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CT lawmaker seeks ability take control of financially distressed hospitals
The language bill says lawmakers are trying to “prevent abrupt service interruptions and ensure the continuity of health care services at hospitals,” and more.

Reporters asked CT DMV for records. The agency said the info would cost $47,000
Two-and-a-half years later, it seems the DMV doesn’t even know the answer — and we’re still waiting for thousands of records.

Connecticut DMV, top lawmakers vow to review towing laws
State lawmakers say they will review a law that allows tow companies to sell a vehicle worth $1,500 or less just 15 days after towing it.

Towed and gone: How CT DMV allows companies to sell people’s cars
This article was produced in partnership with ProPublica through its Local Reporting Network. Melissa Anderson was trying to wrestle her squirmy 2-year-old daughter into a winter coat in December 2021...

CT worker accused of ‘fraud or collusion’ allowed to retire
Marybeth Bonsignore, whose annual salary is about $146,000, will be on paid leave until then, according to the agreement.

Former CT deputy budget chief seeks delay in corruption trial. What to know
Kosta Diamantis, Connecticut’s former state deputy budget director, asked a judge on Friday to delay his upcoming corruption trial.

Internal investigation uncovers collusion over key hire for DESPP
An internal affairs report concludes that several state employees colluded to hire Plourde.

Troubled chain plans to close two more CT nursing homes
Both facilities are near capacity — Countryside with 85 of 90 beds filled and Sheriden Woods with 133 of 146 beds occupied, according to an Athena spokeswoman.

CT state police traffic stop numbers not up as claimed. Here are the updated statistics
Connecticut state police blamed an error increasing the contrast between traffic stops in 2023 and 2024 on “a change in software used for reporting that was identified and remediated.”

CT nursing home loses federal funding. State commissioners call it ‘relatively unprecedented decision’
"This leaves many residents and their families vulnerable as they face uncertainty and potential distress," Mairead Painter, the state’s long-term care ombudsman, said.