Good morning, Norwalk.

Starting in July 2027, Connecticut will offer free childcare for families earning under $100K while capping costs at 7% for higher incomes—state Rep. Kate Farrar said that funding from the Early Childhood Education Endowment will expand program spaces and lower costs for parents.

Developers of Manresa Island in Norwalk have tweaked plans in response to resident concerns about traffic and noise.

Changes include removing hotel and lodging options and reducing amphitheater capacity — adjustments that aim to balance community input with redevelopment goals.

In Norwalk, homes are selling in about a month and above asking price as the local market moves nearly four times faster than 15 years ago.