John Henry Smith

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John Henry Smith interviews Thomas Balcerski, a presidential historian at Eastern Connecticut State University. Balcerski puts the unprecedented 2024 presidential race into historical context.

Connecticut Public Radio | By John Henry Smith Connecticut Huskies celebrate after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers in the NCAA Men's Basketball

After the massive property damage seen in Connecticut after the August storm, numerous insurance claims have been denied. One expert says many thought they were covered by their home insurance policy. They weren't.

About 150 years ago, legendary American author, Samuel Clemens — better known as Mark Twain — was one of the biggest stars in the world.

For 150 years, the Mark Twain House and Museum has stood as a monument to one of America’s greatest authors. Its interim leader talks about why Twain's legacy endures.

Each town faces unique vulnerabilities and solutions must be tailored to their specific risks, CT's top environment official Katie Dykes said.

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong says he's concerned about potential Trump campaign legal challenges, should the former president lose to Kamala Harris in November.

Attorney General William Tong said he has 'the highest possible level of concern' about legal challenges to the election results.

Connecticut Public Radio | By John Henry Smith U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks alongside U.S.