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...

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...

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...

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,...

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.

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...

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...

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...

New England Legal Awards 2025: Q&As With Law Firm of the Year Finalists

Connecticut Law Tribune is proud to recognize these finalists for our 2025 Law Firm of the Year Award. All the honorees will be recognized, and winners of finalist categories announced, at the awards ceremony to be held Oct. 23 at the The Westin...

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...

Connecticut AG sues EPA for ending $7 billion clean energy funding program

Attorney General William Tong signed onto a lawsuit alongside a number attorneys general from across the United States. HARTFORD, Conn — Connecticut joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit against the Environmental...

Connecticut students, high schools can win up to $26K through safe driving video contest

State officials have announced the 17th annual Teen Safe Driving Video Contest, which is hosted by the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles and Travelers. WETHERSFIELD, Conn. — Connecticut teens are being called to create video public service...

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...

Connecticut’s largest Halloween trick-or-treat event is set for next Sunday at Dunkin’ Park

The ballpark in Hartford will host a free community event from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26. Kids 12 years old and younger are invited to join. HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut’s largest Halloween trick-or-treat event is scheduled to occur at...

What Does Connecticut Casual Really Mean For Your Wardrobe

Have you ever heard of 'Connecticut Casual'? I was watching an old episode of The Office, and Steve Carell describes the dress code for a garden party as 'Connecticut Casual'. Is that real? I did the research. According to urbandictionary.com...

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...

FTC Hits the Reset Button on Noncompete Agreements

Noncompete agreements affect about one in five U.S. workers, blocking them from seeking a better job in the industry where they have experience. Despite the fact that millions of workers are currently being restrained by noncompetes, the Federal...

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...

Climate lawyers keep losing. SCOTUS can end their crusade

A federal judge in Montana dismissed a climate lawsuit last week, marking another defeat for a legal strategy that even its backers admit is a backdoor way of pursuing energy policies they can’t get through the legislative process. A case now...

Missing Vermont man found dead in Connecticut River

WESTMORELAND, N.H. (WCAX) - Authorities say a Vermont man who went missing while canoeing on the Connecticut River was found dead Sunday afternoon near his overturned canoe. New Hampshire Fish and Game says conservation officers were notified...