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Connecticut solar is changing the electric grid. Here’s what it could mean for electric bills here

Solar panels are installed at a home in Milford on May 8, 2015. The panels reduce how much electricity the regional grid must supply. But as the sun sets, demand on the electric grid climbs again. Solar panels on the southern facing roof of a garage/barn in Milford, Conn., on July 7, 2016. The panels reduce how much electricity the regional grid must supply. But as the sun sets, demand on the electric grid climbs again. Solar panels are installed on the roof of a business in Fairfield on July 18, 2018. On a sunny drive through Connecticut, rooftop solar is easy to spot on homes, barns and businesses. Its effect on the electric grid is less visible. Though the panels generate power close to where it is used, they do reduce how much electricity the regional grid must supply. Then, as the sun sets and solar production fades, demand on the grid climbs again. That daily dip and rise is…

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Caturday felid trifecta: Cats playing music; couple travels the world to photograph every wild cat species; new book on cats as muses; and lagniappe

We have the usual three items today plus a bit of lagniappe. Reader Peter found the mother lode of cat videos: MelodyMeowsic, which is a bunch of AI videos featuring jazz-playing cats and, I think, AI-composed music. But it’s worth a look anyway, and since the videos are often an hour long, you can use them as background music (with an occasional glance at the moggies) or as music to fall asleep to. Here’s their description: Welcome to a world where modern jazz meets feline elegance. ✨ Melody Meowsic is an elegant modern jazz cat band bringing smooth, sophisticated sounds to every moment. Our music blends the warm tones of acoustic guitar, soulful saxophone, expressive piano, gentle soft drums, and deep upright bass into a beautifully relaxing experience. 🎹🎸🎷 🎶 From calm mornings and productive work sessions to cozy cafés, late nights, reading, studying, relaxing, or simply enjoying…

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20 Connecticut lawmakers are leaving the General Assembly. What to know about the open seat races

Poll worker Jeff Taylor, of Fairfield, separates “I Voted” stickers during early voting in Fairfield. Voting is taking place on the second floor of the Fairfield University Bookstore, Post Road, Fairfield. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Fairfield, Conn. The 187 members of Connecticut's General Assembly cycle in and out. This year, the state Senate is losing six incumbents, including four to retirements, one primary ouster and one departure — Sen. Ryan Fazio — for a campaign for governor. That has created a half dozen open seats for Democrats and Republicans to pursue during the election. The House is losing 14 incumbents, also due to retirements, lost primaries or attempts at other political office. Party leaders say that replacements are often found by local party committees on town and city boards. The legislature evolves over time and it's important to bring in interested policymakers…

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UConn women's basketball downs Army in final preseason exhibition: Takeaways from the win

UConn players cheer on their team in the second half against Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. KK Arnold, right, of UConn steals the ball from Kya Smith of Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. Olivia Vukosa, center, of UConn reaches for a rebound against Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. Gandy Malou-Mamel, center, of UConn puts up a shot against Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. Kayleigh Heckel, right, of UCONN drives to the basket against Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. Jovana Popovic, left, of UConn shoots a layup after stealing the ball against Army at the M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on October 25, 2026. STORRS — UConn women’s basketball’s preseason…

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