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Some New York drivers could qualify for congestion pricing exemptions. Connecticut saw a rise in roadway fatalities this year. Resources are available to those in our region struggling with substance abuse this holiday season. Plus, did the topic of raw milk come up at the Christmas dinner table this year?

Commentator David Bouchier offers some good advice from the 18th century.

Governor Lamont gave his State of the State address today. LIPA is switching management companies. Violent crime is down in Connecticut according to state police. ISO New England sees a dip in mid-day power usage. Plus, the cost of living is top of mind for New York lawmakers this session.

A closer look at New York’s new Climate Superfund law. Connecticut’s Pratt and Whitney employees fight for better contracts. Long Island Republicans say they’ll discuss SALT deductions with President-elect Trump. Connecticut commuters are impacted by congestion pricing, too. Plus, Connecticut has one of the shortest windows in the country for tow companies to sell cars.

Suffolk officials sound the alarm on so-called drone activity near the Hamptons. Senator Blumenthal plans to reintroduce the Kids Online Safety Act. The U.S. government confirms an area of Hampton Bays does belong to the Shinnecock Tribal Nation. Plus, a new law in New York bans selling certain clothing with PFAS.

New York’s legislative session begins Wednesday. Bridgeport’s Board of Education will investigate the district’s massive debt. A Connecticut bill would regulate the use of AI in the state. Plus, after years of pushback -- congestion pricing began in New York City yesterday.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimari to discuss his article written with Ginny Monk and Haru Coryne, “Gone in 15 days: How the Connecticut DMV allows tow companies to sell people’s cars,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Real estate website Zillow says Milford, Connecticut was the country’s most popular coastal city with its users in 2024. The LIRR had its best “on time” rate in its history last year. Connecticut Democrats say two major utilities are intimidating lawmakers for rate increases. New York City police make efforts to crack down on toll evasion. Plus, Governor Hochul looks to cut travel times on Metro-North.

A rustic castle on a remote Scottish island. It’s an ideal setting for a literary conference until it all goes horribly wrong. The dramatic death of the conference organizer compels three romance writers to team up and solve a Who-Done-It. WSHU’s Culture Critic Joan Baum read The Authors Guide to Murder.

Connecticut will get a series of federal grants for rail improvements. Long Island lawmakers say they are optimistic about securing more SALT deductions. Homelessness in Connecticut increased 13% last year. Plus, what to expect from Governor Hochul’s State of the State address tomorrow.