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Trump considers replacing Pete Hegseth, his embattled defense secretary pick, with Ron DeSantis; More support needed for over half-million WI family caregivers; Free, unbiased health insurance help available for Ohioans; Fungi help MS farmers unlock 'secrets' of healthy soil.

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GOP Senators voice reservations about Kash Patel, Trump's FBI pick. President Biden continues to face scrutiny over pardoning his son. And GOP House members gear up for tough budget fights, possibly targeting important programs.

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Residents in Colorado's rural communities face challenges to recycling, climate change and Oregon's megadrought are worrying firefighters, and a farm advocacy group says corporate greed is behind high food prices in Montana.

Connecticut

From 2008 to 2022, Connecticut received $337 million from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Report: CT spends RGGI funds on renewable energy

A new report showed how states such as Connecticut are allocating Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative funds. The report from the nonprofit Acadia …

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About 30% of agricultural methane emissions stem from manure storage. The other 70% comes from the digestive systems of livestock. (Adobe Stock)
CT, US take steps to mitigate methane emissions

By Seth Millstein for Sentient Climate.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for Connecticut News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News …

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An Equable Institute report finds Connecticut school districts with smaller pension obligations are likely to have a high percentage of their workforce paid lower salaries at or below $60,000. (Adobe Stock)
Report: CT teacher pension financing creates inequity

A new report shows Connecticut's teacher pension financing reinforces inequity. The Equable Institute's report finds Pupil Pension Subsidies are …

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A Sierra Club report found offshore wind can save New Englanders $630,000,000 annually. (Adobe Stock)
Researchers studying CT’s offshore wind possibilities

Connecticut is the subject of an offshore wind study which aims to identify supply chain opportunities for the state and the Northeast region…

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One of AARP Connecticut's Livable Communities Grants will help build a new parking lot at the flat portion of the Air Line Hiking Trail. It will make a more accessible entrance for hikers of all abilities including the Senior Hiking Club. (Adobe Stock)
AARP awards grants for ‘Livable Community’ projects

AARP Connecticut is awarding funds to seven groups through its Livable Community Grants program. Some projects awarded funding include the new …

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A child's public education costs $19,000 annually in Connecticut, but it can cost $274,000 to imprison a child. (Adobe Stock)
Youth justice reforms a top 2025 priority for Connecticut group

As it advocates for changes to the youth justice system in 2025, a Connecticut group says the state needs to do more to examine and address the root …

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In Connecticut, 818,000 electric vehicles are registered per 100,000 people. Nationally, between 2020 and 2023, EV sales grew from 300,000 to 1.6 million. (Adobe Stock)
Misconceptions keep CT drivers from getting EVs

Misinformation about electric vehicles is keeping more of them from being on Connecticut roads. Owners of the state's more than 31,000 registered …

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There were 938 attempts to censor books across the United States in 2023. Of the 9,021 titles challenged, the most targeted book was
CT, U.S. librarians worried about Project 2025’s implementation

Librarians in Connecticut and nationwide are worried about the ramifications of Donald Trump's second term as president. Some are concerned elements …

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Passing an amendment on no-excuse absentee voting makes Connecticut the 28th state to enact it. (Adobe Stock)
CT voters pass no-excuse absentee voting amendment

Connecticut voters approved an amendment enshrining no-excuse absentee voting in the state's constitution. Passing by a little more than 57% of the …

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A poll from the National Alliance to End Homelessness showed a candidate's stance on homelessness could be a defining factor when people decide who to vote for. (Adobe Stock)
Poll: Homelessness is important issue for CT, US voters

A new poll shows homelessness is an important issue to voters in Connecticut and nationwide. The National Alliance to End Homelessness' latest poll …

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A new survey found 64% of Americans believe an AI deepfake robocall could be convincing enough to affect the outcome of the 2024 election. (Adobe Stock)
CT residents should beware of election-related scams

With the election one day away, people in Connecticut should beware of scammers using the election to steal their personal information. Some …

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A Connecticut Education Association survey found as unhappy as teachers are with the Bridgeport superintendent's work, 92% are fearful of retaliation if they speak out. (Adobe Stock)
Survey: Bridgeport teachers dissatisfied with superintendent’s work

A new survey found Bridgeport teachers lack confidence in the district's superintendent. The Connecticut Education Association's survey comes amid …

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