Democratic National Convention August 17, 2020 10:06 am Democratic National Convention Starts as Biden Edges Trump in Polls The Democratic National Convention kicks off tonight with a speech by former first lady Michelle Obama. Events are being held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. US & World Videos 5:19 Face the Facts: More on the state's push to get rid of so-called junk fees 6:08 Face the Facts: Legislature aims to improve issues with healthcare regulatory program 1:04 Parents, child care providers rally at multiple locations across Conn. 2:17 Parents, child care providers rally at multiple locations across Conn. 1:06 Former Sen. Joseph Lieberman dead at 82