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Conn. poll shows support for new gun control law

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:49:34 GMT

While a new Quinnipiac University Poll shows a majority of Connecticut voters support the state's new gun control law, there's doubt whether enough has been done to help prevent another mass school shooting like the one in Newtown.

Belsito to be sworn in as new Conn. state rep.

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:44:09 GMT

Secretary of the State Denise Merrill is swearing in the newest member of the Connecticut General Assembly.

Honor proposed for Puerto Rico-based Army unit

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:32:19 GMT

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal has introduced a bill to recognize an Army infantry regiment that was made up almost entirely of soldiers from Puerto Rico who fought in World War I, World War II and the Korean War.

Conn. senators still hold out hope for gun bill

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:07:31 GMT

Connecticut's two Democratic U.S. senators say they still believe the Senate could take up a slightly retooled gun control bill later this year.

Judge could face removal from bench

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:49:33 GMT

For the second time in four years, a Connecticut Superior Judge is facing charges before the state's Judicial Review Council.

Malloy meets with Conn. utilities on storm prep

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:14:28 GMT

On Tuesday, the State Capitol warned that a bad hurricane season is forecasted and everyone should be prepared.

Concern over future of student loans

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:42:17 GMT

It could mean thousands of dollars more in interest for college graduates working to pay back their student loans. Rates are set to double if Congress doesn't act quickly and that has local students very concerned about their financial futures.

Conn. court: use of force to get DNA sample OK

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:10:23 GMT

Connecticut's second-highest court says prison officials can use reasonable force to take DNA samples from convicted felons who refuse to provide them.

Texas governor visits Connecticut to woo business

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:19:33 GMT

Texas Governor Rick Perry visited Connecticut with one goal in mind; to sell his state to local companies. Local gun makers, angry about recent gun-control legislation, are among Perry's prime targets.

Conn.'s Courtney to highlight student loan bill

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:21:48 GMT

Connecticut U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney is highlighting legislation he has proposed in Congress to prevent interest rates on need-based student loans from doubling next month.