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CT cannabis businesses have high hopes that legalization will create new jobs

Connecticut’s leaders are some of the latest in the United States to become infatuated with commercializing cannabis as a way to generate tax revenue. States have been more open to legalizing cannabis for adult use after seeing the public demand that could raise millions in taxes. The average amount of tax revenue the eight states…

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“Solution Driven”: New Haven can save impoverished communities from the impending climate change threat

What are the problems and what to expect: How New Haven plans to change the narrative of climate change threatening impoverished communities

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Zoning laws have led to a segregated Hamden: Activists are working to fix it

Marissa Dionne Mead moved to Hamden’s Spring Glen neighborhood five years ago after spending the first part of her life living in cities like New Haven. The suburbs were new to her, but now that she had kids, it seemed like the right place to settle down. When George Floyd was murdered by police in…

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Climate change hits BIPOC communities harder; local activists fight back

Connecticut social and environmental activists talk about what they’re doing to combat the disproportionate impact of climate change on BIPOC and working class communities.

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The dangers of dieting culture on college campuses

The negative effect dieting culture and disordered eating habits can have on young adults and college-age peoples’ health and overall well-being.

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How Quinnipiac tuition increases leave low-income students to fend for themselves

Rising tuition prices are creating a culture of exclusivity on Quinnipiac’s campus

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Hamden’s budget is a problem, and the school system may be the only thing keeping you here

Budgeting is a concern in Hamden, but there are still positive opinions on the highest paid category from the budget: The Board of Education

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Passing the Time: How hobbies are getting people through a pandemic

People of Hamden talk about their hobbies and passions during COVID-19.

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Connecticut COVID-19 Special Projects

Nightlife on hold: The impact of COVID-19 on New Haven clubs and restaurants

New Haven used to be a hot spot for people looking for fun on the weekends with its bars, clubs and restaurants serving as popular party scenes. COVID-19 has challenged these nightlife businesses financially, forcing many to rework their business atmosphere, close temporarily, or close completely.

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Children experience behavioral changes after COVID-19 takes away youth sports

Southern Connecticut families share similar stories of how losing youth sports negatively impacted their kids’ social skills, emotions and behavior at home.