Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies
The Trump administration has fired more than a dozen independent inspectors general at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of ...
Hegseth is quickly sworn in as defense secretary after dramatic Senate vote
The unusually narrow confirmation came after questions from members in both parties over Hegseth’s qualifications.
Senate confirms Noem as Trump’s homeland security secretary
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary on Saturday, putting the South Dakota ...
He’s emboldened, he’s organized and he’s still Trump: Takeaways from the president’s opening days
President Donald Trump’s first week in office isn’t over yet, but already it offers signals about how his next four years in ...
Reader’s speak: The CVS in downtown Hartford is closing. So sad.
I live in the same building as the CVS. It’s more than your suburban CVS, it’s a place where residents can pick up a drink or ...
Second case of bird flu confirmed in Connecticut
Highly pathogenic avian influenza, or H5N1, has been confirmed in a backyard flock of birds in New Haven County, marking the ...
Check out new LEGO resale store building a following in Michigan
WASHTENAW COUNTY – A new LEGO resale store is serving Ann Arbor the building blocks for a constructive hobby.
State Department freezes new funding for nearly all US aid programs worldwide
The State Department ordered a sweeping freeze Friday on new funding for almost all U.S. foreign assistance, making ...
2025 Mystic Irish Parade selects Grand Marshal: ‘Integral part of the Mystic community for decades’
The 2025 Mystic Irish Parade has revealed their Grand Marshal: Judi Caracausa, a Mystic resident and real estate broker.
What’s Connecticut’s most feared road to drive in winter? Survey found the answer
A survey of 3,000 drivers by Gunther VW Daytona looked to find the most feared roads during winter, with five from ...
A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff
The rare unfurling of an endangered plant that emits the smell of decaying flesh drew hundreds of devoted fans to a ...
Drive-By Truckers, Jim Belushi and a spate of tribute bands on deck this week in CT arts
The Courant’s arts picks for Jan. 26 through Feb. 2 include an additional spate of tribute bands and a range of original acts ...