U.S. Embassy in Budapest opens Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund for 2026 proposals

The U.S. Embassy in Budapest is now accepting applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) for projects supporting Hungarian communities and marking America’s upcoming milestone anniversary. Grants range from $5,000 to $35,000 for eligible teams of non-U.S.-citizen exchange program alumni.



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Connecticut Bar Association leaders attend ABA Day in Washington, D.C.

Leaders from the Connecticut Bar Association joined national colleagues at ABA Day in Washington this March. They advocated for funding public defenders and supporting legal aid programs while meeting lawmakers. The association continues efforts that include education initiatives reaching over 7,000 members statewide.


Garrett Eucalitto, Commissioner - Connecticut Department of Transportation

CTDOT plans rehabilitation or replacement of Whalley Ave bridge in New Haven

The Connecticut Department of Transportation plans major repairs or replacement for Whalley Avenue’s bridge over West River in New Haven. Design completion is set for early 2030 with construction anticipated later that year pending approvals. Community input remains encouraged throughout planning.
David X. Sullivan, Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut - https://www.mccarter.com/

Connecticut woman sentenced to prison for lying to obtain U.S. citizenship after war crimes

Nada Radovan Tomanić was sentenced by a Connecticut court for lying about her involvement in war crimes when applying for U.S. citizenship. Authorities say she concealed participation in abuse during Bosnia’s conflict while seeking naturalization.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas - State of Connecticut / Penn Athletics

Connecticut listed as one of 21 states permitting boys in girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Constitution State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Connecticut is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.

In 2024, Connecticut public pension holdings total $67.6 billion

In 2024, Connecticut had $67.6 billion in total cash and investment holdings in its public pension funds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.


Jason White Director at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station - Official Website

Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reports increased tick activity and disease threats

The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station has reported a rise in deer tick activity with high infection rates linked to Lyme disease.
Garrett Eucalitto, Commissioner - Connecticut Department of Transportation

Connecticut Department of Transportation announces open house on Hartford pedestrian improvements

The Connecticut Department of Transportation will host an open house on May 14 regarding plans for pedestrian improvements in Hartford. Residents can offer feedback on proposed changes aimed at increasing safety near highway ramps.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas - State of Connecticut / Penn Athletics

Analysis: Connecticut among 21 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Constitution State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Connecticut is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.