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Latest poll shows Gov. Phil Scott and Amanda Janoo in tightest race in a decade
Scott and Janoo in “statistical tie” in the state’s gubernatorial race.
Follow Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark’s legal actions, with other jurisdictions and states, challenging actions taken by President Donald Trump.
Vermont Supreme Court allows Gov. Scott to enforce in-person work for state employees
The order, a reversal of the state labor board’s decision, comes after a monthslong legal battle between Gov. Phil Scott’s administration and the Vermont State Employees’ Association.
Rural Vermont Rising demands to be heard — now and in the future
From fury over a regional land use plan to a new slate of legislative policy positions, the ascendant forum Rural Vermont Rising has been anything but dormant this summer.
The state panel handling labor disputes in Vermont is short on members at a critical moment
Members of the Vermont Labor Relations Board are appointed by Gov. Phil Scott. “I don’t understand why the governor is taking so long,” one labor leader said.
Scott administration: Expect tighter state budget to make room for tax cuts
If he’s reelected, the Republican governor plans to pitch just a 1% increase in state spending across the board — lower than the 3% limit he’s called for previously.
Feds’ lawsuit demanding Vermont voter data tossed by federal judge
A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Justice said federal lawyers would likely appeal the ruling.
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VTDigger launches 2026 Vermont general election guide
Explore the candidates and races on Vermont’s Nov. 3 ballot, examine campaign finance data and find everything you need to cast your vote.
How to vote in Vermont’s 2026 general election
Early voting is available through Nov. 2. All currently registered voters will automatically be sent ballots in the mail on or before Oct. 1. If you are not already registered, there are multiple ways to request and submit your ballot.
FEMA approves funding for at least 90 buyouts in Vermont, providing relief for flood survivors
“To say that these buyouts are long-overdue is a massive understatement,” said U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt.
Vermont Lt. Gov. John Rodgers says he’ll pay reduced fine to settle weed grow business violation
Rodgers acknowledged he violated state rules but said the fact he has to pay any fine at all is “outrageous” because he feels he made only a simple mistake.
Somber and hopeful, 47 immigrants become U.S. citizens on 9/11 anniversary
New Americans were sworn in at the Statehouse on the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
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