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Not another Boston: How CT can find its place in the AI economy
For 37 years Connecticut has lacked a credible answer to its stagnation. But the AI revolution has flipped the odds in our favor.
It’s time to act on fossil fuels
Pipeline and compressor expansion projects pose undeniable risks to our health and safety. It's time to speak out.
SNAP enrollment is down in CT since last year — but where?
In Connecticut, about 55,000 fewer people are enrolled in SNAP, including nearly 18,000 fewer residents under 18 receiving benefits.
Diesel fuel prices in Connecticut hit record high
The head of the Connecticut Energy Marketers Association said consumers likely will face shortages and more price increases in coming months.
Police standards council recommends new rules on Flock cameras
A law enforcement group that sets police standards in CT recommended stringent new rules for the use of a wide range of surveillance tech.
Reticent in primary, Lamont hits Fazio early in general-election ads
Gov. Ned Lamont, seldom comfortable with the grittier aspects of political combat, is regularly hitting Republican Ryan Fazio in TV ads.
CT Sun brace for ’emotional’ farewell as the WNBA franchise plays its final game
The Connecticut Sun plays its final game before moving to Houston after an impressive run for first independently owned team in the league.
What CT needs to hear about jobs
We need immediate, state-level action to balance the increased cost of living with the harsh realities of the middle and working classes.
CT farmers protested tax hikes. This working group has a solution
The group suggested changes to Public Act 490, which taxes parcels of land according to their current use — rather than fair-market value.
CCSU president resigns following complaint of bullying, retaliation
Central CT State University President Zulma Toro announced she will resign. The move comes after allegations Toro bullied employees.
CT laws effective Oct. 1: AI, Flock cameras, ICE enforcement
Nearly 100 CT laws on a range of issues from Flock cameras to distracted driving will fully or partially take effect on Oct. 1.
Hundreds of CT affordable homes, apartments to be built using state tax credits
More than 450 affordable homes and apartments will be constructed with $10.4 million in state tax credits, distributed to 24 nonprofits.