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Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Ellington firefighters freed a horse that fell through a damaged trail bridge along the Hockanum River trail behind the YMCA on Pinney Street Saturday afternoon (one person was evaluated for a leg injury). FOX61
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hartford hosted a free spring break empowerment camp for students ages 8-15 at Arroyo Community Center and Parker Memorial Community Center; a summer camp will run from July 6 to Aug. 14 with registration opening May 1. Officials said space is limited. FOX61
- ➤ School leaders gathered at the state Capitol to call for updates to the education funding formula (unchanged since 2013). They urge state officials to boost funding as the legislative session nears its end. WFSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Plug-in solar panels that work with a battery to power key appliances are gaining support in New England for being low cost and easy to use. Lawmakers in Vermont (and Connecticut and neighboring states) are set to consider rules letting residents, including those in mobile homes, save on energy bills. Connecticut Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Candidate Anne Weisberg is running for state representative in the 108th District and says lowering energy bills will require streamlining solar permitting + she supports HB 5340 in Hartford to cut red tape for easier solar panel installation. CT Mirror
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A West Hartford couple is set to run in the Boston Marathon to raise funds for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, aiming to finish under four and a half hours while their fundraising efforts have already exceeded $35,000 this year (and $150,000 overall) to support cancer research. NBC Connecticut
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Hartford’s housing market sees bidding wars as few available homes spark intense competition — Zillow named the city the Hottest Housing Market of 2026 and noted strong interest from New York and Boston buyers. FOX61
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hall fought Farmington in a close lacrosse game in West Hartford Saturday morning, with Farmington winning 7 to 6. Despite a strong comeback effort, Hall will host Southington today at 6 p.m. We-Ha
- ➤ Connecticut runners board a shuttle bus in Manchester (heading to Boston) for the 130th Boston Marathon starting at 9:05 a.m. today, with the race beginning in Hopkinton and ending in Boston. WTNH News 8
- ➤ CT Sun began their final training camp today in the state with six rookies, several returners, and 10-time All-Star Brittney Griner working to finalize the team roster (the camp sets up the season ahead). Connecticut Post
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Whine & W3rk Caribbean Dance Fitness Class
7-9 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket required — Get ready to unleash your energy with a high-energy Caribbean dance fitness class open to all levels.
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Native Gardens
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets start at $118 — An unforgettable theatrical experience in Hartford.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: The Greatest Show On Earth
7-10 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Ticket required for ages 2+ — Experience the thrill of circus fun with exciting performances and spectacles.
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Turf Opener: 37 Years of Racing Madness
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — R/C Madness — Registration open — Celebrate 37 years of racing with intense turf competitions across multiple classes.
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Native Gardens
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets from $136 — Experience the can't-miss live show at Hartford Stage.
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Protoje Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets from $54 — Experience a night of vibrant reggae music with Protoje live on stage.
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Dar Williams Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Infinity Music Hall — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the evocative sounds of Dar Williams as she reflects on life through her music.
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Native Gardens
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $136 — Experience the can't-miss live event of Native Gardens in Hartford.
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Tayler Holder Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Webster — $31.15 — Experience Tayler Holder in an all-ages concert showcasing his talent and energy.
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Test of Strength: Dear Norma 6
6-8:30 p.m. — Dudleytown Brewing Company — VIP $30, GA $20 — Experience an electrifying showdown of strength with thrilling matches and fierce competition.
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