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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22h

CT Democrats say Ryan Fazio earned an A- from the NRA after voting against HB 6667, which banned open carry and ghost guns, and HB 7042, which made it easier to sue the gun industry. They also note that he defended the NRA days after Sandy Hook.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The weekend nor’easter brought heavy rain, powerful winds and flooding across Connecticut, knocking down trees and leaving more than 100,000 Eversource customers without power. The storm caused widespread outages as heavy rainfall swept through the state.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

East Lyme is the latest town to turn off its flock cameras. “After careful consideration and listening to the concerns and questions raised by members of our community, I have made the decision to pause the use of Flock…, effective immediately,” said East Lyme Police Chief Kevin Glenn

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Five Connecticut companies have agreed to pay a combined $9.2 million to resolve federal allegations that they fraudulently obtained millions in COVID-era Paycheck Protection Program loans despite being ineligible for the funds, federal prosecutors said.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Gov. Lamont has activated CT's Emergency Operations Center ahead of this weekend's nor'easter. EOC enters enhanced monitoring at 10pm Fri, partial activation 7am Sat. Wind Advisories statewide; Coastal Flood Warnings for Fairfield/New Haven Cos, Advisories for Middlesex/New London, through Sun.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A nor'easter is moving in through the weekend, that means heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding possible. A few reminders to stay safe: secure loose outdoor items, avoid driving through flooded roads. Stay far away from downed power lines, and keep phones charged with flashlights ready.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Sen. Chris Murphy has proposed an amendment that would bar schools from paying any varsity coach more than $5M a year. The cap would hit some of the biggest names in college sports, including UConn's own Dan Hurley who currently makes $8.33M

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Veteran Connecticut journalist Susan Haigh, who spent nearly 24 years at The Associated Press, has joined The Connecticut Project as its first impact journalist in residence. She will report on housing, early childhood and economic opportunity for working-class residents.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The Durham Fair opens today for its 106th year as CT’s largest agricultural fair. More than 10K exhibitors are taking part, and nearly 30 nonprofits count on it as a major fundraiser. t’s unclear how the weather will affect the fair. www.durhamfair.com

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Democrats called GOP governor candidate Ryan Fazio an obstacle to AI regulation over his vote against Senate Bill 5, Connecticut's online safety and AI bill. Fazio responded that the issue belongs at the federal level. The bill passed the Senate 32-4 and the House 131-17.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Waterbury's old train station, with its 240-foot clock tower over downtown, is back on the market for $4.95 million. A developer planned shops, restaurants, and about 40 apartments, but he walked away over a CTDOT easement covering most of the parking and an entire wing.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A possible nor'easter could bring heavy rain, strong winds, and power outages this weekend, and officials want residents to prepare now. Secure patio furniture, grills, and trash cans, test your sump pump, and make sure your generator is ready.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A 41,800-sq-ft manufacturing building at 9 Heritage Park Road in Clinton, CT, has sold for $2.55M. Schonline Windows & Doors bought the vacant four-acre property to expand its U.S. operations. O,R&L Commercial represented the buyer, and JLL represented seller Seidman Realty.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

CCSU President Zulma Toro is resigning, effective at the end of the day Wednesday. The announcement comes less than a week after she was placed under investigation over allegations that she bullied and intimidated university employees. Toro shared the news in an email to the campus community.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Norwich's Dodd Stadium is getting $8.134 million in state funding to begin upgrades for multi-sport and community use. Connecticut's Community Investment Fund 2030 Board approved the project today, and the State Bond Commission has 60 days to approve it and release the funds.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

GOP gubernatorial candidate Ryan Fazio says his plan would cut the average CT family's state taxes by $2,500 a year, at a cost of about $2.5B. He would scrap the 2% bottom income tax rate and lower the next three rates. Gov. Ned Lamont's campaign called it a "fantasy budget."

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Connecticut apartment rents hit record highs in August, according to Zillow, but growth is cooling in the Hartford area and Fairfield County. Typical rents rose 3% to $1,970 around New Haven, 2.9% to $1,934 in the Hartford area and 2.8% to $2,754 in Fairfield County.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

VP J.D. Vance says 760,000 Americans will lose ACA coverage over alleged fraud, and 419,000 more will face extra verification. The cuts only hit the federal marketplace, so Connecticut residents on Access Health CT will not be affected.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Connecticut lawmakers passed several new driving laws taking effect Oct 1. They target drivers who pass stopped school buses, take tractor-trailers onto highways during snowstorms, modify vehicles to be louder, scroll or watch movies behind the wheel, or misuse expired accessible parking placards.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

North Haven approved Connecticut's first Amazon Prime Air drone-delivery site, and the state says the project just cleared another key step. CT Insider mapped where drones could fly from Amazon's existing facilities, and the reach stretches from Danbury to Hartford.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

AG William Tong is urging anyone who bought certain generic drugs from May 2009 to December 2019 to claim compensation. A federal judge has preliminarily approved a plan to pay consumers from about $96.5 million in settlements with drugmakers accused of fixing prices.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

