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Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas-based Francesca’s began liquidation sales as it closes its 450 stores nationwide including seven in Connecticut — the West Hartford store on Farmington Avenue now shows clearance and leasing notices, and no closure date has been provided. Connecticut Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The trailer for horror film Twisted is now online; it was filmed in Danbury, New Milford, Newtown and New Haven in 2024 by Saw veteran Darren Lynn Bousman (featuring Lauren LaVera, Djimon Hounsou, Neal McDonough and Alicia Witt). Connecticut Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologist Scot Haney warned that single-digit temperatures on Wednesday morning make it dangerous for students heading to school, and officials urge parents to ensure kids dress warmly as arctic-like conditions persist. WFSB-TV
- ➤ State intervention continues in Hartford Public Schools as officials address a $38.3 million deficit with new financial training measures and enhanced resource tracking. In Bridgeport, a state-appointed team is reducing staff vacancies and improving budget protocols to secure vital student services. Connecticut Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Hartford will remove 38 honey locust trees next week from Farmington Avenue to address sidewalk buckling and replace them with 47 new native trees as part of a $10 million Center revitalization project. Town officials will decide in three days after considering public comments. NBC Connecticut
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut doctors from Yale and UConn say smoking speeds up aging by sending toxins through the body—causing early wrinkles, brittle bones, and slower healing. They urge quitting to help reduce these effects. Connecticut Post
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new report presented at a housing conference on Wednesday found Connecticut had a shortage of 120,000-380,000 homes. The report signals a significant gap that may affect local housing options. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Metro Realty Group expects the 55-unit apartment project on Deming Street in South Windsor to break ground after receiving $5.5 million from the state Department of Housing and $1 million from CHFA’s Opportunity Fund (33 units will be affordable for residents earning up to 50% of the median income). CT Insider
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Scott Ericson examines Connecticut high school girls basketball trends as the unbeaten New Britain Hurricanes face a tough road ahead with a game today at 6 p.m. in the NCCC, while Northwest Catholic senior Abby Casper breaks the school scoring record and several players join the 1,000-point club. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn women’s basketball faces Georgetown today at 7:30 p.m. at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. as Azzi Fudd returns for her final homecoming in a UConn jersey + the team follows a record win that snapped a three-game losing streak. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Eversource volunteers are making snow at the Windsor facility today to form cross-country skiing and snowshoeing courses for the 2026 Special Olympics Winter Games, scheduled for Feb. 28 — March 1. Their work prepares a key venue for the two-day event and shows strong community support. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Eversource volunteers are making the season's first snow today at the Windsor facility for the 2026 Special Olympics Connecticut Winter Games — marking a festive kickoff for the community event. WFSB-TV
- ➤ The Travelers Championship, Connecticut’s only PGA Tour event, will be broadcast by NBC Sports+headquartered in Stamford. The tournament in Cromwell begins June 28 and offers local golf voices a unique homecoming shift from CBS. Connecticut Post
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Ghosts of Jupiter with John Ferrara
8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket details not listed — Experience psychedelic rock with Ghosts of Jupiter and innovative bass compositions by John Ferrara.
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Urgent - A Tribute to Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.55+ service fee — Experience electrifying hits from Foreigner brought to life by the premier tribute band Urgent.
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Kermit Lynch Wine Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Artisan Restaurant West Hartford — $125 per person — Experience a gourmet five-course dinner paired with exquisite Kermit Lynch wines as you explore French and Italian flavors.
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Valentine Craft Workshop
6-7 p.m. — The Mark Twain House & Museum — $25 per person — Learn the Victorian language of flowers and craft unique Valentines to express your true sentiments.
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CT River & Roots Series: Kimaya Diggs
2-3:30 p.m. — Windsor Art Center — Free entry — Enjoy a free acoustic performance by R&B/soul musician Kimaya Diggs in a welcoming gallery setting.
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Pressed Flower Heart Art Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Connecticut Valley Brewing Company — Free entry — Create a lasting heart-shaped artwork using pressed flowers.
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PMP Certification Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — 100 Pearl Street Gallery Parking — Cost varies — Fast-track training to become a Project Management Professional with expert coaching and resources.
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Eric Lindell Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Tickets available — Experience the soulful tunes of acclaimed singer-songwriter Eric Lindell in an intimate setting.
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Harvest & Rust - A Neil Young Experience
7-9 p.m. — Downtown Live at the Rockwell Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an authentic tribute to Neil Young with stirring performances from one of the premier bands in the Northeast USA.
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Communication & Self-Esteem Workshop with Brisa Albuquerque
5-8 p.m. — Our Lady of Fatima Child Care Center — Limited slots — Explore authentic communication and confidence-building techniques to enhance personal and professional growth.
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