Big gubernatorial news today on both sides of the Sound -- Elise Stefanik is running for governor of New York, and Governor Lamont is expected to file paperwork for a reelection run. Plus, Connecticut will re-load residents EBT cards next week.

About 35% of Connecticut's registered voters participated in Tuesday's elections. Suffolk County will pay $9 million to the mother of Thomas Valva. Despite a blue wave in other parts of the country, Republicans maintain their stronghold on Long Island. Plus, follow this year’s “world’s most famous Christmas tree” from Albany to NYC.

The results from the local races in our region. Plus, it’s not all politics today -- meet the woman whose goal is to bring the arts to your backyard.

It’s Election Day -- officials say things have been going smoothly. Local food pantries say they're still in crisis despite partial funding of SNAP this month. UI wants a decision on Fairfield monopoles to be reconsidered. Plus, early November is peak deer breeding season -- be vigilant on the roads!

Everything you need to know about the local races in our region. A sleep expert weighs in on Daylight Savings Time. Plus, officials announce a milestone in the remediation of Bethpage Community Park.

WSHU’s Off the Path takes to New York Harbor for an annual midnight cruise of the undead. But first, our region reacts to the end of SNAP benefits for millions of Americans tomorrow. Plus, Connecticut’s U.S. senators co-sponsor a bill to protect kids from AI chatbots.

Governor Lamont weighs in on the New York City mayoral race. Groups around the region gear up to help those impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Plus, a Halloween icon that calls our region home needs our help!

Connecticut and New York sue to keep SNAP payments coming. The Nassau County Executive loses the latest round of a court battle over deputized civilians. Connecticut will bring in outside help to fix issues in Bridgeport public schools. Plus, a look at a New Haven book store with a mission beyond books.

The U.S. Geological Survey will monitor five rivers in Suffolk County for potential toxins from storm runoff. Connecticut launches a free online civics course for residents. A new report finds Suffolk is a leader in severe weather response. Connecticut will spend $3 million on food aid amid the government shutdown. Plus, a conversation with an expert on all things WWE.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $30 million will go to emergency food relief amid the government shutdown. Connecticut’s congressional delegation heads to D.C. to negotiate an end to the shutdown. Early voting kicked off this weekend on Long Island. Plus, the view of Connecticut’s energy future remains cloudy.

Mariners celebrate a Coast Guard decision to abandon plans to remove navigation buoys from New England waters. Long Island’s aquaculture industry gets a state boost. Connecticut will rework an affordable housing bill that was vetoed by the governor this year. Plus, New York marks the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal.

The candidates for Nassau County Executive square off in a contentious debate. Connecticut could soon have another professional sports team. Creditors approve the latest settlement plan from Purdue Pharma. Plus, the troubling trend for our region’s forests.

Kosta Diamantis is found guilty on all 21 counts in a federal trial today. The government shutdown threatens energy assistance for low-income Long Islanders. Activists say Hamden police knew about an ICE raid last week before it happened. Plus, Connecticut’s NHL team may be long gone, but there are plenty of other local teams to cheer on.

Connecticut Republicans want to increase the state’s property tax credit, but Democrats want to use the same money on social services. One of four newly nominated PURA commissioners will replace the outgoing chair. Suffolk rolls out a new program to help residents with mental health issues. A Connecticut state senator gets national attention for a controversial No Kings post. Plus, advocates continue to push for an aid in dying bill in New York.

No Kings protests took place around the country this weekend, including right here in our region. George Santos is out of prison. Connecticut and New York join in on a lawsuit against the EPA. Plus, Long Island Sound lobstermen reflect on their loss, 26 years after a devastating lobster die-off.

UI will not be allowed to put taller monopoles in Fairfield County. The governors of New York and Connecticut launch a public health alliance. New York AG Letitia James vows to defend herself over mortgage fraud allegations. Plus, the first ever Latina Rockette shares her story in a new book, and she speaks to WSHU.

Major renovations are underway at Belmont Park on Long Island. Local elections in New York will now be held in even-numbered years. Connecticut schools continue to battle chronic absenteeism. Water officials in Suffolk step up efforts in Calverton. Plus, meet Frankie Focus!

Volunteers join Save the Sound in a unique effort to restore eelgrass meadows. But first, Connecticut starts construction on a redevelopment of the Waterbury Train Station. A vote is scheduled for tomorrow on monopoles in Fairfield County. Long Island police get $2 million for crime-fighting tech. Plus, prosecutors will wrap up their case against Kosta Diamantis today.

A state judge says a candidate for the Nassau County Legislature must remain on the ballot even though he’s been missing for months. Connecticut teams up with another New England state on clean energy. Governor Hochul breaks out her veto pen. Plus, how two local high school students lift up their community.

Today’s nor’easter knocked out power for thousands in our region. Connecticut will give grants to select towns to convert brownfields into parks. New York budget negotiations explained. Plus, some towns in Connecticut have second thoughts on solar energy.