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Commentator David Bouchier believes that global warming will have political consequences.

Our region reacts to President Biden withdrawing his reelection bid. An audit shows Suffolk approved more than $25 million to help recover from a 2022 ransomware attack. Connecticut has seen a disturbing rise in dog abandonments this summer. And Athena's CEO says they are behind on paying employee health claims.

A lighthouse keeper in Newport, Rhode Island, became nationally famous in the late 1800s for rescuing sailors. Her name was Ida Lewis — and she drew the attention of a sitting president and the early suffragette movement.

A Mystic company will keep a close eye on cycling this Olympics. A bill protecting kids on social media heads to a vote in the U.S. Senate. Riverhead will place armed guards in its public schools this fall. A new bill would permanently extend the World Trade Center Health Program. And the latest from WSHU’s Off The Path.

FEMA money will help bolster Suffolk County saltwater marshes. Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro reacts to recent Republican messaging on abortion. Governor Hochul announces a drop in Long Island crime. And a new poll finds most Connecticut residents support offshore wind.

Policymakers urge Connecticut to include youth voices in its plans to fight climate change. Governor Hochul reveals an extreme heat action plan. Former Suffolk DA Thomas Spota is released from prison early. New Haven’s Fair Rent Commission rejects a city tenant's union claim. And the latest from WSHU's Off the Path.

An audit finds Connecticut failed to promptly investigate a wave of unpaid wage complaints. Governor Hochul faces more lawsuits related to congestion pricing. A former Connecticut College sailor goes for gold! The spotted lantern fly returns to our region. And there’a a new exhibit to check out at Mystic Seaport Museum.

Commentator David Bouchier suspects that the end of the world has been delayed too often.

Connecticut officials announce funding for a coastal resiliency project for Hammonasset Beach State Park. Suffolk County is being sued by a group of parents over its bus camera program. Experts say Connecticut is experiencing record heat this summer. East Haven police say they’ve been the target of random violent attacks this week. And this SUNY program is on a mission to introduce New York City kids to the great outdoors.

Connecticut Democrats rally in support of the Harris-Walz presidential ticket. An announcement of New England offshore wind contracts has been postponed. Two towns in our region make a list of the country’s best for families. And the unique way one Long Island town controls its tick population.