The officials and residents of the town of New London have recently been preoccupied with coyotes as at least one coyote has been seen strolling around town and at least one small pet has gone missing. Reporter Judy Benson attending an informational community meeting and has been reporting on the sightings and on what the town plans on doing. We're also asking our listeners to suggest a name for the coyote. Post your idea below or share it on Twitter using the hashtag #NLCoyote

Easy access to public records makes our jobs as journalists easier and is often required by law. In 2015, the Connecticut legislation passed a law that requires that police department make information and records about arrests publicly available “from the time of arrest.” Reporter Lindsay Boyle looked to see how many of the local agencies are in compliance.

Recently, Connecticut College hosted a panel on activism and invited panelists including activists from the recent women’s march on the Capitol, immigration rights, and a member of the so-called Central Park 5. Reporter Martha Shanahan was at the panel and stopped by to talk about what she saw and heard.