Bipartisan legislation quickly passed by the state Senate would curtail the independence of Connecticut’s elections watchdog as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

A unified House Republican minority neutralized opposition from half of the chamber’s Democrats and assured final passage Thursday of a bipartisan deal to end a half century of independence by Connecticut’s elections watchdog.

In a late-night vote after a lightning-quick debate, the state Senate Tuesday approved a partial takeover of the State Election Enforcement CommissionL

HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - Connecticut could see some changes when it comes to upcoming elections. Lawmakers are voting on a proposal on early voting. Last year was the first time Connecticut voters ...