AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Safety Recall: The FDA says Straus Family Creamery is voluntarily recalling select organic ice cream sold in 17 states, including Connecticut, because some batches may contain metal fragments. Affected flavors include vanilla bean, strawberry, Dutch chocolate, mint chip, and cookie dough, identified by specific “best by” dates printed on the bottom of containers; no injuries have been reported. Public Safety: Connecticut State Police and the state Department of Agriculture are in the middle of a major cockfighting investigation in Tolland, with dozens of arrests reported after a preplanned operation at a dormant quarry. Politics: Gov. Ned Lamont won the Connecticut Democratic Party’s endorsement for a third term, but will face a primary challenge from Rep. Josh Elliott after Elliott secured enough delegate support to get on the ballot. Health Policy: Connecticut’s Insurance Department says all five major insurers operating in the state violated the mental health parity law in 2026 and were fined, setting up corrective action plans. Education & Workforce: Coverage highlights how Connecticut’s technical high schools are drawing more boys into career-focused training, while advocates push for more seats.
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