Al Paolillo

This Saturday, the 6th annual Connecticut Statewide Gun Buyback and Gun Safe Giveaway Day is taking place, and New Haven is participating in the gun safe giveaway portion.

Today marks the effective date for a number of bills that passed in the 2026 legislative session.

A nor'easter is heading our way this weekend. This long-duration storm is expected to bring rain, which could be heavy at times, as well as strong wind gusts. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe.

While higher energy prices are raising concerns about keeping our homes warm this winter, there is help for families who will struggle with their heating bills.

I'm proud to join the New Haven delegation in sharing that a number of projects in the city have been approved for Community Investment Funds. Final approval comes from the State Bond Commission at a later date.

More than a month after sustaining damage during a storm, Lighthouse Point Park is reopening on September 18!

The U-Pass CT program launched in Fall 2017 and provides free public transportation to eligible students enrolled at participating UConn campuses and Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) schools. The cost is included in student fees, so students only need their U-Pass CT and valid student ID when boarding participating services.

This weekend, parts of the state experienced significant rainfall, resulting in flooding and damage to roadways, businesses, and homes.  DESPP’s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) is working with local officials to assess next steps.