Death Row Inmate Cites Abolishment of Death Penalty in Appeal

The Associated Press reports that the Connecticut Supreme Court is taking up the case.

Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections Approaching

Registration forms must be postmarked by Tuesday, Oct. 22; in-person deadline is 8 p.m. Oct. 29.

First Selectman Candidate Takes Issue With Incumbent's Campaign Literature

David Heim says that George Temple is not being honest about his record of economic development.

Who Has Your Vote?

Election season is upon us. Who has your vote and why?

State Clamping Down on Tax-Permit Fees

Gone are the days when the Department of Revenue Services would renew the permits without collecting a fee — and its new tough stance has yielded $520,000 in just three months.

Connecticut Veterans Commissioner Honored by Jewish War Vets

Linda Schwartz received the third-ever Life Honorary Membership from the 117-year-old group at its convention in Richmond, VA.

Report: Connecticut's Online Health-Insurance Marketplace Fastest in Nation

An independent study finds the Access Health CT website produced plan comparisons within four steps, the best in the nation.

DCF No Longer Under Federal Review

The state agency has successfully completed a “program improvement plan” prescribed in 2009.

Is There a Loophole in the New Connecticut Gun Law?

A Connecticut gun-rights group says it may be possible for certain weapons manufactured before 1994 to be purchased legally, despite the tough new regulations passed after the Sandy Hook shooting.

Auditors: UConn Health Center Needs to Tighten Reins on Finances

A state audit has found numerous instances of "excessive" spending while going through the books of the Farmington-based facility.

Hearing Pits Pet Store Owners Against Animal Welfare Advocates

About 200 attended a hearing in Fairfield on Wednesday hosted by the legislative task force on pet store animal sourcing.

Llodra: 12/14 Anniversary Will Be 'Quiet, Personal and Respectful'

Which State Law Would You Strike?

Governor signs executive order seeking public comment on state regulations older than four years in an effort to streamline state statutes.

Meet the 5 Grand Marshals of Connecticut's Veterans Parade

“The five 2013 Parade Grand Marshals are exemplary individuals who will lead approximately 3,000 veterans and musical bands at this very meaningful event.”

Future of Connecticut Pet Shop Industry Up For Discussion

The "Task Force Concerning the Sale of Cats and Dogs at CT Pet Shops from Inhumane Origins" wants to hear from you.

Merrill Kills E-Newsletter, Asks for State Audit

Questions first surfaced last week about whether the Secretary of the State was using her office to send out communications to Democratic contacts.

Avoid Foreclosure, Attend This Mortgage Assistance Event

Representatives from all levels of government and from a host of banks will be on hand to work with homeowners who are having trouble paying their mortgage.

Report: Merrill Used Secretary of the State's Office to Notify Democratic Activists

The Connecticut Secretary of the State reportedly sent email newsletters over the course of the last few months through her taxpayer-funded office, according to a recent report.

Federal Bucks for Sandy Cleanup Temporary Workers Largely Unused

The state just applied for an extension to put more than half a million federal dollars to use to hire temporary workers who were formerly unemployed to help clean up and repair damage done by Superstorm Sandy.

Petit '50/50' on Seeking 5th District Seat

Survivor of Cheshire home invasion confirmed Friday that the state GOP had reached out to him to consider a run to challenge Elizabeth Esty.

Letter: Supreme Court Decision Could Determine Whether Horses are Considered 'Vicious'

The president of the Connecticut Horse Council said if the state Supreme Court rules that horses are considered "vicious animals," then it could have grave impacts on horse owners in this state.

Letter: Republican Board of Finance Member Takes Issue With Democrats

Richard Burke responds to recent claims made by Democrats.

New $100 Bill Went Into Circulation Tuesday

Be sure workers and employees know what the new bank note looks like.

Antipsychotic Drug-Use Rate Dropping in State's Nursing Homes

The FDA has said the drugs can be harmful to those with dementia and have spearheaded a campaign to lower the percentage of patients taking them.

Fall Firearms Hunting Kicks-Off Mid-October

Hunting season opens soon for turkey, waterfowl, deer and cottontail rabbit, to name a few. New regulations expand junior hunter training opportunities.

Time to Talk Politics

Do you have something to say about elections season in Oxford?

Study: UConn Getting Less Affordable for Low-Income Students

Prices at the state's flagship university have increased beyond the rate of inflation, a new legislative report states, but it's the poor who are being hit the hardest.

Animal Abuse Registry: Could it Work in Connecticut?

Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing one today that would be mirrored off the state's sex offender registry. Would you like to see one in our state?

Heim Wants a Debate with Temple in a Public Location

The first selectman refuses and says he will only debate Heim at Oxford Greens, a private facility that has traditionally not allowed the media to attend.

Oxford Breaks Ground on New Animal Shelter

It has been more than 20 years since the project was first proposed, Temple says.

Need to Enroll in a Health Care Plan? Here's a Handy Checklist of What You Need.

Before you enroll in a health care plan under the Affordable Care Act, you need to gather some information.

New Haven Line Service Still 65%, Con Ed "Working Around the Clock"

Con Ed expects to reconnect a high voltage transmission feeder by Monday, October 7th, which will provide full service to the line.

12/14 Victim Privacy Discussion Continues: How Much Should The Public Know?

The debate continues after a state commission calls for the release of 911 tapes from the shooting.

UTC Set to Furlough Thousands of Workers; Sikorsky Impacted

Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford is among three facilities that will be hit with 2,000 furloughs on Oct. 7, unless the government shutdown is lifted, the Hartford-based company announced.

MTA New Haven Line Special Train Schedule

MTA offers special train schedule for Wed., Oct. 2 through Fri., Oct. 4, increasing New Haven Line capacity to 65% of regular service.

Himes Spells Out Details of "Obamacare" Legislation

The Congressman on Affordable Care Act: "The health care exchanges that opened today are, for the first time, providing a marketplace where any American who needs health insurance can buy it.

Air Traffic Control Tower at Waterbury-Oxford Airport Should Remain Open

The federal government shutdown happened Tuesday but air traffic control towers around the state remain open. See what services will be affected.

Federal Shutdown Spares the Unemployment Line

Federal employees affected by shutdown can apply for benefits.

Report: Violations Found in 20 Family Day Care Homes

The findings come from a new report on federally-funded Connecticut facilities.

Series of New Driving Laws Take Effect Today

Among the new laws on the books Oct. 1, 2013: anyone convicted of distracted driving will get a point on their license and boat owners who owe property taxes on their vessels won't be able to register them.