Young Voters Find Outreach Lacking in State Races
Why younger Americans often feel overlooked, what barriers discourage participation, and how more authentic outreach could strengthen voter turnout ahead of future elections.
DACA-era support groups find new purpose as ICE steps up activity
When news spread that Keyla Vazquez-Zuniga, a Southern Connecticut State University nursing student, had been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement on March 31, fear moved quickly across campus.
New CT law strengthens immigrant protections in sensitive locations
A new Connecticut law will provide further protections for the state’s immigrant population.
From Caregiver Credits to Internet Access: CT’s New Policies Offer Boost for Latino Communities
Advocates say these changes address long‑standing gaps in caregiving support, digital equity, and community well‑being.
CT lawmakers are divided over ICE. What to know
Gov. Ned Lamont earlier this month urged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to stay out of Connecticut, gaining praise from fellow Democrats and criticism from Republicans on a controversial issue that has divided the nation as well.
Hartford looks to end parking contract with ICE
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam has requested the immediate termination of a contract between the Hartford Parking Authority and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE.
New ‘People’s Migrant School’ in Hartford connects UConn to community
The University of Connecticut, along with the Hartford Deportation Defense, launched the first session of the new ‘People’s Migrant School’ in Hartford.
CT faith leaders, advocates press lawmakers to protect immigrants
As state legislators inside the Capitol in Hartford discussed the possibility of a special session on Monday, faith leaders and immigrant advocates rallied outside the building, urging the lawmakers to prioritize immigrant safety.
CT groups host first ‘Families Belong Together’ Day of Action
Connecticut organizations came together for a day of action on Oct. 11 to help immigrant families.
Connecticut refugees fear for their right to remain in the U.S.
Amid recent mass deportations, travel bans, and visa program cancellations, Connecticut’s diverse refugee communities are living in fear that their
Bill passed in CT legislature bars police from handcuffing youths in most cases
After being sentenced to 10 years in prison at the age of 18, Jordy Ojedis has become an advocate for
A lack of immigration lawyers in CT means big court backlogs
On a Tuesday afternoon in a Hartford courtroom, a small crowd of about 20 people waited to be called before