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Shaping Greensboro's Future: Take Action with the 2025 Community Vitals Report
Greensboro has a long history as a vibrant, diverse community. That’s never been more true than it is today, with our area during a period of growth and diversification that presents opportunities and challenges that we must meet. To guide that process, Action Greensboro developed the 2025 Community Vitals Report, a comprehensive, data-driven overview of the current status and future challenges of Greensboro and Guilford County.
Stein Wins N.C. Governor's Race, Robinson Concedes
Speaking at his campaign event in Raleigh on Tuesday night, Republican Mark Robinson conceded the gubernatorial race to Democrat Josh Stein. “It doesn’t seem like it’s going our way tonight,” Robinson told supporters. “But it’s always going our way.” “I’m standing here now, and I’m not sad one lick. I’m a little disappointed. I’m disappointed for you, because I wanted this so bad for you,” he continued. “I wanted this for the people of North Carolina. Not for me.
Connecticut's elder care sector needs support
An aging population in Connecticut is straining the elder care system in multiple ways. Will legislation pass this session to help? WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jenna Carlesso to discuss the article she wrote with Dave Altimari, “CT’s aging population is growing. There are not enough people and facilities to take care of them,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short. You can read her story here.
New Haven bulldozes 'tent city' occupied by homeless residents
Police swarmed onto the tent city off the Boulevard early Thursday morning to clear the holdout campers and bulldoze the site — and make sure the press and public couldn’t watch what they were doing. The operation began at 7 a.m. Dozens of officers arrived to carry out an eviction order for homeless people who have been living in an encampment near a soccer field off Ella Grasso Boulevard.
Republicans call for transparency in CT's COVID-19 relief spending
Connecticut Republicans are pushing for transparency in the state’s spending of billions of dollars in federal COVID-19 relief money and transportation infrastructure funding. Senate Republican Leader Kevin Kelly said members of the GOP minority are concerned after two state audits revealed local misappropriation of federal COVID relief money in West Haven and questionable school construction spending by the state.
Rising costs at CT child care centers outpace revenue
Leaders of child care operations say costs have gone up steadily in the last four years, due to inflation and the state’s rising minimum wage. But during that time, most of the state’s subsidies to child care operators have remained flat, and federal pandemic emergency funding is now being phased out. “We need systemic funding,” said Marc Jaffe, chief executive of Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County.
Hartford trailblazer Ann Uccello, first CT woman mayor, dies at 100
Ann Uccello, former mayor of Hartford who was the first woman to be elected mayor of any municipality in Connecticut and the first woman to be elected mayor of a U.S. capital city, has died. She was 100 years old. “Ann Uccello was a trailblazer who was born and raised in Hartford and dedicated her career in public service to the city she loved,” Gov. Ned Lamont said in a statement.
Black, Hispanic CT residents are more anxious where they live
DataHaven, a nonprofit that collects data on well-being and quality of life, released the 2023 Community Wellbeing Index regional reports and the 2022 DataHaven Community Wellbeing Survey results. The 2023 report uses various data sources, including the 2022 survey results and other non-survey data, from across Connecticut to gauge how different groups feel about their communities. Non-white respondents had lower levels of happiness and satisfaction with the area in which they live.
Wealthy CT residents are much healthier than others
DataHaven, a nonprofit that collects data on well-being and quality of life, released the 2023 Community Wellbeing Index regional reports and the 2022 DataHaven Community Wellbeing Survey results. The 2023 report uses various data sources, including the 2022 survey results and other non-survey data, from across Connecticut to gauge how different groups feel about their communities.
TIMELINE: How a controversial Willington school site was chosen
Community leaders in the small eastern Connecticut town of Willington have been debating what to do about their aging elementary and middle schools for years. But the town’s plan to build a new combined school for its roughly 400 students is now being colored by a decision to locate that proposed project on a piece of land that is owned by the family of Erika Wiecenski, the town’s first selectwoman.
Willington faces school construction delay over conflict
The town of Willington needs a new elementary and middle school. Should they buy the property they need from the family of the first selectwoman? WSHU’s Molly Ingram spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article, “This CT town might buy first selectwoman’s family’s land for a new school,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short. You can read his story here.
Ten states are contributing to Connecticut's smog problem
New data from the Environmental Protection Agency shows that ten states are contributing to high smog levels in Connecticut. Climate activists are calling for stronger regulations to protect the environment and Connecticut residents. Earthjustice attorney Kathleen Riley said the air pollution in Connecticut is responsible for asthma attacks and heart and lung disease.
