Alex Putterman

Connecticut state senator pressed state officials to steer money to associate State Sen. Doug McCrory pushed for millions for a Hartford nonprofit. As much as $800,000 went to his associate's organization, records show.

"Senator McCrory called (ed department's budget chief) and would like the full $2 million released now"

At least $250k of that went to a woman who federal investigators are looking into whether the senator is in a personal relationship with

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Connecticut state senator pressed state officials to steer money to associate State Sen. Doug McCrory pushed for millions for a Hartford nonprofit. As much as $800,000 went to his associate's organization, records show.

State Sen. Doug McCrory pushed for millions for a Hartford nonprofit. As much as $800,000 went to his associate's organization, records show.

To fight or play nice? CT officials, institutions take different approaches to Trump Some Connecticut leaders have vocally pushed back against Trump. Others have acceded to his wishes.

CT leaders and institutions have taken varied approaches to the Trump administration.

Some have aggressively pushed back, a few have capitulated and others, including the governor, have often landed in the middle.

Perspective here from Lamont, Tong and others.
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Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns 'after deep reflection' The PURA chairwoman became a political lightning rod this year with criticism from minority Republicans as well as the utility industry.

Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns 'after deep reflection' www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

Could the state really invest public money in the CT Sun? Here's how it might work Direct state investment in a professional team has little precedent in American sports.

Could the state really invest public money in the CT Sun?

Here's how it might work.
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Hearst management continues to violate the law by changing our working conditions without bargaining.

Today, employees gathered for lunch at our different offices and asked a simple question of the company:

We’re ready to bargain. Why aren’t you?

How Yale’s 'massive' tax-exempt footprint can lead to financial strain on New Haven While much of Yale's property is tax-exempt, the university is giving New Haven about $135 million over six years.

And I highly recommend this piece from @victoriastavish.bsky.social and Natasha Sokoloff about Yale's footprint in the New Haven area and what that means for the city financially
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Who owns CT? Search any address in the state Explore property records by address and see who owns nearly any property in Connecticut.

Also check out this very cool tool @victoriastavish.bsky.social created, where you can see the listed owner of almost any property in the state
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Who owns Connecticut? These 8 properties begin to tell the story Here's a closer look at eight key properties, from tobacco farms and apartment complexes to one of America's oldest businesses.

It was fun to be part of this "Who Owns Connecticut" project, looking at some of the properties that tell the state's story, from a tobacco farm to a nature preserve to a 250-year-old inn to Gampel Pavilion
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CT lawsuit seeks to loosen eligibility for intellectual disability benefits The suit was meant to assist one child, but it could wind up help many beyond that.

CT lawsuit seeks to loosen eligibility for intellectual disability benefits
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Connecticut Sun sale raising possible legal concerns for some officials There are now several parties interested in buying the WNBA franchise with little clarity on what happens next.

CT officials say the WNBA might be violating antitrust law in blocking a sale that could keep the Sun in Connecticut.

Do they have a case?
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Dan Haar: CT preparing bid to buy a minority stake in the Connecticut Sun, sources say The state would build a $100 million practice facility even if the Mohegan Tribe were to sell only a part-ownership stake.

Dan Haar: CT preparing bid to buy a minority stake in the Connecticut Sun, sources say
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This year, 99 employees at Whiting Forensic Hospital have missed work due to injuries suffered on the job.

Others have had to work repeated double shifts, leading to what they say are unsafe conditions for staff and patients.

"No one's getting their needs met”
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This year, 99 employees at Whiting Forensic Hospital have missed work due to injuries suffered on the job.

Others have had to work repeated double shifts, leading to what they say are unsafe conditions for staff and patients.

"No one's getting their needs met”
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Happy Labor Day from the Connecticut News Guild!

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Redistricting in Connecticut is different than Texas or California. Here's how it works In 1981, plans were hand-drawn and had to be sent off to the University of Michigan's supercomputer.

