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CT leader calls for fighting climate change following string of dangerous storms: ‘I think we’re losing’
With wild fires raging in Los Angeles and flooding closer to home, Gov. Ned Lamont called Tuesday for measures to combat climate change in Connecticut in order to preserve property...
Trump’s inauguration: Who from CT is going and why. And who isn’t going.
Both Democrats and Republicans will be gathering Monday in Washington, D.C. for the every-four-years ritual of the presidential inauguration at one of the most deeply divisive times in American political...
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CT Democrats seek to add worker benefits; Republicans call plan ‘unwelcome mat’ for business
Senate Democrats called Wednesday for helping striking workers, but Gov. Ned Lamont and Republicans raised skepticism in a long-running battle that will play out in the coming months. Democrats unveiled...
Innovation vs. regulation: CT leaders grapple with balancing AI growth and protecting state residents
As artificial intelligence gains speed across the country, Gov. Ned Lamont said Tuesday that he is still concerned about regulating the industry in Connecticut because he does not want to...
As mayors, Dems seek more funding for education, Gov. Lamont says, ‘Don’t always come running to the state’
Connecticut's big-city mayors called for more than $500 million in additional education funding Monday, but lawmakers said it is too early to say exactly how much additional funds will be...
CT budget expected to hit $27B. What lawmakers say as we face among highest cost of living in nation
Veteran lawmakers realize the difficulty of untangling a sticky wicket of competing agendas as scores of competing interests battle for funding in the next annual budget that is expected to...
Optimism reigns on opening day at CT Capitol; Lamont focuses on electricity, education, childcare
As the legislature opened its 2025 session on a day of optimism, Gov. Ned Lamont called Wednesday for reducing electricity prices in a vexing problem that has angered both consumers...
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CT legislative session opens Wednesday, tackling everything from budget to scholarships to child care
The 2025 legislative session opens Wednesday at the state Capitol with a spirit of optimism among lawmakers and concerns from various groups seeking funding and assistance.
These two CT legislators were elected. Here’s why they’re not expected to be sworn in
Two state legislators who won re-election in November are expected to step down Wednesday to accept nominations to key positions by Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont, sources said.
2025 CT legislative session starts Wednesday. Here are the top issues residents should know about.
From tax breaks to rental relief to improved child care, the state legislature is hoping to provide financial assistance to residents as lawmakers start the 2025 legislative session on Wednesday