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: Education Secretary Linda McMahon visits Seymour after two other towns canceled

Education Secretary Linda McMahon visits Seymour after two other towns canceled

Story image: FBI serves New Britain with subpoena as part of Erin Stewart spending investigation

FBI serves New Britain with subpoena as part of Erin Stewart spending investigation

Story image: Gov. Lamont wants to get 'a lot tougher' on electric providers. But rivals say it's too little, too late

Gov. Lamont wants to get 'a lot tougher' on electric providers. But rivals say it's too little, too late

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