Bridgeport Mayor Ganim kicks off next phase of petition drive
Posted: Updated:Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim kicked off the next phase of his petition drive Sunday.
Ganim hopes to guarantee himself a spot on the ballot in the upcoming Democratic primary for governor.
The mayor said he's secured 11,000 of the 15,500 signatures needed by the June 12 deadline.
On the heels of Saturday's Democratic convention, the mayor is trying to secure a place on the primary ballot in August.
He criticized the party for endorsing Ned Lamont for governor and Susan Bysiewicz for lieutenant governor.
Ganim says he expects to have the remaining 4,000 signatures in the next few days.
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Google commences $1B expansion in New York City
Google commences $1B expansion in New York City
Google will spend more than $1B to expand its operations in New York City.
Google will spend more than $1B to expand its operations in New York City.
Milford restaurant damaged in fire
Milford restaurant damaged in fire
Milford restaurant damaged in fire
A fire has severely damaged a restaurant in Milford, officials say.
A fire has severely damaged a restaurant in Milford, officials say.
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Forecast: Rain early with partly sunny skies later
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Here's the latest News 12 weather update.
Poll: National Maple Syrup Day
Poll: National Maple Syrup Day
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Today is National Maple Syrup Day! What's your favorite food to top with maple syrup?
Today is National Maple Syrup Day! What's your favorite food to top with maple syrup?
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Mind Game Monday: Holiday songs
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How much do you really know about holiday music? Test your knowledge with our quiz. And don’t forget to check the leaderboard to see how you rank!
How much do you really know about holiday music? Test your knowledge with our quiz. And don’t forget to check the leaderboard to see how you rank!
Chef's Quick Tip: Rib roast
Chef's Quick Tip: Rib roast
This week, Chef Jay Daly from Butcher’s Best Country Market in Newtown shows Tina Redwine how to make a rib roast.
This week, Chef Jay Daly from Butcher’s Best Country Market in Newtown shows Tina Redwine how to make a rib roast.
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CT health care law protected despite Texas judge ruling
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Connecticut’s health care laws remain protected despite a ruling from a Texas judge to end the Affordable Care Act. At least some of the law is already protected in Connecticut.
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Peanuts gang is heading to Apple
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Amazon is expanding its air delivery service. Bargain carrier Spirit tops the list for the most on-time flights. The Peanuts gang is heading to Apple.
Police: 2 dead after wrong-way crash in Stonington
Police: 2 dead after wrong-way crash in Stonington
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Two people are dead after a wrong-way crash along I-95 in Stonington.
Bridgeport community sets up fund for bus driver facing foreclosure
Bridgeport community sets up fund for bus driver facing foreclosure
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Bridgeport residents are asking for the public's help for a local bus driver who may soon be homeless.
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Check out all of the photos this holiday season! Send us yours on Instagram or Twitter using #CTHolidays.
Check out all of the photos this holiday season! Send us yours on Instagram or Twitter using #CTHolidays.
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
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It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
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Gift Guides: Gifts for everyone on your list
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We have a list of the best gifts for everyone on your list!
Just Married in Connecticut
Just Married in Connecticut
News 12 Connecticut wants to announce your wedding.
News 12 Connecticut wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedCT.
News 12 Connecticut wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedCT.
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Food Truck Friday Photos
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Get the lowdown on food trucks around Connecticut!
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Check out these photos from our Tasty Tuesday series.
Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
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The Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.
Guide: Casinos
Guide: Casinos
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Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
France shooting aftermath
France shooting aftermath
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PHOTOS: George H.W. Bush through the years
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George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died Nov. 30 at the age of 94.
