State News
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Norwalk
Connecticut Casinos Hit Record Visitors, Fueling Tourism Boom
Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut logged their highest monthly visitor counts since the pandemic, signaling a robust rebound for the state's tourism sector. The surge is pumping billions into local economies, from Ledyard to Uncasville, and supporting one in 19 jobs statewide. With new hotel reopenings on the horizon, Connecticut's visitor economy shows no signs of slowing.
CT DEEP Slaps $2M Fines on Firms for Polluting Housatonic River
Connecticut's environmental regulators hit three manufacturing companies with $2 million in penalties for illegally dumping contaminants into the iconic Housatonic River. The fines aim to deter polluters and fund river cleanup efforts vital to western Connecticut communities. Local residents and anglers fear long-term damage to fish populations and drinking water sources.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Greenwich, New Canaan Claim CT CIAC Football Crowns in Dominant Finals
In a frigid December finale, Greenwich High School repeated as Class LL champions with a 45-6 rout of Southington, while New Canaan capped an undefeated season by dismantling Cheshire 34-13 for its fourth straight title. Six Connecticut teams hoisted CIAC football trophies on Dec. 13, 2025, showcasing grit across Fairfield and New Haven counties. From overtime thrillers to record-setting runs, the playoffs delivered high school gridiron glory.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Yale Health Logs Flu Surge Outpacing COVID in New Haven
Flu cases have surged at Yale University, surpassing COVID-19 visits at the Acute Care department amid a stubborn winter wave in Connecticut. Yale Health is urging vaccinations and antiviral treatments as regional hospitalizations climb. Students face intense symptoms, prompting enhanced campus testing and isolation guidance.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Connecticut GOP Pushes Bill to Curb State Employee Telework
Republican lawmakers in Hartford have introduced legislation to sharply limit remote work for state employees, challenging post-pandemic flexibility. The measure, now before a key committee, targets agencies amid debates over productivity and office returns. As Connecticut's workforce evolves, the bill could reshape how state government operates.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
UConn Huskies Land No. 2 Seed in Storrs NCAA East Regional Push
The UConn Huskies men's basketball team etched more history in Storrs, securing a No. 2 seed in the East Region of the 2026 NCAA Tournament after their sixth straight appearance. Coached by Dan Hurley, the Huskies face Furman in Philadelphia on March 20, carrying Connecticut's championship legacy into March Madness. Fans from Hartford to New Haven are rallying behind the blue blood program.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Waterbury Ex-Water Chief Charged with Forgery, Lied on Degrees
In a deepening corruption probe, former Waterbury Water Superintendent Bradley Malay faces felony forgery charges for falsifying department contract documents. The scandal expands as revelations surface that he lied about holding multiple college degrees and job certificates. Waterbury residents question the integrity of city water operations amid the fallout.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Connecticut Gas Averages $4.19 Amid Iran War Tensions
Connecticut drivers are shelling out more at the pump as state gas prices surged 19 cents in one week to an average of $4.19 per gallon for regular. The spike coincides with escalating uncertainty from the war in Iran, rattling regional fuel supplies. Families and commuters from Bridgeport to Hartford brace for higher costs just as summer travel ramps up.
Saturday, May 2, 2026