CT Relaxes Gathering, Restaurant, Travel Coronavirus Restrictions

Gov. Ned Lamont has relaxed some coronavirus restrictions as cases and hospitalizations drop and more mass vaccination centers open.

Lamont Names Acting CT Education Commissioner

Gov. Ned Lamont has named deputy education commissioner​ Charlene Russell-Tucker to serve as acting state education czar.

DEEP Approves $1.59 Million In Pollution-Reducing Grants

Grants support the state’s efforts to reduce diesel pollution and advance electrification of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.

Third Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect In CT

The Senate will begin debate Wednesday on a $1.9 trillion relief bill that directly aids families, states, cities, the unemployed and more.

Sports Betting, Online Gaming Deal Reached In CT, Lamont Says

Gov. Ned Lamont reached an agreement with the Mohegan Tribal Nation he predicts could generate tens of millions of dollars in state revenue

More, Faster: CT Dept. Of Motor Vehicles Upgrades Its Web Portal

The new site increases the number of transactions customers are able to complete online, mong other improvements.

CT Governor's Council On Women And Girls Pushes New Laws

The proposed legislation would "reflect and amplify the voices of women and girls" i government and the workplace, Lamont said.

Lamont Hints At Changes To CT Restaurant Capacity Limits

Gov. Ned Lamont said the capacity limits for restaurants and other businesses will change soon.

CT Governor Taps Ex-Durham Aide For General Counsel

Gov. Ned Lamont has named Nora Dannehy, former counsel to U.S. Attorney for CT John Durham, to serve as general counsel in his office.

Gov. Lamont Applauds House Approval Of The Crown Act

The new legislation will prohibit workplace discrimination based on hairstyles that are commonly associated with people of color.

AG Tong Urges Passage Of 'For The People Act' Democracy Reforms

The Act is a comprehensive package of reforms to address voter suppression, foreign interference in elections and more.

AG Tong Joins Fight Against Company's 3D-Printed Gun Files

A 21-state coalition of attorneys general are supporting states' efforts to stop distribution of unlawful files that help people build guns.

CT Reports 21 New U.K. Coronavirus Variant Cases

Another 21 U.K. coronavirus variant cases were reported in Connecticut.

CT District U.S. Attorney John Durham Resigning

Durham is resigning after decades of prosecuting federal cases in Connecticut.

Maine Follows In CT's Footsteps For Coronavirus Vaccine Roll-Out

Maine Gov. Janet Mills announced her state would also move to an age-based system for coronavirus vaccine eligibility.

BPRC Leadership Announces Legislative Priorities

The legislature’s Black and Puerto Rican Caucus laid out its "Eight Pillars" this week.

Consumer Counsel Supports Extending Utility Shut-Off Moratorium

Richard E. Sobolewski filed a letter with the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority in support of extension.

Gov. Lamont Applauds Tax Fairness Legislation During Pandemic

The Connecticut House of Representatives approved House Bill 6516 to protect against extra taxes; it next must be approved by the CT Senate.

DEEP Adopts Amended Regulations To Speed Pollution Cleanup

New regulations will accelerate the pace of cleaning up pollution that threatens human health, land, water and other natural resources.

AG Tong Welcomes Comcast Decision To Postpone Data Cap Rate Hike

The Connecticut Attorney General strongly objected to the plan and sought delay until 2022.

Eversource Hosts Webinars On Energy Bill Solutions For Customers

The energy company encourages customers to register and learn more.

Where To Get Coronavirus Vaccine In Connecticut

Connecticut's vaccine rollout has gone smoother than many other states, but it hasn't been perfect. Here's the latest information.

More Vaccine Doses, And A New Brand, Coming To CT: Lamont

Pending authorization by the FDA, Connecticut could receive 30,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine this weekend.

CT Coronavirus Positive Test Rate Above 3 Percent 2 Days In Row

The state reported nearly 1,500 new cases Wednesday and a second day of a positive test rate above three percent.

Flags Lowered In Remembrance Of 500,000 Americans Lost To COVID

President Biden and Governor Lamont proclaimed U.S. and state flags in Connecticut will fly at half-staff until sunset on Friday.

CT Police Chiefs Oppose Bill To Legalize Marijuana

The Connecticut Police Chiefs Association says there is no way to properly determine if a motorist is driving under the influence of weed.

CT Lawmakers Pass Measure Pushing Tech Development In Poor Areas

Gov. Ned Lamont praised the legislation, which encourages the development of data centers in federally recognized opportunity zones​.

Power Utilities Look To Resume Disconnects In CT; Lamont Objects

Gov. Ned Lamont is urging regulators to reject plans by Eversource and others to resume service disconnections, currently on a moratorium

White House Sounds Off On Lamont's Coronavirus Vaccine Decision

Gov. Ned Lamont's decision to base coronavirus vaccine eligibility on age is causing discussion around the country.

'Prohibition Doesn't Work': Lawmakers Push Legal Marijuana In CT

Gov. Ned Lamont met with business leaders and stakeholders to discuss his plan to legalize recreational marijuana in Connecticut.

CT Patch Survey: Coronavirus Vaccine Eligibility

Connecticut announced a major change to its coronavirus vaccine eligibility system, and we'd like to hear what you think.

New CT Coronavirus Vaccine Eligibility: 5 Things To Know

Gov. Ned Lamont announced Connecticut will drastically change its coronavirus vaccination plan with a focus on age groups.

$15 Wage Hurts Vulnerable Workers

Congressional Budget Office projects a $15 an hour minimum wage would kill as many as 3.7 million jobs

CT Attorney General Calls For Student Debt Forgiveness Of $50K

CT Attorney General Tong has joined AGs from other states calling for the cancellation of up to $50,000 in federal student loan debt.

CT Closely Watching Potential Vaccine Shipment Delays

Connecticut got the vast majority of its shipment this week, but severe weather could affect vaccine shipments next week.

White House Advisor Commends, Cautions CT On Coronavirus Battle

White House advisor Andy Slavitt commended Connecticut's efforts to battle the coronavirus, but cautioned that curve balls are possible.

15 CT Residents Nominated To Fill Vacancies On The Superior Court

These are the first nominations made in nearly three years to the court, which has 50 vacancies.

CT Coronavirus Vaccine Expansion Announcement In Near Future

Gov. Ned Lamont said the state would have guidance on the next vaccine phase in the near future.

Lamont To Expand Private Gatherings At Social Venues

Gov. Ned Lamont announced he would increase capacity limits for private gatherings at commercial venues, including weddings.

Gov. Lamont Receives First Coronavirus Vaccine Dose

Gov. Ned Lamont, 67, received his first coronavirus vaccine dose Tuesday. The state expanded vaccine access to people over 65 Thursday.