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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Driving while streaming? CT could close ‘loophole’ letting drivers watch videos behind the wheel

Story image: Lawmakers advance bill focusing on homeschooling rules

Lawmakers advance bill focusing on homeschooling rules

Story image: Lawmakers advance bill letting CT set its own vaccine recommendations

Lawmakers advance bill letting CT set its own vaccine recommendations

Story image: Trial begins for former state senator Dennis Bradley on wire fraud charges

Trial begins for former state senator Dennis Bradley on wire fraud charges

Story image: More money for schools could mean smaller rebate checks. Is it worth the trade-off?

More money for schools could mean smaller rebate checks. Is it worth the trade-off?

Story image: Proposal banning cell phones in schools advances

Proposal banning cell phones in schools advances