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After ‘rate shock,’ Eversource says it backs plan to review how CT sets electric rates
The state’s biggest utility says it supports a comprehensive review of the way electric rates are set in Connecticut, but questioned whether regulators have the legal authority to roll back the already approved rate increases generating widespread protests among consumers. Eversource also said in a filing with utility regulators that, in combination with the rate increase, “record-setting heat ...
In Connecticut, U.S., respiratory illnesses on the rise
Aug. 16—COVID-19, whooping cough and another respiratory illness associated with children's red cheeks have been spiking in Connecticut and other states across the country, public health officials say. On Friday, Dr. Manisha Juthani, commissioner of the state Department of Public Health, said an August uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases has occurred earlier than anticipated. Although the ...
New magazine touts Connecticut farms and markets
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — A new magazine hopes to boost the state’s farms, foods and markets. “Connecticut Grown” will be released annually. “We want people to use this magazine as a resource so you can familiarize yourself with farms, not just in your home area, but across the state, because the summer and fall are […]
Parvo cases increasing in Connecticut children
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is putting out a warning to parents about an increase in parvovirus among children. In Connecticut, 40% of children between the ages of 5 and 9 are getting the virus, according to Sonya Barrs, who works at Yale New Haven Health’s Pawcatuck office. […]
Arguments made in a 2020 Title IX case against the Connecticut Association of Schools regarding trans athletes
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Arguments were made on Friday in a Connecticut District Court for a Title IX case against the Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS). A group of four Connecticut cisgender female runners filed a case against the CAS in 2020, saying it was unfair for them to compete against trans competitors. The case […]
Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Friday, August 16th
6:00. Our system is broken. 6:20. The Top 10 snacks from our childhood with AJ. 6:40. Ian Gillan of Deep Purple describes the making of one of the greatest rock songs ever. 7:00. The Wallingford Mayor chimes in on the electric rates. 7:20. Dumb Ass News. A man allegedly shot...
USS Idaho, cutting-edge nuclear submarine, launches after years of construction
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The USS Idaho, a state-of-the-art nuclear-powered submarine, has launched from a shipyard in Connecticut. Construction on the Virginia-class submarine began in 2017. CBS2 reported two years ago about the USS Idaho when a new Randall Leslie was named the new commander of the submarine. After...
Desmond’s Army offering $5K reward for info on dog abandoned in Wallingford
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Desmond’s Army announced Thursday they’re offering a $5,000 reward for information on a senior dog abandoned at the Wallingford dog park on Tuesday. The animal law advocates say the information must lead to the arrest and prosecution of the person(s) responsible for the condition and abandonment of the shepherd. ‘Skin and […]
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