Connecticut Mirror

The fate of the historic Seaside Sanatorium in Waterford, Connecticut, remains uncertain as a court action threatens to halt its demolition. The state has proposed to demolish the historic buildings and convert the site into a passive park, but a lawsuit filed by a developer, Mark Steiner, argues that the buildings should be preserved due to their unique architectural and medical significance.

Connecticut is set to make a significant impact at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, with at least 25 athletes with ties to the state participating. This marks the second-highest number of Connecticut athletes competing in the summer games in the last 24 years, following the Rio 2016 games. #olympics2024 #paris2024 #summergames #connecticutathletes #rowingolympians

Senator Chris Murphy has proposed federal legislation that would invest billions of dollars into free summer programs for kids across the country. The Summer for All Act, if passed, would create two grant programs, totaling $4 billion over four years, to expand access to summer camps for low-income families.

The rise in alcohol-related deaths in Connecticut has been alarming, with a 166.67% increase from 2012 to 2022. This trend is attributed to a combination of societal norms, policies, and infrastructure, as well as the pandemic and alcoholic beverage marketing.

Rep. Jeff Currey, D-East Harford, has announced he will not seek re-election to a sixth term in the General Assembly. Currey, who received a kidney transplant four years ago, stated his health is fine and that he will leave the General Assembly at the end of his term for "professional opportunities" that he cannot yet disclose.

The U.S. Senate has taken a significant step forward in the pursuit of protecting children online. The bipartisan bill, known as the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), has advanced in a 86 to 1 vote, marking a significant milestone in the long-standing debate over online safety for minors.

Governor Ned Lamont has made a strategic move to shake up the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) by nudging its longest-serving member, John W. Betkoski III, to retirement. Betkoski, who has served for 27 years, will be replaced by former state Rep. David A. Arconti, Jr., of Danbury.

Governor Ned Lamont is exploring the possibility of returning Connecticut's Medicaid program to a managed care model, which has been criticized for increasing costs and reducing access.The announcement, as well as previous discussions about exploring managed care, drew fierce criticism from several committee members during a meeting of the Medical Assistance Program Oversight Council (MAPOC).

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington, D.C. has sparked a wave of protests, as he faces questions over his leadership during a politically fraught time. Netanyahu's visit comes amidst a critical time in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, with the U.S. trying to broker a deal for a ceasefire and hostage release.

Avelo Airlines is set to expand its reach by establishing its first international destinations at Bradley International Airport. The low-cost airline, which currently operates from Tweed Airport in New Haven, will offer nonstop flights to Montego Bay, Jamaica, and Cancun, Mexico, starting November 16. This expansion will add 80 jobs to the local economy.