The failed campaign of Republican Linda McMahon made the race one of the costliest in the U.S. this past November.
"We're going to be serious about making sure that something like Newtown never happens again,” Obama said in a press conference today announcing his administration's response.
Longevity bonuses and hospital reimbursements are set to be cut, the Hartford Courant reports.
Speaking at a press conference Monday the governor also said he had to break the news Friday to some grieving Newtown parents that their children were dead.
The university's quarterly state economic outlook is grim.
However, the raises are not harbingers of an optimistic financial forecast.
Murphy, who was recently elected as Connecticut's newest senator, talks taxes, economic development, education and defense with with Eastern Connecticut business leaders
Town leaders at a meeting last 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.
Starting Jan. 1, residents ages 18 and older will have to hold a three-month learner's permit before taking the test, similar to requirements for 16- and 17-year-olds, the state Department of Motor Vehicles said Wednesday.
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy directed all U.S. and Connecticut flags to be lowered in honor of the "Day of Infamy" on Dec. 7, 1941.
Officials for Gov. Dannel P. Malloy disagree with the state comptroller's deficit figures, but acknowledge they must now file a deficit mitigation plan with the legislature.
The town has two big constructions projects in the works.
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.
Secretary of State Denise Merrill officially certified election results and Connecticut had the 7th highest voter turnout in the nation.
Social services, education see the biggest cuts.
Connecticut is one of 42 states that offer the lottery game; find East Haven retailers and tips on how to play here.
Tricia Beattie's body was found floating in the shallows at Bluff Point State Park in July. Husband said he believed she was murdered.
PURA to review performance of electric and other utilities in preparing for and responding to Storm Sandy.
The grant from the U.S. Department of Labor will fund temporary jobs for dislocated workers.
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.
The lobbying group for towns wants the state to limit education mandates and increase education aid.
The sign up date was extended through today due to Superstorm Sandy delays.
As the so-called 'fiscal cliff' looms, defense contractors are waiting to see whether budget cuts could impact their industry.
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.
Is the state heading toward its own fiscal cliff?
Monday marks the observance of Veterans Day. Is your business open or closed?
Most homeowners saw minor damage to their houses.
Donations toward families of military members may be made through Dec. 10
Architect explains nuances of "addition-only" and "renovate-as-new" options under consideration.
TV tips for Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012
Both easily won the state, but with a big help from female voters.
Young people between the ages of 18 and 29 make up roughly half of all new voters who have signed on since Jan. 1 of this year.
The regional DRCs will be in Milford, Guilford and Stonington.
One day before the election the latest poll indicates that Democrat Chris Murphy is widening his lead in the U.S. Senate race.
Candidates are endorsed by multiple parties, registrars say fill in one bubble per candidate.
Ross Mandell and his brothers began collecting political campaign buttons as children, today, their collection includes thousands of buttons and other political mementos.
Photo identification is never required to vote in Connecticut, an important point to remember when some voters may have lost or misplaced their IDs in Hurricane Sandy.
Where to vote, the list of candidates, and how the town voted in past elections. Check back mid-day for updates from the polling stations.
Ledyard had 4 percent of CL&P customers without power as of Saturday afternoon.
Members of Connecticut's Libertarian, Justice and Green Parties say viable third party candidates should be allowed in presidential debates and allege unfair voter laws.