Parents Call for Tighter Gun Laws in Tense Hearing

Two sides clashed in Hartford Monday as parents of those lost in the Dec. 14 shooting made pleas for both social change and gun laws.

Sandy Hook Commission Begins Its Search for Answers

In its first meeting, the commission heard from Gov. Malloy and experts who had served on similar panels after school shootings in the past.

State Shelter Network Activated During Cold Spell

Governor Malloy is also encouraging municipalities to open warming centers as temperatures are expected to dip below zero.

Sandy Hook Commission to Get Update on Police Investigation

The commission, created by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in response to the Dec. 14 shooting in Newtown, will get an update on the police investigation and hear from two experts when it meets for the first time on Thursday.

Woodbridge Working on Town Plan Tonight

The Town Plan and Zoning Commission is having a special meeting.

Bethwood State Reps Join Group Examining Mental Health

The Gun Violence Prevention and Children's Safety Task Force is hosting a series of public hearings as they look into the issues of school safety, gun violence and mental health in the wake of the Newtown school shooting.

Making Children Safer is Focus of New Commission

Hamden Mayor Scott Jackson talks about being named chairman of the Sandy Hook Advisory Commission.

Susan Bysiewicz Returns to Her Roots

Connecticut's former Secretary of the State, who lost her bid for the seat vacated by Sen. Lieberman, enters a new phase in her work, away from politics for the first time in more than 20 years.

Your Take: NRA's New Target-Practice App For Children

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy doesn't mince words: 'No matter what outrageous new tool they use, the NRA cannot make a straight-faced case that sport shooters need military-style weapons to enjoy their hobby.'

House Approves Massive Hurricane Sandy Relief Package

$50.5 billion plan now moves on to Senate for action.

Let the Gun Control Debate Begin

Governor Malloy’s State of the State address, the appointment of the Sandy Hook commission and the opening of the new legislative session marked the official start to the debate that will inevitably result in new gun control legislation for Connecticut.

Stamp Prices To Rise One Cent This Month

U.S. Postal Service rates are set to change on Jan. 27.

Togetherness is Theme of Malloy's State of the State Speech

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy speaks to the tragedy in Newtown, as well as Connecticut's budget, economy, education and energy.

Malloy Appoints Members of Sandy Hook Advisory Commission

The 16 members will now "begin the task of taking a broad, systemic approach in crafting the recommendations that will lead to comprehensive legislative and policy changes that must occur following the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School,"

Congresswoman Esty to Serve on Gun Violence Prevention Task Force

"We can’t allow the loss of innocent life we saw in Newtown to happen again," Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty said in a statement.

CT, NJ and NY Governors Urge House to Move on Sandy Aid Package

Govs. Malloy, Christie an Cuomo sign joint letter Friday asking the U.S. House of Representatives to pass Superstorm Sandy aid package without, citing "time of crisis."

Report: 43K in CT Could Lose Unemployment Benefits

If Congress goes over the fiscal cliff, Connecticut would not receive any more unemployment benefits from the federal government. In Bethany and Woodbridge, the unemployment rate is 6.4 percent and 5.7 percent respectively.

Connecticut Budget Crisis Could 'Devastate' Towns

Town leaders at a meeting this week said they're worried the deepening budget problems, which include a growing deficit that is expected to balloon to more than $1 billion next year, will mean cuts in town aid.

State Prepares for $550 Million Emergency Loan

Connecticut readies for the possibility of emergency financing.

Now Hiring: Sandy Recovery Jobs Available

Federal money is helping pay for 120 temporary jobs in Connecticut, according to this press release.

State Budget Deficit up Another $50 Million

Officials for Gov. Dannel P. Malloy disagree with the Connecticut comptroller's deficit figures, but acknowledge they must now file a deficit mitigation plan with the legislature.

Connecticut Makes Case for $3.2 Billion in Sandy Relief

Connecticut is hoping to receive federal money to pay for repairs, according to this press release.

More School Days, Longer Hours for Some CT Students

Connecticut is one of several states testing a program for the next three years.

Connecticut Spends $860 Million on Businesses

It's one of dozens of states across the country that collectively spends $80.4 billion annually to lure business growth, the New York Times reports.

Woodbridge Sees Fifth Highest Voter Turnout in CT

The top ten municipalities in Connecticut with the highest turnout in the 2012 elections.

CT’s Voter Turnout Ranked 7th in Nation

Approximately 1.5 million people in Connecticut voted.

Malloy to Seek $3.2 Billion For Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

The money is part of $81 billion being sought by Connecticut, New York and New Jersey.

State Cuts Budget by $170 Million to Battle Deficit

Social services, education see the biggest cuts.

Budget Cuts Coming Amid Connecticut’s Deficit Woes

Approximately $150 million will be cut by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in the coming days.

Connecticut Awarded $1.8 Million to Help With Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

The grant from the U.S. Department of Labor will fund temporary jobs for dislocated workers.

Gov. Malloy Says No New Taxes Despite Deficit

The state's budget deficit is now projected to top $1 billion but Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has vowed he won't hike taxes again to close the budget gap.

CCM: Connecticut Education Funding Lags by $763 Million

The lobbying group for towns wants the state to limit education mandates and increase education aid.

Hurricane Sandy to Leave Towns’ Credit Mostly Unaffected

Towns throughout the United States may have to deal with some budgetary problems despite the positive prediction.

Linda McMahon Says She Was 'Stunned' by Her Loss

The former head of the WWE gave a post-election interview to Bloomberg News recently and said she was working on her acceptance speech when she learned she'd lost her bid - once again - for a U.S. Senate seat.

Connecticut's Budget Deficit is Growing

Is the state heading toward its own fiscal cliff?

Irene, Sandy, Athena... What’s Next? Help Make Bethwood Less Vulnerable to Disasters

The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCROG) wants your input for developing a multi-jurisdiction hazard mitigation plan so Bethany, Woodbridge and surrounding towns can become better prepared for disasters.

Incoming State Rep Zupkus Will 'Jump In and Swim'

The new representative for the 89th District says she's looking forward to Hartford.

Election 2012: AP Reports DeLauro Wins 3rd District Race Convincingly

It's another term for Democrat Rosa DeLauro, as she defeats Republican Wayne Winsley by a wide margin in the race for Connecticut's Third District

Political Influencer Survey: Dems Laud Obama's Campaign; GOP Sees it as Neutral

In the last Blue Nutmeg and Red Nutmeg survey of influential political insiders in Connecticut, there is disagreement over whether Obama or Romney ran the more effective campaign. But both camps say McMahon-Murphy won't make much of a difference.

Crisco Appears to Roll to Victory for 12th Term

The Democrat says he's come out on top across towns he lost in 2010.