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Legal battle over Kosta Diamantis’ state pension began without him
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/15/kosta-diamantis-pension-lawsuit/
Published: October 15, 2026 17:23
The legal battle over whether CT can revoke Kosta Diamantis' pension kicked off on Thursday in Hartford, but Diamantis was not present.
On CT bear hunt, Lamont and Fazio find common ground
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/15/bear-hunt-ct-ned-lamont-ryan-fazio/
Published: October 15, 2026 09:00
The candidates for CT governor both support measures to allow hunting of black bears, a controversial solution to rising bear encounters.
Flock cameras: public safety and privacy can coexist
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/15/flock-cameras-public-safety-and-privacy-can-coexist/
Published: October 15, 2026 04:01
Flock cameras, when used properly, can be a valuable public safety tool. That doesn't mean these systems should operate without oversight.
Probe of DOC doctor finds issues with credentials, patient care
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/14/ct-department-of-correction-doctor-francesco-lupis-healthcare/
Published: October 14, 2026 20:42
The ombuds probe cited serious complaints against Francisco Lupis related to patient care and no record of compliance with CT qualifications.
Lamont’s lead over Fazio reaches 20 points in Quinnipiac poll
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/14/quinnipiac-poll-ned-lamont-ryan-fazio-governor/
Published: October 14, 2026 20:22
Lamont has not trailed in any public poll, with an average lead of about 15 points in four surveys released over the past four weeks.
The 169 Problem: Why CT is more expensive than it needs to be
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/14/the-169-problem-why-connecticut-is-more-expensive-than-it-needs-to-be/
Published: October 14, 2026 04:01
Our economy is regional. Our tax structure is local. And that mismatch is costing us.
Delayed by investigation, Fazio spent $9.6M over summer challenging Lamont
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/fazio-lamont-campaign-finance-report/
Published: October 14, 2026 02:53
A campaign finance report shows that Fazio did not get his Citizens’ Election Program grant of $18 million until July 15 due to a complaint.
Jahana Hayes, Chris Shea square off in CT 5th District debate
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/jahana-hayes-chris-shea-5th-district-debate/
Published: October 14, 2026 02:29
The forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Litchfield County was likely the only debate between Hayes and Shea ahead of the election.
Lamont to bolster heating assistance using CT contingency fund
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/lamont-to-bolster-heating-assistance-using-ct-contingency-fund/
Published: October 13, 2026 21:00
Gov. Ned Lamont announced the planned release of $12.7 million from the $500 million contingency fund to address the impact of federal cuts.
Trump administration seeks to rescind approval for Revolution Wind
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/trump-administration-seeks-to-rescind-approval-for-revolution-wind/
Published: October 13, 2026 20:54
The move is the latest effort by the Department of Interior to halt the development of offshore wind projects.
CT poverty rate above pre-pandemic levels, report says
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/public-benefits-snap-medicaid-poverty-ct/
Published: October 13, 2026 20:47
A new report finds that CT's poverty rate increased post-pandemic and could worsen as changes and cuts to public benefits fully take effect.
High costs limit access to abortion in CT, research finds
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/high-costs-limit-access-abortion-ct/
Published: October 13, 2026 15:04
The research showed that more than 80% of the 969 respondents to an anonymous survey reported they delayed abortions due to costs.
Scholarship tax credit vouchers, a wolf in sheep’s clothing
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/scholarship-tax-credit-vouchers-are-a-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing-joslyn/
Published: October 13, 2026 04:02
I have seen firsthand the disparity in resources among school districts in Fairfield County. This tax credit codifies and deepens those inequities.
One AI-enabled school shooting is far too many.
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/13/one-ai-enabled-school-shooting-is-far-too-many/
Published: October 13, 2026 04:01
AI chatbots are the newest and most dangerous front in the fight against gun violence, and Congress cannot afford to look away.
Murphy hits US campaign trail, seeks to boost CT ‘No Kings’ rallies
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/12/chris-murphy-midterm-elections-ct-no-kings-rallies/
Published: October 12, 2026 21:30
U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy will campaign in five battleground states, spend time with CT candidates and try to boost turnout at 'No Kings' rallies.
These Meriden moms want CT to do better on special education
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/12/special-education-parents-meriden-walk/
Published: October 12, 2026 15:45
The challenges special ed parents face aren't unique, but the processes to hold schools accountable are opaque, often fail to provoke change.