With gerrymandering and redistricting in the news, I enjoyed this piece from my colleague Jordan Fenster on how the process works in CT.

I learned a lot.
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Does Hartford have a chance to land the Connecticut Sun? There are challenges, but optimism The WNBA appears skeptical about letting the Sun move to either Hartford or Boston.

Does Hartford have a chance to land the Connecticut Sun? Officials say they're fighting, even as challenges mount www.ctinsider.com/sports/artic...

And of course, we’re not done yet.

We’ve joined with our unionized colleagues in Albany, Austin, Dallas and San Francisco to demand the respect we deserve.

We’ll fight for as long as it takes for Hearst to come to the table and bargain a fair contract!

Six smiling Hearst CT employees wearing beautiful whale t-shirts hold up a mission statement signed by dozens of members

Happy birthday to the Connecticut News Guild!

One year ago today, Hearst CT journalists announced we were forming a union.

Since then, we have withstood the company’s union-busting, won an election with 80% of the vote and become official NewsGuild of NY members.

Hartford, Boston are battling for the WNBA's Connecticut Sun. Here's what to know Connecticut native Marc Lasry is leading a group that could keep the Sun in the state.

Hartford, Boston are battling for the WNBA's Connecticut Sun. Here's what to know
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CT group has competing offer for WNBA's Sun, Lamont says state will 'do what it takes' Lamont confirmed a Connecticut-based bidder has made a competitive offer to buy the WNBA team.

Updated with more details on the CT-based bidder — a group led by billionaire Marc Lasry — and a pitch from Hartford’s mayor.

“From the governor to corporate leaders to the city of Hartford, we're not going to let the Sun go without giving it a real fight."
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CT group has competing offer for WNBA's Sun, Lamont says state will 'do what it takes' Lamont confirmed a Connecticut-based bidder has made a competitive offer to buy the WNBA team.

Updated with more details on the CT-based bidder — a group led by billionaire Marc Lasry — and a pitch from Hartford’s mayor.

“From the governor to corporate leaders to the city of Hartford, we're not going to let the Sun go without giving it a real fight."
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Lamont still fighting to keep WNBA's Sun in Connecticut, says state will 'do what it takes' Lamont confirmed a Connecticut-based bidder has made a competitive offer to buy the WNBA team.

Gov. Lamont isn't giving up on keeping the Connecticut Sun in CT.

He says a local bidder has made a competitive offer and hinted the state could provide funding.

"We're doing everything we can to keep (the team) here in the state."
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Palestinian children have been killed at a rate of more than one child per hour during Israel's war in Gaza.

“A whole classroom of children killed every day for nearly two years,” UNICEF’s executive director said.

Here are some of their stories: wapo.st/3UCiAjn

MTA approves 10 percent increase for Connecticut train riders The 10 percent fare increase for Connecticut Metro-North riders is planned despite public opposition and consistently increased ridership.

MTA approves 10 percent increase for Connecticut train riders. Article below.:
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Former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin to run for Congress, challenging Larson Larson will face a primary challenge for the first time since he was elected to Congress in 1998.

Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin announced his campaign for Congress today, saying Democrats have to "start doing things differently."

Bronin will challenge longtime Congressman John Larson, who says he remains the best candidate for the job.
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“Our goal is simple: to agree to fair contracts so we can continue working hard to inform the communities we cover.”

Minutes ago, more than 290(!) Hearst journalists from across the country sent this letter to our bosses, demanding they treat us with the respect and dignity we deserve.

In CT that means dropping spurious appeals and respecting our rights as unionized employees.

How a Connecticut man rebuilt his life after being wrongfully locked up for 19 years After receiving a $5.3 million settlement from the state, Jackson is looking to build a new life.

Marquis Jackson spent 19 years incarcerated for a crime he didn’t commit.

After receiving a $5.3 million payout from the state, he’s looking forward. But what does his case say about wrongful conviction in CT?
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