The summer months see a sharp rise in accidental drownings. Nationwide, roughly 1,000 children die each year from accidental drowning. Sen. Richard Blumenthal noted the troubling trend and urged parents to be vigilant.

The Board of Education for Norwalk Public Schools tabled a budget reconciliation vote at its meeting Tuesday, after a contentious public comment section lasted four hours.

The Connecticut House of Representatives passed a priority bill that promises to transform early childhood care and education for generations of families. Senate Bill 1 would create an endowment for early childhood education that would draw up to $300 million from surplus funds each year.

Can you recall a teacher who changed your life? This hour, Sarah Ruhl, author of “Lessons from My Teachers,” joins us to reflect on the mentors who shape us long after the bell rings.

A 2024 report from the Student Experience in the Research University Consortium revealed that the pandemic’s toll on student engagement continues to reverberate across campuses nationwide. Only 44% of students reported a strong sense of belonging on campus.

Harvard can no longer enroll international students after the Trump administration revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. The school called the decision "unlawful."

In Connecticut and beyond, graduating seniors may have a more challenging journey landing jobs. The graduating class of 2025 once had bright hiring prospects. Then came federal hiring freezes and a wave of tariffs that have sparked economic uncertainty nationwide.

Advocates say Bridgeport Public Schools’ proposed budget won’t change student outcomes if it doesn’t get additional state and local aid.

Low pay is a major reason why there aren’t enough early educators to meet demand in Connecticut. The cost of care is difficult for parents, too.

Enrollment is falling, budgets are shrinking, and higher education is on shaky ground. This hour, we ask questions about the future of colleges and universities, from national trends to what's brewing in Connecticut.