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.

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Lamont ‘reluctantly’ vetoes controversial housing bill after suburban protests

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Tech billionaire’s plan to remake Norwalk eyesore takes big step forward

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Forget the baguettes. Gov. Lamont hopes Paris trip brings jobs to CT

Story image: ‘He has a knife.’ Jurors see video of fight that led to Fairfield Prep athlete’s death

‘He has a knife.’ Jurors see video of fight that led to Fairfield Prep athlete’s death

Story image: Graphic photos mark first day of Fairfield Prep murder trial

Graphic photos mark first day of Fairfield Prep murder trial

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CT leaders shocked - but not surprised - by lawmaker killings in Minnesota