A Greenwich resident who built a life on stolen identities—and a marriage so fake he couldn't recognize his "wife's" tattoos—is heading to federal prison. Dickson Alorwornu, 36 (alias "Dixon Al"), was sentenced this week to 48 months for a sophisticated scheme that defrauded UConn and other universities of over $500,000. The "Overfund" Hustle Operating from right here in Greenwich, Alorwornu’s scam was highly calculated: Enroll: Used stolen IDs to register as a UConn student

CT Senator Ryan Fazio’s decision to run for governor has opened one of Connecticut’s most closely watched legislative seats, setting the stage for a competitive race in the 36th State Senate District. For the past several years, Fazio has represented Greenwich, New Canaan, and portions of Stamford in Hartford, building a profile as a Republican focused on affordability, energy costs, and fiscal discipline. Republican Favorite. Republicans are expected to rally behind Joe Kel

On February 26, 2026, 183-year-old Stanley Black & Decker announced the closing of its New Britain manufacturing plant—the last of its production plants in CT, where it once employed thousands of machinists. This is a major blow to the city’s industrial history and marks the end of an era for local manufacturing. The Closure: The Myrtle Street plant in New Britain produces one-sided tape measures. The company is pivoting to double-sided printing on the tape blade and smart

If your phone buzzed today with a frantic message from the "CT DMV" claiming you owe money for a mystery speeding ticket, take a deep breath. The Greenwich Police Department (GPD) is reporting a wave of fraudulent text messages targeting residents. These scams claim you have "unpaid traffic fines" and demand immediate payment to avoid dire consequences—ranging from license suspension to legal action and credit ruin. Reality Check. The DMV does not text you for money. Period

In 1996, Cosmo Kramer and Newman thought they had discovered a "magnificent" loophole: load a mail truck with 5-cent New York bottles, drive to Michigan, and redeem them for 10 cents. In 2026, that "loophole" isn't a sitcom plot—it’s a multi-million dollar headache for the State of Connecticut. The Seinfeld Scheme Newman famously "crunched" the numbers and realized the only thing stopping them was the overhead of gas and tolls. Watch: Kramer & Newman's Recycling Scheme here

Ever wonder why Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy's frequent appearances on Sunday morning talk shows and his warnings about "threats to democracy" and "fascism" aren't exactly setting the world on fire? It turns out you aren't the only one tuning this out. In a recent deep dive for The Silver Bulletin , data guru Nate Silver ranked the 18 top contenders for the 2028 Democratic Presidential nomination. Murphy didn't just miss the top tier—he anchored the very bottom of the fie

As the Connecticut General Assembly got underway this March, a familiar but intensified battle is unfolding in Hartford. While Governor Ned Lamont continues to champion "affordability" through targeted rebates, a powerful Tax Equity Caucus of over 50 progressive Democrat lawmakers is pushing a trio of bills designed to structurally "tax the rich." The "Tax the Rich" Proposals: Following a packed public hearing on February 27, 2026, three specific bills have become the lightni

If you were watching the news on February 24, 2026, you didn't just see a speech—you witnessed a deep-seated identity crisis for the Nutmeg State. The defining image of the night wasn’t a policy proposal, but a stark visual divide in the House chamber. At one point, President Trump turned to the assembly and asked them to stand if they agreed that the “first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.” The result was a jarring split-sc

The National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting in D.C. (Feb 19–21, 2026) has always been a rare bipartisan breather—three days of policy talk followed by a 90-minute business meeting at the White House and a glamorous black-tie dinner. But this year, the tradition is in tatters. After the White House initially signaled it would limit the business session to Republicans—only relenting to include most Democrats after a public standoff with NGA leadership—it still drew

The American Dream is currently under legislative assault in Hartford. Senate Bill 151, titled An Act Prohibiting Certain Land Use and Zoning Limitations on Housing , is being marketed as a way to allow more starter homes and senior housing. In reality, it represents a state-mandated dismantling of the single-family neighborhoods that define our community. The Hartford Narrative vs. Local Reality. In the state capital, activists such as Casey Moran argue that local zoning

