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: Connecticut joins lawsuit challenging cuts to gender-affirming care

Connecticut joins lawsuit challenging cuts to gender-affirming care

Story image: Slightly lower electric bills are coming after State Bond Commission vote

Slightly lower electric bills are coming after State Bond Commission vote

Story image: Collected ballots and money for votes. Warrants outline new election charges in Bridgeport

Collected ballots and money for votes. Warrants outline new election charges in Bridgeport

Story image: 'I do not like it.' Frustrated MTA board approves 10% increase for Metro-North tickets

'I do not like it.' Frustrated MTA board approves 10% increase for Metro-North tickets

Story image: Former CT state senator's treasurer avoids prison, plans to testify against him

Former CT state senator's treasurer avoids prison, plans to testify against him

Story image: 'The Pizza State.' CT's tasty new license plates are finally out – with an added bonus

'The Pizza State.' CT's tasty new license plates are finally out – with an added bonus