
The competitive race tested the popularity of George’s progressive policies, which Kenney argued have gone too far.
The competitive race tested the popularity of George’s progressive policies, which Kenney argued have gone too far.
Kenney has garnered overwhelming support from police unions in his campaign for Chittenden County state’s attorney. His opponent, incumbent Sarah George, said she would never seek the support of law enforcement unions and sees it as a conflict of interest.
The Chittenden County State’s Attorney faced off against her primary challenger in a virtual forum on Wednesday, defending her five-year track record as the county’s top prosecutor.
As Vermont and the country see an uptick in mental health issues and some crimes, two Democratic candidates spar over whether to lean into or away from a progressive approach to law enforcement.
Last fall, Vermont school staff asked lawmakers to hold off on passing new education laws in the upcoming legislative session. But roughly seven months later, as the legislative session nears its end, lawmakers’ plates have been full when it comes to education bills.
The race is sure to focus on criminal justice reform — and George's record as a progressive prosecutor.
Williston Selectboard Vice Chair Ted Kenney is considering a run for Chittenden County state’s attorney, a role that has landed incumbent Sarah George in the spotlight several times over her five years in the seat.
Some residents near the North Country Sportsmen’s Club said they were worried about the impact of additional Saturday events on other gatherings in the area.
Gov.-elect Phil Scott is expected to pick among two of Donovan's deputies and another Chittenden County attorney to succeed the outgoing state's attorney.