Stephen Busemeyer
@stephenbus.bsky.social
Managing editor @CTMirror, Koeppel Journalism Fellow @Wesleyan_U, formerly many things @HartfordCourant. Guitar @FunctionalMushrooms https://open.spotify.com/artist/3GYUCtDUAm8XwnjTu0fUef?si=uuabol9zRjuQNkjzLlmnnA
Republican voter registration is up in CT, especially in the cities ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...
Republican voter registration is up in CT, especially in the cities
The number of registered Republicans voters in Connecticut increased by almost 6%, or more than 26,000 voters, over the course of four years.
ctmirror.org
November 4, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Republican voter registration is up in CT, especially in the cities ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...
In CT, finding candidates to run for local office is getting harder ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...
In CT, finding candidates to run for local office is getting harder
Hostile online politics and waning civic engagement — plus the substantial time commitment — have discouraged people from seeking office.
ctmirror.org
November 4, 2025 at 3:13 PM
In CT, finding candidates to run for local office is getting harder ctmirror.org/2025/11/04/r...
Kosta Diamantis guilty on all charges ctmirror.org/2025/10/22/k...
Kosta Diamantis trial verdict: TKTKTKTK
Konstantinos Diamantis was found guilty of 21 counts of bribery, extortion, conspiracy and lying to federal investigators.
ctmirror.org
October 22, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Kosta Diamantis guilty on all charges ctmirror.org/2025/10/22/k...
Judge: Lamont doesn't have to testify in Kosta Diamantis trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/14/j...
Judge: Lamont doesn't have to testify in Kosta Diamantis trial
A federal judge nixed a plan for Gov. Ned Lamont to testify in the Kosta Diamantis trial, saying his testimony wouldn't be relevant.
ctmirror.org
October 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Judge: Lamont doesn't have to testify in Kosta Diamantis trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/14/j...
Kosta Diamantis told us whom to hire, 3 witnesses testify in trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/09/k...
Kosta Diamantis told us whom to hire, 3 witnesses testify in trial
On the fourth day of Kosta Diamantis' trial, witnesses said that he steered projects to two contractors who admitted to paying him bribes.
ctmirror.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Kosta Diamantis told us whom to hire, 3 witnesses testify in trial ctmirror.org/2025/10/09/k...
Trump threatens Blumenthal with investigation after Bondi dustup ctmirror.org/2025/10/08/t...
Trump threatens to investigate Blumenthal after Pam Bondi clash
Clashes between CT's U.S. senators and the Trump administration intensified as battle lines hardened with no movement on the federal shutdown.
ctmirror.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Trump threatens Blumenthal with investigation after Bondi dustup ctmirror.org/2025/10/08/t...
CT Board of Ed: Lawmakers say which charter schools get funded ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...
CT Board of Ed: Lawmakers say which charter schools get funded
Years ago, a charter school only needed approval from the CT Board of Education to begin operating. But in 2015, the legislature stepped in.
ctmirror.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
CT Board of Ed: Lawmakers say which charter schools get funded ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...
Lamont: "Tomorrow that son of a bitch could do something to change the world.” ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/a...
Ned Lamont grilled by liberal group Indivisible at town hall
'I don't shout and get as angry,' the governor said at Thursday's event, hosted by progressive advocacy group Indivisible's Stamford chapter.
ctmirror.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Lamont: "Tomorrow that son of a bitch could do something to change the world.” ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/a...
The price of a cup of coffee in CT is up 7.7%. It could be worse. ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...
The price of a cup of coffee in CT is up 7.7%. It could be worse.
In 2020, the price of a pound of roasted ground coffee in U.S. cities averaged $4.43. In August 2025, prices hit $8.87 per pound.
ctmirror.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
The price of a cup of coffee in CT is up 7.7%. It could be worse. ctmirror.org/2025/10/10/c...
Busy day at the CT Mirror.
U.S. Justice Dept. pushes voter fraud complaints from CT group ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/c...
U.S. Justice Dept. pushes voter fraud complaints from CT group ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/c...
U.S. DOJ pushes voter fraud claims from CT group to state agency
A CT nonprofit that has filed dozens of unsubstantiated voter fraud allegations now has a powerful new ally: the U.S. Department of Justice.
ctmirror.org
September 19, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Busy day at the CT Mirror.
U.S. Justice Dept. pushes voter fraud complaints from CT group ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/c...
U.S. Justice Dept. pushes voter fraud complaints from CT group ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/c...
Hartford HealthCare offers $86M for 2 Prospect Medical CT hospitals ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/h...
Hartford HealthCare bids $86M for 2 CT Prospect Medical hospitals
Hartford HealthCare’s offer for Manchester Memorial and Rockville General Hospitals will serve as the minimum bid in the bankruptcy auction.
ctmirror.org
September 19, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Hartford HealthCare offers $86M for 2 Prospect Medical CT hospitals ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/h...
Marissa Gillett to resign, ending turbulent era at PURA ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/m...
Marissa Gillett to resign as PURA chair amid growing scrutiny
Gillett was controversial among utilities and lawmakers, and critics accused her of wielding unilateral control over the ratemaking process.
ctmirror.org
September 19, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Marissa Gillett to resign, ending turbulent era at PURA ctmirror.org/2025/09/19/m...
But one person isn't on the list ...
