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Connecticut’s Homeschool Debate
In the wake of the tragic discovery of an 11-year-old girl’s body in New Britain, many Connecticut officials and commentators rushed to frame the incident as evidence of a “homeschooling crisis.” New information now shows those early claims were...

Connecticut Democrat faces backlash over protest photo with anti-Trump sign
Fox News correspondent Madison Scarpino reports on protesters rallying across the country for the ‘No Kings protest against President Donald Trump on ‘Fox News Live.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Connecticut Democratic state Sen....

Connecticut Backs Planned Parenthood In Legal Fight Over Defunding
Connecticut Hemp Farmer Says State Cannabis Laws Are Discriminatory
A Connecticut hemp farmer has filed a federal lawsuit claiming that the state’s cannabis industry’s licensing rules are discriminatory and unconstitutional, CT Insider reports. The lawsuit takes particular aim at provisions that prioritize social...

Lawsuit over CT highway protests should be dismissed, commissioner says
The state's commissioner of public safety is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed on behalf of protesters who say Connecticut State Police stifled their free speech by breaking up demonstrations on highway overpasses. In a motion...

New Jersey law's blanket ban on assault weapons under jeopardy
Collection of rifles and carbines(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) New Jersey’s strict gun control law is once again under federal scrutiny after gun rights advocates urged an appeals court to review legislation barring the possession of AR-15...

The Top Law Schools For Tax Law (2025)
As the old saying goes, nothing in life is certain except death and taxes — and perhaps that’s why tax lawyers are able to enjoy such fulfilling careers. Tax law is typically considered one of the most sophisticated and prestigious practice areas,...

Fox Tower incident: Law enforcement situation at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Connecticut
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation (MPTN) Police confirmed an active law enforcement situation inside a Fox Tower hotel room at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Monday morning, according to multiple news reports. In a statement issued around 10:30...

Stop & Shop announces $200,000 donation to Connecticut State Colleges to address food insecurity on campuses
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WFSB) - Stop & Shop will announce a $200,000 donation to the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system Tuesday to help address food insecurity on its campuses. The donation, Stop & Shop’s largest gift to CSCU to date,...

How Much Do They Make?? These Reps Help Influencers’ Bring in the Mega Revenue
Lori Arias, Georgia Berger and Matt Teng Select Management Group These three managers have a knack for growing brands: In 2020, Arias orchestrated a partnership between Sarah Cheung and incubator Gloss Ventures to launch SACHEU Beauty. Berger sold...
Islamic Group CAIR’s Lawsuit Against University to Block Antisemitism Course Prompts Derision
(New York Jewish Week) — Greenpoint, Brooklyn is known for many things: its extensive waterfront, a tight-knit Polish community and a vibrant arts scene. One thing it’s not known for: a thriving Jewish community. But that’s rapidly changing. The...

Ghosts, Goblins, and Grown-Up Ghouls: Here’s What’s Happening in Connecticut This Weekend
CONNECTICUT — Halloween weekend has arrived early in Connecticut — and the Nutmeg State is going all out. From lantern-lit ghost tours to owl encounters, beer-filled hangars, and family-friendly bashes, October 24–25 brings spooky fun for every...

When Surplus Lines Brokers Are Off the Hook: Connecticut Department Issues Bulletin on New Diligent Effort Exception
On October 10, 2025, the Connecticut Department of Insurance (the Department) issued Bulletin SL-6 (the Bulletin) to restate the requirements generally applicable to surplus lines placements, and to advise that the diligent effort exception...

A Hartford Lawyer's Decision Shines a Ray of Light
Emily Cousins In the latest lawsuit, Ryan McKeen, Allison McKeen, his wife, and McKeen Law LLC sued Andrew Garza and his firm, Claggett Sykes & Garza, for alleged defamation and violations of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act.

Legal battles in California and Arizona seek federal fund recovery
(The Center Square) – Attorneys general in California and Arizona say their states are getting billions of dollars back in their many lawsuits over what they call the Trump administration's violations of laws and the U.S. Constitution. They say...
Muslim Groups Call on US Lawmakers to Condemn Jewish Rep. Randy Fine for ‘Islamophobic Attack’ on Mamdani
Greenpoint, Brooklyn is known for many things: its extensive waterfront, a tight-knit Polish community and a vibrant arts scene. One thing it’s not known for: a thriving Jewish community. But that’s rapidly changing. The Greenpoint Shul — North...

Chamber seeking small business, leader nominations
BRISTOL — The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is accepting nominations for its Small Business Awards and Emerging Leader recognition, which will be presented at its annual Holiday Party. The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce will...

The Business of Bagels: How New York’s Most Iconic Food Fuels a Culinary Economy
From small bakeries to global brands, New York’s bagel makers are shaping a cultural and culinary economy rooted in tradition and reinvention. Courtesy Utopia Bagels There are few foods more synonymous with New York City than the bagel—a simple...

What happened inside Foxwoods Resorts Casino room? Reports say active law enforcement situation - all details
Synopsis An active law enforcement is continuing in a Fox Tower hotel room at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Police, Connecticut State Police, and Ledyard Police are all reacting. Officials...

Could New Skyscrapers Elevate Connecticut’s Urban Landscape?
The news of someone actually coming up with a plan to build a bridge across Long Island Sound has me thinking. Connecticut needs something massive like that to compete with the giants that we're in between. Here's a way to compete with New York...