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Commentator David Bouchier looks ahead to 2026 and sees nothing clearly.

Crews are still working on major water main fixes in Waterbury. It’s been almost one year since New York enacted congestion pricing. An iconic Connecticut restaurant is about to go nationwide. Plus, a Stefanik campaign insider discusses her decision to leave the race for governor of New York.

The minimum wage in both Connecticut and New York will get a bump on January 1. New York is changing how child abuse reports are made. New research finds migrating birds will arrive in our region earlier this upcoming spring. Plus, the latest from WSHU's Good at Heart.

The saga over taller monopoles in Fairfield County continues. Brookhaven officials vote to close the controversial Holtsville Zoo. New research shows coastal flooding in our region could spell trouble for public health. Plus, a conversation with WSHU music host Lauren Rico.

In Mark Rubinstein’s latest thriller, Season of Fear, an escaped psychotic animal killer is on the loose in Bridgeport, Connecticut. One of his human targets is Dr. John Randall, the psychiatrist who gave the psych analysis at his trial. The terrorism takes its toll on Randall and his family. To cope, the doctor and his wife turn to alcohol and pharmaceuticals. But that opens up another world of hurt. WSHU’s Book Critic Joan Baum says it’s a chilling read.

Governor Lamont says he will sign a controversial housing bill passed by state lawmakers last week despite pushback. A new law in New York will protect veterans from scammers. A Bridgeport city councilman has been arrested for a fourth time. Plus, a conversation with SUNY Chancellor John King.

Former New Britain mayor Erin Stewart officially launches a campaign for Connecticut governor. While SUNY enrollment is up, its number of international students is down. The unique way one Long Island village will now take complaints from residents. Plus, an effort to ban AI marketing to kids.

Commentator David Bouchier wonders what stories will be told around the Thanksgiving table this year.

About 12 million dollars in new grants will power dozens of projects in the Long Island Sound watershed. Bridgeport’s newly elected city council is without a leader. Stony Brook University will expand a farm-to-classroom training program in Southampton. Connecticut officials want to hear from residents about bear sightings. Plus, did you know that our region is home to a nationally renowned soy sauce?