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: CT police oversight panel recommends sweeping new rules for automated license plate readers

CT police oversight panel recommends sweeping new rules for automated license plate readers

Story image: Vote 2026: Ryan Fazio promises historic $2,500 tax cut. Gov. Lamont’s campaign calls it ‘fantasy’

Vote 2026: Ryan Fazio promises historic $2,500 tax cut. Gov. Lamont’s campaign calls it ‘fantasy’

Story image: Police union calls for Justice Dept. probe into city's chief. He calls it sour grapes

Police union calls for Justice Dept. probe into city's chief. He calls it sour grapes

Story image: An unlikely voice calls for $25 minimum wage – a former healthcare CEO from Stamford

An unlikely voice calls for $25 minimum wage – a former healthcare CEO from Stamford

Story image: Can the feds bring Kosta Diamantis back to CT? Experts say yes, but it could take months

Can the feds bring Kosta Diamantis back to CT? Experts say yes, but it could take months

Story image: ‘Kosta La Vista.’ Former state budget deputy flees to Greece before bribery sentencing

‘Kosta La Vista.’ Former state budget deputy flees to Greece before bribery sentencing