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Governor Hochul lays out how the state budget helps Long Islanders. Senator Murphy says he wants to block arm sales to countries that do business with the Trump family. A new report finds a rise in antisemitism in Connecticut schools. Plus, how one local hospital puts an emphasis on mental health crisis care.

Commentator David Bouchier considers the many things we may or may not remember on Memorial Day.

Eric Milnes is a professional instrumentalist and conductor who is also deeply committed to teaching and to fostering amateur talent. Eric Milnes spoke with Suzanne about his many musical projects.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ginny Monk to discuss her article, “From an old ambulance, they help the growing homeless population,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

A conversation with globally renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma. But first, Rockville General will close all but two services. Suffolk Police shut down five Long Island businesses related to illegal marijuana sales. And Pratt and Whitney machinists end their strike.

Consider the humble insect. These tiny, multi-legged creatures of infinite variety are all around us. They’re also more vital to life on Earth than we humans realize. Author Peter Kuper explores the world of insects and the scientists who study them in his new illustrated book, Insectopolis. Book critic Joan Baum has this review.

Long Island lawmakers denounce a law moving elections to even years. A Connecticut bill would give state control to town-run summer camps. New York homeland security officials warn parents about a dangerous new TikTok trend. Plus, WSHU heard from you about your climate concerns.

Lawmakers from Connecticut confront RFK Jr. at hearings over the HHS budget. Long Island lawmakers hold out for SALT. The EPA announces it’ll roll back limits on PFAS in Long Island waters. Plus, these little fish will have access to their historical breeding grounds for the first time in centuries.

Connecticut Democrats and the governor are at odds over a Medicaid deficit. SUNY will expand access to associate degree programs. A new report shows food insecurity in Connecticut has continued to rise since COVID. Plus, a group of Long Islanders are on a mission to uncover a piece of hidden history.

The grades are in for our region’s beaches from Save the Sound. Connecticut’s clean energy industry is the fastest growing in the Northeast. Bridgeport officials meet today to discuss the future of that infamous smoke stack. Plus, more medical professionals are turning to social prescribing.