Here's how the state passes tax, spending plan
Original reporting by Keith M. Phaneuf. Compiled and designed by Gabby DeBenedictis. Infographic: How Connecticut Passes Its Budget In odd-numbered years, the CT General Assembly passes a budget for the next two fiscal years and a two-year bond package. In even-numbered years, the General Assembly makes adjustments to the budget and bond package. Here’s an outline of how the budget gets passed.
This Giving Tuesday, meet the CT Mirror team you create by giving
Every Giving Tuesday is a celebration of CT Mirror’s in-depth, impact stories and the reporters who write them. This year that team of reporters is bigger than it has ever been, thanks to readers like you who create CT Mirror reporting through their financial support. Just how big is the CT Mirror team now? Here’s a look: And with of your financial support, you can expect to see this team grow even more by Giving Tuesday next year.
CT Gov. Wilbur Cross' 1936 Thanksgiving Proclamation
Kyle is CT Mirror's Director of Membership and Digital Innovation. His newsroom experience includes roles as a freelance reporter and then a full-time general assignment reporter at CT Mirror and as State Capitol beat writer for UConn's Daily Campus. He graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2017. More by Kyle Constable
CT Mirror raising $140K to pay for reporters
The Connecticut Mirror’s most important fundraiser of the year is underway. Between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, CT Mirror is participating in NewsMatch, the largest grassroots fundraising effort for journalism in the country. This year’s NewsMatch goal is to raise $140,000 from 1,000 donors — enough to pay for two reporter salaries in 2023. To help accomplish this, a generous friend and reader of CT Mirror has offered to match all gifts throughout NewsMatch dollar-for-dollar, up to $5,000 per gift.
How to grow CT's economy with science, technology jobs
Skip to content Business leaders, policy-makers, research organizations, and others are exploring smart ideas for driving economic growth in Connecticut. One idea that has worked in other states and that is occasionally part of the discussion in Connecticut is an economic development strategy rooted in Connecticut’s strength in science and technology and that is advanced through a collaboration between the state, research universities, and business.
In Killingly, teens look to neighboring town as a model for mental health help
Four Killingly High School Seniors often walk to their favorite park near their school to hang out. It’s been rough being a teenager through the pandemic, but these four friends are still able to joke about how music helps them get through tough days. “Everyone at school always has earbuds in all the time,” said Calvin Sandberg, a senior at Killingly high. He explained that music plays a big role in their daily lives to help them feel less stressed.
CT's 211 housing hotline may end 24/7 service, prompting concern
A “front door” phone line for people experiencing homelessness in Connecticut could soon be cutting back its hours. Starting in November, United Way’s 211 housing hotline may only be available during weekday business hours. Up until now, the state-funded service has been available 24/7 and has been touted for helping reduce chronic homelessness in Connecticut. The potential change, which was first reported by Hearst Connecticut, is raising concerns among housing advocates as the days get colder.
Larson, Lazor talk abortion and Social Security in 1st District debate
Social Security will announce a cost-of-living adjustment on Thursday – and it could be about a 9% increase. But as birth rates drop, the long-term solvency of the program remains uncertain. Social Security’s future was a central issue in Tuesday night’s debate between the two candidates for Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District. Incumbent Democrat John Larson, chairman of the House Ways and Means Social Security subcommittee, has proposed a plan to make higher-earners pay into the program more.
📝 CT Mirror Explains
Finding answers to big questions in Connecticut. CT Mirror Explains is an ongoing effort to distill our wide-ranging reporting into a “what you need to know” format. New CT AI, data privacy laws go into effect Oct. 1. What to know After previous failed attempts, lawmakers in Connecticut made progress on artificial intelligence legislation this year, passing a massive 39-section bill that seeks to do everything from outline AI workforce development…
CT expands eligibility for SNAP benefits, aims to aid more families
More people in Connecticut can now qualify for the state’s food assistance program. That’s because the state is expanding eligibility based on monthly income. Officials believe that about 44,000 additional Connecticut residents could be eligible for benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, informally known as food stamps. Dan Giacomi is Connecticut’s SNAP director. He addressed state officials and lawmakers at a meeting Monday.
New Haven drops plans to build public, high-speed internet service
Skip to content Because the Biden Administration has chosen to “build back better,” the Elicker Administration has chosen not to build its own new municipal broadband network after all. Mayor Justin Elicker and city Economic Development Officer Dean Mack explained that shift in plans during an internet-focused interview with the Independent.
In the climate crisis, who's really feeling the heat?
