Connecticut Congresswoman Jahana Hayes delivers a Democratic address on education funding. A so-called “animal sanctuary" in Suffolk gets slapped with more than 100 neglect charges. Officials in Connecticut are trying to get creative to save energy consumers money on their bills. Plus, Nassau residents are spotting more coyotes in their neighborhoods -- what that means for Long Island’s biodiversity.

Bundle up and grab your binoculars -- we’re taking a trip down the Connecticut River! Attorneys general from our region say DOGE access to personal data is unconstitutional. Prospect Medical Holdings says it’s running out of money. Plus, a Connecticut bill proposes policies for libraries amid an uptick in book bans.

The Trump administration sues New York state over its so-called sanctuary status. Legal officials question whether Nassau's cooperation with ICE goes against state law. Senator Christ Murphy speaks out against RFK Jr.’s senate confirmation to lead HHS. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Side Hustle series.

Governor Hochul announces a plan to connect MacArthur Airport to the LIRR station in Ronkonkoma. Governor Lamont looks to expand access to pre-K programs. New York lawmakers are not happy with a revamp of the state’s home healthcare system. The winner of this year’s Westminster Dog Show calls our region home. Plus, New Haven celebrates the Lunar New Year.

Connecticut nonprofits ask the state for more of a funding “safety net.” Long Island lawmakers call for independent oversight of the MTA. Twenty-two states sue New York over a law regarding fossil fuels. Plus, Connecticut Democrats rally around the head of PURA.

New York officials sound the alarm on a potential cut of the federal Department of Education. Environmental advocates want a "public benefits charge" to remain on Connecticut electric bills. The MTA says more folks are riding the LIRR since congestion pricing began. New Haven sues the Trump administration over immigration policies. Plus, Connecticut Republicans seem to be aligning themselves more with Trump in his second term.

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong challenges Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order. Live poultry markets on Long Island are set to shut down for a week in the hopes of curbing bird flu. It’s almost National Pizza Day – New Haven’s celebrating! Plus, election experts say one program is changing the game in New York State elections.

Suffolk County police look at changing their human trafficking investigations. U.S. Senator Chris Murphy was up at 3 a.m. talking on the floor to oppose President Donald Trump’s nomination to lead the Office of Management and Budget. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong says the state will commit to protecting gender-affirming care. Plus, the ski jump world cup hosted at Lake Placid start today.

Democrats on Long Island sue their county executive over what they say is a militia. Connecticut lawmakers and utility companies butt heads over the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. National Grid workers and union reps work to avoid a strike. Plus, trade concerns both the US and Canada still have despite a pause on threatened tariffs from Donald Trump.

Nassau County officials say their police will work with ICE. United Way of Greater New Haven receives almost $1 million to support early childcare. Bald eagles are getting spotted in Connecticut. Plus, a look from the CT Mirror on Governor Lamont’s budget before it’s released tomorrow.