John Craven

Political Reporter

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John Craven is News 12 Connecticut’s Emmy-nominated political reporter. He joined News 12 nearly a decade ago and launched our “Power & Politics” show. John has interviewed three presidents, Willie Nelson, and at least one armadillo in Texas.

Story image: Gov. Lamont reappoints top utility regulator despite lawsuits

Gov. Lamont reappoints top utility regulator despite lawsuits

Story image: ‘Don’t overread it.’ Lamont downplays Democratic Socialist’s win in NYC mayoral primary

‘Don’t overread it.’ Lamont downplays Democratic Socialist’s win in NYC mayoral primary

Story image: Lamont signs law expanding Fallen Hero Fund to all first responders

Lamont signs law expanding Fallen Hero Fund to all first responders

Story image: ‘This is difficult.’ UConn approves job cuts to erase $134 million budget shortfall

‘This is difficult.’ UConn approves job cuts to erase $134 million budget shortfall

Story image: Work from home? A new state law could save you thousands of dollars in taxes

Work from home? A new state law could save you thousands of dollars in taxes

Story image: Lamont ‘reluctantly’ vetoes controversial housing bill after suburban protests

Lamont ‘reluctantly’ vetoes controversial housing bill after suburban protests