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Connecticut visits Los Angeles after Charles’ 20-point outing

Connecticut visits Los Angeles after Charles’ 20-point outing

Connecticut Sun (3-17, 2-6 Eastern Conference) at Los Angeles Sparks (6-14, 3-10 Western Conference) Los Angeles; Sunday, 6 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Connecticut Sun takes on the Los Angeles Sparks after Tina Charles scored 20 points in the Sun’s...

Connecticut Department wins three America’s Transportation Awards

Connecticut Department wins three America’s Transportation Awards

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has been recognized with three awards in the America’s Transportation Awards for the Northeast Region. These awards, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation...

European Tariffs Could Hike The Price Of These Products In CT

European Tariffs Could Hike The Price Of These Products In CT

The EU trade ministers said the tariffs are "absolutely unacceptable" and said they are studying reciprocal measures. Posted Wed, Jul 16, 2025 at 11:14 am ET CONNECTICUT — Connecticut consumers could soon pay more for everything from French wine...

Connecticut Sun’s Olivia Nelson-Ododa knows basketball won’t last forever. She’s trying to build something that will.

Connecticut Sun’s Olivia Nelson-Ododa knows basketball won’t last forever. She’s trying to build something that will.

Even from across the world, it was a significant moment for Nelson-Ododa, who debuted her clothing and lifestyle brand, Kayelise, in September when she wore one of her designs in the tunnel before a WNBA game. “Seeing it happen, even from a...

Fact check: Does sunscreen increase the risk for skin cancer?

Fact check: Does sunscreen increase the risk for skin cancer?

Posts on social media have popped up recently, claiming that applying sunscreen reportedly increases the risk of skin cancer. Even though ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the main cause of melanomas, and sunscreen helps protect skin by filtering UV...

WAMC Sport Report 7/17/25: Von Miller signing 1-year deal with the Washington Commanders

WAMC Sport Report 7/17/25: Von Miller signing 1-year deal with the Washington Commanders

Von Miller is joining the Washington Commanders. Miller is signing a one-year contract with Washington. The NFL's active sacks leader posted to social media, “DC... What's good?” with an automated image of him in a No. 24 Commanders uniform. The...

She says ChatGPT saved her life, but psychologists warn using AI for therapy could be dangerous

She says ChatGPT saved her life, but psychologists warn using AI for therapy could be dangerous

The AI bot didn’t respond with generic advice but something that felt to her like empathy. It asked questions and reflected the pain she was feeling back to her in a way that felt human, that made her feel heard. “It was my last resort that day,”...

Maybe It’s Not Just Aging. Maybe It’s Anemia.

Maybe It’s Not Just Aging. Maybe It’s Anemia.

Gary Sergott felt weary all the time. “I’d get tired, short of breath, a sort of malaise,” he said. He was cold even on warm days and looked pale with dark circles under his eyes. His malady was not mysterious. As a retired nurse anesthetist,...

Connecticut Pilots a Better Way for Unhoused Kids and Caregivers to Access Homes

Connecticut Pilots a Better Way for Unhoused Kids and Caregivers to Access Homes

Truthout is an indispensable resource for activists, movement leaders and workers everywhere. Please make this work possible with a quick donation. Connecticut resident Stacey Duran’s youngest daughter was 3 months old when she fled an abusive...

US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets

US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets

Posted by Java Joe on Thursday, July 17, 2025 · Leave a Comment A Green Beret assigned to 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) prepares to launch a first person view drone to be used for a raid operation during Exercise Trojan Footprint with Greek...

Norwalk Public Schools At Risk of Losing Federal Funds

Norwalk Public Schools At Risk of Losing Federal Funds

NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Public Schools could potentially lose over $1 million in previously approved federal grants for several programs just before schools reopen this fall. At Tuesday’s NPS Board Special Business Meeting, Superintendent Dr....

Technology Transfer Helps Maximize Impact Of Montana State Plant Cultivars

Technology Transfer Helps Maximize Impact Of Montana State Plant Cultivars

BOZEMAN – Thanks to two unique licensing agreements, new camelina cultivars developed at Montana State University will have the opportunity to make maximum societal and commercial impact. The MSU Technology Transfer Office, or TTO, licensed two...

Researchers and the EPA Turn to PFAS Pollutants in the Air

Researchers and the EPA Turn to PFAS Pollutants in the Air

— Brian Scott-Smith, 7.8.2025Blue sky and clouds (CT Examiner) Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to subscribe. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. A one-month trial subscription is just $5. And if you want to unsubscribe? That’s online and at the...

"I knew none of you knew WNBA players" - Shane Gillis fools ESPYS attendees over false claim of his friend's wife being WNBA All-Star

"I knew none of you knew WNBA players" - Shane Gillis fools ESPYS attendees over false claim of his friend's wife being WNBA All-Star

Shane Gillis had a lot of jokes on Wednesday as he hosted the 2025 ESPY Awards inside the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Not everyone was safe from Gillis, who fooled every attendee after claiming his friend's wife was a WNBA All-Star....

Connecticut Expands Vision For Equity And Opportunity Across State Agencies

Connecticut Expands Vision For Equity And Opportunity Across State Agencies

Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz speaks during the Governor’s Council on Women and Girls full council meeting at the Legislative Office Building on July 1, 2025. DCF Commissioner Jodi Hill-Lilly is shown at left. Credit: Mia Palazzo / CTNewsJunkie...

Connecticut faces Seattle, seeks to stop 10-game skid

Connecticut faces Seattle, seeks to stop 10-game skid

Seattle Storm (12-7, 8-5 Western Conference) at Connecticut Sun (2-16, 2-6 Eastern Conference) Uncasville, Connecticut; Wednesday, 11 a.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Connecticut Sun looks to end its 10-game skid when the Sun take on Seattle Storm. The Sun...

45 recruits begin training at Connecticut Police Academy

45 recruits begin training at Connecticut Police Academy

A new class of recruits is beginning a rigorous journey at the Connecticut Police Academy. Read more about how future officers are preparing for the job's dangers. MERIDEN, Conn. — A new class of police recruits has begun its journey at the...

INTERVIEW: University of Connecticut

INTERVIEW: University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut research writer Elaina Hancock speaks with Marina Astitha, associate professor at UConn’s Environmental Engineering/Atmospheric and Air Quality Research Group, and her team to explore how they are using AI to better...

Connecticut Dem leaders lambast Trump’s ‘Beautiful Bill’

Connecticut Dem leaders lambast Trump’s ‘Beautiful Bill’

Gov. Ned Lamont addresses press conference July 7 regarding the federal cuts in Medicaid and SNAP benefits. State Social Services Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves looks on. Lawmakers representing the state and federal government returned from the...

Connecticut fields roster of more than 100 wrestlers for National championships in Fargo

Connecticut fields roster of more than 100 wrestlers for National championships in Fargo

Fairfield Warde's Jude Grammatico wrestles with Ridgefield's Carter Lanzilli during the 113-pound final at the Class LL wrestling championships In Trumbull on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025Dave Stewart/Hearst Connecticut Media More than 100 Connecticut...

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