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Jul
03

NH voters confident in their own elections. Those held in other states? Not as much.

Less than a quarter of NH voters say voter fraud is a serious problem in the state, but nearly half say it is a problem nationally.
2 min read
May
31

What intimidation at the polls means for future elections

As mistrust has risen, election workers have been faced with angry and accusatory voters who have turned to threats, intimidation, and harassment, making a critical job even more difficult.
5 min read
May
31

Court releases NH congressional district maps drawn by special master

The map would move five towns from the 1st congressional district to the 2nd district to equalize the population between the two. Oral argument on the proposed map is scheduled for Tuesday, May 31.
3 min read
Apr
29

NH Senate votes down cannabis legalization, dashing supporters' hopes

The debate represented the latest episode in a years-long dynamic: A bipartisan majority of the New Hampshire House passing a cannabis legalization bill and a bipartisan majority of the Senate rejecting the effort and voicing concerns.
3 min read
Apr
28

Future of $100 million housing plan uncertain as Executive Council withholds approval

Councilors said they could not approve the funding without more restrictions in writing. Sununu administration officials say they will flesh out and explain their vision, even if the underlying structure remains unchanged.
5 min read
Apr
27

NH Democrats urge DNC to keep #fitn primary

In his pitch, the NH Democratic Party chairman argues New Hampshire is one of the most accessible states for presidential candidates who can build robust campaigns for less money.
2 min read
Aug
30

Big factors in each NH town's COVID vaccination success: outreach, demographics

The New Hampshire towns that have reached vaccination rates of 70% and higher – and there are fewer than 10 – have
6 min read
Aug
29

Interim rules set for NH school vouchers program

Under the new law, public school dollars would essentially follow K-12 students if they decided to attend private or charter schools.
2 min read
Aug
28

Sununu signs 'Laurie List' bill with NH law enforcement reforms

While Democrats hailed some of the strides made, they criticized Republican colleagues for cutting out certain recommendations from the final legislation.
3 min read
Aug
28

House Redistricting Committee has mapping software, plans listening sessions

The first round of listening sessions will be held in each county, starting as soon as mid-September and running through mid-October.
2 min read