On January 17, 2026, Greenwich Police successfully intercepted an out-of-town "fraud crew" moving along East Putnam Avenue from Riverside to Old Greenwich. The arrest highlights the flow of professional criminals into affluent suburbs, like Greenwich. The Arrest: A License Plate Reader (LPR) alerted Greenwich patrol units that a stolen vehicle had entered Greenwich near I-95 Exit 5. Officers converged on a Shell Gas Station located at 1429 East Putnam Avenue near the Greenw

In a TV Interview on February 10 with Fox Business News host Larry Kudlow, President Trump criticized Connecticut's voting integrity laws and took a swipe at Democrat CT Senator Richard Blumenthal. Kudlow, a Redding, CT resident, said, "I vote in the state of CT. You don't need a photo ID. You could vote if you just show them a credit card or a debit card, which anybody can get their hands on. I think it's a scam." Responding to Kudlow, Trump said, "Connecticut is a very

In his February 4, 2026 State of the State address, Governor Ned Lamont significantly shifted his tone, moving away from his characteristic moderate pragmatism to deliver a sharp critique of the federal government. He explicitly framed Washington’s policies—particularly regarding immigration and fiscal cuts—as the primary drivers of economic and social anxiety in Connecticut. Rebukes of Federal Enforcement. Lamont directed his most severe criticism toward U.S. Immigration an

At his State of the State address on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Governor Ned Lamont announced the centerpiece of his 2026 legislative agenda: a one-time sales tax rebate. This plan would send checks of $200 per person to help residents struggling with high energy costs and persistent inflation. If approved by the General Assembly in May 2026, the checks will hit mailboxes just in time for the November 2026 election campaign season. A Token Gesture. The plan would provide

Could the CT income tax be repealed? Betsy McCaughey, the conservative firebrand and wildcard factor in the 2026 gubernatorial race, says it can be done. Once seen as a two-way match between Erin Stewart and Ryan Fazio, the GOP primary has been disrupted by McCaughey and her promise to eliminate the income tax within five years. From Best to Worst. In 1991, Connecticut—then one of the most prosperous states in the nation—voted in a "temporary" personal income tax. What st

Education Secretary Linda McMahon was scheduled to visit McKinley elementary school in Fairfield, CT, as part of her 50-State "History Rocks" tour—until her visit was abruptly cancelled. A handful of parents raised "concerns" about the event, which was slated for Friday, January 30. American History Celebrated. In the initial announcement on Wednesday, January 28, McKinley Principal Christine Booth praised the program: "Students will enjoy a dynamic, interactive assembly th

If you're planning to have an emergency, you might want to check this dashboard first. The Connecticut College of Emergency Physicians (CCEP) just released a first-of-its-kind public dashboard to track hospital efficiency. The data ranks 27 Connecticut hospitals by the average time a patient waits from the moment they arrive at the ER until they are officially admitted to a bed. Here are highlights from the rankings: Greenwich Hospital : 3.1 hours (ranked #1) Stamford Hosp

Connecticut schools are now the epicenter of a high-stakes national battle over the definition of fairness in athletics. This week, the Department of Education (DOE) launched a national sweep of 18 Title IX investigations across 10 states. While Waterbury was the lone Connecticut district in this latest round, it joins Cromwell, Bloomfield, and Canton in a growing list of CT schools facing the threat of losing millions in federal funding. Out of Step. Connecticut's approa

Our politicians seem out of touch with the concerns of law-abiding Connecticut citizens. Most citizens want safe communities and an affordable cost of living, but recently our state leaders seem more intent on obstructing federal law than addressing the needs of their own constituents. The year started with Connecticut politicians butting heads against Federal initiatives meant to clean up voter rolls, prevent welfare fraud, and enforce the deportation of illegal immigrants

A major environmental emergency last week shut down Farms Road—an important artery that connects Taconic Road in Greenwich with Riverbank Road in Stamford, not far from the Stanwich Club and Mianus River Park. What began as a report of a fallen tree has escalated into a massive, multi-day remediation effort after roughly 2,300 gallons of heating oil were released into the ground after a vehicle—which officials are investigating as a likely fuel delivery tanker—sustained a c