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Bridgeport's Dominican Day Parade Celebrates Cultural Heritage with City Council President Leading

Bridgeport's Dominican Day Parade Celebrates Cultural Heritage with City Council President Leading

Bridgeport's Dominican Day Parade Celebrates Cultural Heritage with City Council President Leading

American Mural Project Announces August Event Lineup Featuring Historical and Community Programs

American Mural Project Announces August Event Lineup Featuring Historical and Community Programs

The American Mural Project (AMP) has unveiled its August 2026 schedule of events at its Winsted, Connecticut venue, which houses the world's largest indoor collaborative artwork. The lineup includes a historical program centered on the Great Flood of 1955, which devastated Winsted and nearby communities. This program features a documentary, an educational lecture, and an exhibit showcasing photographs and artifacts from the flood. Additionally, AMP will host community events such as The Big Ol’ Family Day Arty Party and a Piano Happy Hour. The venue will also continue its WORKS FOR ME! initiative, offering free admission to teachers and educators throughout August. The events are part of AMP's year-long celebration of America250, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Connecticut State Library Secures $750,000 NEH Grant to Preserve Revolutionary War Records

Connecticut State Library Secures $750,000 NEH Grant to Preserve Revolutionary War Records

The Connecticut State Library has been awarded a $750,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to lead a project titled 'Preserving Connecticut’s Revolutionary Archive.' This initiative is part of the NEH's Rediscovering Our Revolutionary Tradition program, which commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence. The project aims to protect, digitize, and share original records from the American Revolution, including government records, letters, court records, maps, and artifacts. The project will involve a partnership of six institutions, including the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History and the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center. The materials will be made available online through platforms like the Connecticut Digital Archive and the Digital Public Library of America.

Busy Signal and Wayne Wonder to Receive Reggae Icon Award at Grand Gala

Busy Signal and Wayne Wonder to Receive Reggae Icon Award at Grand Gala

Busy Signal and Wayne Wonder to Receive Reggae Icon Award at Grand Gala

Professional Women's Hockey League Requires Work Authorization for Remote Roles

Professional Women's Hockey League Requires Work Authorization for Remote Roles

Professional Women's Hockey League Requires Work Authorization for Remote Roles

UW-Madison Faces Lawsuit Over Race-Based Scholarships Following Supreme Court Ruling

UW-Madison Faces Lawsuit Over Race-Based Scholarships Following Supreme Court Ruling

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is facing a lawsuit filed by conservative groups, including the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, Young America’s Foundation, and Citizens Defending Liberty. The lawsuit, filed in Waukesha County Circuit Court, targets the university's race-based scholarships and grants, alleging they violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This legal action follows a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision that deemed undergraduate retention grants for minority students unconstitutional. The lawsuit names five top administrators at UW-Madison, including Interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots and Provost John Zumbrunnen. Despite abandoning several race-based scholarships since 2023, the university continues to administer at least 20 such programs, which the plaintiffs argue lack transparency.

Greek Prime Minister Praises Christopher Nolan for 'The Odyssey' Film Success

Greek Prime Minister Praises Christopher Nolan for 'The Odyssey' Film Success

Greek Prime Minister Praises Christopher Nolan for 'The Odyssey' Film Success

Houston's Minority Business Program Ruled Unconstitutional by Federal Judge

Houston's Minority Business Program Ruled Unconstitutional by Federal Judge

A federal judge has ruled that a longstanding Houston program requiring some government contracts to be awarded to minority-owned businesses is unconstitutional. The decision came after a lawsuit filed by a white couple, Gerald and Theresa Thompson, who claimed their landscaping businesses faced racial discrimination due to the program. U.S. Judge David Hittner determined that the race-conscious portion of the Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise Program violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. The ruling follows a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down affirmative action in college admissions, influencing similar legal challenges across the country.

Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Trump's Religious Liberty Commission for Lack of Diversity

Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Trump's Religious Liberty Commission for Lack of Diversity

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the composition of President Trump's Religious Liberty Commission, which was accused of lacking religious and ideological diversity. The lawsuit, filed by a coalition of multifaith organizations, argued that the commission, composed solely of Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish members, violated the Federal Advisory Committee Act's requirement for a fair balance of viewpoints. The court ruled that the commission's membership is sufficiently diverse, noting that the religious beliefs of its members are not relevant to its function. The commission was established by President Trump in May 2025 to report on religious liberty in the U.S. by July 2026. Despite the dismissal, the plaintiffs, represented by Americans United for Separation of Church and State and Democracy Forward, expressed disappointment and concern over the commission's perceived Christian Nationalist bias.

Connecticut Department of Transportation Begins $1.6 Billion New Haven Line Upgrade for Faster Service

Connecticut Department of Transportation Begins $1.6 Billion New Haven Line Upgrade for Faster Service

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT) has commenced work on a $1.6 billion project to upgrade the New Haven line, aiming to provide faster train service by 2035. This project, which involves upgrading 3.1 miles of track between Stratford and Bridgeport, is part of a larger effort to improve one of the oldest and busiest commuter rail lines in the U.S. The first phase of the project is being executed under a $340 million contract with Yonkers Contracting Company, with funding contributions from the Federal Rail Administration, Connecticut, and Amtrak. The project includes replacing catenary lines, constructing a new station, and upgrading roadbeds to allow higher train speeds. However, the completion of the entire project will require an additional $1.3 billion in funding.

Today in history, August 14

Today in history, August 14

Today in history, August 14

Governor Mills Declares August 1-2 as Maine's Sixth Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend

Governor Mills Declares August 1-2 as Maine's Sixth Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend

Governor Janet Mills has declared August 1-2, 2026, as Maine's Sixth Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend. The event encourages residents and visitors to celebrate Maine's state berry at various locations across the state, including farms, restaurants, and breweries. The proclamation was made at Fields Fields Blueberries in Dresden, with key figures such as Agriculture Commissioner Amanda Beal and Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine's Eric Venturini present. The weekend aims to honor the contributions of farmers and agriculture workers to Maine's economy, with a special focus on the role of women in farming. The event will feature activities like farm tours, blueberry picking, and the sale of blueberry products. Maine is a leading producer of wild blueberries in the U.S., harvesting 55 million pounds last year.