Good morning, Westport.

Tara DiPippa from Westport launched her new app Mah Jong IQ, which helps players choose the best moves through strategic analysis (it offers three free trials and one-time access for $14.99).

Local enthusiasts are already showing interest.

Banco Santander is nearing completion of its six-month-old deal to acquire Webster Bank after the Federal Reserve approved the move; the transaction is expected to help local banking and community services + expand financial options.

Best-selling author Chris Bohjalian discussed his new psychological thriller The Amateur at Westport Library on Tuesday, Aug.

4, as dozens of book readers gathered for the event—with attendees asking questions after the interview to learn more about his inspiration.

Today, News 12’s Conversation Connecticut featured Emilio J.

Vargas, author of the children’s poetry book *I Belong. This Is Me*, who discussed his experiences with foster care and adoption and explained how his work shows that every child belongs.

Connecticut lawmakers will raise the minimum wage by 54 cents in 2027 — a change set to keep the state's pay rates among the highest in the nation.

The Connecticut State Board of Education voted Wednesday to recommend an all‐day ban on phones in schools — local school districts decide final rules — noting that many schools already use bans to boost engagement.