Energy & Utilities: Gov. Ned Lamont and AG William Tong say Connecticut will intervene at FERC over the proposed NextEra–Dominion merger, warning it could reduce competition and raise electricity costs by consolidating New England nuclear power. Healthcare Costs: Connecticut is rolling out enforceable hospital cost limits, with penalties and potential community health investments if spending growth runs above state benchmarks starting in 2029. Healthcare Access: Connecticut expands state-funded methadone vans to widen treatment access. Big Tech & Kids: A multi-state coalition led by attorneys general is in trial against Meta over alleged addictive design and youth harm tied to Facebook and Instagram. Privacy & CDL Data: AG Aaron Ford and other states sue the Trump administration over demands for sensitive CDL driver information and threats to cut federal funding tied to AAMVA. Food Safety: Walmart soup kit recalls continue after possible Listeria contamination, with distribution including Connecticut. Energy Assistance: Connecticut’s winter heating benefits rise, but still remain below pre-pandemic levels. Logistics & Real Estate: Amazon is planning a 1 million-square-foot Norwich distribution facility. Business & Finance: Compass Group Equity Partners partners with Koma Precision to build a national platform in precision machine tool accessories and calibration services. Housing/Construction: Toll Brothers reports weaker Q3 results, with lower home sales revenue and margins. Sports Media: ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, who helped launch the network from Connecticut, dies at 93.