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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A weekend snowstorm dropping over a foot of snow and below-freezing temperatures has prompted Milford’s Beth-El Center to secure motel rooms for 20 unsheltered residents, with 40 more placed in shelters and church overflows while outreach workers arrange rides and supplies to help safely pack up belongings. CT Mirror
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fray will perform at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport on Aug. 23 as part of its Summer of Light tour. General tickets go on sale Friday and the band will debut new songs from its first album in over a decade, A Light That Waits, set for release on Mar. 13. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Kid Cudi will perform at The Meadows Music Theatre in Hartford on June 3 as part of his Rebel Ragers Tour featuring hits such as Day ’N’ Nite, Mr. Rager and Maui Wowie, with guest appearances by Big Boi, M.I.A & A-Trak. Connecticut Post
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews cleared heavy snow from Winter Storm Benjamin in Hartford Monday, leaving icy conditions. I-95 in Milford remained treacherous & Waterbury closed municipal offices after 15 inches of snow fell, prompting local officials to advise caution. WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont extended the Severe Cold Weather Protocol until noon on Thursday, Feb. 5 because frigid temperatures are expected to keep overnight lows in the single digits and below zero on some nights; shelters and warming centers remain available for those in need. WFSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC updated its recommendations for childhood vaccines on Jan. 5 — Connecticut officials say the public school schedule still requires the full set of immunizations, and all vaccines remain covered by insurance. Doctors will use clinical decision-making for optional vaccines when needed. CT Mirror
- ➤ Connecticut launched a public dashboard to track emergency room crowding using boarding data. The report shows that nearly 40% of patients needing in-patient care waited over four hours in the ED, and healthcare experts hope the tool will spur new solutions. Connecticut Public
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UConn Huskies, riding a 15-game win streak and ranked No. 2 in the Big East, are set to face the struggling Providence Friars today at Gampel Pavilion at 7:30 p.m. on TNT (truTV) in a game where UConn may miss Braylon Mullins due to concussion protocol. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn women's basketball players Sarah Strong and Blanca Quiñonez earned Big East weekly honors for the sixth time this season (announced Monday, Jan. 22). Strong received Player of the Week and Quiñonez earned Freshman of the Week (after a 3-0 week). Connecticut Post
- ➤ Former UConn forward Aaliyah Edwards will be inducted into the Huskies of Honor on Wednesday night. She becomes the 24th honoree after earning WBCA All-American honors and credits her time at Gampel Pavilion for building her successful pro career. Connecticut Post
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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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Valentine's Paint Night with FiyaBomb
5:30 p.m. — Lo Sano Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy a creative Paint & Sip night guided by celebrated artist Fiyabomb with cocktails and giveaways.
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Snowglobe Cup Crafting Class
6-8 p.m. — The Bristol Bazaar — Fun event — Create your own magical snowglobe cup in a festive, hands-on setting.
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