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Connecticut's P-card controversies put government spending under scrutiny in election year
1+ hour, 7+ min ago (822+ words) New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart. The use of government-issued purchase card is under scrutiny in Connecticut after revelations that former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart used a city-issued credit card to pay for personal expenses. The controversy over the use…...
Who makes more, Connecticut's top-paid CEO or an entire town?
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (14+ words) Stamford Advocate...
Blue Cross Blue Shield customers to receive checks, payments from $2. 67 billion settlement
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (302+ words) The logo of Blue Cross Blue Shield pictured in'Detroit. Blue Cross Blue Shield customers could receive a payment from the company in May as part of a $2. 67 billion'settlement. More than 30 Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans first were sued in…...
Connecticut weighs Medicaid rate hikes amid concerns over cuts in health care services
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (1201+ words) Gov. Ned Lamont gives his State of the State address Feb. 4 during opening day of the 2026 legislative session in Hartford. Kathlene Gerrity said it feels like she's stuck in a time loop each time she appears before state lawmakers to…...
A Medicaid 'spend down' may get an older person long-term care coverage but isn't a DIY strategy
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (633+ words) The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that more than half people over age 65 will need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing or eating at some point, either for an extended period or the rest of their…...