All Politics
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In the upcoming presidential election, democracy hangs in the balance. So, newsrooms across the country should hold up a mirror and ask: is our reporting shaping the race to the White House?
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This hour, we discuss the local ceasefire resolutions being proposed in city and town councils in Connecticut, plus, the significance of Vice President Kamala Harris’ call for an immediate, six-week ceasefire.
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The Oscars are upon us, and this year’s lineup of best picture nominees includes life-sized dolls, Western crimes, and warning signs about historical atrocities. In this hour of The Wheelhouse, we look at how politics is reflected in today’s most-watched TV shows and films.
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This hour, the state and national Library Associations give us the latest on the rise in book challenge requests, and how they're supporting local librarians. Plus, we hear about a vigil at the State Capitol, held last week to honor Nex Benedict, the teen who died after an altercation in the school bathroom in Oklahoma.
Legislature
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Last year, providers requested $50 million from the state legislature. They were granted $5 million.
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The Judiciary Committee’s approval comes after Gov. Ned Lamont’s first nominee for the vacancy withdrew from consideration.
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The General Assembly is considering a bill that would create a 30% tax credit to companies that “tech” their Broadway tours in the state.
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Frankie & Johnny talk about dangers on the roads following a crash that killed five Connecticut children. Plus, an update on the Randy Cox case and tournament basketball for UConn.
Elections
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Bridgeport mayoral candidate John Gomes says he's staying in the race and will run as the Independent Party candidate for the special Feb. 27 election.
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There may be a collective feeling of déjà vu among Democrats in Bridgeport on Tuesday, when they head back to the polls for a court-ordered do-over of a mayoral election they thought they had decided months ago.
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From abortion rights to partisan school board elections, ballot measures are a big deal in 2024. This hour, the history and future of ballot measures!
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Mark Barden's 7-year old son, Daniel, was one of 26 people killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Eleven years later, Barden is hopeful that America can still change.