Get Ready To Stand In Line: Connecticut Sets Record For Registered Voters

When you head to the polls Nov. 8, be prepared to join a big crowd. With just two days left to sign up, Connecticut crossed the 2.1 million threshold for the number of people registered to vote in the state, setting a new record.

Comey’s decision on emails went counter to policy

Senior Justice Department officials warned the FBI that Director James Comey's decision to notify Congress about renewing the investigation into Hillary Clinton's private email server was not consistent with long-standing practices of the department, according to officials familiar with the discussions.  FBI officials who work closely with Comey on Thursday contacted attorneys at the Justice Department. Their message: Comey intended to inform lawmakers of newly discovered emails potentially connected to the Clinton email investigation.

Judge honored with John Mitchell award

PETER CAMERON / STAFF PHOTO Lackawanna County Judge Thomas J. Munley speaks at the John Mitchell Day program Saturday in front of the labor leader's grave in Cathedral Cemetery in Scranton. PETER CAMERON / STAFF PHOTO Lackawanna County Judge Thomas J. Munley speaks at the John Mitchell Day program Saturday in front of the labor leader's grave in Cathedral Cemetery in Scranton.

Ryan challenger thinks he can pull off upset despite long shot status

Democrat Ryan Solen, running for the 1st Congressional District seat, currently occupied by House Speaker Paul Ryan told News 3 Saturday he thinks he can pull of an upset in the race despite his status as an underdog in the race. Solen's campaign invited Ryan to a debate at Blackhawk Technical College, but the speaker did not show up Saturday.

Lynn Jenkins and congressional challengers differ on immigration, foreign policy, Trump

On such topics as foreign policy and immigration, clear policy disagreements separate the three candidates for Congress in the state's 2nd District. U.S. Rep. Lynn Jenkins, a Republican campaigning for a fifth term in Congress, is being challenged by Britani Potter, an Ottawa Democrat, and James Houston Bales, a Libertarian who lives in Lawrence.

4 years after Sandy, Christiea s plans have changed

It's been four years since New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie put on his blue fleece pullover and got to work dealing with Superstorm Sandy. A few days after the storm made landfall in Atlantic City on Oct. 29, 2012, Christie threw presidential politics to the remnants of the wind and welcomed President Barack Obama to tour the damage at the Jersey shore.

At-risk Republicans revel in FBI’s Clinton email announcement

Vulnerable down-ballot Republican candidates seized on the news Friday that the FBI was reviewing new emails tied to the investigation of Hillary Clinton's use of a private server, arguing the GOP must remain in charge of Congress so they can keep check on a potential Clinton presidency. "This decision shows exactly why we need strong watchdogs in Congress to ensure thorough oversight of the executive branch," said veteran Republican Rep. Darrell Issa.

Hey political junkies: Plan for an Election Day marathon

In this Oct. 28, 2016 file photo, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Lisbon, Maine. It will be strictly a spectator sport for the estimated 46 million people who are likely to vote in advance of Election Day.

Clinton reacts fast as e-mail issue erupts again

For more than a year, Hillary Clinton has been a reluctant participant in the email controversy that has dogged her campaign, responding defensively to inquiries - and often only when there's a political imperative to do so. The email issue flared up unexpectedly just over a week from Election Day, threatening Clinton's lead over Republican Donald Trump.

Congressional candidates weigh in on top priorities, issues

In the 1st Congressional District, which covers eastern New Hampshire and the city of Manchester, Republican Rep. Frank Guinta is trying to hold his seat against former Democratic Rep. Carol Shea-Porter and Independent candidate Shawn O'Connor. The 2nd congressional district includes eastern and northern New Hampshire and the cities of Nashua and Concord.

Recast Indiana governora s race still has Pence presence

Republican Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb has rushed to distinguish himself to voters since his party chose him to replace Indiana Gov. Mike Pence on the ballot the three months ago, after Pence dropped his re-election bid to become Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate.

Clinton calls on FBI to release a full and complete factsa of email review

Hillary Clinton's email controversy roared back to the forefront of the presidential campaign Friday when FBI Director James Comey told lawmakers the bureau is reviewing new emails related to her personal server. The revelation - 11 days before the election and nearly four months after Comey said he wouldn't recommend criminal charges because of Clinton's use of the server - shook the Democratic nominee's campaign.

‘She’s a traditional girl’: Mariah Carey ‘refused to sleep with…

Furious Clinton hits out at new FBI probe and demands they reveal evidence 'without delay' - as 1,000 uninvestigated Hillary emails are found on laptop shared by Huma and Weiner after DailyMail story How Huma Abedin's loyalty to her pervert husband Anthony Weiner could torpedo her boss's lifelong dream of being president PIERS MORGAN: Dikileaks just blew up in Hillary's face - and she has nobody to blame but herself.

Clinton e-mail investigation

A new shock hit Hillary Clinton's campaign Friday in the unpredictable and often unbelievable presidential race: The FBI is looking into whether there was classified information on a device belonging to the estranged husband of one of her closest aides. Adding to the drama of the stunning revelation: The FBI uncovered the emails during a sexting investigation of Anthony Weiner, the disgraced ex-congressman who is separated from longtime Clinton aide Huma Abedin.

FBIa s October surprise complicates race for Clinton

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton arrives at Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Friday to attend a rally. CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa >> A new shock hit Hillary Clinton's campaign Friday in the unpredictable and often unbelievable presidential race: The FBI is looking into whether there was classified information on a device belonging to the estranged husband of one of her closest aides.