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Chris Murphy Sworn In as CT Junior Senator

Takes oath of office today with wife and family by his side.

Government January 3, 2013 at 11:58 pm

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CT Senate Race 4th Most Expensive in Country

The failed campaign of Republican Linda McMahon made the race one of the costliest in the U.S.…

Government December 28, 2012 at 04:59 am

30th Senate District: Chapin Wins in Brookfield

The 30th State Senate District is a faceoff between an incumbent state rep. from another…

Government November 7, 2012 at 06:42 am

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U.S. Senate Race: How Much Is Your Neighbor Giving?

Use the quick search form below for a donor-by-donor breakdown of campaign contributions in…

Government August 6, 2012 at 02:53 am

Legislators Approve Two Bills in Special Session

Two bills include higher taxes for roll-your-own cigarettes and removing law requiring certain…

Government June 13, 2012 at 03:16 pm

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Senate Approves Sunday Liquor Sales in CT

A new bill will soon end Connecticut's ban on Sunday liquor sales.

Government May 2, 2012 at 03:33 pm

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Shays Joins 2012 U.S. Senate Race [POLL]

Former Rep. Chris Shays is about to formally jump into the 2012 race for Senate.

Government January 23, 2012 at 06:34 pm

Fresh Off Primary, Murphy Goes on Attack

The newly-minted Democratic nominee for Connecticut's open U.S. Senate seat has wasted no time…

Government August 15, 2012 at 04:40 pm

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10 CT Men Helped Lincoln Pass 13th Amendment (Part I)

February is Black History Month — a good time to celebrate the noble role played by the four…

Top News February 15, 2013 at 08:40 pm

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CT Legislature Confirms First Openly Gay Supreme Court…

Nearly one month since his nomination, former State Sen. Andrew McDonald was confirmed by the…

Government January 24, 2013 at 04:27 am

United Auto Workers Endorse Murphy in 2012 Senate Race

Become first union to endorse a candidate to replace Sen. Lieberman.

Government June 13, 2011 at 08:32 pm

Brookfield Eye on the Beltway: Blumenthal on Lieberman's…

And, Himes meets with Greenwich students during their class trip to DC.

Government May 14, 2012 at 11:36 pm

Brookfield Eye on the Beltway: Senators on Postal Reform

Also, Himes discusses the impending lame-duck Congress session.

Government May 1, 2012 at 02:04 am

CT Minimum Wage Could Jump to $8.70 by January

The state Senate approved an increase in the minimum wage Thursday, May 23.

Government May 24, 2013 at 05:02 pm

State Senate Approves Bill to Unionize Care Workers

The bill, which spurred three lawsuits, now awaits Gov. Malloy's signature.

Government May 4, 2012 at 05:42 pm

Legislators Seek to Provide Grants for Unemployed Vets

The "Step-Up for Veterans" program would provide funds to businesses if they hire unemployed…

Government February 26, 2012 at 10:31 pm

State Legislature Approves Pair of Controversial Bills

Democratic majorities in the House and Senate will soon make Connecticut the 15th state to…

Government June 5, 2011 at 05:39 am

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Brookfield Republican Town Committee unanimously endorses…

The members of the BRTC can formally endorse our Republican candidates and unify the energy of…

Marty Flynn's Blog September 19, 2012 at 04:08 am

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Chris Murphy, Democrat for U.S. Senate

The congressman seeks the Senate seat vacated by Joe Lieberman.

Government August 14, 2012 at 03:59 am

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Expanded Background Checks Fail in Senate

Despite calls from some Sandy Hook victims' families, the U.S. Senate voted down a…

Government May 7, 2013 at 05:43 pm

Poll Shows Obama's Lead Growing in CT

Connecticut will likely remain blue this November when it comes to voting for the president.…

Government October 18, 2012 at 08:30 pm

Poll Shows McMahon With Slight Lead in Senate Race

Several months ago it was Chris Murphy leading Linda McMahon in the polls.

Government August 23, 2012 at 04:52 pm

Senate Approves Election Day, Storm Reponse Bills

In a rare Saturday session, the state Senate approved passed two bills, according to the…

Government May 7, 2012 at 03:01 pm

Brookfield Eye on the Beltway: Lieberman Praises Postal…

And, Himes applauds House passage of Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act.

Government May 18, 2012 at 01:24 am

Campaign Notebook: Campaign Chair Shuffle

A daily look at the news being made in Connecticut's elections.

Government June 27, 2012 at 04:28 am

Brookfield Eye on the Beltway: Blumenthal on Facebook…

And, DeLauro comments on a lawsuit challenging contraception coverage in the Affordable Care…

Government May 25, 2012 at 03:06 am

Primary Roundup: Everything You Need to Vote Tuesday

A roundup of campaign coverage, debates, blogs, letters and candidate profiles.

Government August 14, 2012 at 11:37 am