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Donald Trump 1 hour ago

Ex-National Enquirer publisher testifies about scheme to shield his old friend Trump from damaging stories

David Pecker testified that his tabloid didn’t buy the Story Daniel story because the magazine was already $180,000 in the hole for Trump-related catch-and-kill transactions.

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    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&#...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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…...
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    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….

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    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...
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    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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    Bridgeport Oct 17, 2023

    Joe Ganim takes stand in Bridgeport absentee ballot court hearing

    The mayor of Connecticut’s largest city denied under oath Tuesday ever discussing absentee ballots with a campaign volunteer who resembles a woman seen on surveillance video stuffing papers into a drop box multiple times ahead of the mayoral primary. NBC Connecticut has not independently verified the video. In a court hearing, Bridgeport Mayo...
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    Bridgeport Oct 9, 2023

    Drop boxes have become key to election conspiracy theories. Two CT Democrats just fueled those claims

    A woman approaches a drop box in the dark with what appears to be handfuls of ballots. At a different drop box, someone else is seen making multiple trips to insert ballots. At yet another, the same car stops on at least three separate occasions, with different people stepping out and heading to the box. It’s not a trailer...

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    Hartford Sep 26, 2023

    Election security dominates discussion during legislative special session

    Lawmakers descended on the State Capitol Tuesday for a special session to take up a few topics including an election bill, and to appoint a new judge to the Connecticut Supreme Court. But the majority of debate centered around the video out of Bridgeport that candidate John Gomes claims shows a City Hall employee and Joe Ganim supporter making seve...
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    Derby Sep 13, 2023

    Derby mayoral primary too close to call, recount scheduled for Friday

    The ballots from Derby’s Republican mayoral primary are currently sealed and locked in a vault.  “The ballots have been impounded, secured, pursuant to statute and they have seals on them so they can’t be open,” Derby Town Clerk Marc Garofalo said.  Incumbent Mayor Richard Dziekan secured 49% of votes and the endorsed candidate, Alderman ...
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    Hartford Sep 12, 2023

    Conn. Primaries: Voters to decide Hartford Democratic mayoral primary

    For Tuesday’s primary election, voters will head to the polls across the state to help decide who should run their community and move onto the general election. And one of the big races to watch is in Hartford. In Hartford, one name not on the ballot this time is current Mayor Luke Bronin. That means for the first in...

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    Elections Sep 22, 2023

    Special session to discuss moving up CT presidential primaries starts Tuesday

    A legislative special session will begin next week to discuss moving up the presidential primaries next year. Governor Ned Lamont has issued a proclamation that calls for the Connecticut General Assembly to meet in special session to consider several pieces of legislation. The primaries are typically held in April, but there is bipartisan agreement...
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    Jul 1, 2023

    New laws now in effect in Connecticut

    Several new laws are going into effect in Connecticut on Saturday, July 1. One new law bans child marriages in the state. You now have to be 18 to wed in Connecticut. Another law strengthens protections for certain voters. It also requires that all municipalities provide translators. “And that you’re willing to assist them in being able...
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    baby bonds Jun 28, 2023

    Baby Bonds program begins in Connecticut in July

    Children born into poverty will have a leg up in Connecticut starting in July. Any baby born after July 1 covered under Husky Insurance will be automatically enrolled. In the program, $3,200 will be invested in the child’s name. The Office of the Treasurer manages the money and when the child turns 18, they can apply for it. It has…...
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    TikTok Jun 27, 2023

    Concerns continue over how TikTok stores and uses data from users

    The concerns continue over how TikTok stores and uses data from people who use the app. A press conference is being held at the State Capitol on Tuesday to discuss TikTok and why lawmakers say they are putting users at risk. This has been an ongoing discussion about where and what information TikTok has stored and who has access to…

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