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Kosta Diamantis trial witness list includes many former CT officials
The witness list in Kosta Diamantis' trial on corruption charges includes state employees and people from major CT construction companies.
ctmirror.org
August 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
But one person isn't on the list ...
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Former CT chief state's attorney Colangelo fined in ethics case ctmirror.org/2025/08/04/r...
Former CT chief state's attorney Colangelo fined in ethics case
Richard Colangelo Jr., CT's former chief state's attorney, was fined $7,000 for allegedly hiring the daughter of Konstantinos Diamantis.
ctmirror.org
August 4, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Former CT chief state's attorney Colangelo fined in ethics case ctmirror.org/2025/08/04/r...
There's a link to a database where you can enter your address and find out if it's known to be served by lead water pipes (if you're hooked up to a municipal system). ctmirror.org/2025/07/27/c...
Thousands of CT residents might be drinking water from lead pipes
Up to 8,000 lead service lines could still be supplying CT residences and other properties. This data is the first public look at the scope.
ctmirror.org
July 27, 2025 at 8:47 PM
There's a link to a database where you can enter your address and find out if it's known to be served by lead water pipes (if you're hooked up to a municipal system). ctmirror.org/2025/07/27/c...
CT Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan charged with shoplifting ctmirror.org/2025/06/24/c...
CT Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan charged with shoplifting
State Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan said his arrest on a shoplifting charge was due to his failure to scan two items at a Target store in Bethel.
ctmirror.org
June 25, 2025 at 12:07 AM
CT Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan charged with shoplifting ctmirror.org/2025/06/24/c...
Police: White powder mailed to CCSU president ctmirror.org/2025/06/07/c...
Police: White powder mailed to CCSU president
An envelope containing white powder was mailed to the home of Central Connecticut State University President Zulma Toro on Friday.
ctmirror.org
June 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Police: White powder mailed to CCSU president ctmirror.org/2025/06/07/c...
Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that economic uncertainties and political chaos only increase the chances that he will seek a third term. ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/n...
CT Gov. Ned Lamont 'more inclined' to seek 3rd term in 2026
Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that economic uncertainties and political chaos only increase the chances that he will seek a third term.
ctmirror.org
June 5, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that economic uncertainties and political chaos only increase the chances that he will seek a third term. ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/n...
More drama, and outstanding photography from the session ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/c...
Despite key bills' passage, legislative session ends on sour note
A number of bills passed in the waning hours of CT's 2025 legislative session, but many more died, and there were a few twists along the way.
ctmirror.org
June 5, 2025 at 7:25 PM
More drama, and outstanding photography from the session ctmirror.org/2025/06/05/c...
This story got weirder tonight ctmirror.org/2025/06/03/c...
CT lawmaker cites sexually explicit language during budget debate
A book-banning provision within the CT budget prompted a lawmaker to read sexually explicit material on the House floor during debate.
ctmirror.org
June 4, 2025 at 2:48 AM
This story got weirder tonight ctmirror.org/2025/06/03/c...
The proposed CT budget has a few surprises and some things left somewhat undefined. Some people aren't happy. ctmirror.org/2025/06/02/c...
CT budget: House’s $55.8B spending plan invests in children
The House is poised to adopt a budget that scales back increases to health care providers, reforms ‘fiscal guardrails’ and invests in children
ctmirror.org
June 3, 2025 at 1:38 AM
The proposed CT budget has a few surprises and some things left somewhat undefined. Some people aren't happy. ctmirror.org/2025/06/02/c...
This soon-to-be-law is due to the hard work of @ctmirror.org journalists, primarily Dave Altimari, @ginnymonk.bsky.social, @shahrzadrasekh.bsky.social and editor Beth Hamilton. It's good when journalism makes a real difference. ctmirror.org/2025/05/30/c...
Connecticut Legislature Approves Towing Law Reforms
The reforms, which came in response to an investigation by CT Mirror and ProPublica, make it harder to tow vehicles from private property.
ctmirror.org
May 30, 2025 at 11:52 PM
This soon-to-be-law is due to the hard work of @ctmirror.org journalists, primarily Dave Altimari, @ginnymonk.bsky.social, @shahrzadrasekh.bsky.social and editor Beth Hamilton. It's good when journalism makes a real difference. ctmirror.org/2025/05/30/c...
They might have found the money they were looking for ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/c...
CT budget fight hinges on cutting higher ed reserves
Legislative leaders could resolve the budget dispute with Gov. Ned Lamont by making CT public colleges and universities tap their reserves.
ctmirror.org
May 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
They might have found the money they were looking for ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/c...
Trump pardons 'humbled' John G. Rowland, former CT governor ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/j...
Former CT Gov. John Rowland pardoned by Donald Trump
Rowland, the twice-convicted former governor of Connecticut, said he was “humbled and appreciative” Wednesday after learning he was pardoned.
ctmirror.org
May 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Trump pardons 'humbled' John G. Rowland, former CT governor ctmirror.org/2025/05/28/j...
Vote anticipated Tuesday.
Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...
Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...
Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill
The bill is an attempt to tackle zoning, transit-oriented development, parking policy and homelessness. A vote is now planned for Tuesday.
ctmirror.org
May 23, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Vote anticipated Tuesday.
Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...
Facing filibuster, Democrats stall vote on CT omnibus housing bill ctmirror.org/2025/05/22/c...