2022 Connecticut Governor Election

Government Shutdown Threatens Food Aid Program Relied on by Millions of Families

A food aid program that helps more than 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money within two weeks unless the government shutdown ends, forcing states to use their own money to keep it afloat or risk it shutting down, experts say.Government Shutdown · United States See the Story

Jury Finds Kosta Diamantis Guilty on All 21 Counts in Federal Trial

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BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A jury has found Konstantinos "Kosta" Diamantis, Gov. Ned Lamont's former state deputy budget director, guilty on all 21 counts of bribery, extortion and making false statements in his federal trial. TV EXCLUSIVE: Kosta Diamantis remains defiant as jury continues deliberations in federal trial Counts 1 and 2 | Extortion by Wrongful Use of Fear or Under Color of Official Right: Guilty Counts 3 and 4 | Bribery: Gu…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Gov. Lamont names new PURA chairman

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News 8 livestreamed the press conference, which can be watched in the video player above. HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Governor Ned Lamont Monday announced he's nominating four new people to serve as commissioners of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), including a new chairman. He made the announcement during a press conference at the Connecticut State Capitol at 1 p.m. Connecticut’s top utility regulator resigns Each nominee wil…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Connecticut leaders announce fund to supplement federal cuts in health and human services

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Top Connecticut government leaders met Monday morning to detail the state’s “response fund,” a $500 million allocation meant to offset millions of dollars…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Connecticut State Rep. Kevin Ryan Dies

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A Connecticut state representative who served the 139th Assembly District died Sunday, according to the New London Democratic Town Committee.Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Connecticut Allocates $70 Million to Shield Families From Healthcare Cost Increases

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Connecticut lawmakers allocated $70 million in state money to protect low- and middle-income families from rising healthcare costs.Ned Lamont · Connecticut See the Story

Connecticut’s Lamont Concerned Mamdani May Dull NY Finance Edge

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Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said he’s a “little bit” worried about the potential impact on his state should fellow Democrat Zohran Mamdani win the mayor’s race in New York City and follow through on his agenda. Lamont acknowledged concerns from the finance industry about Mamdani in an interview with Bloomberg Television at the Greenwich Economic Forum. Connecticut serves as a hub to the hedge fund industry and is home to many commuters. “New…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Memorial Ride Planned in New Britain for 12-Year-Old Girl Killed

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NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) -- A memorial ride is planned in New Britain on Friday for 12-year-old Jacqueline Torres-Garcia, whose remains were found in a container earlier this month. The community will come together for a peaceful Jeep ride at 5 p.m. at the New Brite Plaza in New Britain. Connecticut DCF, Office of the Child Advocate investigating after 12-year-old’s remains found in New Britain New Britain officers responded to an abandon…Ned Lamont · Connecticut See the Story

Lamont: Connecticut SNAP Recipients to See Benefits Loaded Onto Cards Within Days

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) said Friday that SNAP recipients in Connecticut will start to see money loaded on their cards by early next week. New Haven charity working to feed those in need as judge orders SNAP benefits to resume Lamont said that the state will be fully funding SNAP through the end of this month and potentially longer, depending on how long the government shutdown continues. The money to fund SNAP is…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

‘Light over darkness’: Local Hanukkah celebrations held amid tight security

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Events hosted by the city of Las Vegas and Clark County took place amid tight police security after Australian antisemitic terror attackNed Lamont · Connecticut See the Story

Casi 40,000 Personas De CT Han Visto Canceladas Sus Deudas Médicas Gracias a Una Iniciativa De $63 Millones

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Casi 40,000 personas de CT han visto canceladas sus deudas médicas gracias a una iniciativa de $63 millonesNed Lamont · Stamford Read Article

Gov. Lamont says potential third term would focus on city growth, transportation improvement

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) will officially kick off his re-election campaign Friday for governor with a state-wide tour. Lamont is expected to start canvassing the state, focusing on conversations about health care, energy and jobs. The governor would make Connecticut history if he were to serve and finish a third term, [...]Ned Lamont See the Story

Shield Laws Have Held up so Far, but a New Anti-Abortion Texas Statute Means to Test Them

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A law set to take effect on Dec. 4, 2025, would allow people in Texas to sue anyone involved in sending abortion medication into the state. The Texas statute is the latest attack on legal shields established by other states to protect reproductive health care providers and patients. (Photo by Tamir Kalifa/Getty Images)A law set to take effect in early December gives Texans the power to sue anyone involved in mailing abortion pills to the state, …Kathy Hochul See the Story

Gov. Ned Lamont Subpoenaed to Potentially Testify in Federal Trial of Former State Deputy Budget Director

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BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A subpoena for the testimony of Gov. Ned Lamont has been served at the Office of the Attorney General of Connecticut in relation to the bribery trial of Lamont's former state deputy budget director, Konstantinos “Kosta” Diamantis. Norm Pattis, the defense attorney for Diamantis, has requested Lamont's testimony and described the subpoena as akin to an "insurance policy" in the event he chooses to actually call the gove…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Lamont Speaks on Election Results, Future of SNAP in Connecticut

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont (D) spoke Wednesday about local election results in Connecticut and SNAP funding amid the federal government shutdown. Democrats locally and nationally had a successful night at the polls. In Connecticut, Democrats flipped control of key municipal offices in an off-year test of their party’s strength. Historical night for Democrats in Connecticut | Your Local Election HQ Lamont celebrated Democratic…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart Launches Campaign for Governor

