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 promotes new housing law in Fairfield Co. Can it solve CT's housing crisis?

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Shelters for CT’s homeless veterans say VA is icing them out of funding

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Worried about flooding? CT getting millions of dollars to prevent it

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Decomposed body found in Stamford shootout suspect's home

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Stamford PD: Hourslong standoff in Stamford is over

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36,000 could lose SNAP food benefits in CT under new rules