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Ex-CT school building official will testify in his own corruption case, defense lawyer says

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 1d

Ex-CT school building official will testify in his own corruption case, defense lawyer says www.ctpost.com/news/article...

Gov. Ned Lamont was subpoenaed Thursday and ordered to appear Oct. 21 at 9:15 a.m.

Jury selected in federal corruption trial of Kosta Diamantis, ex-head of CT school construction

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 5d

Jury selected in federal corruption trial of Kosta Diamantis, ex-head of CT school construction www.ctinsider.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

"I no longer trust the Department of Justice or the FBI," said a retired banker from Westport who was not selected.

LGBTQ youth housing program is ending after Ohio Department of Health grant is not renewed • Ohio Capital Journal

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Ohio Capital Journal @ohiocapitaljournal.com · 5d

A program that has helped provide housing to more than 50 central Ohio LGBTQ+ youth who were experiencing homelessness is ending.

Kaleidoscope Youth Center’s Housing Program is closing after it was not renewed for a grant from the Ohio Department of Health.

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 9d

Jane Goodall, ethologist and conservationist, has died. She was 91

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 9d

Federal government shutdown means CT could tap $6.3 billion reserve fund for resident, worker aid www.ctpost.com/connecticut/...

Federal government shutdown means CT could tap $6.3 billion reserve fund for resident, worker aid

"It is not our first rodeo, but these guys in Washington have got to get their act together," Gov. Ned Lamont said.

CT officials say federal cuts, shutdown, expiring tax breaks could raise cost of EVs, renewables

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 10d

CT officials say federal cuts, shutdown, expiring tax breaks could raise cost of EVs, renewables www.ctpost.com/connecticut/...

"I got a Tesla. ... I spend more money in electric costs than I would have with gas," said Rep. Tom O'Dea, R-New Canaan.

How 190-foot poles and power lines have turned into one of CT's biggest controversies

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 10d

In case you missed it-How 190-foot poles and power lines have turned into one of CT's biggest controversies www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/...

Bridgeport's gritty downtown and the posh Southport section of Fairfield have a common foe in a battle to keep a utility from taking away private property.

Some CT towns use state law to delay, discourage affordable housing, developer says

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 17d

Some CT towns use state law to delay, discourage affordable housing, developer says www.ctpost.com/politics/art...

A Stamford-based developer called for automatic approval if town planning commissions fail to act within 90 days.

Federal judge lifts Trump’s halt of nearly finished Revolution Wind farm project for CT, RI

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 17d

In case you missed it. Federal judge lifts Trump’s halt of nearly finished Revolution Wind farm project for CT, RI www.ctinsider.com/politics/art...

Revolution Wind's huge blades and turbines will soar 900 feet over the ocean 23 miles southeast of Connecticut.

Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns amid controversy

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 21d

updated-Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns amid controversy www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

The resignation came the day after House Minority Leader Vincetn Candelora asked for a House investigation.

Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns 'after deep reflection'

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · 21d

Embattled Connecticut utility regulator Marissa Gillett abruptly resigns 'after deep reflection' www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

The PURA chairwoman became a political lightning rod this year with criticism from minority Republicans as well as the utility industry.

The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram: Inside a Global Online Hate Network

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ProPublica @propublica.org · 25d

In March, we reported on how two leaders of a white supremacist network allegedly helped create a detailed hit list of U.S. politicians, execs, academics and others, according to court documents.

Each entry included a photo of the target and their home address.

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How a cadre of white supremacists used the loosely moderated social media platform Telegram to inspire lethal violence — until authorities took them down.

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Sep 9

Connecticut's federal judges bypass Senate confirmation and appoint Sullivan to full U.S. Attorney www.ctpost.com/politics/art...

Connecticut's federal judges bypass Senate confirmation and appoint Sullivan to full U.S. Attorney

Sullivan lost the 5th Congressional District race in 2020 to U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes by 192,484 votes to 151,988.

Connecticut leaders push for deal on affordable housing amid ongoing stalemate

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Sep 8

Connecticut leaders push for deal on affordable housing amid ongoing stalemate www.ctinsider.com/politics/art...

"Listen: Bring us to the table. Let's knock out things we can agree on," said state Rep. Tony Scott, R-Trumbull.

'Catastrophic:' CT's social services chief warns of impact of Trump's cuts to Medicaid, SNAP

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Sep 5

'Catastrophic:' CT's social services chief warns of impact of Trump's cuts to Medicaid, SNAP www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

The state's top social services administrator says it's crucial that recipients understand the deadlines for applications.

CT has 'epidemic' rate of kids being trafficked for sex, DCF chief says

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Aug 28

CT has 'epidemic' rate of kids being trafficked for sex, DCF chief says www.ctpost.com/politics/art...

Within two months of a recent audit, the state child welfare agency finally upgraded its computer systems.

The flood damage was catastrophic. Connecticut is still rebuilding a year later

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Aug 18

The flood damage was catastrophic. Connecticut is still rebuilding a year later www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #CTPolitics

Parts of Southbury and Oxford received as much as 12 inches of rain on August 18, 2024.

Pam Bondi writes letter to Connecticut about sanctuary status: 'This ends now'

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Aug 15

Breaking-Pam Bondi writes letter to Connecticut about sanctuary status: 'This ends now' www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

Six Connecticut cities were previously accused of being sanctuary jurisdictions.

Republican state Sen. Ryan Fazio declares run for Connecticut governor

Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Aug 14

Republican state Sen. Ryan Fazio declares run for Connecticut governor www.ctinsider.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

Fazio said he worked “several years” as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, which was defunded by President Donald Trump.

Factories from GE to Kraft Heinz lose immigrant workers, stressing those who remain

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NPR @npr.org · Aug 11

Trump campaigned on helping American workers through his immigration policies. Now that he's revoked work authorization for thousands of immigrants, those left behind are feeling taxed by their absence.

Trump campaigned on helping American workers through his immigration policies. Now that he's revoked work authorization for thousands of immigrants, those left behind are feeling taxed by their absence.

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Raw Story @rawstory.com · Jul 10

The internet erupted on Wednesday after a bombshell report by CNN revealed that Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem waited three days before approving disaster aid for Texas after the deadly Kerr County flood.

'Bottom of the barrel': Internet torches Kristi Noem over 3-day disaster delay

The internet erupted on Wednesday after a bombshell report by CNN revealed that Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem waited three days before approving disaster aid for Texas after the deadly Kerr County flood. CNN reported on Wednesday, citing four anonymous sources, that the Feder...

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · Jul 9

An Illinois woman wounded in a shooting is suing the dealership that sold the gun, alleging it was purchased on behalf of someone who could not legally own a firearm.
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Woman shot leaving far suburban graduation party sues gun dealer

The gun used in the shooting was purchased by a 21-year-old woman on behalf of her 18-year-old boyfriend, and employees should have been able to recognize the signs of a “straw purchaser,” according to the lawsuit.

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Jul 9

Three Connecticut Democrats file potential primary documents against sitting members of Congress www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

Three Connecticut Democrats file potential primary documents against sitting members of Congress

Haitian-born Ruth Fortune, a Hartford lawyer and school board member, looks to oust U.S. Rep. John Larson.

Veteran Connecticut state representative files possible primary challenge to Gov. Ned Lamont

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Ken Dixon @kendixonct.bsky.social · Jul 9

Veteran Connecticut state representative files possible primary challenge to Gov. Ned Lamont www.ctpost.com/politics/art... #CTPolitics

State Rep. Josh Elliot of Hamden, in his fifth term, is a deputy speaker of the House and majority caucus co-chair.