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Biden administration restores threatened species protections dropped by Trump

The Biden administration on Thursday restored rules to protect imperiled plants and animals that had been rolled back under former President Donald Trump.

  • Bridgeport Jan 19

    Complaint from state alleges illegal absentee ballot circulation in Bridgeport

    The Secretary of the State’s Office has filed a complaint to state election officials over allegations that absentee ballots applications were illegally circulated prior to the Jan. 23 special election. In a statement released Friday, Secretary Stephanie Thomas said her office has filed a formal complaint to the State Elections Enforcement Co...
  • Hartford Jan 2

    Newly sworn in Hartford mayor prepares to tackle long list of interconnected issues

    As fireworks filled the sky over Bushnell Park, marking a new year, the Capital City welcomed its new leader. Arunan Arulampalam was sworn in at midnight as Hartford’s 68th mayor during the First Night celebrations.   Arulampalam will spring into work at City Hall on Tuesday. On Monday, his first day as mayor of Hartford, Arulampalam spoke to ...
  • Cromwell Nov 10, 2023

    ‘Be the change you want to see': Cromwell's mayor-elect breaks barriers

    History is in the making in Cromwell this week. Voters chose a new mayor who will mean some firsts for the town, including being the youngest person to serve in the job. “I’m feeling on cloud nine. I’m really ecstatic about what we’re going to be doing over the next four years,” mayor-elect James Demetriades, D – Cromwell, said......
  • Bridgeport Nov 8, 2023

    Bridgeport mayor claims win, but do-over looms in election upended by video of ballot box stuffing

    The mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut, declared himself the winner early Wednesday of a disputed election thrown into uncertainty by allegations of voting irregularities in a now-voided primary. Speaking to supporters shortly after midnight, with the city’s vote tally showing him with a 175-vote lead, Mayor Joe Ganim called on his strongest ch...
  • Bridgeport Nov 8, 2023

    Bridgeport mayoral race is too close to call

    Voters in Bridgeport cast their ballots for mayor on Tuesday, knowing there’s a chance the results wouldn’t actually settle an election thrown into uncertainty by allegations of voting irregularities. Last week, a judge tossed out the results of the Democratic mayoral primary and ordered a new one, citing “mishandled” absentee ballots that le...
  • Elections Nov 7, 2023

    Election Day: What to know about elections in Connecticut

    Municipal elections are happening and voters from across the state will be casting ballots. Here’s what you need to know about Election Day and voting in Connecticut. Polls in Connecticut are open until 8 p.m. Any elector standing in line at the polls at 8 p.m. will be allowed to cast a vote. Check with your town clerk for...

  • amtrak Nov 6, 2023

    Several train bridges in Connecticut to be replaced with nearly $2 billion in federal funding

    President Joe Biden has announced new federal funding to repair and replace rail infrastructure along the Northeast Corridor and some of the money is being used to replace bridges in Connecticut. On Monday, Biden announced the $16.4 billion in new funding for 25 different passenger projects on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor through the Federal R...
  • Elections Nov 6, 2023

    What to know about elections in Connecticut on Tuesday

    Municipal elections are happening on Tuesday and voters from across the state will be casting ballots. Here’s what you need to know about Election Day and voting in Connecticut. Polls in Connecticut are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Any elector standing in line at the polls at 8 p.m. will be allowed to cast a vote. Check...

  • Election Day Nov 3, 2023

    Connecticut municipalities prepare for Election Day

    Final preparations are underway in Connecticut ahead of Election Day. “In our business, Election Day is like the Superbowl,” Derby Town Clerk Marc Garofalo said. “I think everybody is ready to go, our poll workers are all set, they will have final training on Monday evening.” On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls and elect the next local offici...
  • Bridgeport Nov 3, 2023

    After judge overturns Bridgeport primary, all mayoral candidates push toward Election Day

    There are a lot of eyes on Bridgeport after a judge ordered a new Democratic mayoral primary, but the general election on Tuesday is still a go. The Bridgeport city attorney tells us they are still considering all their legal options after losing this lawsuit and having the primary results overturned. “The lawyers will handle that. It will be run&#...
  • Rosa DeLauro Nov 2, 2023

    Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro's campaign office in New Haven is vandalized

    Police are investigating after Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro’s campaign office was vandalized in New Haven. In a statement, DeLauro said that “violence, vandalism and the destruction of property are never acceptable [solutions].” “I am committed to making sure the staff and volunteers in my office are safe. I hope that moving forward...
  • Hartford Nov 2, 2023

    Concerns prompt Hartford ballot change heading into Election Day

    A portion of the Hartford ballot has been updated after the original one faced some backlash ahead of the general election next week. Concerns were raised about incorrect Spanish translation, and a Latina candidate feels being placed on the back page of the ballot won’t give her a fair chance to succeed. Because of these concerns, there is no...
  • Waterbury Nov 1, 2023

    Candidates are vying for Waterbury mayoral seat

    After 12 years in office, Waterbury Mayor Neil O’Leary decided not to seek another term. He said the city is in good shape and he wants to spend more time with family and friends. Two Waterbury natives are vying for the open seat. “I grew up in Town Plot, attended local schools,” Democratic mayoral candidate Paul Pernerewski said. “My family…...
  • Elections Nov 1, 2023

    What to know about elections in Connecticut on Tuesday, Nov. 7

    Municipal elections are happening on Tuesday, Nov. 7 and voters from Andover to Woodstock will be casting ballots. Here’s what you need to know about Election Day and voting in Connecticut. Polls in Connecticut are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Any elector standing in line at the polls at 8 p.m. will be allowed to cast a vote….

  • new haven Oct 24, 2023

    Final debate for New Haven mayoral candidates

    Voters have just two weeks to make up their minds in key races across the state. In New Haven, people will decide who leads their city. “We have accomplished so much together,” said Justin Elicker, D – candidate for New Haven mayor. Elicker says those successes include improving city finances and work on affordable housing. On Tuesday, he faced his...
  • Wallingford Oct 21, 2023

    Wallingford mayoral candidates are preparing for the town's next chapter

    In just two and a half weeks, Wallingford residents will have a new mayor for the first time in 40 years. William Dickinson has been mayor since 1984 and has decided not to run for another term in office. Now, two candidates with different life experiences want to lead the town’s next chapter. Democratic mayoral candidate Riley O’Connell says his&#...
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