Unilever’s new global innovation center will now be in downtown New Haven. The republican candidate for New York governor weighs in on the new state budget. A Long Island firework show was cancelled over concern for nearby bald eagles. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s The Making of U.S. and Birdsong Break.

The “Connecticut is boring” narrative? Officially outdated, according to the state’s social media creators. A Long Island post office could be named to honor Luis Alverez. Retiring Connecticut Senate President Martin Looney was praised at a special session. Plus, New York finally has a budget.

Two Long Island communities will get millions for groundwater clean-up. Governor Lamont signs the state budget into law. Connecticut’s AG will lead an investigation into the gaming platform Roblox. Plus, a controversial industrial park is coming to Suffolk.

Officials want Long Islanders to be on the lookout for algal blooms this summer. Connecticut lawmakers express concern over how parking lot license plate readers are being used. New York will not require registration for e-bikes, for now. Plus, hurricane season this year doesn't look too bad!

Connecticut state parks expand access for folks with mobility issues. How to save at the pump if you plan on traveling this Memorial Day weekend. Governor Lamont criticizes a requested Eversource rate hike. A handful of Long Island school districts failed to pass a budget this month. Plus, there are a few animals to be mindful of this spring.

Does Ryan Fazio want Trump’s endorsement for Connecticut governor? Governor Hochul joins moderate Democrats in other states in securing new laws to protect immigrants. Suffolk police roll out a new device to help detect impaired drivers. Plus, is Connecticut business friendly?

Save the Sound releases their annual beach report ahead of the swimming season. President Trump was in Connecticut today for the Coast Guard Academy graduation. The Nassau County executive says the Governor should not be let off the hook for the LIRR strike. Plus, a unique fish passage project in Connecticut is the country’s first.

The three day strike on the Long Island Railroad is over. A top Connecticut university system official resigns amid a scandal with other leaders. New York delays its rollout of electric school buses. Plus the latest from WSHU’s Long Story Short.

LIRR workers are on strike. Ryan Fazio is Connecticut Republicans nominee for governor. A landmark food transparency law in New York awaits the governor’s signature. Plus, it’s the latest from WSHU’s The Making of U.S.

The Justice Department says Yale University’s School of Medicine is illegally discriminating on the basis of race. New York still can’t pass a budget. Connecticut is backstopping some federal cuts to research programs at UConn. Plus, a visit to Connecticut’s accordion museum.

Governor Hochul weighs in on the potential LIRR strike. Erin Stewart suspends her campaign for Connecticut governor. Two Long Island communities get a boost for downtown revitalization projects. Plus, a conversation with comedian Lisa Lampanelli.

Connecticut announces its America 250 lineup of celebrations. A state judge says Bruce Blakeman can access public funds for his campaign for New York governor. A federal grant will expand access to local food in eastern Connecticut schools. Plus, it’s the latest from WSHU’s Good at Heart.