Federal vehicle knocks down protester during Renee Good vigil At least one person was knocked down by a federal vehicle during a vigil for Renee Good in Hartford on Thursday, and many were pepper-sprayed.

Federal vehicle knocks down protester during Renee Good vigil in Hartford ctmirror.org/2026/01/08/h...

Republican voter registration is up in CT, especially in the cities The number of registered Republicans voters in Connecticut increased by almost 6%, or more than 26,000 voters, over the course of four years.

Republican voter registration is up in CT, especially in the cities ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...

In CT, finding candidates to run for local office is getting harder Hostile online politics and waning civic engagement — plus the substantial time commitment — have discouraged people from seeking office.

In CT, finding candidates to run for local office is getting harder ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...

Kosta Diamantis trial verdict: TKTKTKTK Konstantinos Diamantis was found guilty of 21 counts of bribery, extortion, conspiracy and lying to federal investigators.

Kosta Diamantis guilty on all charges ctmirror.org/2025/10/22/k...

Judge: Lamont doesn't have to testify in Kosta Diamantis trial A federal judge nixed a plan for Gov. Ned Lamont to testify in the Kosta Diamantis trial, saying his testimony wouldn't be relevant.

Judge: Lamont doesn't have to testify in Kosta Diamantis trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/14/j...

Kosta Diamantis told us whom to hire, 3 witnesses testify in trial On the fourth day of Kosta Diamantis' trial, witnesses said that he steered projects to two contractors who admitted to paying him bribes.

Kosta Diamantis told us whom to hire, 3 witnesses testify in trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/09/k...

Trump threatens to investigate Blumenthal after Pam Bondi clash Clashes between CT's U.S. senators and the Trump administration intensified as battle lines hardened with no movement on the federal shutdown.

Trump threatens Blumenthal with investigation after Bondi dustup ctmirror.org/2025/10/08/t...

CT Board of Ed: Lawmakers say which charter schools get funded Years ago, a charter school only needed approval from the CT Board of Education to begin operating. But in 2015, the legislature stepped in.

CT Board of Ed: Lawmakers say which charter schools get funded ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...

Ned Lamont grilled by liberal group Indivisible at town hall 'I don't shout and get as angry,' the governor said at Thursday's event, hosted by progressive advocacy group Indivisible's Stamford chapter.

Lamont: "Tomorrow that son of a bitch could do something to change the world.” ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/a...

The price of a cup of coffee in CT is up 7.7%. It could be worse. In 2020, the price of a pound of roasted ground coffee in U.S. cities averaged $4.43. In August 2025, prices hit $8.87 per pound.

The price of a cup of coffee in CT is up 7.7%. It could be worse. ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...

U.S. DOJ pushes voter fraud claims from CT group to state agency A CT nonprofit that has filed dozens of unsubstantiated voter fraud allegations now has a powerful new ally: the U.S. Department of Justice.

Busy day at the CT Mirror.
U.S. Justice Dept. pushes voter fraud complaints from CT group ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/c...

Hartford HealthCare bids $86M for 2 CT Prospect Medical hospitals Hartford HealthCare’s offer for Manchester Memorial and Rockville General Hospitals will serve as the minimum bid in the bankruptcy auction.

Hartford HealthCare offers $86M for 2 Prospect Medical CT hospitals ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/h...

Marissa Gillett to resign as PURA chair amid growing scrutiny Gillett was controversial among utilities and lawmakers, and critics accused her of wielding unilateral control over the ratemaking process.

Marissa Gillett to resign, ending turbulent era at PURA ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/m...

Kosta Diamantis trial witness list includes many former CT officials The witness list in Kosta Diamantis' trial on corruption charges includes state employees and people from major CT construction companies.

But one person isn't on the list ...
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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...