints an incomplete picture.
We’re asking the right questions about CT education, but is it enough?
The question should not simply be whether Connecticut increases the ECS formula, but whether that reflects the actual cost of educating a child.