Greater Hartford Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Hartford County decreased recently.

Hartford To Get Funding For Blighted Property Remediation

Gov. Ned Lamont announced $19M in grants to help assess and remediate properties across the state.

Hartford County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Greater Hartford area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Greater Hartford Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Hartford County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

DEEP Officer Named 2020 CT Wildlife Officer of the Year

Environmental Conservation Officer John Chickos was recently named the Wildlife Officer of the Year.

The Digital Divide: How Greater Hartford Area Compares In Internet Usage

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Greater Hartford area compares.

State To Fund $10 Million For Hartford Affordable Housing

Three affordable housing projects are moving forward as part of a $49 million state package.

Sen. Cabrera Applauds Lamont's No-Excuse Absentee Ballot Order

The governor's executive order applies to the upcoming special elections for all municipal offices in Bethany and Woodbridge.

Federal Taxes In Hartford County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Hartford County neighbors.

Representative McGee Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis

A new house bill would establish the Commission on Racial Equity in Public Health.

Free Income Tax Prep Available To Greater Hartford Residents

Give Yourself Some Credit...Tax Credit! Volunteer Income Tax Assistance at no charge for households with annual income up to $57,000.

State Representative Brandon McGee Joins Harc Board Of Directors

"It is an honor to be a part of such a powerful organization helping some of the most vulnerable people in society,” McGee said.

CT Governor Honors Contributions of Aquiline Drones to Economy

Press Conference Highlights Positive Impact of Recent Population Growth in Connecticut and Hartford

State Refuses to Prevent Discriminatory Rationing of Care

State Legislature Considers Stepping In to Require Protections

Hartford Man Pleads Guilty To Assaulting Mail Carrier: Feds

Demorse Kelley has pleaded guilty to charges that he assaulted a U.S. Postal Service carrier.

Rep. McGee Completes Service As Black Puerto Rican Caucus Chair

The Hartford Democrat will continue service as Chair of Housing Committee.

Former Governor's Aid Dies At 31

A former aid to Gov. Dannel Malloy and Hartford resident has died.

DEEP Issues Statement: Transportation Climate Initiative Program

Katie Dykes released a statement on the program to reduce carbon pollution by 26 percent from transportation sources in Connecticut by 2032.

ConnCAN Applauds Nomination Of Cardona As Next Secretary Of Ed

Dr. Miguel A. Cardona, Commissioner of the State Department of Education, was nominated by President-Elect Biden today.

Hartford Gun Buyback Program Enters 12th Year

The Capital Region Guy Buyback Program​ will be held this weekend.

Facing a Crisis, Time to Rethink Connecticut's Waste System

As Waste Disposal Options Become More Limited, Sustainable Materials Management Will be Key to An Affordable, Sustainable & Equitable Future

Hartford Election Results 2020: Votes for President, Local Races

Here is how Hartford residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.

Hartford County Election Results For State Races

In Connecticut, Democrats have decisive majorities over Republicans in both chambers of the State Legislature.

CT Court Denies Suit Against Schools On Mask Wearing

A Hartford court denied an injunction filed by the Freedom Alliance to block mandatory mask wearing in schools.

Voting In Hartford: Everything You Need To Know

The polls are now open in Hartford. Here’s everything you need to know about the candidates and where to vote.

Election Day In Hartford: When, Where To Vote

Hartford residents head to the polls on Nov. 3 to vote for president, congress and several local, state races.

CT 1st Congressional District 2020: Larson, Fay And McCormick

Democratic incumbent John Larson, Republican Mary Fay and Green Party candidate Thomas McCormick are vying for the seat.

Election 2020: Hartford Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Hartford for the election Nov. 3.

Governor Directs State Police To Address Gun Violence In Hartford

State Parole Officers are increasing in-person contact with high-risk individuals in the capital city.

Sen. Berthel on Democrat Majority Agenda for Special Session

State Senator Eric Berthel (R-32) released the following statement in connection with the agenda for the September 2020 Special Session.

Hartford Mayor Bronin Hospitalized

Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin announced Thursday that he was hospitalized with a medical condition.

Hartford Man Sentenced To 9 Years In Federal Prison For Drugs

The man was sentenced to 108 months in prison, followed by four years of supervised release, for trafficking heroin and fentanyl.

Judge Grants Expedited Discovery In Postal Service Suit

Connecticut joined other states led by Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson suing the Trump Administration.

AG Tong Warns Healthcare Providers May Be Violating Act

Connecticut healthcare providers may be violating the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act with a coronavirus surcharge.

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy Buys Historic Hartford Home

After more than a year without a permanent residence in Connecticut, Murphy's family has purchased a Hartford home.

AG Tong Urges Senate To Pass COVID-19 Student Loan Relief Laws

A bipartisan coalition of 28 attorneys general are aiming to assist federal student loan borrowers impacted by the pandemic.

AG Tong Join Coalition Against Florida’s Pay-To-Vote System

The coalition argues that the law unlawfully hinges the right to vote on court-ordered financial obligations.

Court Blocks Trump Public Charge Rule After Motion By CT

In April, Connecticut, New York, Vermont and New York City asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block implementation of the Public Charge Rule.

Sen. Champagne Opposes 'Onerous' Police Accountability Bill

"This bill is damaging to public safety across the state and it effectively places financial burdens on municipalities."

North Main Streetscape Construction Gets $600,000 In Bonding

"This allocation is the culmination of a nearly 7-year push, spanning three mayoral terms," said State Representative Brandon L McGee Jr.