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: No deal. Former state budget deputy rejects plea agreement at last minute

No deal. Former state budget deputy rejects plea agreement at last minute

Story image: Judge approves bond for Cheshire teenager detained by ICE

Judge approves bond for Cheshire teenager detained by ICE

Story image: CT House vote on stronger THC-infused drinks

CT House vote on stronger THC-infused drinks

Story image: Former Lamont budget deputy expected to plead guilty in second corruption case

Former Lamont budget deputy expected to plead guilty in second corruption case

Story image: CT wants to crack down on 'Wild West' prediction bets. Why the White House is trying to stop them

CT wants to crack down on 'Wild West' prediction bets. Why the White House is trying to stop them

Story image: New commission aims to overhaul 'bare bones' school funding and lower property taxes

New commission aims to overhaul 'bare bones' school funding and lower property taxes