WSHU After All Things (New Haven)

A popular trail in the Adirondacks, closed for over a year due to a landslide, is undergoing significant repairs by state and volunteer crews. The efforts aim to restore access to Avalanche Pass, with volunteers actively participating in the rebuilding process.

The Revolution Wind project, Connecticut's first offshore wind initiative, is 95% complete and expected to be fully operational this year. The project, which faced significant opposition from the Trump administration, will ultimately power over 300,000 homes across New England.

Forecasters have revised their predictions for the Atlantic hurricane season, now expecting only up to two major hurricanes, one less than previously anticipated. This change is attributed to the strengthening El Nino phenomenon, which creates conditions that suppress storm formation.

New Haven is launching an initiative to provide free or affordable after school care for 2,000 children this year, aimed at supporting working families and enhancing educational opportunities. The program will be available for pre-K through eighth grade students, with registration opening soon.

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal is urging an investigation into the increased time unaccompanied immigrant children are spending in federal detention, which has risen from an average of 30 days in 2024 to 117 days in 2025. He claims the Office of Refugee Resettlement is slow-walking applications, but faces a lack of support from Republican colleagues for the investigation.

Stephen Schwally, a Long Island man, has been sentenced to 25 years to life for a drunk driving crash that killed four people. A Suffolk County jury found him guilty of murder, and the sentence is the maximum allowed under law.

Reports indicate an increase in the jellyfish population at local beaches this summer, particularly large red jellyfish. Experts explain that fluctuations in jellyfish numbers are common and can vary from year to year.

Groups in Mastic Beach, Brookhaven, and Port Washington will receive $20,000 each to support pollinator conservation efforts. The funding, part of a settlement with Monsanto over toxic weed killers, aims to expand community gardens and replace invasive plants with native species.

President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Nassau County, prompting local officials to prepare for road closures and heightened security measures. His visit is expected to include a meeting with Bruce Blakeman, who is running for governor, amidst planned protests from local groups.

Nearly a dozen individuals have been charged with orchestrating fraudulent green card marriages across eight states, including Connecticut and New York. Federal investigators report that over 1,000 marriages were arranged, with about 100 occurring in Connecticut alone.

A recent Siena University poll shows New York Governor Kathy Hochul leading her Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman by 10 percentage points. However, the race appears to be tightening as more Republicans are included in the polling sample, raising concerns for Democrats about Hochul's re-election prospects.

Connecticut's tourism industry experienced a boost, with 72 million visitors in 2025, marking a 6% increase in spending. The state has been actively promoting itself as a destination, leveraging social media and local attractions to draw in tourists.

In a surprising upset, Luke Brunin defeated longtime incumbent John Larson in the Democratic primary for Connecticut's first U.S. House District. Brunin's victory signals a potential shift in the party's direction, as he aims to bring changes from the ground up.

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont secured his position in the Democratic primary, defeating challenger Josh Elliott. In his victory speech, Lamont emphasized the need for party unity and focused on affordability as a key issue for his upcoming campaign.

Residents in Southhold expressed concerns about the use of flock cameras for surveillance at a town board meeting. The discussion was sparked by incidents of vandalism and fears of privacy violations associated with automatic license plate readers.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is campaigning in upstate New York as he seeks to unseat Governor Kathy Hochul. Immigration and public safety are central themes of his campaign, as he rallies support among local voters.

President Trump is set to appear with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who is campaigning against Governor Kathy Hochul. Blakeman expresses gratitude for Trump's visit, highlighting their political alignment, while Hochul's campaign criticizes Blakeman as a 'MAGA fanboy' amidst ongoing tensions over federal health care cuts.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Connecticut over a law allowing undocumented residents to pay in-state tuition, claiming it discriminates against U.S. citizens. Connecticut officials, including Governor Ned Lamont, vow to fight the lawsuit, emphasizing their commitment to educational access.

New York has introduced a mandatory boating safety course that includes lessons on avoiding collisions with whales. This law, pushed by animal advocates, aims to protect marine mammals as they increasingly inhabit Long Island waters, addressing the rising threats from fishing nets and boat collisions.

Automated license plate reading cameras are causing controversy in Connecticut, with police chiefs defending their effectiveness in solving crimes. Critics argue these cameras infringe on civil rights and privacy, highlighting the need for transparency in their use.