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The Wheelhouse

If you’re a news junkie — or maybe just news curious, we’ve got your weekly dose of Connecticut politics, tackling everything from tax cuts to human composting. Amplifying important local and national... Read more

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Horseshoe crabs and shellfish make waves at the State Capitol

Horseshoe crabs and shellfish make waves at the State Capitol

All week long, Connecticut Public’s talk shows are celebrating all things nautical with its first-ever NautiWeek. So, on... Read more

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U.S. Coast Guard covers up sexual assault. Plus, the new kindergarten age cutoff.

U.S. Coast Guard covers up sexual assault. Plus, the new kindergarten age cutoff.

The U.S. Coast Guard is coming under fire for its years-long cover-up of sexual assault. Now, federal lawmakers — includ... Read more

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Blazing the trail: The push to legalize cannabis in Connecticut and across the U.S.

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