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Labubus! Creeping everywhere! Thanks to @ctpublic.bsky.social for featuring this story by the awesome students at CT State Manchester.
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Labubus creep onto holiday wish lists in CT and beyond
Connecticut retailers stocking up on real and fake forest creatures.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Labubus! Creeping everywhere! Thanks to @ctpublic.bsky.social for featuring this story by the awesome students at CT State Manchester.
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People experiencing homelessness in New Haven are speaking out against what they call inadequate cold-weather services offered by the city after a man was found dead on the New Haven Green.
After man dies on New Haven Green, homeless advocates push for better cold-weather services
The death of the 65-year-old is still under investigation, city officials said.
www.ctpublic.org
December 18, 2025 at 4:23 PM
People experiencing homelessness in New Haven are speaking out against what they call inadequate cold-weather services offered by the city after a man was found dead on the New Haven Green.
City officials are asking residents to conserve water until the municipal water supply is replenished, according to Bradley Malay, Waterbury’s water superintendent.
Water service resumes in Waterbury, but residents are asked to conserve
Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski on Wednesday confirmed what many residents were hoping – days after a large pipe break disrupted water access to a majority of the city.
www.ctpublic.org
December 18, 2025 at 3:53 PM
City officials are asking residents to conserve water until the municipal water supply is replenished, according to Bradley Malay, Waterbury’s water superintendent.
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Be as generous to them as they are to us!
Soup the Dog really wants you to stick the landing on this year and donate to your local public media station.
For her, that’s:
- @ctpublic.bsky.social
- @wgbh.org
- @nepublicmedia.bsky.social
Be as generous to them as they are to us!
December 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Thank you, Soup the Dog and anonymous human companion! 🫡
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Explore how Generation Gilmore Girls revisits the beloved TV series, examining its lasting impact on both fans and actors. Discover why it still resonates and how it shaped our identities, coming straight from the state that started it all. From ctpublic.bsky.social
December 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Explore how Generation Gilmore Girls revisits the beloved TV series, examining its lasting impact on both fans and actors. Discover why it still resonates and how it shaped our identities, coming straight from the state that started it all. From ctpublic.bsky.social
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Why the American dream and the tragedy of 'The Great Gatsby' still resonate today
- The Colin McEnroe Show on @ctpublic.bsky.social
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#FScottFitzgerald #gatsby100
- The Colin McEnroe Show on @ctpublic.bsky.social
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#FScottFitzgerald #gatsby100
Why the American dream and the tragedy of 'The Great Gatsby' still resonate today
This hour on The Colin McEnroe Show, we revisit The Great Gatsby and its cultural impact, 100 years after its publication.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Why the American dream and the tragedy of 'The Great Gatsby' still resonate today
- The Colin McEnroe Show on @ctpublic.bsky.social
ctpublic.org/show/the-col...
#FScottFitzgerald #gatsby100
- The Colin McEnroe Show on @ctpublic.bsky.social
ctpublic.org/show/the-col...
#FScottFitzgerald #gatsby100
Weeks after the federal government announced a cut in funding for homelessness services, Connecticut is looking to fill the gap.
CT uses state dollars to fill federal funding gap left by homelessness services cuts
Federal funding changes to homelessness services has Connecticut stepping up to fill the gaps with more than $5 million in state dollars.
www.ctpublic.org
December 16, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Weeks after the federal government announced a cut in funding for homelessness services, Connecticut is looking to fill the gap.
Every year, fans travel to Connecticut to get a taste of Stars Hollow; the town doesn’t exist, but it is inspired by very real places.
In this episode, we explore which parts of CT inspired "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, and see how the real life places compare to those in the show.
In this episode, we explore which parts of CT inspired "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, and see how the real life places compare to those in the show.
‘Generation Gilmore Girls’: Welcome to Stars Hollow, Connecticut!
Every year, fans travel to Connecticut to get a taste of Stars Hollow. No, the town doesn’t exist. But it is inspired by very real places. Those places have even been shaped by the show. In this episo...
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December 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Every year, fans travel to Connecticut to get a taste of Stars Hollow; the town doesn’t exist, but it is inspired by very real places.
In this episode, we explore which parts of CT inspired "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, and see how the real life places compare to those in the show.
In this episode, we explore which parts of CT inspired "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, and see how the real life places compare to those in the show.
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It's the December Membership Drive at @ctpublic.bsky.social. It's our first December drive since losing federal funding. Do you enjoy and rely on what you hear on our air or streaming online? Consider making a donation (and get yrself a great hoodie or tote bag):
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December 15, 2025 at 10:19 PM
It's the December Membership Drive at @ctpublic.bsky.social. It's our first December drive since losing federal funding. Do you enjoy and rely on what you hear on our air or streaming online? Consider making a donation (and get yrself a great hoodie or tote bag):
www.pledgecart.org/home?campaig...
