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In today's newsletter:

  • What Hartford's banking commissioner is saying about bullying and harassment claims.
  • How much are Hartford homeowners really paying for flood insurance?
  • Which 'Full House' stars are heading to Hartford's 90s Con?

Also on today's calendar: Guitar Monsters Benefit Show feat. Johnny A., Jon Butcher & Dave Amato and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Tuesday: Cloudy, with a high of 64 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. I-Team confronts CT Banking Commissioner over bullying, retaliation complaints (wfsb.com) — State banking officials based in Hartford are under scrutiny after more than a dozen current and former employees accused Commissioner Jorge Perez of bullying, intimidation, and mishandling harassment complaints. The report details HR investigations, a manager's suspension, and unanswered questions about how complaints were handled, while Perez and Governor Ned Lamont both say they stand by the existing review process.
   

2. $1,502 — You need flood insurance and live in Connecticut. Here's the painful picture (ctpost.com) — Hartford homeowners are among roughly 45 local policyholders paying some of the state's higher flood insurance costs, with Connecticut's average premium now about $1,502 a year. The article explains how prices vary widely by town, outlines coverage limits under the National Flood Insurance Program, and notes that inland communities like East Hartford and Hartford still face serious flood risks.
   

3. John Stamos & Lori Loughlin Join 'Full House' Co-Stars for Nostalgic First (entertainmentnow.com) — Hartford will host 90s Con from October 16–18, bringing 'Full House' stars John Stamos, Lori Loughlin, Dave Coulier, Jodie Sweetin, Candace Cameron Bure, and Andrea Barber together for panels, autographs, and selfies with fans. The convention, now an annual 90s celebration, turns Hartford into a nostalgia hotspot for TV and pop-culture lovers across the region.
   

4. Connecticut Economy Conference Held in Hartford (news-usa.today) — State leaders recently gathered at the Hartford Marriott to debate Connecticut's economic direction, offering sharply different ideas on taxes, spending, and job growth that could affect Hartford residents' wallets. One side emphasized broad tax relief and competitiveness, while Governor Lamont highlighted targeted investments and infrastructure, previewing the fiscal battles likely to dominate the next legislative session.
   

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