Connecticut awards $10.5M to expand and improve recreational trails
Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced approximately $10.5 million in grants supporting 50 projects to plan, build, expand, restore, and
Connecticut Transportation Worker Killed on Interstate 95
Elvin Hernandez, a Connecticut Department of Transportation employee, was struck and killed by a motor vehicle last week while performing road maintenance work on Interstate 95 in Fairfield. Governor
Connecticut awards $6.2 million to school districts for attendance program
The Connecticut State Department of Education announced Sept. 29 that it is awarding approximately $6.2 million in state grants to 29 school districts for the Learner Engagement and Attendance
Trump administration rolls back federal fuel economy standards
The Trump administration rolled back federal fuel economy standards for light-duty vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration lowered the required average fuel efficiency from 50.4
Connecticut activates emergency center for approaching nor'easter
Gov. Ned Lamont ordered the activation of Connecticut's Emergency Operations Center on Friday in preparation for a nor'easter expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds across the state throughout
Connecticut highway worker killed on I-95
Elvin Hernandez, 60, a Connecticut Department of Transportation worker, was killed this morning after being struck by a motor vehicle while performing road maintenance on Interstate 95 in
Free school breakfast comes to Connecticut public schools
Connecticut launched a statewide program providing free breakfast to all K-12 public school students at the start of the school year, funded with $12 million in state money. The program ensures that
Connecticut launches health insurance tax credit for small businesses
Connecticut introduced a new tax credit to help small businesses offer health insurance to employees, the state said. Businesses with 50 or fewer employees can receive up to $1,000 per employee per
Connecticut announces webinar series on student loan repayment and forgiveness
Connecticut's Student Loan Ombudsperson announced a series of free webinars to help state residents navigate federal student loan repayment and forgiveness options amid ongoing program changes. The
Rhode Island offshore wind project installs final turbine
The Revolution Wind offshore wind project installed its 65th and final turbine, achieving a major milestone toward full commercial operation later this year, according to Connecticut officials. The
Connecticut launches tourism trail of 130+ haunted historic sites
Connecticut launched the Connecticut Haunted History Trail, a new statewide tourism initiative featuring more than 130 locations connected to haunted landmarks, paranormal lore, witch-trial history
Trump EPA Finalizes Repeal of Power Plant Pollution Standards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized a repeal of carbon pollution standards for coal and natural gas power plants, ending emission limits established by the Biden administration in
Connecticut adds four weekday trains to Shore Line East route
Connecticut will add four new weekday trains to the Shore Line East rail service starting Monday, October 5, the state Department of Transportation announced. The expansion includes two eastbound
Connecticut bans nine sports prediction market platforms
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection issued cease-and-desist orders to nine companies illegally operating prediction markets in the state. The platforms violated Connecticut gaming and
Connecticut extends utility bill discount through spring 2027
Connecticut's State Bond Commission approved a second round of state funding to extend discounts on residential electric bills through at least April 30, 2027. The commission released $125 million
Connecticut opens $52.9 million disaster relief fund for farmers
Connecticut opened a $52.9 million disaster relief program for farmers affected by severe weather in 2023 and 2024, with applications closing October 7. The Connecticut Department of Agriculture
Coalition of governors opposes Trump administration disability policy
A coalition of 16 governors has written to Attorney General Todd Blanche expressing concern about Trump administration actions regarding disability rights protections. The governors, led by
Volunteers to pack millions of meals on 9/11 anniversary
Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut officials are promoting volunteer opportunities as part of the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, a federally recognized day marking the 25th
Connecticut Leaders Warn of Price Hikes From Trump Tariffs
Governor Ned Lamont, elected state leaders, and the Connecticut Business and Industry Association warned this week that recent tariffs on Canadian goods and Canadian retaliatory tariffs will likely
Connecticut Approves $650,000 for Accessible Playground at School
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced that the State Bond Commission will vote on releasing $650,000 in state funding for an inclusive playground at Flanders Elementary School in East Lyme. The
Connecticut lifts all drought advisories following recent rainfall
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced Wednesday that all drought advisories have been removed across the state, leaving all eight counties without formal drought declarations. In June, the
Connecticut marks overdose awareness as deaths decline but crisis persists
Connecticut officials marked International Overdose Awareness Day by highlighting the state's ongoing efforts to combat drug overdose and promote recovery services. The state reported 836
Connecticut governor opposes federal ICE enforcement in state
Governor Ned Lamont said his administration is coordinating with community organizations in response to increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in Connecticut this week and is working
Connecticut receives $265 million in Meta child safety settlement
Connecticut will receive $265.4 million under a $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. regarding child safety on Instagram and Facebook, Governor Ned Lamont announced. The
Connecticut challenges Trump energy efficiency rollback
Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration filed opposition to a Trump administration proposed rule to roll back federal energy efficiency standards for appliances and consumer
Connecticut Receives $10M Federal Grant for Early Reading Programs
Connecticut has been awarded a $10 million five-year competitive grant to expand reading intervention programs for elementary students, according to Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner
New England governors to examine advanced nuclear energy
Connecticut is joining Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont to host a regional policy summit on advanced nuclear energy on September 30, 2026, according to Governor Ned
Connecticut Challenges $67 Billion Energy Merger Over Rate Concerns
Connecticut's attorney general and governor said they are intervening in a federal review of a $67 billion merger between NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy, arguing the deal would eliminate
Connecticut awards $10.6 million to special education programs
Connecticut awarded $10.6 million in state grants to 41 special education programs, Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker announced. The funding, distributed in
Connecticut secures $8 million to replace aging Chester-Hadlyme Ferry vessel
Governor Ned Lamont announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation is receiving $6.4 million from the Federal Transit Administration to replace the vessel used on the Chester-Hadlyme