Democrats Declare Public School Book Content 'Too Offensive' For House Floor

When a GOP state Rep. began to read from books available in libraries from the floor of the NH House​, Democrats tried to block him.

Distant Dome: New Hampshire House Shows Its Priority

Rayno: State government budgets are all about priorities: What is important to the majority party.

Ian Freeman Must Pay $3.5M Restitution And Forfeit Proceeds Of Money Laundering

U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young: “Freeman’s money laundering business caused many vulnerable people unnecessary anguish.”

Prohibitions On Artificial Intelligence Use By State Agencies Explored

House Bill 1688 defines AI, generative AI and deepfake and has a list of four prohibitions for using AI by state workers.

House Committee Backs Legalizing Marijuana For Adult Use

The House Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee voted ought to pass on HB 1633, a bill that would legalize marijuana for Granite Staters.

Could NH's 'Incumbent Protection' Late Primaries Be Coming To An End?

Candidates who hope to challenge incumbents are left with just a few weeks to reunite their party, raise money before the general election.

Meredith's State Rep. Coker Switches Parties, Adds To Narrow GOP Majority

Coker’s move adds to the sense of momentum for House Republicans, who won two special elections in Coos County last month.

Winner Of New Hampshire Girls High Jump Is Biological Male

Jacques’ participation on the girls team, as well as Jacques’ string of wins in the last 2 track seasons, have garnered national attention.

New Hampshire House Reconsiders Right-To-Know Bill, Sends Back To Committee

The House voted 195-183 to reconsider its passage HB 1002, which would allow local government to charge $25 an hour for some requests.

What To Do About Teen Dating Violence: Granite State Respect Week.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. NH has dedicated the week of Feb. 12 to Feb. 16 as Granite State Respect Week.

$118B Border And Foreign Aid Bill Backed By Shaheen, Hassan Dies In Senate

The spending package, which included massive changes in America’s immigration policy and billions for Israel and Ukraine, failed Wednesday.

NH's Northernmost Town Readies For Visitor Onslaught For Total Eclipse Of The Sun

On April 8 at 3:28:18 PM EDT, in the northernmost town of New Hampshire, a total eclipse of the sun will commence.

Towhey: Super Bowl Fans And Swifties Agree: Time To 'Shake Off' Ticketmaster

A review of prices on Jan. 31 found the lowest face value Super Bowl tickets from Ticketmaster cost $7,495 before added “convenience” fees.

Schadler: A Response To 'Should The Coyote Denning Bill Be Passed'

The NH and VT Representative for ProjectCoyote: As a former sheep owner and mother, I learned how to live with coyotes without any problems.

State Of NH Child Care: End Of One-Time Federal Investments May Reduce Industry Stability

NH Fiscal Policy Institute: Limited access to affordable child care creates significant challenges for the state.

Right-To-Know Requests Could Be Expensive Under Bill Passed By House

HB 1002, which institutes a $25 an hour fee for “extraordinary” requests, was approved, 193 to 179, and now goes to the state Senate.

Shaheen Backs New Border Deal As Sununu Tours Crisis At Eagle Pass

Sununu was one of a dozen GOP governors who spent Sunday with Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) observing the chaos at the border up close Sunday.

Emotional Testimony On Bill To Prohibit 'Biological Males' From Playing Girls' Sports

Within the bill, HB 1205, are definitions of “male” and “female,” labeling both as biological sexes determined at birth.

Sparks Fly Over AG's Abortion Drug Appeal Decision; No Laconia State School Closing

Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington criticized Attorney General John Formella for not signing abortion drug Mifepristone amicus brief.

New Hampshire Democrats Dodge Questions About Border Policy As Chaos Continues

Democrat officials and candidates are not offering comment about border security despite millions of illegal immigrants crossing the border.

Distant Dome: The New Hampshire Primary Is Over For Another 4 Years

Rayno: The 2024 first-in-the-nation presidential primary is over ... and it was one of the least exciting primaries in a while.

Bosen: Trump Should Be Banned From November Ballot In NH

North Country Democrat: “Bunch of malarkey” AI robocall designed to benefit former president because Nikki Haley’s success relied on indies.

Expanded Eligibility And Reduced Family Contributions For NH Child Care Scholarships To Be Implemented In 2024

A family of three making less than about $89,200 yearly may be eligible for the NH Child Care Scholarship program.

Podcast: Peter Powell, A Life With Community At Its Core

New Hampshire Secrets, Legends & Lore Podcast: Powell will begin to spin stories of family, New Hampshire, and his community.

Bill Would Require AG To Tell Legislative Leaders If Member Moves Out Of District

The genesis of HB 1629 is the case of Rep. Troy Merner, who was allowed to serve and vote last session, while not living in the district.

Shooting Of 17-Year-Old Gilford Teen Legally Justified, Attorney General Says

Gilford Sgt. Douglas Wall, a veteran officer, fatally shot Merrill Pataski-Fay, 17, on the night of Jan. 1, 2023, and it was justified.

Keller @ Large: Hidden Winners And Losers From The New Hampshire Primary

By now you know who won and who lost in Tuesday's New Hampshire primary. But there were also some "hidden" winners and losers.

Distant Dome: The Good Times Continue To Roll For NH's Finances

Rayno: The revenue surplus for the 2023 fiscal year was largely due to greater than anticipated returns on business taxes, lottery, meals.

Keller @ Large: What Happened To Trump's Unity Message?

As Trump himself put it in his Iowa caucus victory speech: "This is the time now for everybody in our country to come together."

Some Young New Hampshire Voters Less Engaged, Say Candidates Are 'Out Of Touch'

New Hampshire is bracing for a possible record turnout in the nation's first primary election on Tuesday.

'It's Over:' DeSantis Drops Out Of FITN Presidential Primary, Narrows Lane For Haley

FL Gov. Ron DeSantis entered the GOP primary as the candidate most likely to mount a serious challenge to Trump. On Sunday, he was out.

Updated: Sunday Polls Show Trump Momentum Continues In New Hampshire

Numbers for Trump and Haley have risen as others have dropped out. Significantly. Trump’s share of unaffiliated voters has risen, too.

NHJournal Reader Survey: After DeSantis Departure, 75% Predict Trump Win

As for their choices, Trump has the support of about half of respondents. Haley will get the votes of 35%; 8% will still vote for DeSantis.

Senate OKs Bill To Expand School Voucher Program & Primary Constitutional Amendment

The Senate voted to expand the school voucher program and eliminated some credentialing requirements for part-time teachers Thursday.

Board Says No To Changing Mount Washington To Agiocochook, Says It Can Be Used Alongside

The members noted the name Agiocochook is recorded as a variant name in the BGN’s database entry for Mount Washington.

'One Of The Lowest Energy Cycles': Some Say Primary Season Feels Different In New Hampshire This Year

Anne Marie of Manchester, NH said she will be voting Tuesday and said she wants to see voter enthusiasm higher than it currently feels.

Haley: I'm Running To Stop The Chaos And Save America

Former SC gov: Republicans can’t beat Biden chaos with GOP chaos. That’s what Trump is. All breaking, no fixing. All vendetta, no vision.

Trans Rights Advocates Turn Out In Force To Fight Bills In Senate Judiciary

The transgender rights community came out in force on a snowy Tuesday to push back on Republican bills that single them out.

Bill To Charge For Processing Right-To-Know Requests Heard In Judiciary Committee

The bill would allow municipalities to charge the public for requests that take more than 10 hours to produce and charge up to $25.

Education Freedom Account Expansion Could Cost Up To $82M

The bills range from removing any salary cap from the program to students who were denied a manifest hardship the previous years.