After Floyd, Congress ready to plunge into policing laws
Bolstered with new momentum, Congress is ready to try again to change the nation’s policing laws, heeding President Joe Biden’s admonition that the guilty verdict in George Floyd’s death is “not enough” for a nation confronting a legacy of police violence.
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Petition could lead to referendum on police staffing in New London
Residents have successfully petitioned the City Council’s repeal of a staffing ordinance that mandates 80 police officers.
Mystic developer's past charges surface; town officials expect no impact to project
Charges from more than 15 years ago, involving the developer of the Mystic Education Center, have surfaced. Groton Town Manager John Burt said they do not have an impact on the project.
Masonicare will require all employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
Masonicare, which has six senior living communities in Connecticut, including one off Coogan Boulevard, announced Wednesday that it is requiring all of its 1,800 employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine by June 1.
Local legislators differ, cross party lines on ending religious exemption for mandatory school vaccines
The state House voted in favor of the bill on Tuesday morning after hours of debate began on Monday.
Commission recommends Stonington proceed with enacting demolition delay ordinance
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Tuesday night to urge the town proceed with enacting a 90-day delay on the demolition of buildings and investigate possible village districts to further protect historic structures.
Connecticut to use coronavirus aid to expand, revamp summer programs
Connecticut will be using $11 million from the American Rescue Plan to fund summer learning program opportunities.
Relay for Life cancer research fundraiser back on track this year
The Southeastern Connecticut American Cancer Society Relay for Life will return on June 12 at Dodd Stadium after the event was canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 vaccine clinics available in Norwich
Vaccine clinics are available Thursday, Friday and May 5 in Norwich.
LOCAL
Masonicare will require all employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
Visitors get in some parking lot practice at Groton park
Commission recommends Stonington proceed with enacting demolition delay ordinance
Connecticut to use coronavirus aid to expand, revamp summer programs
Relay for Life cancer research fundraiser back on track this year
SPORTS
Reed pulls plug on NFL career marked by tantalizing talent and endless injuries
Local roundup: Montville boys beat St. Bernard/Wheeler for first lacrosse win
Morgan Valley returning to UConn women's program as assistant coach
Blue Jays shake up lineup, beat Red Sox 6-3 at Fenway
Anderson, Braves slip by slumping Yanks with four hits, win 4-1
ARTS
Carlos Paucar, Rod Cornish appear Thursday on Food Network program
This is me: Local film fest celebrates the accomplishmenets of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities
Tipping Point: Our picks and pans
Dining review: A happy return to Rio Salado in Mystic
Chewy, sticky black sesame and coconut mochi are a joy to make and a treat to eat
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BUSINESS
Ocean Beach in New London to hold job fair
Businesses scramble for help as would-be workers stay home
Mystic-based line of hard iced coffee wins top awards in international spirits competition
From Bangladesh to a food truck in Stonington, culinary journey continues with Mystic Royal Restaurant
NATION/WORLD
China, Russia join US vowing emission cuts at climate summit
LeVar Burton to be 'Jeopardy!' guest host; petition credited
Human remains found in search of missing Amish woman, 18
Indonesian navy submarine reported missing with 53 people aboard
Groups plant coral fragments at reefs off Florida Keys
POLITICS
House votes to curb power of presidency on travel bans
Officials: Biden preparing to recognize Armenian genocide
After Floyd, Congress ready to plunge into policing laws
House Democratic leaders fight back against GOP delay tactics
Hitting latest vaccine milestone, Biden pushes shots for all
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