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: Aspiring female politicians flock to campaign boot camp at Yale

Aspiring female politicians flock to campaign boot camp at Yale

Story image: Sen. Blumenthal says the federal gov't has fallen behind on requiring hot car alarms

Sen. Blumenthal says the federal gov't has fallen behind on requiring hot car alarms

Story image: CT strengthens its hate crime laws. But one victim thinks the changes go too far

CT strengthens its hate crime laws. But one victim thinks the changes go too far

Story image: House hunting? New state law could mean more real estate listings

House hunting? New state law could mean more real estate listings

Story image: 'I'm due this.' Erin Stewart demanded 'shocking' $205,000 payout, report shows

'I'm due this.' Erin Stewart demanded 'shocking' $205,000 payout, report shows

Story image: CT to send former SNAP recipients $300 grocery cards to avoid 'a crisis'

CT to send former SNAP recipients $300 grocery cards to avoid 'a crisis'