Good morning, Hartford.

A suspect is in custody after hitting an East Hartford police cruiser and then crashing while trying to merge onto Interstate 91 on Thursday morning—state troopers arrived around 11:09 a.m., and officers reported the suspect had minor injuries while the officer was unharmed.

Gov. Lamont said Connecticut lost more than $150 million in federal grants—used for public health, mental health, and addiction services—after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services cut funds early this week.

State officials warned that the sudden stop in funding will soon disrupt emergency department tracking, newborn screenings, and vaccine clinics.

Connecticut home builders and lawmakers are trying to fix the housing shortage by proposing changes to zoning rules and policies for starter homes—efforts aimed at making homes more affordable.

Sen. Marx and industry leader Matt Gilchrist say local planning commissions must ease restrictions even as some towns resist the changes.

Book Fair & Pop Up Market

11 AM – 4 PM | The 224 Ecospace | Free entry | Discover books, crafts, and unique home goods at this community celebration.

Women's Craft Celebration

9 AM – 3 PM | Pond House Cafe | Booth Fee: $75 | Celebrate the high-quality creations of local women artisans at this boutique craft fair.

Jurassic Quest

12-6 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Save 30% with promo code CCC30 — A dinosaur adventure awaits with rides, baby dinos, and life-sized dino exhibits.

Somerset Patriots at Hartford Yard Goats

7:59-11:59 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Tickets from $19 — Experience the thrill of Minor League Baseball with the Hartford Yard Goats.

Jurassic Quest

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dino-mite adventure with baby dinosaurs and excavation activities.

In-Person Parenting Education Class

9 AM – 4 PM — Catholic Charities — Registration required — Enhance your parenting skills through this comprehensive workshop by Catholic Charities.

Hartford Yard Goats vs. Portland Sea Dogs

7:10-11:10 PM — Dunkin' Park — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Hartford Yard Goats take on the Portland Sea Dogs.

Charlotte Checkers at Hartford Wolf Pack

7-11 p.m. — XL Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the excitement of AHL hockey as the Wolf Pack take on the Checkers at home.

Birth Moon Crystal Bracelet Making Class

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Mondazzi Book, Bead & Crystal — $30.00 — Create a personalized moon phase bracelet while exploring lunar influences and crystal healing properties.

Hartford Caribbean Dance Fitness Camp

7-9 p.m. — Warehouse 635 — Fun event — Experience the world's most electrifying Caribbean dance fitness class with all fitness levels welcome.