Connecticut

Connecticut is the southernmost state in the New England region of the Northeastern United States. It borders Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west, and Long Island Sound to the south. Its capital is Hartford, and its most populous city is Bridgeport. Connecticut lies between the major hubs of New York City and Boston along the Northeast Corridor, where the New York metropolitan area, which includes six of Connecticut's seven largest cities, extends well into the southwestern part of the state. Connecticut is the third-smallest state by area after Rhode Island and Delaware, and the 29th most populous with slightly more than 3.6 million residents as of 2020, ranking it fourth among the most densely populated U.S. states.
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Some of the key events about Connecticut

  • 1637
    The Pequot War resulted in the massacre of hundreds of Pequot Native Americans
  • 1639
    The Fundamental Orders, considered the first written constitution in Western tradition, were adopted in Connecticut
  • 1662
    The Connecticut Colony adopted "Black Code" laws, institutionalizing slavery
  • 1701
    Yale University was founded in New Haven, becoming one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States
  • 1788
    Connecticut became the fifth state to ratify the United States Constitution
  • 1842
    A devastating flood in Hartford caused significant damage and loss of life
  • 1844
    The first submarine was built and tested in Connecticut
  • 1877
    The first telephone exchange in the world was established in New Haven
  • 1937
    The first driver's license was issued in Connecticut
  • 1944
    The Hartford circus fire killed 167 people and injured over 700
  • 1954
    The world's first nuclear-powered submarine, USS Nautilus, was launched in Groton
  • 1955
    Severe flooding from hurricanes Connie and Diane caused widespread destruction
  • 1965
    The Connecticut State Constitution was amended to create a more powerful executive branch and a more independent legislative branch
  • 1965
    A major power blackout affected Connecticut and much of the Northeast
  • 1975
    Connecticut became the first state to pass a comprehensive Freedom of Information Act
  • 1983
    The Mianus River Bridge collapse on I-95 killed three people
  • 1999
    A mass shooting at the Connecticut Lottery headquarters left four dead
  • 2008
    Connecticut became the second state in the U.S. to legalize same-sex marriage
  • 2012
    The Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting resulted in 26 deaths
  • 2020
    The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted Connecticut's economy and public health

Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.

Connecticut Latest news

New England's groundbreaking Black mayor Thirman Milner dies at 91

New England's groundbreaking Black mayor Thirman Milner dies at 91

A year ago Connecticut lost **Thirman Milner**‚ who broke racial barriers in New England politics as its first elected Black mayor. His work in Hartford focused on making the city better for everyone

Society, Politics • November 29 2024 , 11:59 PM  •  4870 views
Indian-Americans in Georgia celebrate historic political moment at local pub

Indian-Americans in Georgia celebrate historic political moment at local pub

A group of Indian-Americans gathered at suburban Atlanta bar to watch election results roll in. Traditional snacks and modern politics mixed as community members cheered for their preferred candidate

Politics, Culture • November 6 2024 , 02:13 PM  •  2068 views
Connecticut voters make their choice: Navy veteran loses to foreign policy expert

Connecticut voters make their choice: Navy veteran loses to foreign policy expert

A well-known Senate voice on international matters keeps his Connecticut seat after defeating a business-owning navy veteran. His recent work focuses on African governance issues

Society, Politics • November 6 2024 , 02:09 AM  •  841 views
Connecticut voters face historic choice about mail-in ballot freedom

Connecticut voters face historic choice about mail-in ballot freedom

Connecticut might join most US states in allowing mail-in voting without requiring special reasons. The state-wide vote could change long-standing rules about how residents cast their ballots

Society, Politics • November 5 2024 , 01:18 PM  •  1011 views
Native Americans face complex path to ballot box in crucial swing states

Native Americans face complex path to ballot box in crucial swing states

Native American voters deal with unique challenges when trying to cast their ballots in US elections. Physical address requirements and distant polling places create extra steps for reservation residents

Society, Politics • November 2 2024 , 07:03 AM  •  5036 views
Connecticut's pioneer lawmaker gets unexpected backing from Greek groups

Connecticut's pioneer lawmaker gets unexpected backing from Greek groups

First Black congresswoman from Connecticut finds strong support from Divine Nine organizations. Members of Black Greek groups step up to help with her re-election campaign despite her non-member status

Society, Politics • October 31 2024 , 05:09 AM  •  4279 views