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Commentator David Bouchier talks about the fall of meritocracy.

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.

Suffolk residents were pretty good about preserving water this summer. Lawmakers from our region call for a federal study of Plum Island. Could New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart announce a run for governor? Plus, Connecticut’s AG prepares for possible legal challenges regarding the presidential election.

Rescue workers from our region will assist with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Pandemic-era federal funding for schools expires today. East Coast dock workers say they’ll strike if they can’t reach a new contract with their employers. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Long Story Short.

In the latest installment of author Claudia Riess’ art-history murder-mystery series, Dying for Monet a coveted Monet still life goes missing and the art dealer selling the work is found dead. WSHU’s Culture Critic Joan Baum read it. Here's her review.

The Town of Oyster Bay needs volunteers for a shell recycling program at the upcoming Oyster Fest. Connecticut officials want towns to ramp up plans for resilience projects. The MTA announces a $68 billion five-year improvement plan. Nearly 60 new laws will take effect in Connecticut next week. Plus, new information is released on the fatal bus crash involving Farmingdale high schoolers.

Nassau County officers won’t face criminal charges for a car crash nearly two years ago that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. A New England-based dolphin stranding response team says it’s having the busiest season in 26 years of operation. Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection awarded four cities and towns with remediation grants. And, the history behind decades of famous dogs from Connecticut.

A Norwalk couple plans to turn Manresa Island into a public park. A new study shows an increasing risk of flooding on Long Island’s south shore. Connecticut has the fastest growing economy in New England, according to state officials. Nassau schools have received at least 80 threats this year alone. And a group of theater students take their production from Sacred Heart to Scotland!

Connecticut could be among the last in the country to allow no-excuse absentee voting. Jewish communities across Long Island prepare to mark one year since the October 7th attack on Israel. Officials say Connecticut has some of the highest pension debt in the country. And a conversation with Orchestra Lumos, kicking off its performance season this weekend.

Connecticut finished last fiscal year with a budget surplus… again. Candidates for New York’s second congressional district debated last night. Two Connecticut prisoners have ended their hunger strike. And, it’s national coming out day.