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This time last year, I hit the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail for NPR and Connecticut Public Radio. Take a listen: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
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'Like a Hallmark movie': CT Public hits the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail
“People love Christmas movies,” says the state’s brand director. Visitors can now see the sites around Connecticut where nearly two dozen holiday flicks were filmed over the last decade.
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December 14, 2025 at 10:13 PM
This time last year, I hit the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail for NPR and Connecticut Public Radio. Take a listen: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
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Connecticut defense contractors are poised to benefit from the yearly boosts in Congress’ defense policy bill, including funding to address budget shortfalls for submarine programs predominantly built by Groton-based Electric Boat.
Defense bill will boost CT contractors, including Electric Boat
Connecticut defense contractors are poised to benefit from the yearly boosts in Congress’ defense policy bill, including funding to address budget shortfalls for submarine programs predominantly built...
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December 15, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Connecticut defense contractors are poised to benefit from the yearly boosts in Congress’ defense policy bill, including funding to address budget shortfalls for submarine programs predominantly built by Groton-based Electric Boat.
So much of the setting of the 2000s dramedy series "Gilmore Girls" rings true to residents of small-town Connecticut.
Now, experience the state that inspired the show with your own road trip! bit.ly/4s00ffB
Now, experience the state that inspired the show with your own road trip! bit.ly/4s00ffB
A 'Gilmore Girls' guide to CT: festivals, bookstores, coffee — and more!
So much of the setting of the 2000s dramedy series rings true to residents of small-town Connecticut. Now, experience the state that inspired the show with your own road trip!
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December 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM
So much of the setting of the 2000s dramedy series "Gilmore Girls" rings true to residents of small-town Connecticut.
Now, experience the state that inspired the show with your own road trip! bit.ly/4s00ffB
Now, experience the state that inspired the show with your own road trip! bit.ly/4s00ffB
Connecticut will shoulder the cost of some health insurance premiums next year, after the U.S. Senate again rejected a plan to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that expire at the end of the year.
As health care premium cliff approaches, CT announces plan to help with costs
Under the plan Gov. Ned Lamont detailed Thursday, the state hopes to curb sticker shock for some of its 100,000 residents who enroll in health coverage through the marketplace.
www.ctpublic.org
December 12, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Connecticut will shoulder the cost of some health insurance premiums next year, after the U.S. Senate again rejected a plan to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that expire at the end of the year.
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Parents & Connecticut Officials Reflect on Shooting in Sandy Hook Elementary School 13 Years Later
Reporting from @npr.org's @ctpublic.bsky.social & @writingistough.bsky.social
Reporting from @npr.org's @ctpublic.bsky.social & @writingistough.bsky.social
Parents, CT officials reflect on Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting 13 years later
Members of Connecticut’s congressional delegation say they are continuing to advocate for gun control and anti-gun violence legislation.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Parents & Connecticut Officials Reflect on Shooting in Sandy Hook Elementary School 13 Years Later
Reporting from @npr.org's @ctpublic.bsky.social & @writingistough.bsky.social
Reporting from @npr.org's @ctpublic.bsky.social & @writingistough.bsky.social
Connecticut health officials confirmed Wednesday the state's first case of measles since 2021. The patient is an unvaccinated Fairfield County child under the age of 10.
CT reports first measles case since 2021
The case was confirmed in an unvaccinated Fairfield County child under the age of 10, health officials announced Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Connecticut health officials confirmed Wednesday the state's first case of measles since 2021. The patient is an unvaccinated Fairfield County child under the age of 10.
Connecticut’s inspector general released details about the decomposing body, identified as Carmine Boccuzzi, found in a Stamford home and the motivation behind a deadly standoff last week. bit.ly/4oNzico
Stamford police identify decomposing body found in home after standoff
Connecticut’s inspector general released details about the decomposing body, identified as Carmine Boccuzzi, found in a Stamford home and the motivation behind a deadly standoff last week.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Connecticut’s inspector general released details about the decomposing body, identified as Carmine Boccuzzi, found in a Stamford home and the motivation behind a deadly standoff last week. bit.ly/4oNzico
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Wednesday’s NEW Wheelhouse on @ctpublic.bsky.social tackles the confluence of tradwifery and politics, specifically expectations of women from the Trump administration. The show features Carrie Baker of Smith College, New York Times writer Jessica Grose, and Micah English of Yale.
December 10, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Wednesday’s NEW Wheelhouse on @ctpublic.bsky.social tackles the confluence of tradwifery and politics, specifically expectations of women from the Trump administration. The show features Carrie Baker of Smith College, New York Times writer Jessica Grose, and Micah English of Yale.
Twenty-five years after its premiere, "Gilmore Girls" lives on because of its fans. Those fans have created a special community — one that feels a lot like the small town of Stars Hollow in the show.
Listen to episode two of "Generation Gilmore Girls" here:
Listen to episode two of "Generation Gilmore Girls" here:
'Generation Gilmore Girls': Play it again, Amy!
