'We Got Shafted': Suit Pending Against CT Gun Laws

Connecticut grassroots organization to fight new gun legislation in court.

Woodbridge Dems Nominate First Selectman After Sheehy's Sudden Passing

Ellen Scalettar, a former state representative for the 114th District, is the endorsed Democratic candidate for the May 6 election.

Bio: Ellen Scalettar, Democratic Candidate for Woodbridge First Selectman

The election is on May 6. The following biography was supplied by Democratic Town Committee Chairman Laurence Grotheer.

Would an Internet Sales Tax Help Small Businesses?

The legislation could have a floor vote by Thursday.

Woodbridge First Selectman Sheehy Dies Suddenly

Edward Maum Sheehy started a career of public service in Woodbridge in 1979.

Round 2 for Green Haven Proposal

Hundreds of Bethany residents showed up when the public hearing opened earlier this month. The hearing will be continued Wednesday night.

Murphy to Fox Sports: Cancel Coverage of NASCAR Race

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy has asked Fox Sports not to broadcast a NASCAR race because the NRA is a sponsor.

Sandy Hook Principal's Daughter Calls Out Lawmakers for Filibuster Threats

"All I'm asking is for the senators to do their job. If you want to vote 'no,' at least you are doing your job, you are giving my mother a voice, you are not letting her die in vain," Erica Lafferty says.

New Voters Ready to Exercise Their Right

Registrars set up at Amity High School and registered students to vote ahead of the upcoming municipal election and budget referendum.

Malloy Signs Connecticut Gun Bill Into Law

The bill gives the state some of the toughest gun laws in the country, and includes stipulations for mental health and school security.

Legislature Approves New Gun Laws

Your take: What do you think about the bill? Do you think our state is safer?

Hundreds Debate Bethany Zone Change Application [Video]

People make strong emotions heard about the Green Haven Cohousing plan.

Generator Permits Are Humming in Woodbridge

More than 300 generators have been installed in town in the past year alone.

The Municipal Election Is Approaching: Here Are Key Dates

The Bethany and Woodbridge Registrars of Voters are busy getting ready — and they want you to be prepared, too.

Malloy Pushes Back Against Calls for Details on Sandy Hook Investigation

Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says he's "bewildered" by a state representative's call for state police to release information about their investigation into the Dec. 14 shooting at Sandy Hook School.

Governor Malloy Wants to Hear From You

The governor will host a community forum at Naugatuck High School to discuss the state's most pressing issues.

Proposed Heating Oil Tax Going Nowhere

The Commerce Committee of the Connecticut General Assembly kills the bill.

Sandy Hook Commission Releases Interim Report [Document]

Gov. Malloy responds to the report that calls for stronger background checks, universal registration and a ban on the possession of high-capacity magazines and weapons.

Proposed Bill Would Tax Heating Oil and Propane

The vice president of Connecticut Energy Marketers says it's "an ill-conceived idea" that will hurt taxpayers.

Malloy to Commission: 'I Do Not Support ... Confiscation of Firearms'

The governor responds to a meeting of the Sandy Hook Advisory Commission in which members recommend an assault-style weapon ban in Connecticut.

Republican Senator Kicking Off 'Fiscal Responsibility Tour'

State Sen. John McKinney will host a series of public meetings about Gov. Malloy's proposed budget for 2014-15, separate "fact from fiction," and answer your questions.

Fire Department Requests After-the-Fact Permit for Patio

The Inland Wetlands Agency will discuss the existing structures at their Wednesday meeting.

Deputy House Speaker Stripped Of Title After Lewd Comment

Rep. Ernest Hewett, a Democrat from New London, apologies for remark he made during a public hearing to a 17-year-old girl who was testifying.

Proposal Would Take Guns From Residents With DUI Convictions

The change is one of many outlined by Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy.

FAA May Close Six Air Traffic Control Towers in State

As part of a goal to cut $600 million in costs during 2013 because of federal budget Sequestration, the FAA is making plans to close towers in Danbury, Oxford, Groton, New Haven, Bridgeport and Hartford.

State Rep. Seeks Creation of ATV Trails in CT

With no legal ATV trails in Connecticut, state Rep. Anthony D'Amelio proposed bills pertaining to the recreational vehicles and how to generate funds for trail maintenance.

School Safety Task Force Endorses Increased Security

The state's commissioned gun violence group made its recommendations earlier this week.

VIDEO: Biden Honors Newtown Victims, Calls for Tighter Gun Control Laws

In an impassioned speech at a Connecticut university on Thursday, Vice President Joe Biden discusses steps the federal government can take to reduce gun violence.

Malloy Unveils Gun Safety Measures

The governor wants to ban large capacity magazines for guns, implement universal and comprehensive background checks for gun purchases and strengthen the assault weapons ban.

Seeking Common Ground on Gun Violence Legislation

Are legislators moving too fast? Too slow? Proposals going too far, or not far enough? A Newtown Action Alliance meeting provides an opportunity for the exchange of ideas and concerns.

Proposal to Ban Smoking in Cars Headed to Hearing

The bill would apply when children 6-years-old and younger are in the car.

Obama Honors Fallen Sandy Hook Educators [Video]

The six educators who were killed during the Sandy Hook shooting on Dec. 14 were honored at the White House Friday.

Legislature to Consider 'Right To Die' Legislation

It's an option the legislature should consider, House Speaker Brendan Sharkey says.

Mail Delivery Will Resume When It's Safe, USPS Says

Customers are asked to clear the way to mailboxes for when the U.S. Postal Service resumes mail delivery.

Help From Federal Government on the Way

Governor Malloy says the approval sets in motion federal aid in the form of equipment and reimbursement of costs incurred to municipalities.

Malloy Submits Request for Emergency Declaration

“As we continue with the recovery from this historic winter storm, I am asking the federal government to provide us assistance with this process,” Governor Malloy says.

State Rep. Proposes Tax on Violent Games

Newtown legislator suggests 10 percent tax to fund mental health and addiction education.

CT Residents to Pay State Sales Tax on Amazon Purchases

What's more, Amazon.com will be building a new distribution center in Connecticut and will create up to 300 jobs over the next two years under a deal announced Monday by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy.

Last Chance: Avoid Interest by Paying Taxes Today

Bethany Tax Collector David Forman notifies residents that today, Feb. 1, is the last day to pay taxes without interest.

Emotional Testimony Sets Tone of Newtown Hearing

A debate on gun control took center stage in residents' comments during Wednesday night's legislative hearing.