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Commentator David Bouchier finds an inspiring moral in an old Christmas story.

WSHU’s Molly Ingram spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article, “How methadone, other meds are helping to lower CT opioid deaths,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Three former and one current member of the Coast Guard Academy testified in front of the U.S. Senate today over sexual harassment and assault of cadets. Connecticut lawmakers will likely tackle a state police department ticket scandal in the next session. Federal prosecutors are in negotiations to reach a plea deal with George Santos. And how to stay healthy this holiday season!

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas to discuss his article, “New year, new chapter in long fight over CT’s utility regulator,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

The Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford received a bomb threat this morning. Suffolk County officials plan to make sewer expansions a top priority this year. And Northwell Health on Long Island looks to develop new treatments for veterans exposed to burn pits.

Calls to Long Island's domestic violence hotline skyrocketed in 2023. Lawmakers have called for an investigation into United Healthcare Connecticut. A Suffolk County safety program faces controversy and legal challenges. And Governor Lamont looks to expand Connecticut’s Public Utilities regulatory Authority.

Connecticut will get its first significant snowfall in two years this weekend. An investigation finds a Connecticut state agency broke the rules when it issued a contract to a private IT firm. Ed Romaine makes his first executive order as Suffolk County Executive. And advocates are disappointed over a number of bills vetoed by Governor Hochul at the end of the year.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jessika Harkay to discuss her article, “CT districts weigh school consolidation as K-12 enrollment declines,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Environmental advocates have called on Governor Hochul to include a package of bills to help New York meet its climate goals in her executive budget. Advocates want Connecticut to raise taxes on the wealthy to help improve child care in the state. Eversource plans to sell its stake in three offshore wind farms in the region. And is it time for Connecticut schools to consolidate?

A plan to connect all Connecticut residents to high speed internet is faced with federal funding issues. Bookhaven Landfill will remain open, at least for the time being. A new report recommends New Haven close a handful of schools. And what we can expect from Governor Hochul’s state of the state address.