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A sign made with an old wagon wheel welcomes visitors to Fort Hill Farms in Thompson, May 12, 2023.

Southampton sues the Shinnecock Nation over travel plaza construction. Federal disaster relief is on the way to Connecticut farmers impacted by a hail storm from August. Bridgeport creates a task force to deal with chronic absenteeism. Plus, some big news from WSHU.

Behind the scenes

Commentator David Bouchier takes a peek behind the mall and sees Santa’s elves at work.

Christmas in Connecticut

Some Connecticut lawmakers are calling for the CSCU president to resign. Nassau will begin testing wastewater for illicit drug use. AAA says record-breaking holiday travel is expected to start tomorrow. And if you love Christmas movies, Connecticut is the place to be!

Thank you, Tom!

WSHU staff, past and present, reminisce about working with Tom Kuser and the impressive legacy he leaves. Thank you, Tom!

FILE - Devotees of TikTok, Mona Swain, center, and her sister, Rachel Swain, right, both of Atlanta, monitor voting at the Capitol in Washington, as the House passed a bill that would lead to a nationwide ban of the popular video app if its China-based owner doesn't sell, March 13, 2024. If some U.S. lawmakers have their way, the United States and China could end up with something in common: TikTok might not be available in either country. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Talking tech

The new year brings tighter regulations to Connecticut’s absentee ballot system. New York’s Department of Education proposes more funding to public schools in the next budget. Plus, social media and tech use was a huge topic of conversation this year in our region and at the national level.

Suffolk County continues investigation into cyberattack

Web surfing securely

Connecticut residents can now choose to automatically block online tracking. East Hampton will consider granting $4 million for affordable housing projects. Connecticut and New York receive A grades for gun safety. Plus, a new effort to help local farmers with mental health challenges.

Conversation with Thorgy Thor

Musician and drag queen Thorgy Thor reflects on her time as a young violist growing up on Long Island. The Ronkonkoma native would eventually take her talents to Connecticut, studying music at the University of Hartford.

Exploratory campaign

New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart says she's exploring a run for Governor of Connecticut. New Haven officials will relaunch a plan to improve connectivity on I-91. New York’s AG has sued a developer for allegedly building on protected land in the Pine Barrens. New York lawmakers push for a pay raise for restaurant workers. Plus, Democrats are concerned about the White House’s freeze of federal grants and loans.

Governor Hochul committed to protecting the fundamental freedoms of all New Yorkers as President-elect Trump prepares to take office.

ICE cooperation

Governor Hochul says New York state will cooperate with immigration officials amid mass deportations. The alleged Long Island serial killer was back in court today. Two West Haven police officers were shot in a standoff this morning. Eversource says it’s selling Aquarion Water. Plus, why aging Connecticut residents are finding it harder to pay their premiums for long term care insurance.

FILE - A hen stands next to an egg, Jan. 10, 2023, at a farm in Glenview, Ill. More than 1.3 million chickens are being slaughtered on an Ohio egg farm as the bird flu continues to take a toll on the industry. The outbreak that began in early 2022 has been much less severe this year as fewer cases of the virus are being found among the wild birds that spread it. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley, File)

Tracking bird flu

Long Island has lost its last remaining duck farm to a bird flu outbreak. Governor Lamont meets with Bridgeport teachers amid a state intervention in the district. A new initiative looks to get more Long Island kids interested in marine conservation. Plus, the Trump administration’s sweeping moves on immigration could have wide-reaching effects in Connecticut.

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