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Former CT chief state's attorney Colangelo fined in ethics case Richard Colangelo Jr., CT's former chief state's attorney, was fined $7,000 for allegedly hiring the daughter of Konstantinos Diamantis.

Former CT chief state's attorney Colangelo fined in ethics case ctmirror.org/2025/08/04/r...

Thousands of CT residents might be drinking water from lead pipes Up to 8,000 lead service lines could still be supplying CT residences and other properties. This data is the first public look at the scope.

There's a link to a database where you can enter your address and find out if it's known to be served by lead water pipes (if you're hooked up to a municipal system). ctmirror.org/2025/07/27/c...

CT Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan charged with shoplifting State Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan said his arrest on a shoplifting charge was due to his failure to scan two items at a Target store in Bethel.

CT Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan charged with shoplifting ctmirror.org/2025/06/24/c...

Police: White powder mailed to CCSU president An envelope containing white powder was mailed to the home of Central Connecticut State University President Zulma Toro on Friday.

Police: White powder mailed to CCSU president ctmirror.org/2025/06/07/c...

CT Gov. Ned Lamont 'more inclined' to seek 3rd term in 2026 Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that economic uncertainties and political chaos only increase the chances that he will seek a third term.

Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that economic uncertainties and political chaos only increase the chances that he will seek a third term. ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/n...

Despite key bills' passage, legislative session ends on sour note A number of bills passed in the waning hours of CT's 2025 legislative session, but many more died, and there were a few twists along the way.

More drama, and outstanding photography from the session ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/c...

CT lawmaker cites sexually explicit language during budget debate A book-banning provision within the CT budget prompted a lawmaker to read sexually explicit material on the House floor during debate.

This story got weirder tonight ctmirror.org/2025/06/03/c...

CT budget: House’s $55.8B spending plan invests in children The House is poised to adopt a budget that scales back increases to health care providers, reforms ‘fiscal guardrails’ and invests in children

The proposed CT budget has a few surprises and some things left somewhat undefined. Some people aren't happy. ctmirror.org/2025/06/02/c...

Connecticut Legislature Approves Towing Law Reforms The reforms, which came in response to an investigation by CT Mirror and ProPublica, make it harder to tow vehicles from private property.

This soon-to-be-law is due to the hard work of @ctmirror.org journalists, primarily Dave Altimari, @ginnymonk.bsky.social, @shahrzadrasekh.bsky.social and editor Beth Hamilton. It's good when journalism makes a real difference. ctmirror.org/2025/05/30/c...

CT budget fight hinges on cutting higher ed reserves Legislative leaders could resolve the budget dispute with Gov. Ned Lamont by making CT public colleges and universities tap their reserves.

They might have found the money they were looking for ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/c...

Former CT Gov. John Rowland pardoned by Donald Trump Rowland, the twice-convicted former governor of Connecticut, said he was “humbled and appreciative” Wednesday after learning he was pardoned.

Trump pardons 'humbled' John G. Rowland, former CT governor ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/j...

Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill The bill is an attempt to tackle zoning, transit-oriented development, parking policy and homelessness. A vote is now planned for Tuesday.

Vote anticipated Tuesday.

Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...

CT House approves bill overhauling state's towing laws The bill would make it harder to tow vehicles from private property in CT and easier for drivers to retrieve their vehicles after a tow.

A lot of hard work from CT Mirror reporters led to the story that inspired this bill.

CT House approves bill overhauling state's towing laws ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...

Teachers arrested at CT Capitol after rally for education funding The apprehensions took place following a rally of teachers who are seeking more per-pupil funding for CT school districts.

Teachers arrested at CT Capitol after rally for education funding ctmirror.org/2025/05/21/t...

CT plan to regulate movie theater start times is abandoned, for now An infamous CT bill that would have required movie theaters to publish more accurate start times now calls only for a study of the issue.

Lawmakers back off plan to regulate movie start times, for now ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...

CT bill targeting insurance affordability, transparency clears Senate The sweeping bill is designed to address industry practices that critics say limit patients’ access to care, including mental health care.

CT Senate passes bill to boost insurance affordability, transparency ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...

Bethany first selectwoman to resign after scathing report Paula Cofrancesco was accused of mishandling reports that children were sexually abused while attending town-run camp programs.

Laura did some terrific reporting on this story back in November. Here's the latest:
Bethany first selectwoman to resign after scathing report ctmirror.org/2025/05/19/b...

CT House narrowly votes to decriminalize 'magic mushrooms' The bill reduces the penalty for illegally possessing less than half an ounce of psilocybin to a $150 fine for a first offense.

CT House narrowly votes to decriminalize 'magic mushrooms' ctmirror.org/2025/05/19/c...

CT Senate moves to curb independence of elections watchdog Under the bill, legislators whose campaign finances are overseen by the SEEC would approve the appointment of its executive director.

CT Senate moves to curb independence of elections watchdog ctmirror.org/2025/05/21/c...

Lots of interesting legislative priorities appear during the last few weeks of the session. Here's one: ctmirror.org/2025/05/19/c...

CT 2025 legislative session bill tracker: Follow status of legislation CT Mirror’s 2025 legislative session bill tracker is a tool to help you follow legislation as it works its way through the process.

Here's the CT Mirror's bill tracker for the rest of the session. Bookmark it! ctmirror.org/2025/05/20/c...

Chris Ziogas indicted; Kosta Diamantis expected to face judge soon Chris Ziogas is charged with conspiring to have a 2020 audit of Helen Zervas' practice cancelled. Kosta Diamantis could face similar charges.

We've been working on this story for years. Looks like Kosta will be indicted this afternoon. ctmirror.org/2025/02/28/k...

CT could play outsized role in Trump political battle over raw milk CT is one of the easiest states in which to buy raw milk, which many experts say offers no health benefits and can be dangerous to consume.

Great reporting this (and every) week from everyone at the @ctmirror.org. Check Jan's story on the political implications of raw milk: ctmirror.org/2024/12/22/c...

Opinion | How much abuse can a local newspaper reporter take? Republicans claim Tom Lisi’s reporting is lies to promote a liberal agenda. How should he respond?

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Ahead Functional Mushrooms · EP · 2024 · 5 songs

A new Functional Mushrooms EP is in the wild. Check it out. open.spotify.com/album/7oHcrc...

Lamont mulling outside investigation of vehicle misuse by his staff Gov. Ned Lamont's chief of staff used a state vehicle for "personal errands," and another vehicle was often driven over 90 mph.

Someone drove a state vehicle at 113 mph ctmirror.org/2024/12/04/c...

Internal investigation uncovers collusion in CT state police hiring An internal affairs report found state employees colluded to hire Aimee Plourde for a high-ranking role. She resigned after an investigation.

She had the interview questions in advance ctmirror.org/2024/12/04/c...

A floral arrangement and the official portrait of Gov. M. Jodi Rell were placed Monday on the ground floor of the CT Capitol where she will lie in state from 10 am to 2 pm Tuesday. She died at 78.

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CT election results: State saw a shift toward Republicans in 2024 Some Connecticut towns are still counting election results, but one thing is clear: CT's reputation as a blue-hued state turned slightly red.

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