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AI-Powered ‘Grandma’ Scams on the Rise, Experts Warn

Sep 9, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3pD4TSJNSg Scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to replicate the voices of grandchildren in order to trick grandparents into handing over large sums of money. These scams, known as "grandma scams," have become more sophisticated and convincing with the help of AI technology. In a recent incident reported by ABC News, an 89-year-old woman named Shirley was targeted by scammers who used AI to create a voice that sounded exactly like her grandson's. The scammers told Shirley that her grandson had been involved in a car accident and needed money to avoid being arrested. Shirley believed the scam and handed over $9,000 in cash. Experts warn that these types of scams are becoming more common and difficult to detect.…

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2024 Labor Day Weekend Traffic Statistics

Sep 1, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

2024 Labor Day Weekend Traffic Statistics - 08/31/2024The following are preliminary Labor Day Weekend traffic statistics.These are reflective of the time period beginning at midnight Friday, August 30th, 2024 and ending at 11:59 p.m., on Saturday, August 31st, 2024.The Connecticut State Police had a total of 2,842 calls for service.Speeding Violations – 316 Seatbelt Violations – 7Hazardous Moving Violations (Following too Closely, Failure to Move Over, etc.) - 211DUI Arrests – 12 Motor Vehicle Accidents – 192 With Injury – 13 Fatalities – 1 (Windsor) Serious Injury - 1 (Cromwell)Motorist Assists (Disabled Vehicles, Debris in Roadway, etc.) – 214

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GOVERNOR LAMONT AND CONNECTICUT OFFICIALS BRING ATTENTION TO AVAILABLE ADDICTION AND RECOVERY RESOURCES IN ADVANCE OF INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY

Aug 27, 2024 Alex

International Overdose Awareness Day Is an Annual Event Commemorated on August 31 (HARTFORD, CT) – In advance of International Overdose Awareness Day, which is commemorated annually on August 31, Governor Ned Lamont, members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation, the state’s constitutional officers, and state agency commissioners are reaffirming their commitment to combat the overdose crisis that has devastated communities across the state and nation and are bringing attention to addiction and recovery resources that are available in Connecticut. International Overdose Awareness Day is a global campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Connecticut has dedicated many resources toward combatting this crisis in an effort to prevent,…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT BIDEN APPROVES EMERGENCY DECLARATION FOR CONNECTICUT IN RESPONSE TO EXTREME FLOODING

Aug 22, 2024 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has received notification from the White House indicating that his request for President Joe Biden to authorize a federal emergency declaration for Fairfield County, New Haven County, and Litchfield County in response to the extreme flooding from the historic rainfall that portions of the state received earlier this week has been approved. The declaration means that state agencies can coordinate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on the deployment of federal personnel and equipment to augment emergency recovery efforts already underway by the state and its municipal counterparts. This includes actions to protect lives and property, and restorative efforts that defend public safety. Staff from several state agencies, including the Connecticut…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT AND COMMISSIONER RUSSELL-TUCKER URGE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO IMPLEMENT STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION-ADOPTED POLICIES ON PERSONAL TECHNOLOGY USE IN SCHOOLS

Aug 21, 2024 Alex

Guidance Includes Recommendations on the Use of Smartphones by Students in K-12 Public Schools (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker are urging local school districts in Connecticut to consider implementing recommendations contained in a position statement and policy guidance document regarding the use of personal technology, such as smartphones and similar devices, in K-12 public schools that was adopted today by the Connecticut State Board of Education. Created at the direction of Governor Lamont by the Connecticut State Department of Education, the document – titled Personal Technology Use in Connecticut Schools: Impact of Social Media and the Use of Cell Phones on Student Learning and Mental Health – provides school districts with guidance…

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Connecticut Leaders Call for Federal Assistance Following Historic Flooding

Aug 20, 2024 Alex

In response to devastating storms that brought unprecedented rainfall to Western Connecticut, state and federal officials are mobilizing to address the significant damage and support impacted communities. State Senator Tony Hwang and Governor Ned Lamont are at the forefront of efforts to secure federal assistance to rebuild infrastructure and protect public safety. Over the weekend, towns such as Oxford, Newtown, and Middlebury experienced severe flooding, receiving between 9 and 16 inches of rain. The storms led to two fatalities and widespread destruction of roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure. In a joint press conference, Senator Hwang, Governor Lamont, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, and other key officials updated the public on the response efforts and the ongoing push for federal emergency…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RESPONSE TO SEVERE FLOODING

