Connecticut had an earthquake this week. Most people likely missed it

Wednesday’s quake is the latest in Connecticut’s long history of small underground rumbles.

Owner of recently closed The Charles in Wethersfield embroiled in lawsuits, owes tens of thousands

The Charles in Wethersfield surprised many when its closure was announced on Monday after six years of operation.

Maybe we’re finally done hating on Connecticut

In 2018, I wrote a column called “Let’s Stop Hating on Connecticut.” It began with a colleague telling me he loved our state. I was so surprised that I asked, essentially, what was wrong with him. I had grown up here. Complaining about Connecticut was practically a local custom. We complained about the taxes, the […]

Parents question response when Connecticut teacher accused of tickling student

NBC Connecticut Investigates has learned new details about how two private schools and the Connecticut Department of Children and Families handled concerns involving a teacher later charged in cases involving young female students. The case centers on Nicholas Ricciardi, a former teacher at Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Hartford...

Gov. Lamont to give his first post-election briefing

Connecticut GOP faces 'near extinction event' after election losses

Connecticut Republicans are facing a political reckoning after Democrats won an overwhelming majority in the state legislature, leaving the GOP with as few as three seats in the state Senate and a diminished presence in the House. The results went beyond what one veteran political observer expected. “We all expected...

Holiday spirit is in full swing: A guide to Connecticut holiday markets

Some markets will feature live music, house tours, seasonal beverages (including hot cocoa) and visits from Santa.

What voters in these six Connecticut towns tell us about the 2026 election

The 2026 elections are over and a "blue wave" hit Connecticut, similar to much of the country. Gov. Ned Lamont won by a large margin, as did the five Democrats Connecticut will send to Congress and eight state Senate seats were flipped from Republican to Democrat - one for the first time in 60 years.

Elliott Plans Future and Push to the Left

HAMDEN – Progressive Democrat Josh Elliott held onto his State House seat, handily beating write-in Republican challenger Hudson Molinari, and keeping hope alive for a second run at the governor’s office in four years. Unofficial totals compiled by Hamden’s Democratic Town Committee showed Elliott receiving 2,653 votes to...

See how your community voted for governor

See how communities across Connecticut voted for governor, including Ned Lamont’s margin and the precincts that shifted more Democratic.

Opinion: Connecticut's graduation rate is meaningless in a system of social promotion

The state is touting high graduation rates, but test scores tell a different story, Chris Powell writes.

Blue wave in CT legislature may test Lamont on taxing the rich

Legislators have talked about taxing Connecticut’s wealthy to finance relief for the poor and middle class, but it’s only been talk — so far.

Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Connecticut? Holding Periods, Feeding, and TNR

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Stray cat laws in Connecticut are mostly set at the town level, with a few firm state rules sitting underneath. The state has no law that tells you “after X days, the cat is yours.” What it does have is an impoundment process for animal control, a rabies vaccination rule, and a statute that lets … This article, Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Connecticut? Holding Periods, Feeding, and TNR , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • 18 Popular Cat Breeds in Idaho: From Cold-Weather Champions to Family Favorites • 13 English Cat Breeds: British Shorthairs, Rexes, and Rare Orientals • 20 Popular Cat Breeds in Nevada: From Desert Shorthairs to Cold-Climate Companions

Construction Progressing at The Residences at Heritage Park in West Hartford Connecticut

With an anticipated leasing launch in late spring 2027, construction is progressing rapidly at The Residences at Heritage Park in West Hartford. The Garden Communities multifamily development at 1360 Trout Brook Drive will offer 322 luxury rentals complemented by on-site lifestyle amenities. “It’s exciting to see The Residences at Heritage...

Hartford councilman to resign amid residency complaint to CT elections watchdog

Amilcar Hernandez was first appointed to the Hartford City Council in 2023.

Healthcare, schools, transportation: What Lamont, CT Democrats are focusing on post-election

What will be Gov. Ned Lamont's big priorities in a third term? Healthcare, for starters.

Enfield approves $511M school plan as Southington rejects $86.7M project, unofficial results show

Southington officials must now consider their next steps after voters rejected the school plan.

Connecticut Approves 4.9% Workers’ Compensation Decrease for 2027

The Connecticut Insurance Department has approved decreases in workers’ compensation rates for employers starting January 1, 2027. The voluntary market loss costs will decrease -4.9% overall, while assigned risk plan rates will go down -5.8% overall. The changes reflect the request filed by the industry’s rating organization, the National...

Pet Trust Laws in Connecticut: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Photo by Bethany Ferr / Pexels Pet trust laws in Connecticut let you do something that was impossible before 2009: leave money for your pet’s care and have a court enforce your instructions. If you have ever lain awake wondering who would feed your dog, medicate your cat, or take your parrot to the vet if something happened to you, this … This article, Pet Trust Laws in Connecticut: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Antifreeze Poisoning Liability Laws in Illinois: Who Pays When a Pet Is Harmed • Pet Liability at Holiday Gatherings in Arizona: What Hosts and Guests Should Know • Running a Hobby Farm in Nevada: The Legal Rules Every Landowner Should Know

Connecticut state Senate candidates have complete trust in District 34 recount as Tuesday deadline looms

A recount of all of Wallingford's ballots is set to take place Friday following a counting error, and the rest of state Senate District 34's ballots will also be counted with a Tuesday deadline. Nearly 39,000 people came to polls in state senate District 34, and just 25 of those...