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The 38-year-old Republican is hoping to become Connecticut’s second-youngest governor ever after being the longest-serving mayor of New Britain for a dozen years.Ned Lamont · New Britain See the Story

Lamont, Health Commissioner Discuss CT's First Measles Case, Tout Nursing Compact

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Connecticut is now one of 43 U.S. states and territories to sign onto the Nurse Licensure Compact. The agreement allows Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to obtain one multi-state license to practice nursing in all participating locations.Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

'CT Hero Act' signed, expands honors for veterans

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Local veterans joined Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) and other state leaders Monday at the state Capitol for a special bill signing ceremony. ‘Stand Down’ event aims to provide resources for Connecticut veterans Lamont signed the "CT Hero Act" which is made up of two bills containing several measures to honor veterans. They include establishing November as veteran's month, creating a special license plate for veterans a…Ned Lamont · United States See the Story

Jury Selection to Begin in Trial of Lamont's Former State Deputy Budget Director

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The video above is from May 2024. BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Jury selection is expected to begin Friday in the bribery trial of Gov. Ned Lamont's former state deputy budget director, Konstantinos "Kosta" Diamantis. Federal prosecutors allege that Diamantis demanded and received thousands of dollars in bribes from contractors hired for school construction projects between 2018 and 2021. The 69-year-old was charged with 22 counts, including two co…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Defense Attorney Withdraws Subpoena for Lamont in Federal Trial of Former State Deputy Budget Director

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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The defense attorney for Gov. Ned Lamont's former state deputy budget director, Konstantinos "Kosta" Diamantis, withdrew his subpoena Tuesday afternoon for the testimony of the governor. Norm Pattis and Assistant United States Attorney Jonathan Francis discussed the possibility of Lamont's testimony in open court, and Judge Stefan R. Underhill questioned the relevance of his testimony, siding with the prosecution's sugg…Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

50,000 Drug Deactivation Kits On The Way To CT Homes As Part Of Red Ribbon Week Anti-Opioid Campaign

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The program, in which about 50,000 pouches will be distributed each year until 2029, is part of a $2 million prevention program funded through the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services through the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.Ned Lamont · Connecticut See the Story

Why a CT Lawmaker Won’t Accept that the Feds ‘Killed solar.’ But the State Energy Future Is Unclear

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Connecticut, along with the rest of New England, has long recognized that its energy future lies in cleaning up the electricity sources in its power grid. And since the 1990s, with the start of the effort to close the “sooty six” coal and oil plants, cleaning up the air for health and climate reasons has figured equally with saving money by using free renewable sources like sun and wind. The Trump administration has now made that a lot harder, i…Ned Lamont · New London See the Story

CT Officials Say Fuel Economy Rollback Will Hit Consumer Wallets

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In 2024, the NHTSA stated that its improved fuel economy standards would reduce fuel costs by $23 billion with net benefits at about $35 billion for drivers.Ned Lamont · Hartford See the Story

Not on an ACA insurance plan? Doesn't matter. If subsidies go away, you could feel the impact.

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People on Affordable Care Act insurance plans are worried about much higher costs next year if government subsidies are not renewed. However, there’s more impact pending than you might think.Ned Lamont · Cleveland See the Story

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Government Shutdown Threatens Food Aid Program Relied on by Millions of Families

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Gov. Lamont names new PURA chairman

Connecticut leaders announce fund to supplement federal cuts in health and human services

Connecticut State Rep. Kevin Ryan Dies

Connecticut Allocates $70 Million to Shield Families From Healthcare Cost Increases

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Memorial Ride Planned in New Britain for 12-Year-Old Girl Killed

Lamont: Connecticut SNAP Recipients to See Benefits Loaded Onto Cards Within Days

‘Light over darkness’: Local Hanukkah celebrations held amid tight security

Casi 40,000 Personas De CT Han Visto Canceladas Sus Deudas Médicas Gracias a Una Iniciativa De $63 Millones

Gov. Lamont says potential third term would focus on city growth, transportation improvement

Shield Laws Have Held up so Far, but a New Anti-Abortion Texas Statute Means to Test Them

Gov. Ned Lamont Subpoenaed to Potentially Testify in Federal Trial of Former State Deputy Budget Director

Lamont Speaks on Election Results, Future of SNAP in Connecticut

Former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart Launches Campaign for Governor

Lamont, Health Commissioner Discuss CT's First Measles Case, Tout Nursing Compact

'CT Hero Act' signed, expands honors for veterans

Jury Selection to Begin in Trial of Lamont's Former State Deputy Budget Director

Defense Attorney Withdraws Subpoena for Lamont in Federal Trial of Former State Deputy Budget Director

50,000 Drug Deactivation Kits On The Way To CT Homes As Part Of Red Ribbon Week Anti-Opioid Campaign

Lamont taps Jeffrey Beckham to become Superior Court judge

Special Election Set in CT’s 139th House District After Legislator’s Death

CT Officials Say Feds Haven’t Shared Info on SNAP Disruptions

CT spends $200K a day to keep WIC benefits going during government shutdown

CT Rejects Controversial UI Monopoles Plan in Fairfield, Bridgeport

Why a CT Lawmaker Won’t Accept that the Feds ‘Killed solar.’ But the State Energy Future Is Unclear

CT Officials Say Fuel Economy Rollback Will Hit Consumer Wallets

Not on an ACA insurance plan? Doesn't matter. If subsidies go away, you could feel the impact.

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