Twenty-five years after its premiere, "Gilmore Girls" lives on because of its fans. Those fans have created a special community — one that feels a lot like the small town of Stars Hollow in the show. ...
www.ctpublic.org
December 9, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Twenty-five years after its premiere, "Gilmore Girls" lives on because of its fans. Those fans have created a special community — one that feels a lot like the small town of Stars Hollow in the show.
Listen to episode two of "Generation Gilmore Girls" here:
Listen to episode two of "Generation Gilmore Girls" here:
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Joined @ctpublic.bsky.social this morning to talk about the latest developments in vaccine policy—and a fair bit of historical context, too. www.ctpublic.org/show/where-w...
CT doctors react to CDC's changing pediatric vaccine recommendations
We’ll dig into the history of vaccines in America, check in with Connecticut doctors and ask the state's top public health official what's next.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Joined @ctpublic.bsky.social this morning to talk about the latest developments in vaccine policy—and a fair bit of historical context, too. www.ctpublic.org/show/where-w...
Connecticut State Sen. Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, a Democrat, has taught a constitutional law class at Quinnipiac University for over a decade. Gadkar-Wilcox says teaching the course has thrown her for a loop, as students and the U.S. Supreme Court are becoming more partisan.
Constitutional law students in CT reflect on rule of law under a Trump administration
Connecticut State Sen. Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, a Democrat, has taught a constitutional law class at Quinnipiac University for over a decade. Gadkar-Wilcox says teaching the course has thrown her for a l...
www.ctpublic.org
December 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Connecticut State Sen. Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, a Democrat, has taught a constitutional law class at Quinnipiac University for over a decade. Gadkar-Wilcox says teaching the course has thrown her for a loop, as students and the U.S. Supreme Court are becoming more partisan.
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Please buy a ticket to the Wheelhouse LIVE — a third straight sell-out would be meaningful in a tough year for public radio…and our friends in the media in general. @ctpublic.bsky.social
December 8, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Please buy a ticket to the Wheelhouse LIVE — a third straight sell-out would be meaningful in a tough year for public radio…and our friends in the media in general. @ctpublic.bsky.social
From historic main streets and sparkling displays to vibrant cities with urban flair in every string light, holiday spirit can be found all across the state.
Check out some of Connecticut’s most merry destinations: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
Check out some of Connecticut’s most merry destinations: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
Here are 8 Connecticut communities with a lot of holiday spirit
’Tis the season in Connecticut! From historic main streets and sparkling displays to vibrant cities with urban flair in every string light, holiday spirit can be found all across the state.
www.ctpublic.org
December 5, 2025 at 8:07 PM
From historic main streets and sparkling displays to vibrant cities with urban flair in every string light, holiday spirit can be found all across the state.
Check out some of Connecticut’s most merry destinations: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
Check out some of Connecticut’s most merry destinations: www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-12...
Jed Parkington, the suspect in a police stand off and shoot out at his North Stamford home, was decked out in camouflage with Nazi insignia, according to Stamford’s Assistant Police Chief Richard Conklin.
Stamford man wore Nazi insignia during deadly police standoff, decomposing body found in home
An unidentified decomposing body was found on the second floor. The homeowner was facing foreclosure and eviction at the time of the shooting. The homeowner wore camo with Nazi insignia during the inc...
www.ctpublic.org
December 5, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Jed Parkington, the suspect in a police stand off and shoot out at his North Stamford home, was decked out in camouflage with Nazi insignia, according to Stamford’s Assistant Police Chief Richard Conklin.
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Tune into @ctpublic.bsky.social at 1pm tomorrow to hear me host the Colin McEnroe Show! We'll talk about Pluribus, & Orwell: 2 + 2 = 5, & AI, & the fact that words mean things. Listen at the link
(or tune your radio if you’re
100 or my father or listen after via the podcast platform of your choice)
(or tune your radio if you’re
100 or my father or listen after via the podcast platform of your choice)
WNPR Radio Livestream
Listen live to Connecticut Public Radio WNPR through our livestream player. Now accessible on every page of our site.
www.ctpublic.org
December 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Tune into @ctpublic.bsky.social at 1pm tomorrow to hear me host the Colin McEnroe Show! We'll talk about Pluribus, & Orwell: 2 + 2 = 5, & AI, & the fact that words mean things. Listen at the link
(or tune your radio if you’re
100 or my father or listen after via the podcast platform of your choice)
(or tune your radio if you’re
100 or my father or listen after via the podcast platform of your choice)
Amber Webster was a Democrat. Then the pandemic happened, and the 32-year-old mother from Colchester grew frustrated with how it was handled. She said she and others started questioning “a party that we were loyal to for a long time” and made the switch.
More young adults in CT are finding a home in the Republican Party
For much of the past two years, the Connecticut Young Republicans was relatively inactive. But the group has been building its ranks in recent months. It comes as the party actively courts younger gen...
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December 4, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Amber Webster was a Democrat. Then the pandemic happened, and the 32-year-old mother from Colchester grew frustrated with how it was handled. She said she and others started questioning “a party that we were loyal to for a long time” and made the switch.