Census Approves CT Switch From Counties To Regions: What To Know

The U.S. Census Bureau approved a request to tabulate data by planning regions instead of counties, here is what to know about the change.

Lamont Lauds Tax Cuts; GOP Seeks Special Session To Cut More

Governor launches new campaign ad touting recent tax-cutting measures.

CT Legislative Republicans Pitch $746 Million Tax Relief Plan

Legislative Republicans called for a special session to give more tax relief to Connecticut residents.

Officials Announce Investments To Support Aspiring Educators

The governor announced $2 million will be dispersed to educator preparation programs over the next two years.

Department Of Education Discharges $14.5M In Debt For CT Students

Attorney General William Tong praised the decision this week.

District Of CT Welcomes New Magistrate Judge Maria Garcia

Maria Eugenia Garcia will be resident at the New Haven federal courthouse.

When Will CT Cannabis Retail Sales Start: 5 Things To Know

Recreational adult use of cannabis has been legal for nearly a year in Connecticut, but retail sales haven't started yet.

Gun Violence Awareness Day In CT: Wear Orange, Other Things To Know

In Connecticut, the firearms mortality rate in 2020 was 6 per 100,000.

Treasurer Announces Successful $1 Billion General Obligation Bond Sale

The sale included $500 million of new money tax-exempt and taxable bonds to fund a variety of capital improvements in Connecticut.

State Treasurer Meets With Jamaican Officials And Business Leaders

Treasurer Shawn T. Wooden recently traveled to Jamaica to meet with the country’s Minister of Finance.

CT Parents Can Apply For Special Tax Rebates

Starting June 1 through July 31, Connecticut parents can get up to $250 per child in tax rebates.

Gov. Lamont Touts CT DMV Online Transformation

Gov. Ned Lamont is on a mission to digitally transform state government, so people spend less time waiting in line.

CT Law Creating Juneteenth Holiday Signed By Lamont

The new state law celebrating the official end of slavery in the U.S. takes effect in Connecticut in June 2023.

Gov. Lamont Issues First Veto Of 2022: Here's What You Need To Know

This was the only veto issued by Lamont so far in 2022.

CT Honors Fallen Veterans This Memorial Day

Lamont orders flags to half-staff Monday, New Haven bridge to be lit up in red, white and blue.

How CT Changed Its Gun Laws After Sandy Hook Shooting

Connecticut passed broad gun control measures months after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Here is how laws changed.

Sandy Hook Survivors, Lawmakers Call For Action After Texas Shooting

The Robb Elementary School shooting brought back memories, emotions and a call for federal action from Connecticut survivors and lawmakers.

Lamont: 'Connecticut Knows This Feeling All Too Well'

Governor orders flags to be lowered for victims of Tuesday's Texas elementary school massacre, which was reminiscent of Sandy Hook.

CT AG Announces Ford Settlement Payout

Tong: Connecticut to get nearly $253,330 from Ford Motor Co. due to false advertising claims on some of its vehicles.

New State Program Aims To Help Underserved Populations

Community Investment Fund would provide financial assistance for municipal projects in urban areas and those that help out minorities.

Abrams Intends To Primary For 78th District State Representative Seat

“I will not be challenging his nomination or endorsement, but I will be petitioning to primary.”

Energy Secretary: We Must Find A Solution For Nuclear Waste

“It is important for us as a nation to say we are finding a place to store nuclear waste in one place."

CT Gets Thumbs Up From S&P For Fiscal Health

Standard & Poor's ups Connecticut's bond rating classification from 'stable' to 'positive.'

GOP Governor Candidate Stefanowski Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Stefanowski issues statement on positive test.

CT Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Tests Positive For COVID-19

Bob Stefanowski, Republican candidate for governor, announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.

GOP Hopefuls Stefanowski, Devlin Get Police Group's Endorsement

Connecticut Chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police announces its pick for governor, lieutenant governor.

CT's Top National Guard Leader Reappointed

Gov. Ned Lamont announces reappointment of Connecticut National Guard Major Gen. Francis Evon Jr. for another four-year term.

CT Child Tax Credit Rebate Applications Beginning Soon

Qualifying tax filers can receive up to $250 per child in advance state tax credits this year. Here is how to apply.

Gov. Ned Lamont Leads Bob Stefanowski In New Poll

Gov. Ned Lamont holds a sizeable advantage to his GOP challenger, Bob Stefanowski, according to a recent Emerson College poll.

CT Catalytic Converter Theft Law Signed: 5 Things To Know

A new law that goes into effect this summer aims to tackle the growing catalytic converter theft problem.

Connecticut Battles Big Pharma Over Drug Price Rules

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong files legal briefs with other top state attorneys defending affordable drug pricing mandates.

CT's AG Supports New York Anti-discrimination Law

Law being challenged in court by wedding photographer who does not want to serve gay couples.

Ex-CT Governor Hit With New No-confidence Vote in Maine

Malloy, chancellor of University of Maine System, is facing near-revolt from students, faculty over recent actions.

Former CT Gov. Malloy Taking Heat Down East

Students at University of Maine at Farmington call for Malloy's ouster as chancellor amid controversy over slashed faculty positions.

Stefanowski, Lamont Challenge Each Other On Abortion Issue

Republican governor candidate Bob Stefanowski clarified some of his positions on abortion in Connecticut.

After 1 Million COVID Deaths Nationally, CT Flags To Be Lowered

National pandemic death toll eclipses 1 million mark, prompting Connecticut — with more than 10,800 dead — to lower flags to half-staff.

CORRECTION: Story Alleging Unnecessary COVID Test Payments Retracted

Online news website says story had 'a number of errors,' tech firm's ceasing of Covid testing was not a breach of contract with the state.

Is Inflation Easing? See How Connecticut Is Affected

The rate of inflation eased slightly in the Connecticut region, but prices continued to move upward, according to the latest report.

Tong Secures $1.2M For Connecticut Consumers Deceived By TurboTax

Connecticut joins all states in agreement with TurboTax owner Intuit for deceiving low-income Americans into paying for free tax services.

Gov. Lamont Signs CT Budget Bill Into Law

Gov. Ned Lamont signed Connecticut's budget adjustment bill into law Monday. It includes $600 million in tax cuts.