CT by the Numbers

12/27/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/advisory-committee-named-for-state-health-equity-initiative

Connecticut’s Health Care Cabinet has appointed 21 community leaders from diverse backgrounds to serve on the Connecticut AHEAD Advisory Committee, advising the Governor’s office and Office of Health Strategy on health policy initiatives. 

12/23/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/artificial-intelligence-to-be-focus-of-fellowship-at-state-capitol

The Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (CASE) is accepting applications for a one-year CASE Fellowship at the state legislature - the Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) Artificial Intelligence Policy Fellowship, to get underway in 2025.

12/22/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/strong-response-to-nations-first-christmas-movie-trail-in-connecticut-of-course-is-a-historic-sequel-next

Just weeks ago, Connecticut, in a celebration of cinema and the holiday season, unveiled the nation’s first-ever Christmas Movie Trail. But that’s not the only place that scenes of Connecticut are featured on the nation’s networks.

12/22/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/southern-new-england-regional-commission-proposed-to-boost-economic-development

The Southern New England Regional Commission Act would establish a commission that would encourage jurisdictions at different levels to work together to leverage federal support to strengthen the area’s economy.

12/09/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/cellphone-or-no-cellphone-for-parents-of-pre-teens-and-teens-that-is-the-question

As many – perhaps event most – parents of pre-teens and teens struggle with if, when and how to permit the use of mobile phones, the Connecticut Board of Education has now been joined by the American Psychological Association in issuing guidance and recommendations.

12/04/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/severe-weather-arriving-in-connecticut-sooner-rather-than-later

If we have the data showing that the hotter and wetter summers are increasing the danger of weather events occurring - and we do - it is important to plan for them at the individual, municipal, and statewide level, according to the state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.

12/03/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/bridgeport-soldier-killed-in-wwii-buried-in-us-nearly-80-years-later

U.S. Army Sgt. Hagop Jack Zarifian was killed in Germany 79 years ago during World War II, and has finally returned to the U.S. for burial. The Bridgeport, Connecticut native was employed as a draftsman at General Electric in Bridgeport when he enlisted in the Army at age 19.

12/02/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/rells-legacy-already-in-action-keep-it-civil-campaign-underway

The passing, a week ago, of former Governor M. Jodi Rell, has brought renewed attention to an initiative that observers note is much-needed.  It is a recently-launched initiative of the Governor M. Jodi Rell Center for Public Service at the University of Hartford, titled Keep It Civil!

11/27/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/e132xpr2gi5grpw650863gwbg5sxr9

The University of Connecticut has announced the winners of the 2024 Malka Penn Award for Human Rights in Children's Literature, which honors outstanding children's books that explore important human rights issues.

11/26/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/just-how-natural-are-these-disasters

When people hear the word “disaster,” they often think of it as an acute event, a disruption, or something unpredictable. However, many weather events we may refer to as disasters are not matters of pure chance, but rather the result patterns and decisions over a longer timetable.

11/26/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/half-of-ct-residents-report-one-or-more-barriers-to-accessing-oral-health-care

A newly released public opinion survey of Connecticut residents has found a multi-faceted view of barriers residents face when it comes to accessing oral health care, and outlines policy recommendations aimed at reducing those barriers.

11/26/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.squarespace.com/ctnews/ct-paid-leave-program-provides-safety-net-for-residents-living-with-food-insecurity

Connecticut’s Paid Leave program is reminding Connecticut residents that income replacement is available for workers with a serious health condition, and their caregivers, to help offset the cost of living when they need to take time away from work to recover or provide care, as we head into the h...

11/26/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/ct-paid-leave-program-provides-safety-net-for-residents-living-with-food-insecurity

11/08/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/small-business-administration-lending-in-ct-reflects-historic-increase-in-fiscal-year-2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Connecticut District Office reached historic volume through 1,058 approved SBA loans totaling over $383 million to small businesses during FY24 (October 2023-September 2024). The 1,058 loans approved in FY24 represent an increase of 18.3% over FY23’s 8...

11/03/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/click-to-cancel-will-be-easier-for-consumers-federal-trade-commission-announces

The Federal Trade Commission has announced a  final “click-to-cancel” rule  that will require sellers to make it as easy for consumers to cancel their enrollment as it was to sign up.

10/31/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/data-on-teen-driver-fatalities-and-crashes-leading-to-serious-injury-earn-focus-during-safety-week

Teen driver fatalities and crashes leading to serious injury within the state have more than doubled from 2018 to 2022, according to Connecticut Transportation Safety Research Center.  Nationally, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15-20 year olds. That data is highli

10/31/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/982qbjh4ge8781hxlpnu4clbs75gvd

In what is described as a significant boost to the maritime industry and workforce development, a $12.5 million contract has been awarded to Junior Achievement USA – with Junior Achievement of Southwest New England, based in Hartford, leading the way. The funding will support a new shipbuilding ca...

10/31/2024

https://ctbythenumbers.news/ctnews/national-award-recognizes-ct-partnership-to-improve-behavioral-health-treatments-for-youth

The Society for Implementation Research Collaboration has presented the prestigious 2024 SIRC Mission Award to a successful partnership between the Child Health and Development Institute, the Connecticut Department of Children and Families, model developers, and a statewide network of community-base