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CT auto insurance rates headed for increases in 2025. Here’s why and what could drive it even higher

A radical shift in driving habits also is partly to blame. Traveling at speeds well above the legal limit has become more common, leading to increased crashes with more extensive damage.

Auto insurance rate increases appeared to be moderating in Connecticut but tariffs imposed by the federal government may raise the cost of coverage. (Aaron Flaum/Hartford Courant)

Although the coronavirus pandemic has largely faded into a past memory, many Connecticut state employees have not returned to the office fulltime in 2025 to do their jobs.

From the White House to NY, workers being ordered back to office. How about CT state employees?

The UConn men's basketball team lost its fourth consecutive road game at Seton Hall, 69-68, after a last-second tip-in during overtime on Saturday.

Road killer: UConn men’s basketball falls at lowly Seton Hall on last-second tip-in, 69-68, in overtime

The legislation would raise the minimum age to purchase assault weapons from 18 to 21.

In America, you can buy assault weapons at 18. New legislation backed by CT lawmakers may change that.

Her supporters claim she is fighting to keep rates down by holding Eversource and United Illuminating to account.

CT GOP leaders want state chief utility regulator subpoenaed for records in wake of text messages

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