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Across New Haven, coverage here takes in city council decisions, elections, public policy and civic life. This page tracks the initiatives and governance that shape the city.

Walker Wins 14th Term in New Haven House Race

Walker Wins 14th Term in New Haven House Race

Toni Walker ran unopposed for the 93rd House District seat in Tuesday's election, while Eli Sabin also won a New Haven seat unopposed.

Live Poll

Do you trust your local state representatives to keep serving your community well?


Elections

Elections

Campaigners Work Jepson Polling Site on Election Day

Opposing candidate campaigners and a New Haven Rising group distributed flyers outside the Benjamin Jepson School polling place.


City Hall

Live Poll

Should your local government restrict business operations to improve safety in nightlife areas?

City Hall

New Haven Restricts Juice Bars After Shooting Incidents

The city is implementing a new permit system and zoning ordinance to improve public safety downtown.

New Haven Restricts Juice Bars After Shooting Incidents

Immigration

Live Poll

Do you support prioritizing federal immigration enforcement in your local community?

Immigration

Honduran National Pleads Guilty to Illegal Reentry

A 38-year-old Honduran citizen entered a guilty plea in New Haven federal court for unlawful reentry into the United States.

Honduran National Pleads Guilty to Illegal Reentry

Civic Engagement

Live Poll

Does visible local political activism motivate you to participate in upcoming elections?

Civic Engagement

Umbrella Brigade Marches to New Haven Polling Place

The Westville-based political group organized a march to promote early voting ahead of the upcoming election.

Umbrella Brigade Marches to New Haven Polling Place

Unions

Live Poll

Do you believe labor unions successfully improve workplace conditions and benefits for employees?

Unions

New Haven Renames Corner to Honor Union Leader

The city has officially dedicated a street intersection to former labor organizer John Wilhelm.

New Haven Renames Corner to Honor Union Leader

More in Politics

Regular subjects here include legislative updates, mayoral office actions, voter turnout trends and the implementation of municipal ordinances. Reporting spans across the city and the communities around it. Planning commissions and budget meetings typically set the tone for much of the activity seen at city hall. Public interest in zoning and infrastructure projects remains the most consistent driver of municipal debate.