We continue to follow the case surrounding Jacquline “Mimi” Torres-Garcia. What needs to change with DCF and others following this tragedy? We spoke with New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart about it.
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Host Paul Pacelli wondered on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" whether the starvation death of an 11-year-old girl - thought to have been homeschooled - should result in tighter homeschooling controls and protections (00:39). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio joined us with her thoughts on the possibility of increased state oversight over homeschooling (14:50). Columnist and blogger Chris Powell dropped by on the latest big stories, including his thoughts on the "No Kings" rallies (25:01)

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Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" talking about a controversy surrounding a photo of East Hartford Democratic state Sen. Saud Anwar at a "No Kings" rally the previous weekend (00:44). Connecticut Republican Party Chairman Ben Proto (06:26) and GOP State Sen. Dr. Jeff Gordon (14:23) also addressed the situation with Sen. Anwar. Paul also wondered what's next for the "No Kings" crowd (23:38). CBS News Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined us from Capitol Hill with the latest developments regarding the ongoing government shutdown (36:55)

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Trumbull officials are looking into the possible placement of speed enforcement cameras around town. The process will begin with the town developing a plan and creating an ordinance, followed by a public hearing and obtaining state approval. We spoke with Trumbull Police Chief Lombardo about what led to these conversations and where the cameras would go if approved.

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A family in Virginia captured three masked people on their doorbell camera taunting them, terrorizing them and destroying property. We asked crime prevention expert, Jim Perez, about what homeowners should do in this situation and what “ding dong ditchers” should think about before pulling any pranks.

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A controversial 45-unit, 81-bedroom, 64-parking-space apartment building just got approval in Fairfield. It is on Reef Road which is the beach area of town and is considered an 8-30g project. But now there is an appeal for the decision. Alexis Harrison the Town Planning and Zoning Commission voted against the plan and explained the issues around the project.

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What’s going on with the Trumbull Mall? In general, shopping malls have been getting creative across the country to stay relevant. But the Trumbull Mall has been struggling it seems to fill store fronts and remain an attractive destination. For clarity on the property, we spoke with Trumbull First Selectwoman Vicki Tesoro and Economic and Community Development Director, Rina Bakalar.

To read the mall study: https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/1112/Trumbull-Mall-Area-Transformation

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Thursday's edition of "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli (00:34) and Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang (16:43) commenting on a vote earlier in the day by the Connecticut Siting Council on United Illuminating's controversial "monopole" plan through parts of Fairfield and Bridgeport. We also chatted with CBS News Washington reporter Linda Kenyon for the latest on the federal government shutdown (22:57)

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We spoke with Wakeman Boys and Girls Club, serving kids in Bridgeport and Fairfield, about their annual Over the Edge fundraising event on October 25th. 

For more information: https://www.wakemanclub.org/events

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