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WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Lisa Hagen to discuss her article, “How Jim Himes navigates Congress in ‘unprecedented’ Trump era,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Governor Hochul touts investments in water infrastructure on Long Island. New Haven reaches an agreement with teachers over pay increases and benefits. A plan for a cannabis greenhouse in Riverhead is now in limbo. Plus, how Connecticut’s Himes is using his limited power in Trump’s America.

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.

We’re taking a look at some of the laws that will go into effect in our region this year. Plus, LIPA can extend its contract with PSEG. And Connecticut’s AG sued the Trump Administration 45 times in 2025 -- a look at where some of those cases stand.

WSHU’s Book Critic Joan Baum was curious about the Nobel Prize-winning author for literature, a Hungarian writer whose work has been described as challenging. Joan read a translation of a recent novel, a 400-plus tome filled with particle physics, Angela Merkel, fearful townspeople, Nazis, and Johan Sebastian Bach. Joan discovered a nuanced story with an unconventional style. Demanding yes! But well worth reading.

Governor Hochul backs a plan to limit protests near houses of worship. Wegmans’ use of facial recognition sparks questions about how retailers use biometric data. Plus, an investigation looks into how politics, proximity, and public dollars are colliding in Hartford.

January is peak viewing time for bald eagles in Connecticut. New Haven’s police chief has stepped down amid reports of theft and misuse of funds. Governor Hochul celebrates one year of congestion pricing. Connecticut’s GOP launches the party’s 2026 campaign. Plus, New Yorkers want universal childcare, but does the math add up?

New York Republicans say affordability is their top priority this legislative session. A Hartford protest turned chaotic last night, with one person being hit by a car. Connecticut workers now have one of the highest minimum wages in the country. A Long Island school district ranks among the best in the state. Plus, some New England scientists want you to rethink what’s on your seafood plate.

Senator Murphy says he wants the government to return focus to domestic issues. On the agenda in New York this year -- a crackdown on illegal guns. Avelo Airlines will end deportation flights at the end of the month. Plus, meet the local librarians creating spaces where community comes together.

Our region will see some frigid temperatures and heavy snow this weekend -- what Connecticut and New York are doing to prepare. Plus, a Long Island school district is again getting national attention over a mascot debate. And the latest from WSHU’s Good at Heart.