CT: Consumer
CT legacy admissions bill to be voted on by state Senate
Connecticut's State Senate will take up a bill that would address legacy admissions at its public and private colleges and universities. Senate Bill …
Report: Cryptocurrency and investment scams rising in CT, US
A new report finds scams in Connecticut and nationwide are rising. The Better Business Bureau's 2023 Risk Report noted 762 scams were reported in …
New tool examines CT child care access, plans of action
A new tool is examining child care availability in Connecticut. United Way of Connecticut's tool shows the actual number of offered child care …
CT senior advocates host series about scam prevention
Today is the first day of AARP Connecticut's new series addressing scams and fraud. As scams become more complex, it can be harder to notice the …
Public hearing for CT gas companies' proposed rate hikes
Today is the final public hearing for Connecticut ratepayers to comment on two proposed rate increases for gas utilities. Connecticut Natural Gas …
Audiencia pública escucha sobre aumentos de tarifas por compañías de gas
Hoy [viernes] es la audiencia pública final para que los contribuyentes de Connecticut comenten sobre dos aumentos de tarifas propuestos para los…
K-12 enrollment declining in Connecticut schools
School enrollment has declined statewide in Connecticut. State education data shows between 2018 and 2023, statewide enrollment was down more than 17…
Ozempic scams increase with weight loss drug’s popularity
High-demand products are usually big targets for scammers, and weight-loss drug Ozempic is no exception. Scams across the U.S. are being reported …
Tarifas de las compañías eléctricas de CT aumentan en 2024
A partir de 2024, los contribuyentes de Connecticut pueden esperar un aumento en sus facturas de electricidad. El lunes entrarán en vigor nuevas …
CT electric companies' rates increase in 2024
Beginning in 2024, Connecticut ratepayers can expect an increase in their electricity bills. New electricity supply rates will go into effect …
CT residents struggle with medical debt despite available financial aid
Health care advocates said too often medical patients in Connecticut who are eligible for financial aid to help cover the cost of their care are not i…
CT man accused of WI ‘grandparents scam’
A Connecticut man has been indicted by a Wisconsin grand jury for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Matthew-Ramos Soto, 26, of Hartford allegedly …