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🚗 October 18–24 is National Teen Driver Safety Week. In 2024, nearly 2,000 CT residents were injured & nine people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers. Safe driving habits start early. Slow down, never drive impaired, and help teens stay safe behind the wheel.

“We’re making progress,” Sen. Lesser said. “We’re not making it fast enough.” CT kids with Medicaid coverage can face long waits for eye care ctmirror.org/2026/10/18/ct-m…

🗳️ VOTE EARLY! Connecticut early voting starts today and runs through November 1. 📍 Find your early voting location at myvote.ct.gov and make a plan to vote!

As Donald Trump tries to freeze families out this coming winter with soaring home heating oil costs, Connecticut is stepping up to keep you warm.

📅 Access Health CT open enrollment for 2027 coverage runs Oct. 23–Jan. 15! Enroll by Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2027, or enroll by Jan. 15 for coverage starting Feb. 1. Learn more and explore your options at AccessHealthCT.com.

Sen Anwar submitted testimony to PURA in strong opposition to a proposed rate increase sought by Eversource, noting the proposal, which could increase electricity rates in CT by up to 18%. Anwar Submits Testimony Opposing Eversource Proposed Rate Increase senatedems.ct.gov/senator-an…

Connecticut families are struggling with soaring home heating costs, thanks to Donald Trump. CT Democrats are delivering $12.7 million in relief. CT Senate Republicans had a chance to help families stay warm this winter. They said NO.

Today, Senator Osten released a statement on Governor Lamont’s plan to release LIHEAP funding early and set aside more funds in January. senatedems.ct.gov/senator-os…

Sen. Gadkar-Wilcox will be pursuing legislation to strengthen sexual assault laws following an alleged gang rape at Cornell. connecticut.news12.com/2026/…

A young CT woman went to the hospital for a broken ankle. Soon, she was dead. courant.com/2026/10/11/treat…

🚔 Operation Wicked Safe is underway! Connecticut and Northeast state police are increasing traffic enforcement Tuesday through Thursday to deter dangerous driving. Slow down, ditch the distractions and drive sober. Safe driving saves lives!

Today, we celebrate the Indigenous peoples of #Connecticut, honoring the Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot, Schaghticoke, Golden Hill Paugussett, and all Indigenous communities. Their histories, cultures, and traditions are an enduring part of Connecticut’s story.

📱 Want to protect yourself from scam calls? Turn on your phone’s spam filter! This simple tool can screen unknown callers and help you spot potential scams before you pick up. As scammers get more sophisticated, take steps to protect yourself!

The first frost of the season could arrive in Connecticut as soon as this week, with overnight temperatures dipping into the 30s! While frost can help reduce mosquitoes and flies, gardeners should take precautions to protect plants as colder weather moves in.

CT Republicans are silent as Connecticut families face skyrocketing home heating oil prices. Their party leader is creating a very expensive winter ahead for Connecticut families.

Connecticut is the 5th-safest state in America, according to a new WalletHub study. CT ranked #1 in personal & residential safety and had the 2nd-lowest rate of assaults per capita. New England dominates the list, with 5 of the 6 safest states in the region. 🏆

Connecticut families are paying more to heat their homes — and Trump’s war is making it worse. CT heating oil is up 86% compared to last year. While CT Republicans stay silent, Connecticut families are left paying the price.

🦌🍂 As fall settles in, Connecticut drivers should be extra alert on the roads: Connecticut drivers are entering peak deer crash season. Here’s when risk is highest. ctpost.com/news/article/conn… via @ConnPost