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This commentary argues that Connecticut's tax system disproportionately burdens low- and middle-income residents, citing a stalled renter's credit proposal as evidence. It contends that Governor Ned Lamont's focus on pension debt prevents necessary tax reform, leaving many residents struggling to afford housing and basic needs.
This commentary argues that Connecticut's tax system unfairly burdens low- and middle-income residents, highlighting stalled renter's credit proposals. It contends that Governor Lamont's focus on pension debt prevents tax reform, leaving younger generations struggling with high rents and limited savings.
This commentary profiles Andy Taddei Jr., an amateur golfer on a 25-year quest to play every public golf course in Connecticut. It argues that such personal, non-professional pursuits offer genuine enjoyment and connection to the sport, celebrating the everyman golfer's passion and dedication.
ConnectiCare proposes a 23% average increase for individual plans, United Healthcare nearly 19%, and Anthem nearly 13% for individual and 17% for small group plans. The hikes affect nearly 220,000 residents and require state approval by September.
Multiple agencies are investigating High Meadow resort in Granby, Connecticut, after 14-year-old Emari Marshall-Woodard drowned during a school field trip. The Farmington Valley Health District is inspecting the pool area, while the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate and Office of Early Childhood are reviewing the incident and its impact on the resort's license.
Connecticut is creating a new police training curriculum focused on implicit bias and procedural justice, as mandated by the 2020 Police Accountability Act. Developed by Yale Law School's Justice Collaboratory, the curriculum will use a 'train the trainers' model with rollout in 2027. Three community advisory boards will oversee the process.