During our monthly check-in with CSCU Chancellor Terrence Cheng, we learned enrollment is significantly up compared to last year. What is driving the uptick ahead of the new academic year for Connecticut State community colleges and state universities? We also found out about new programs being offered on CSCU campuses this fall.
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State election officials are investigating Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber and State Representative Jennifer Leeper. The investigation is over the use of the town Instagram account and claims that there were posts promoting political campaigns on the town account. The complaint was filed by Republican Town Committee Chair Laura Devlin who joined the show for more on this.
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Lisa Wexler answers listener calls about legal options for people with Schizophrenia and how best to protect assets of elderly parents.
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New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her thoughts on the recent utility bill increases that are shocking CT residents.
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Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Southern Connecticut State University Political Science and Urban Affairs Professor Dr. Jonathan Wharton to Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” to chat about the selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the vice-presidential nominee for the Kamala Harris 2024 campaign (00:34), while Paul added a few of his own thoughts as well (10:28). Hearst Connecticut Media columnist and senior editor Dan Haar dropped by to chat about the controversy surrounding rising electric bills in the state (21:52)
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The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage and needs your help. American Red Cross Connecticut Regional Executive, Richard Branigan, explained how we got to this crisis level and how dire the situation really is.
To donate blood or platelets: Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
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There’s a new product attracting young people to nicotine: pouches! These harmful products join the already popular, dangerous e-cigarettes and flavored vaping products sold across the country. We spoke with Yolanda Richardson, President and CEO of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, to get the latest stats on youth addiction to nicotine and how to crack down on the problem.
For more information:Tobaccofreekids.org
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A lot of Connecticut residents are fuming after getting their July electric bill. Eversource customers are seeing increases in what’s called the “public benefits” portion of their bill and they are substantial! So, why the stark uptick and who’s to blame? Vice President of Rates and Regulatory Requirements at Eversource, Doug Horton, joined the show for more.
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