Sabrina Garone

Connecticut Republicans want the state to invest more in dairy farms. Stamford high schoolers had planned a walkout for today over a potential principal shakeup. A new report lays out how what’s happening on Wall Street could impact the New York State budget. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Birdsong Break.

Nature’s cutest soundtrack belongs to the Black-Capped Chickadee! These little songbirds are a staple of our region’s forests and woodlands.

Advocates protest in Albany over the governor’s proposed climate law changes. New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker has tapped the acting police chief to take over permanently. Plus, U.S. Representative John Larson faces a primary challenge for the first time in his nearly three decades in office.

Governor Lamont drops his gas tax holiday idea. Senator Gillibrand says federal policies are hurting senior citizens. Regulators approve a controversial deal to sell Aquarion Water Company. Plus, New York nursing homes look for more money from the state.

What does it mean to be a good digital citizen? Connecticut sees a dramatic decrease in overdose deaths. Breaking down a bill in New York on food transparency. Plus, several Connecticut schools have refused visits from Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.

Bird flu has been ripping through Long Island’s East End. Volunteers has collected more than 11,000 pounds of trash during a recent cleanup of our region’s beaches. Connecticut lawmakers advance a handful of bills in response to ICE activity. Plus, it’s the latest from WSHU’s The Making of U.S.

A small bird with big energy -- it’s the Tree Swallow. These little acrobats are one of our region’s earliest spring arrivals! You can spot them near marshes and wetlands, darting through the air catching insects.

A bill from Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro would fund DHS, minus parts dealing with immigration. Connecticut considers putting speed cameras on some highways. An effort in the state would put SNAP benefits back on the table for residents. Plus, meet the twin brothers bringing their community together through classical music.

Connecticut Democrats want to increase funding for public education using an energy tax rebate fund. An effort in New York looks to ban algorithm-based pricing. Wildlife advocates petition New York environmental officials to ban lead ammunition for hunting. Plus, a new law expands protections for Connecticut warehouse workers.

Connecticut will spend $5 million on flood mitigation in Stratford. Nassau Republicans select their candidate for NY-04. A controversial water sale is back before Connecticut regulators. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Long Story Short.