The planet’s getting warmer, but we’re not all feeling the effects in the same way. This episode we go inside Resilient Connecticut, one of the state’s biggest climate adaptation efforts, to find out how our towns are preparing for a hotter future. And we meet Kat Morris to learn how the climate crisis intersects with environmental racism, health inequities, global migration and reproductive justice.
CT Mirror launches mobile app to provide real-time news alerts
The Connecticut Mirror has launched an official mobile app to help readers keep up with the latest stories, opinions and more on CTMirror.org. It is available now on Apple’s App Store and the Google Play Store. CT Mirror’s new mobile app offers a fast and clean mobile reading experience, and will ensure readers get the most important stories every week in real-time. Readers can also track their progress as they read through each day’s stories.
CT Mirror en Español
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Linda Greenhouse analyzes the U.S. Supreme Court term
Skip to content Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Linda Greenhouse talks with CT Mirror about the end of an historic and consequential U.S. Supreme Court term. Greenhouse, who covered the Court for nearly three decades at The New York Times, weighs in on the ramifications of the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and more. John Dankosky, CT Mirror’s event host, joins Linda for the conversation.
NYT's Linda Greenhouse to provide analysis of U.S. Supreme Court term
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Linda Greenhouse will join CT Mirror’s John Dankosky to discuss the end of an historic and consequential U.S. Supreme Court term. Greenhouse, who covered the Court for nearly three decades at The New York Times, is set to weigh in on the ramifications of the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and much more. Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Zoom Admission: Free You can register to attend the event at this link.
CT Mirror's Legislative Session Recap and 2022 Election Preview
Skip to content CT Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas joins host John Dankosky to recap a busy, election-year legislative session, preview what’s ahead between now and November, and answer your questions. About John Dankosky John, a well-known and highly regarded radio personality, divides his time between CT Mirror — where he heads up our events program and serves as a multi-platform consultant — and the NPR / PRI program Science Friday.
CT Mirror recaps the legislative session, previews the election
CT Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas joins host John Dankosky to recap a busy, election-year legislative session, preview what’s ahead between now and November, and answer your questions. Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Zoom Admission: Free You can register to attend the event at this link.
How are CT residents with opioid addiction recovering from the pandemic?
Skip to content The opioid epidemic that has been devastating many communities in Connecticut for the last several years was only exacerbated by the stress and isolation of the pandemic. And that’s on top of the influx of fentanyl that has truly led to an epidemic of overdose deaths. But the pandemic has also shown us all the importance of prioritizing recovery and mental health. Are we turning the corner on the stigma of drug use?
How are CT students recovering from the pandemic?
Skip to content If you had to think about a key area of life where the pandemic truly exposed the enormous divisions that already existed in this state – education would be pretty close to the top of the list. We were already the state with the largest achievement gap in the nation. A state where half-a-million people owe more than a billion dollars in student loans. And then, in March of 2020 — teachers, students, everyone, was sent home.
How are CT's formerly incarcerated recovering from the pandemic?
Leaving prison and trying to re-establish life in the community comes with an incredible set of challenges – housing, employment, family relationships – and under it all, recovering from the trauma of incarceration itself. Thousands of people were released from prison in Connecticut in 2020 as the Department of Correction tried to stem a tide of COVID in its facilities. In Their Own Words Connecticut residents and experts share their perspectives with Untold.
How are CT workers recovering from the pandemic?
Skip to content Whose recovery is this anyway? The pandemic shutdowns threw tens of thousands of people out of work in Connecticut. Businesses had to close their doors. Essential workers risked their health for low wages and non-existent benefits. Two years later, house prices have surged, businesses are back open, and there seem to be plenty of jobs – so we should be feeling pretty good, right? But the inequalities that existed in Connecticut well before the pandemic were only worsened by COVID.
Connecticut's Opinion Page
This is Connecticut’s opinion page. We welcome informed and responsible commentary about local, state and national public policy from all Connecticut residents and organizations. Submit one here Flock cameras, when used properly, can be a valuable public safety tool. That doesn’t mean these systems should operate without oversight.
What is Branded Storytelling?
Branded Storytelling is a highly effective marketing tool for clients who have a story to tell to build their brand, reinforce a positioning, introduce a complex topic, or simply tell a story about themselves that CT Mirror readers are likely to find interesting. Here are a few examples. You can view all Branded Storytelling pieces here. 1.
Meet CT Mirror's largest-ever intern class
Say hello to The Connecticut Mirror’s spring semester interns. Over the next 14 weeks, five interns will work to strengthen CT Mirror’s reporting and expand our reach to new audiences: Jessica Bravo, reporting intern, will bolster coverage of this year’s legislative session. Sara Abdelouahed and Christie Wang, social media interns, will repackage our reporting on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for younger audiences.
