We explore the way racist housing policies like redlining have impacted generations of Americans as law professor Bernadette Atuahene discusses her new book 'Plundered.'

Connecticut lawmakers are looking at creative ways to add more housing. That includes rehabbing old hotels and incentivizing developers to build apartments above shops.

Connecticut’s housing crisis could be eased with the creation of about 100,000 more affordable homes. But some rural towns say creating that housing is a challenge, pointing to limitations with sewer and water service.

The proposed Homes for CT program, which incentivizes builders to create more affordable housing, could be an answer to the state's housing crisis. The program would provide low-cost financing and ensure the homes are sold affordably.

In an effort to address Connecticut’s housing crisis, Gov. Ned Lamont is proposing three new bills and calling for billions of dollars in his proposed budget to assist with the state’s housing needs.

The new bipartisan "End Homelessness Caucus" is in the works to tackle the rising rate of homelessness across Connecticut. It's comprised of state lawmakers, housing providers and community advocates.

Housing advocates and landlords debated over calls to expand Connecticut’s “just cause” eviction law. Advocates want to see the law expanded to all tenants who live in a building with five or more units.

A proposed state law would limit security deposits to one month’s rent, but is facing opposition. Current law allows landlords to require two months of rent as security deposit for renters younger than 62.

In an effort to combat rent price gouging in Connecticut, the general assembly will soon consider a bill that would ban landlords from using AI to set occupancy levels and rental prices.

In hours of public testimony, state lawmakers and advocates debated the best ways to increase affordable housing across the state.

Connecticut’s 211 program is experiencing an increase in demand. Requests for help with everything from emergency meals to utility assistance have risen 300% since 2019.

Connecticut’s housing crisis appears to be worsening. The average cost for a house in the state went up by more than 8% at the end of last year.