Aug 19, 2024 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has declared a state of emergency in response to the significant flooding that is impacting portions of Connecticut due to the historically severe rainfall that began yesterday afternoon and has caused extensive structural damage to roadways. “The sudden and severe flooding has caused significant damage to infrastructure in the western portion of the state, resulting in evacuations, rescues, and more than two dozen road closures that we anticipate will need to be closed for an extended period,” Governor Lamont said. “This emergency declaration may help expedite some of the resources needed for us to respond to this situation, and in particular can help prioritize potential federal resources such as equipment and…

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BLUMENTHAL & GRAHAM STATEMENT ON VISIT TO UKRAINE

Aug 14, 2024 Alex

[Hartford, CT]– Today U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) and Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) issued a statement following their visit to Ukraine. The senators met with United States and Ukraine government officials today, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. “After our sixth visit to Kyiv, we are more hopeful than ever that the tide of war has turned against Putin and his cronies. Ukraine’s decision to go on the offensive in the Kursk region of Russia was bold and brilliant. “Bipartisan support for Ukraine is critical to American interests, and we will do whatever we can in 2024 to build on these successes and secure additional future military aid necessary to maintain the momentum. “We urge NATO to issue an invitation this…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CONNECTICUT’S 2024 SALES TAX-FREE WEEK RUNS FROM AUGUST 18 TO 24

Aug 13, 2024 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that Connecticut will hold its annual Sales Tax-Free Week from Sunday, August 18, to Saturday, August 24, 2024. During this weeklong sales tax holiday, retail purchases of most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 are exempt from the Connecticut sales and use tax. The exemption during Sales Tax-Free Week applies to each eligible item costing under $100, regardless of how many of those items are sold to a customer on the same invoice. “This year’s tax-free holiday lands a little earlier to give families a head start for the back-to-school season, which will be here before we know it,” Governor Lamont said. “As always, I encourage shoppers to take the time to…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT AND U.S. TREASURY SECRETARY YELLEN ANNOUNCE CONNECTICUT JOINING IRS DIRECT FILE

Aug 11, 2024 Alex

Connecticut Residents Will Be Eligible To Use This Free Tax Filing Option Beginning in Filing Year 2025 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen today announced that, beginning in the 2025 filing season, Connecticut will join IRS Direct File – a newly launched option to file federal tax returns online that is provided to users at no cost, empowering residents to file with ease and without having to pay the fees associated with for-profit tax software companies. This free online tax filing option began as a pilot program in 12 states during the 2024 filing season, and during this time it enabled 140,000 taxpayers to claim more than $90 million in refunds,…

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AI-Powered ‘Grandma’ Scams on the Rise, Experts Warn

2024 Labor Day Weekend Traffic Statistics

GOVERNOR LAMONT AND CONNECTICUT OFFICIALS BRING ATTENTION TO AVAILABLE ADDICTION AND RECOVERY RESOURCES IN ADVANCE OF INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT BIDEN APPROVES EMERGENCY DECLARATION FOR CONNECTICUT IN RESPONSE TO EXTREME FLOODING

GOVERNOR LAMONT AND COMMISSIONER RUSSELL-TUCKER URGE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO IMPLEMENT STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION-ADOPTED POLICIES ON PERSONAL TECHNOLOGY USE IN SCHOOLS

Connecticut Leaders Call for Federal Assistance Following Historic Flooding

GOVERNOR LAMONT DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RESPONSE TO SEVERE FLOODING

BLUMENTHAL & GRAHAM STATEMENT ON VISIT TO UKRAINE

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CONNECTICUT’S 2024 SALES TAX-FREE WEEK RUNS FROM AUGUST 18 TO 24

GOVERNOR LAMONT AND U.S. TREASURY SECRETARY YELLEN ANNOUNCE CONNECTICUT JOINING IRS DIRECT FILE

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