AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoImmigration & Due Process: U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal visited Hartford immigration court, calling it “purposeful chaos” as enforcement ramps up across Connecticut. Public Safety & Privacy: Connecticut towns are installing AI-powered license plate readers on school buses, with opponents raising privacy concerns and supporters pointing to enforcement data. Education Funding: Comptroller Sean Scanlon says Connecticut’s special education funding crisis is worsening, warning reforms to budget caps are needed to cover a growing shortfall. Arts & Community: Mel Allen, author of “Here in New England,” is set to visit Meredith Public Library for a talk and book signing. Culture & Health: A new op-ed explores why women seeking relief from anxiety and pain often get fast-tracked to sedatives like benzodiazepines and newer options such as kratom. Veterans Services: The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs will host Stand Down events at six locations statewide, including Bristol. Local Politics: New Haven attorney Alex Taubes filed to challenge Mayor Justin Elicker in 2027, pitching a “Bad Mayor” campaign. Arts Spotlight: Artist Carroll Dunham is returning to sculpture in a new exhibition opening Sept. 9 at Matthew Brown Gallery.
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