The end of the government shutdown meant food stamp benefits were restored for millions across the U.S., but about 36,000 Connecticut residents are still at risk of losing access to food assistance due to new eligibility requirements outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Advocates worry the change will mean more families will go […]

Connecticut is stepping up its commitment to investing in quantum technology. The Lamont administration announced it’s pledging up to $121 million dollars to expand quantum infrastructure, workforce, and research capacity. “This is a Silicon Valley-like moment,” Department of Economic and Community Development commissioner Daniel O’Keefe said announcing the investment Nov. 21 at Yale University. “The […]

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday he will run for a third term in office, capping years of speculation surrounding the governor’s intentions for reelection.  “Susan and I are ready to go, absolutely,” Lamont said during an event about affordable housing, referring to Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz. “We’ll have more details on […]

With food insecurity on the rise and changes to programs like SNAP, some Connecticut lawmakers are making a renewed push to pass legislation during the 2026 session that would guarantee universal meals for students across the state, regardless of their school district. Currently, students have access to a mix of free, reduced price and paid meals, depending […]