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The Connecticut Audubon Society calls for limits to pesticide use to protect birds. State grants will help clean up Connecticut’s blighted properties. A handful of public housing complexes on Long Island contain so-called “life-threatening” hazards. An unpopular move by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield to cap anesthesiology coverage will not affect Connecticut. Plus, America’s 250th birthday is still two years away, but there are already plans to throw her a big party!

Over a million dollars was awarded to 15 coastal communities in New York and Connecticut for resiliency projects. Less than 4% of Long Island’s opioid settlement money has been distributed so far. New England’s grid operator says the electric system is prepared for the winter. A look at the expansion of tenants unions in our region. Plus, a working group recommends major changes to how people vote in Connecticut.

Governor Hochul believes there's little President Trump can do about congestion pricing once he takes office. Connecticut transportation officials say wrong-way driving prevention efforts are working. New York’s AG is investigating an incident in Nassau where a pedestrian was hit by a police vehicle. Advocates step up efforts to help Connecticut families at risk of losing their homes. Plus, how scientists are winning the battle against Hydrilla in the Connecticut River.

Long Island’s wild turkeys are thriving thanks to state conservation efforts. Stress and burnout are among the top concerns of Connecticut teachers. An effort in Bridgeport to curb youth violence gets a million dollar boost. A Siena poll reveals New Yorkers’ true feelings about the start of the holiday season. Plus, how Indigenous communities will recognize their ancestors this holiday weekend.

A bereaved college student, a landscaper, and a lawyer form an unexpected love triangle in the debut novel by Connecticut-based writer Diane Parrish, Something Better. WSHU’s Culture Critic Joan Baum says don’t underestimate this debut work that dives deep into love, redemption, and forgiveness.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jessika Harkay to discuss her article, “CT dual credit classes: A ‘huge equalizer’ that isn’t always available,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Commentator David Bouchier is daunted by the annual task of choosing Holiday gifts.

The Fairfield Avenue bridge in Norwalk reopens after a fiery crash earlier this year. A look at shifting Long Island voter registrations. Officials ask residents to keep an eye out for holiday season scams. Plus, a Bridgeport pastor talks gratitude, giving, and getting along!

A Connecticut task force met today on the price of prescription drugs. Senator Gillibrand pushes for funds to help food insecure seniors. Part of a study on veterans with PTSD will take place in our region. Plus, creative passions can make great side hustles!

An infamous icon of Bridgeport’s shoreline will be demolished soon. Suffolk County residents will see a sales tax increase to pay for sewer upgrades. Bridgeport schools need to close a $38 million budget gap. Plus, the MTA’s new congestion pricing plan still faces opposition, especially from commuters from Nassau County.