Will the US Supreme Court’s recent ruling affect CT absentee voting?
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/12/ct-absentee-mail-voting-supreme-courts-ruling/
Published: October 12, 2026 11:30
Mail-in ballots, or absentee ballots, began going out Oct. 2 in CT for the general election on Nov. 3. Here's what CT voters should know.
CT’s primary care shortage is costing lives
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/12/connecticuts-primary-care-shortage-is-costing-lives-not-just-money-howard/
Published: October 12, 2026 04:01
The first step toward solving Connecticut's primary care shortage is understanding its true scope.
ICE deported her from CT. Now, she parents from Mexico.
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/11/ct-mother-ice-deportation-mexico/
Published: October 11, 2026 09:00
Nancy Martinez has filed a lawsuit following her deportation, but even a victory would not allow her to return to her children in the U.S.
PAID POST: How Connecticut Hospitals Are Modernizing Critical Infrastructure for the Future
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/11/paid-post-connecticut-healthcare-infrastructure-investment-hartford-healthcare-energy-modernization/
Published: October 11, 2026 08:57
Connecticut healthcare systems are modernizing critical energy infrastructure to improve reliability, increase efficiency, and support patient care for years to come.
The final boarding call
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/11/the-final-boarding-call/
Published: October 11, 2026 08:30
Let’s take a moment of silence to remember the airlines that are no more.
How opposition to Flock cameras took flight in CT
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/09/ct-flock-cameras-south-windsor-milford/
Published: October 9, 2026 16:26
Towns like South Windsor, Windsor, Killingworth, Ledyard, Milford and Newtown have ended or suspended use of license plate readers in 2026.
Which CT towns are the most walkable?
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/09/which-ct-towns-are-the-most-walkable/
Published: October 9, 2026 14:00
Compared to other cities and towns around the U.S., several CT municipalities were more walkable than most, according to 2025 data.
Three days in a CT psych unit with a foster teen
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/09/three-days-in-a-ct-psych-unit-with-a-foster-teen/
Published: October 9, 2026 04:01
Mental health ED boarding is more than simply dehumanizing. The experience is tantamount to solitary confinement.
Lamont faces criticism over ‘cozy’ relationship with Eversource CEO
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/lamont-faces-criticism-over-cozy-relationship-with-eversource-ceo/
Published: October 9, 2026 01:15
CEO Joe Nolan's comments to investors, and published texts between the two leaders, have undercut the governor's tough stance on the utility.
Chris Murphy says he was denied access to largest US military base in Middle East
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/senator-chris-murphy-denied-access-al-udeid-air-base/
Published: October 8, 2026 21:39
During a multi-day trip to the Middle East, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy said he was denied entry to the largest U.S. military base in the region.
Kosta Diamantis seeks to appeal conviction in federal corruption case
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/kosta-diamantis-appeal-federal-corruption/
Published: October 8, 2026 17:00
It's unclear whether the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals will consider the challenge given that Diamantis fled to Greece before his sentencing.
Will AI kill us? Maybe
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/will-ai-kill-us-maybe/
Published: October 8, 2026 15:28
Eighty percent of Americans say there should be laws to maintain rules for AI safety and data security, even if this leads to slower growth.
PURA OKs changes to how utilities purchase electricity
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/pura-approves-changes-power-utilities-purchase-electricity/
Published: October 8, 2026 14:22
CT regulators approved a framework for 'dynamic' procurement, which was required as part of a bipartisan energy-savings bill passed in 2025.
A Connecticut report shows uptick in AI campaign ads nationally
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/wesleyan-project-report-ai-political-advertisements/
Published: October 8, 2026 12:30
More politicians are using Artificial Intelligence in campaign ads leading up to this year's midterm elections.
Aging workforce, immigration crackdown are depleting skilled workers
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/aging-workforce-immigration-crackdown-are-depleting-skilled-workers/
Published: October 8, 2026 12:00
Worker shortages are the top reason for construction project delays, a survey by the Association of General Contractors of America found.
Proposed Federal Scholarship Tax Credit rules fail to win over CT educators
https://ctmirror.org/2026/10/08/proposed-federal-scholarship-tax-credit-rules-ct/
Published: October 8, 2026 09:00
The U.S. Treasury Department released its proposed rules for the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. CT educators don't like what they see.