Voters turned out in record breaking numbers in New Hampshire's general elections this November. Students across the country and here in New Hampshire took to college campuses this spring to protest Israel's war in Gaza. Communities across the state continue to recover from multiple flooding events.

We look back on these top stories and more from 2024 in this edition of the New Hampshire News Recap.

Guests:

• Josh Rogers, NHPR
• Olivia Richardson, NHPR
• Mara Hoplamazian, NHPR

The Republican-controlled New Hampshire Legislature picked its leaders this week. And House representatives voted this week to create a new committee dedicated to the state's housing crisis.

Lawyers for state Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi asked a lower court judge this week to toss out her corruption case.

We talk about these stories and more on this edition of the New Hampshire News Recap.

Guests:

• Steven Porter, Boston Globe
• Michaela Towfighi, Concord Monitor

Top stories from around New Hampshire this week:

Governor’s appearance at closed door meeting sheds new light on his role in Marconi case

Gov. Sununu and members of the Pease Development Authority board met in private with the Attorney General shortly before Geno Marconi was placed on administrative leave. Criminal charges for him — and his wife, Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi — followed.

Republican Sherman Packard wins third term as NH House Speaker

Packard told lawmakers they will face a tough two years, particularly when it comes to the state budget.

Councilors hit pause on Dartmouth Health takeover of psychiatric hospital for kids

The deal is backed by Gov. Chris Sununu and state health officials, but questions emerged about oversight of Hampstead Hospital.

One thing lawmakers can agree on? New Hampshire’s in a housing crisis.

Advocates and many lawmakers hoped 2024 would be the year of housing in the Legislature… as there were a record number of bills introduced on the issue, but most failed. They are hoping this next session could be different.

One year ago this Sunday, Bradley Haas, a security guard at New Hampshire Hospital, was killed when a former patient walked into the lobby and opened fire. Moments later, a state trooper shot and killed the gunman, John Madore.

The tragedy prompted calls to reform New Hampshire's gun laws and security measures at public buildings. In this edition of the NH News Recap, we look at where those efforts stand now.

Guests:

• Paul Cuno-Booth, NHPR
• Annmarie Timmins, NHPR

Top stories stories from around New Hampshire this week:

NH gun reform failed after hospital shooting. Advocates will try again in 2025.

A push to add mental health records to the federal background check system fell short this year in the Legislature.

Security improvements remain a work in progress, one year after NH Hospital shooting

New Hampshire has completed some upgraded safety measures at the state hospital, but officials are only just beginning to take on most of the other recommendations, including a professional safety assessment of all state facilities.

More New Hampshire headlines:

New Manchester coalition tackles rising demand for adult English classes

Four people plead guilty to damaging NH building owned by Israeli defense contractor

Recent Republican gains in Manchester reflect party's statewide wins

Judge gives NH more time to end ER boarding of psychiatric patients

Voters turned out in record numbers this week to cast their ballots. New Hampshire Democrats won the federal races, while Republicans claimed victory at the State House. We dive into the election results on this edition of the New Hampshire News Recap.

Guests:

• Amanda Gokee, Boston Globe
• Ethan DeWitt, New Hampshire Bulletin

Top stories stories from around New Hampshire this week:

Ayotte wins race for governor with promise to keep NH on the ‘Sununu path’

The race pitted two experienced campaigners against each other in a contest that attracted lots of national attention — and national money.

NH Republicans claim big State House wins and strengthen majorities in House and Senate

While New Hampshire Democrats won the federal races, Republicans claimed victory nearly everywhere else on the ballot: in the state House of Representatives, the state Senate and the Executive Council.

Pappas, Goodlander both win, as NH Democrats maintain hold on Congressional seats

Democrats appeared to sweep New Hampshire’s congressional district races on Tuesday.

At a post-election peace vigil in Nashua, some express concern and a need for honesty

The event was planned before the election results were called, anticipating a need for people to reflect on a long election season.

More New Hampshire headlines:

Sanborn goes around AG, asks court for help selling casino

Climate change could affect fall colors. 35 years of data from NH might provide insights on how.

