Good morning, Hartford.

West Hartford police reported that on June 1st at 9:49 p.m. a fatal pedestrian crash occurred near the intersection of New Britain Avenue and South Main Street when a man in dark clothing was struck and could not be revived— the driver remained at the scene with no charges filed— and the intersection remains closed pending further investigation— local officials said—.

Police are investigating a deadly shooting in East Hartford Sunday morning and are seeking clues to determine what led to the incident.

Governor Lamont defended Connecticut’s high per-pupil spending at a rally on May 14 in Waterbury but his claim conflicted with data showing the state ranked fourth nationally, with a large share of funds coming from local budgets.

Lawmakers will soon propose a two-year budget that may add K–12 money, yet experts warn that more funding alone will not fix the inequities+ poorer districts continue to lag behind.

Gov. Ned Lamont visited the Capitol after a major early education bill passed Saturday as lawmakers start work today to adopt a biennial budget and vote on a bipartisan energy deal by Wednesday night, and they held brief talks on a proposed child tax credit while adjusting other key bills for rate relief.

Gov. Lamont and lawmakers are working to pass a new two-year budget that uses creative workarounds to bypass a strict spending cap that has troubled Connecticut for 34 years.

Their plan includes a one-time $200 million payment into the teachers’ pension fund in 2025-26—critics worry this may leave key services underfunded.

Evening Retreat for Music Ministers

6-9 p.m. — Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center — $45 for non-members, $35 for NPM members — Gather with fellow music ministers for an evening of singing, learning, and spiritual reflection.

Smino's Kountry Kousins Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket prices vary — Experience Smino's genre-blurring sound with sharp lyricism and infectious groove alongside Samara Cyn.

Back to the Future - The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the musical adaptation of the iconic 80's film with Marty McFly and friends.

Unicorn World

9:00-10:30 a.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Family-friendly fun — Experience a magical world with life-like unicorns and enchanting activities.

Little Poland Festival

12:30-6 p.m. — Little Poland Festival — Free entry — Experience live music, ethnic food, and vibrant folk performances in New Britain's Little Poland district.

Educational Dinner on Hemophilia Treatments

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Artisan Restaurant West Hartford — $10 for non-members — Discover Qfitlia, a new therapy for Hemophilia A and B while enjoying a meal.

Youth Fountain Concert

7-10 PM — The Webster — Tickets may be required — Experience a cathartic pop-punk and post-emo musical journey.

Comedy Night at Long View Ciderhouse

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Long View Ciderhouse Orchard Bar — Enjoy the humor and laughter with talented comedians showcasing their skills.

Sit or Start Soccer Workouts

8-10 a.m. — 65 Van Block Ave — Pricing info not provided — Enhance your technical skills and agility with focused soccer training sessions for middle and high school athletes.

Insurance Trivia Challenge

5-7 p.m. — Parkville Market — Free entry — Test your insurance knowledge and enjoy a fun trivia night with friends and colleagues.