US appeals court rejects Trump bid to halt school mental health grants

The biggest threat to Connecticut’s children isn’t beyond our borders. It's right here at home.

Work crews clear Tropical Storm Isaias storm debris amid deactivated power lines in Westport, Conn. on Aug. 7, 2020. " data-medium-file="https://ctmirror.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AP21274801266388-336x224.jpg"…

The U.S. Capitol, partially reflected in a police vehicle windshield, is seen after a news conference on the 36th day of the government shutdown on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, in Washington. "…

Nationally, more than one in four high school students use e-cigarettes, according to federal data. Fruit, menthol and mint were the most popular flavors, with more than 60% of teens who vaped saying they used them. "…

A group of protesters in Fairfield on Sat., Jan. 10, 2026 team up to display a banner that says ‘Neighbors Not ICE’. " data-medium-file="https://ctmirror.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_0224-336x252.jpg"…

About 100 protesters gathered in front of the Capitol for a “Shut Down ICE” protest organized by Indivisible in Hartford on Jan. 13, 2026. "…

Sen. Doug McCrory, D-Hartford, listens to a discussion about a special education bill during session on May 30, 2025. " data-medium-file="https://ctmirror.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025_0530_SR_Session_058-336x224.jpg"…

United Way of Connecticut President Lisa Tepper Bates. A new report from the United Way says a family of four needs $126,000 to cover basic needs in Connecticut. " data-image-caption="United Way of Connecticut President Lisa Tepper Bates.…