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Healthcare Subsidy Showdown: House Republicans Stifle Democratic Efforts

December 17, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, House Republicans recently put a stop to a Democratic push for a swift vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. The move, which took place on a Wednesday, was met with fierce opposition from Democrats, who accused Republicans of cutting off the vote premat

business

Cleaners Get Jobs Back After Long Fight in Hartford

December 16, 2025

A big win for workers in Hartford! After nearly a year of fighting, cleaners who lost their jobs at the Connecticut Science Center are finally getting their jobs back. The deal was made with Burgos Cleaning Services, the new company hired by the science center. The cleaners, who are part of the 32B

politics

Hunter Biden Loses Law License in Connecticut

December 16, 2025

Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, has been stripped of his law license in Connecticut. This decision came after he agreed to the disbarment, following complaints about his past legal troubles. The issues began with federal charges. Hunter was found guilty of lying on a gun purchase f

weather

Winter's Chill Hits NYC: What to Know and How to Stay Safe

December 14, 2025

Winter has arrived in the Tri-State Area, bringing snow and freezing temperatures. The storm started on Saturday night and will last until Sunday afternoon. Weather experts have issued a weather alert for the area. A winter weather advisory is in effect for New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, t

weather

Winter's First Flurry: A Look at Snowfall Across the Tri-State Area

December 14, 2025

The Tri-State area got its first big snowfall of the season. It started late Saturday night and kept going into Sunday morning. The snow amounts varied a lot. Some places got just a little, while others got a lot more. In Central Park, they measured 1. 1 inches of snow. But up in Sparta, New Jersey

health

A Dentist's Journey: From Pulpit to Periodontist

December 13, 2025

John Mankey Riggs, a name not widely known today, was a pioneer in the dental field. Born in Connecticut, he initially set out to become a church minister. However, he switched paths and enrolled at Jefferson Medical College. After a year, he left the college and became an apprentice to dentist Hora

health

Measles Makes a Comeback in Connecticut

December 12, 2025

A measles case has popped up in a Connecticut school, marking the first time in over four years that the state has seen this highly contagious virus. The child, who is not vaccinated and under 10 years old, attended Christian Heritage School in Trumbull. Health officials are working hard to keep eve

crime

Bristol Museum Hit by Major Artifact Heist

December 11, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, four unidentified men broke into the Bristol Museum in southwestern England. They made off with over 600 items from the British Empire and Commonwealth collection. This incident took place in the early hours of September 25th. The police are now on the hunt for these su

technology

The Dark Side of AI: When Chatbots Fuel Dangerous Delusions

December 11, 2025

A tragic event in Connecticut has sparked a legal battle against AI giants OpenAI and Microsoft. The family of Suzanne Adams, an 83-year-old woman, is suing the companies, claiming their chatbot, ChatGPT, worsened her son's mental state, leading to a fatal outcome. Stein-Erik Soelberg, 56, allegedl

sports

Top Women's College Basketball Teams in the USA

December 3, 2025

The latest rankings for women's college basketball teams in the USA are out, and it's clear that some teams are really shining. Connecticut, Texas, and South Carolina are leading the pack, showing strong performances on the court. These teams have been consistent, winning most of their games and ear