Some NH communities are turning to ‘housing navigators’ for help with the housing crisis

Voters across New Hampshire will head to the polls on Tuesday to cast their ballots for president, the state’s next governor and more.

In this edition of the New Hampshire News Recap, we discuss the top issues on voters’ minds ahead of the election. We also discuss the latest updates from the campaign trail.

Guests:

• Josh Rogers, NHPR
• Anna Brown, Citizens Count
• Carol Robidoux, Manchester Ink Link

Other election news from around New Hampshire:

Plenty at stake, including State House control, in NH’s down ballot races

Democrats are hoping to flip control of the NH House, as Republicans works to hold their legislative majorities.

Follow the ballot: What happens after you vote in NH?

Votes will be cast and counted on Nov. 5, but final results for New Hampshire’s elections won’t be ready immediately, as recounts and the formal certification process take time to complete.

Where they stand: Candidates for NH governor, CD1 and CD2

Get caught up on where the top-of-the-ballot candidates stand on issues that matter to Granite Staters, such as housing, abortion, immigration, and addiction.

Split decisions: NH election outcomes could hinge on voters who cross party lines

Ticket splitting has played a major role in recent New Hampshire politics. It's likely to shape this year's election as well.

Should NH judges retire at 70 or 75? Some aren’t sure that’s the right question

Plus: Explore the data on how raising the judicial retirement age to 75 could affect New Hampshire courts.

As Election Day nears, candidates are trying to mobilize voters with campaign events and high profile endorsements. President Joe Biden made a stop in Concord at NHTI with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders at the New Hampshire Democratic party headquarters. U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries also visited the state this week to support Maggie Goodlander in her bid to represent New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District.

And Gov. Chris Sununu says new allegations about Donald Trump’s support for authoritarians don't change his support for the former president. We discuss these stories and more on this edition of the NH News Recap.

Guests:

• Josh Rogers, NHPR
• Paula Tracy, Indepth NH

Top stories from around New Hampshire:

Biden, Sanders Tout Success in Bringing Down Drug Prices at NHTI Event

President Joe Biden and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders came to New Hampshire Tuesday to tout “consequential progress” in taking on what Sanders called “the greed of the pharmaceutical industry” through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Housing Is Big Issue in Race for Governor: Ayotte, Craig Weigh In

With estimates that the state will need close to 90,000 new affordable housing units by 2040 to address the state’s needs and it is already 23,000 units behind, housing is a big issue in the upcoming governor’s race.

As Ayotte and Craig clash, race for NH governor expected to break spending record

The New Hampshire governor's race in 2024 is on pace to top the previous record for fundraising among the candidates.

Top stories from around New Hampshire:

Hantz Marconi says Chief Justice MacDonald approved her meeting with Sununu

Portsmouth bank executive sues ex-police officer over November 2023 assault

EPA fines NH developer for violating lead paint rules

In less than a month Granite Staters will elect a new governor. Former Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig and former US Senator Kelly Ayotte are vying for the corner office, and we hear the top issues they’re campaigning on as they work to sway voters.

And the Keene Board of Education met this week to discuss possible changes to its lunch debt policy. Advocates have raised concerns that Keene’s middle and high schools could withhold food from students who have lunch debt.

We discuss these stories on this week’s edition of the New Hampshire News Recap.

Guests:

• Josh Rogers, NHPR
• James Rinker, Keene Sentinel
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Top stories from around New Hampshire:

Ayotte and Craig keep focus on their core issues, as governor race enters home stretch

With less than a month until Election Day, both candidates appear locked in on their chosen issues and are largely talking past each other — and spending less time on issues of most concern to voters, like housing and the broader economy.

KBOE stresses need for better communication in lunch debt, bullying discussions

Amid public scrutiny on how the Keene School District addresses bullying and lunch debt, the Keene Board of Education discussed next steps and potential community solutions for both issues at its meeting at Keene High School Tuesday.

More New Hampshire headlines:

Do you know if your water service lines contain lead? Watch for a letter from your water system.

Two Republican candidates sue Goffstown library over election questionnaire

NH Sec. of State orders use of affidavit ballots on Election Day, despite law’s conflicting dates

Hundreds gather for vigil marking first anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel