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New legislation looks to crack down on street takeovers. Former Congressman Anthony D’Esposito has been nominated for a spot in the Trump administration. Plus, a new wildlife documentary follows migratory birds from our region and beyond.

Commentator David Bouchier offers some history to help us make sense of April Fools’ Day tomorrow.

New Haven will build a new compost facility amid a state-wide waste crisis. Hearings began today over DNA evidence related to the Long Island serial killer case. Officials remind residents to be vigilant as we head into tick season. Plus, the Metropolitan Opera comes to Fairfield.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Laura Tillman to discuss her article, “Will Lamont’s universal pre-K plan prevail?” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Job cuts at an energy assistance program could impact 200,000 Connecticut residents. A new poll shows the cost of food and housing are top concerns for Long Islanders. An MS-13 leader was arrested in Nassau County this week. Plus, will Governor Lamont’s plan for universal pre-K prevail?

Spelling words in English can be confusing. Many have been baffled by it. And many have tried to simplify the process. In his new book, author Gabe Henry shares a brief 500 year history of those attempts to make spelling easier. Book critic Joan Baum has this review.

Governor Lamont wants to cut Connecticut's digital media tax credit from 30 to 25 percent. Our region joins other states in suing the Trump administration over public health grants. The latest on budget negotiations in New York. An investigation is underway into an officer-involved shooting in Bridgeport. Plus, a look at the nonprofit that’s helping women find work, and find themselves along the way.

Green energy groups lay out their agenda for Long Island. A Connecticut bill to protect the state’s healthcare system gets mixed reviews. About 40% of home care patients in New York still haven’t taken advantage of a new payment program. Plus, Governor Lamont and lawmakers are at odds over Medicaid-covered GLP-1s.

New York launches a new competition to engage birdwatchers. Two Connecticut healthcare giants are fast approaching their contract negotiation deadline. New York officials make progress on the cleanup of Bethpage Community Park. Plus, the Connecticut theater helping adults with disabilities.

Commentator David Bouchier pays tribute to a comic genius.