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Connecticut Leader Calls for Fair Hospital Billing Reform to Address Soaring Health Care Costs

Hartford, Connecticut – Access to affordable healthcare continues to be a major concern for many Americans, especially those in historically marginalized communities and people of color. Ayesha Clarke, a Hartford native and the executive director of Health Equity Solutions, is dedicated to advocating for better health care policies and addressing the exorbitant costs that hinder many individuals from receiving the medical care they need. One of the primary issues contributing to the high cost of …

Insurance Woes Plague Connecticut as Legislative Session Nears End, Republicans Express Disappointment

HARTFORD, CT – The 2024 legislative session in Connecticut is coming to a close, with Senate Republicans expressing disappointment over the legislature’s failure to pass any bills aimed at lowering health insurance costs in the state. The Republicans highlighted the inability of the insurance committee to advance legislation to address the high health insurance rates faced by Connecticut families, despite the state being known as the “Insurance Capital of the World.” The clash between the …

Educators in Connecticut Fight Unfair Retirement Laws and Loss of Benefits

Hartford, Connecticut – Educators in Connecticut are pushing back against federal regulations that they feel unjustly restrict their retirement benefits. They argue that these laws, which disproportionately affect educators in the state, are outdated and unfair. The main point of contention revolves around social security offsets that have led to significant financial losses for these professionals. Many educators impacted by these laws have also contributed to social security through other jobs or side work. Despite …

Health Advocates Push for HUSKY Age Limit Increase in Connecticut, Citing Accessibility and Affordability Issues

New Haven, Connecticut – Health care advocates in Connecticut are pushing for an increase in the age limit for undocumented immigrants eligible for the state’s Medicare program, HUSKY. Currently, undocumented individuals up to the age of 15 are eligible, and there are discussions in the General Assembly to raise the age limit to 18. Yenimar Cortes, an organizer for Connecticut Students for a Dream in New Haven, highlighted the challenges faced by undocumented individuals in …

Probate Problems in Connecticut: Siblings Face Legal Showdown Over Parents’ Estate

Hartford, Connecticut – A single mother in her early 50s, working full time and raising her teenage daughter, finds herself facing a complex family and financial situation. She and her estranged sister, who never moved out of their family home, are now dealing with the aftermath of their parents’ recent passing. The sister, who has never married, has a hoarding disorder and has been avoiding the probate process for several months. The mother, who has …

Snowstorm Shuts Down Hundreds of Schools in Connecticut

HARTFORD, Conn. – The snow has arrived in Connecticut, prompting the closure of hundreds of schools as several inches of snow have already fallen across the state. As the snow continues to fall statewide, it is quickly sticking to all surfaces, with the heaviest snow expected to come over the next few hours. The storm has already moved into the state early in the morning from west to east. In the southern half of the …

Connecticut Winter Storm: How Much Snow Will Connecticut Get?

New Haven, Connecticut (AP) — A winter storm is forecast to bring a significant amount of snow to Connecticut on Tuesday, prompting the state to brace for hazardous travel conditions. The storm is expected to impact most of the state, with the possibility of accumulations ranging from 8 to 12 inches, while southeastern Connecticut might see slightly lower totals. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the entire state, set to …