How well do you know CT politics? Take our 2021 legislative session quiz
The 2021 legislative session has ended — though it required a little overtime. State lawmakers returned to the Capitol for a few extra days after a frenetic finish to the regular session gave way to a brief-but-consequential special session the following week.
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Reopening Connecticut: Is It Too Soon To Reopen Our State?
Today, Connecticut begins the long, winding process of reopening. We’re kicking off a new series on “Steady Habits” to explore some of the most challenging questions as it plays out. Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 It’s May 20, which means the reopening process in Connecticut is underway. Thousands of workers across the state will return to their workplaces as some businesses resume their operations.
Steady Habits: Finding A Path To Reopen Connecticut - And America
Congressman John Larson, a 10-term Democrat from East Hartford, has agreed to join President Donald Trump’s task force to re-open America. Here’s what he plans to tell the president. Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Congressman John Larson is the only member of the Connecticut congressional delegation asked to be part of the “Opening Up America Again” congressional group assembled by President Donald Trump.
A Census & An Election, Interrupted
Show your love for great stories and out standing journalism × Working for Tips Are you a COVID-19 expert, public health worker, medical provider, elected official, employer, business owner, or patient? We’d like to include your expertise, data, experiences, concerns, or anonymous tips related to COVID-19 in our reporting. Click to connect with our newsroom. Lt. Gov.
A new vision for a downtown Union Station
Kyle Constable It’s long overdue, but for the first time, Hartford has caught a glimpse of what life might look like without the I-84 viaduct downtown. City officials unveiled a study last month to serve as the framework for development after the viaduct is removed a decade from now.
For CT, strides and stumbles in quest to spur bioscience industry
When The Jackson Laboratory selected Farmington as the site of its new genomic medicine center nearly six years ago, the biomedical research giant believed it could be a catalyst for something bigger in Connecticut. Gov. Dannel P. Malloy hoped so, too. After all, it took a lot of convincing to win legislative support for the $291 million package the state offered to lure Jackson to Connecticut after the company’s plans to build the facility in Florida fell through.
Opioid crisis deepens as Malloy again signs legislation to curb it
For the third year in a row, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has put forward and signed legislation aimed at curbing the growing opioid epidemic in Connecticut. The governor’s bill-signing ceremony Thursday came days after the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner reported that an average of nearly three Connecticut residents are dying every day from accidental drug intoxication.
As Trump decides on DACA, immigrant youth make final push
With a decision from the White House expected soon, immigrant youth and their advocates made one last push in Hartford Wednesday to convince President Donald J. Trump to maintain their protected status. About 10,000 immigrant youths in Connecticut are shielded from deportation under an Obama-era executive order known as Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals, or DACA. It gives undocumented children brought to this country by their parents protection from deportation and a work permit.
Access Health again extends deadline for insurers to decide on 2018
The two remaining insurers on Connecticut’s health insurance exchange will have an extra week to decide whether to continue selling plans through the exchange’s individual marketplace next year. The exchange, Access Health CT, announced Tuesday the insurers will have until Sept. 15. The date had been Sept. 8, after being moved up from Sept.
As Harvey pounds Texas, CT sends Air National Guard to help
A small contingent of the Connecticut Air National Guard was deployed Monday to provide assistance in Texas as Tropical Storm Harvey slowly moved up the coastline, bringing with it devastating rainfall. The 103rd Airlift Wing, known as “the Flying Yankees,” is sending eight airmen and a C-130 Hercules cargo plane to help in supply efforts. At least eight people have been killed so far in the storm. Texas officials anticipate the number will rise.
As state loosens affordable housing rules, Milford does the same
Milford — Twenty-two days after the General Assembly voted to loosen the state’s affordable housing standards despite the governor’s objections, at least one community is following suit. Last week, the Planning and Zoning Board in Milford voted 6-3 to end its existing affordable housing standards along a significant portion of the U.S. Route 1 corridor winding along I-95.
With UConn’s campus now open, Hartford asks, ‘What’s next?’
Hartford — The dust is settling downtown in Connecticut’s capital city. Dust from construction, that is. While plenty of smaller projects are still underway, the grand opening of the University of Connecticut’s new branch campus Wednesday means for the first time in about a decade and a half, there is a lull in major redevelopment downtown. And for the first time in two decades, the city has no concrete vision in place to guide farther development in the years to come.
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