House Minority Leader Vincent Candelora is defending GOP House hopeful Gifford, a student whose Instagram post Speaker Matt Ritter called antisemitic. Ritter says the race is now competitive and Democrats will invest in it.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

At the CT GOP's Red, White & Blue dinner Monday, Chair Ben Proto said affordability, not Trump, will drive voters. "Connecticut didn't become unaffordable on Jan. 20, 2025." He blamed Lamont and Democrats for property taxes, utility costs, and the 1% prepared-food tax.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Rocky Hill and Wethersfield residents rallied Monday against racist and antisemitic graffiti found Sunday along their shared town line. Police said swastikas and hateful messages covered cars, fences, and street signs. Mayor Allen Smith said officials have never seen destruction this widespread.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

US Rep. John Larson has announced that he won't seek a third party run in Nov. after losing the August Democratic primary to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin. His spokesperson confirmed the decision, which will formally end Larson's 28-year tenure in Congress when his term wraps up early next year

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

CT is offering free virtual webinars on student loan repayment and forgiveness starting Sept. 23. About 521,400 residents owe $19.8 billion in federal loans, and the sessions cover July 1 rule changes, PSLF and exiting the SAVE plan. Registration is required. substack.com/@connecticut...

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Connecticut to offer free student loan webinars as federal rules shift Connecticut residents with student loans can attend a series of free virtual webinars on repayment and forgiveness options, Gov....

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The U.S. Army awarded Sikorsky a $234 million contract for 16 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, Connecticut's congressional delegation announced Monday. The work will be done in Stratford and the order is expected to grow by more than 100 aircraft in the coming years.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Six flights were diverted to Bradley International Airport after the FAA ordered ground stops across the tri-state area. A failed circuit disrupted connections between hubs, halting Newark, Teterboro, and Philadelphia around 10 a.m., and JFK and LaGuardia were added later.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Connecticut is losing a spring tradition. Robin Hood's Medieval Faire has announced it will not return after 16 years, and organizers thanked the performers, merchants, crew, and families who made it feel like home

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

CT AG William Tong says Paramount agreed to a court-enforceable editorial board meant to keep CNN and CBS News independent after the Warner Bros./Paramount deal. It had refused any such protections a week earlier. CT wanted full divestiture, and Tong said he's "deeply disappointed" it fell short.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

New Haven Union Station is getting a makeover. Gov. Ned Lamont announced plans Monday for new shops and restaurants, a central atrium bar and café, more family restrooms, and a wellness room. The state and city are seeking vendors, and applications are due January 29, 2027

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Connecticut gas prices rose another six cents to an average of about $4.50 a gallon, per AAA. That's 39 cents higher than a month ago and $1.32 above this time last year ($3.18).

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Milford Police Chief Keith Mello says he never gave Flock Safety permission to use his image in a promotional video filmed at the company's 2025 conference. The dispute lands as Milford's aldermen pause and review the city's license plate reader program.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

More than 970 Connecticut children have used emergency shelters in 2026, up from 928 in 2025 and 844 in 2024. Yet after New Haven's Youth Continuum closed last year, the state has only two youth shelters, and both are in Fairfield County.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

A DEEP analysis estimates that by 2028 Revolution Wind will save Connecticut and New England ratepayers half a billion dollars a year in electricity market costs, while also saving Connecticut ratepayers $150 to $200 million in public benefits charges over the life of the 20-year contract.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

“Connecticut’s 304-megawatt share of Revolution Wind will add much-needed energy supply to the New England grid. It will also provide another layer of reliability and protection from price volatility for CT households and businesses during the winter when New England’s power grid is most stressed.”

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Revolution Wind has installed its 65th and final turbine, finishing construction despite two Trump administration stop-work orders. The $6.2 billion farm already powers Rhode Island and Connecticut and will reach its full 704 MW capacity later this year.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A federal judge has permanently blocked the Trump administration from fining Connecticut and other states over SNAP. The ruling also confirms that former refugees and asylees who hold green cards remain eligible for food assistance. "We sued, we won," said AG William Tong.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

More than 80 Norwalk parents, joined by the entire Brookside Elementary PTO, are asking the district to pause AI use in elementary and middle school classrooms. Their argument is that while the research is still unsettled, policy should come before rollout, not after it.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Sen. Chris Murphy has introduced legislation to bar immigration enforcement operations from being carried out on playgrounds, child care facilities and school bus stops.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Post flooding, CT is thinking about flood insurance again. The premium under the NFIP is $1,502, the 3rd highest in the nation after WV and VT. Only 30,750 policies were in force as of early August. Twenty carriers sell NFIP coverage here; you can learn more at floodsmart.gov or 877-336-2627.

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“I have discontinued the direct deposit of his monthly pension payment. No one who has been convicted of defrauding the taxpayers and is now fleeing justice should continue receiving a pension.” — Comptroller Sean Scanlon on Kosta Diamantis

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Connecticut Daily Intel @connecticutintel.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

State Senator Mae Flexer has been recognized by the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters as a 2026 "Environmental Champion" for her pivotal role in advancing key environmental priorities that protect our land, air, water, wildlife, and climate.

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