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Connecticut
How zoning affects the wealth gap
May 6, 2013
Lisa Prevost's new book, 'Snob Zones: Fear, Prejudice, and Real Estate,' looks at towns that have used zoning laws to keep low- and middle-income families out, in favor of the rich moving in.
Nailing a comeback
Mar 21, 2012
Connecticut contractor Peter Schneider is surviving the recession thanks to his hard-won skills, hard-working attitude, and a little bit of luck.
Lottery jackpot is a spot in public housing
Feb 7, 2012
New Haven attracts families to a new mixed-income community with a popular lottery.
TV's favorite commercial characters now available as action figures
Mar 3, 2011
G.I. Joe is SO 20 years ago. Who wants to play with a super hero action figure when you can play with one of TV's favorite commercial characters....