Votes and victories

Connecticut has made some progress towards its 2030 climate goal, but some areas fall short. Suffolk officials release the names of victims from cold cases from as far back as 50 years ago. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Birdsong Break. And local officials react to a proposal to overhaul the U.S. census.

Governor Lamont asks all his state agency commissioners and more to resign. Bridgeport mayor Joe Ganim attends a climate conference in Turkey. Advocates push for a study on how burn pits affect women’s health. Plus, data shows little change in Connecticut’s housing voucher segregation.

Long Island veterans turn to ketamine treatment for PTSD. Governor Hochul leaves the door open on redrawing New York’s congressional map. Meet Connecticut’s new Senate Minority Leader. Plus, nurses protect their patients' well-being, but who’s looking out for the nurses?

Be careful on the roads -- November is peak breeding season for deer. Experts say the message voters sent with the blue wave is complicated. New York’s AG wants safeguards for Flock cameras. An investigation disputes claims from ICE over an altercation at a Connecticut courthouse. Plus, how do local business leaders really feel about the midterm election results?

New York seeks Army Corps assistance for projects at Long Beach, Fire Island, and more. Lawmakers react to Pfizer’s big investment in its Groton campus. Connecticut voter turnout this year was a little less than two years ago, but higher than other parts of the country. Plus, a closer look at election results from around New York.

Another Connecticut town won’t renew its contract with Flock. New York’s U.S. senators request disaster aid for Long Island post-nor’easter. A long vacant lot in New Haven is set to become housing for veterans. Plus, Suffolk police will pay extra attention to the area surrounding the Mastic Beach library. And we have the latest from WSHU’s Birdsong Break.

If you thought election season was over, think again! Candidates are already looking to 2028. A look at Governor Lamont’s third term agenda. Groundwater testing finds high toxin levels in East Hampton. Connecticut’s first offshore wind project is now fully online. Plus, a conversation with WSHU book critic Joan Baum.

A look at election results from around the region.

Early and absentee voting in Connecticut topped 500,000. Officials are again urging drivers to slow down for road workers. New York is at high risk for wildfires. A closer look at suburban voting trends. Plus, what has the final push been like for the candidates in our region?

Senator Chris Murphy was hospitalized this weekend following a stroke. Election monitors will be at New Haven polling places tomorrow. Bruce Blakeman is set to make a campaign stop on Long Island today. Plus, Connecticut voters will see a variety of ballot options at the polls tomorrow.