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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses are preparing for the fourth Hartford Taste festival, which starts at noon Friday downtown and lasts two days. Over 30 food vendors, live music and art, and a new cookoff featuring the mayor will take place — vendor fees are paid by The Hartford so profits help small businesses and raise money for Connecticut Foodshare. NBC Connecticut
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Big E announced free concerts and variety performances on the Court of Honor Stage during the fair from September 12 to 28. The shows will run at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m., and 8 p.m.—a limited number of premium seats will be available for select performances starting June 6 at 10 a.m. NBC Connecticut
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Over 220 people attended a free bilingual financial literacy symposium hosted by the City of Hartford’s Treasurer’s Office where experts taught money management, debt detox, and homeownership prep—tools that aim to break the taboo around money in Latino homes. Participants learned to prioritize high-interest debts and start an emergency fund using simple techniques to boost their financial confidence. Connecticut Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Connecticut’s legislative session wraps up as hundreds of bills face dying by midnight—Gov. Ned Lamont has signed 20 laws and lawmakers reached a $55.8 billion budget deal that boosts Medicaid, special education and child care. Lawmakers also worked on measures to address climate change, housing reform and public health. Connecticut Public
- ➤ A new report released Monday found that former Gov. Ned Lamont's chief of staff John Dach used a state car for personal business—lax oversight let him drive over 100 mph and the report calls for him to repay $3,480. News 12 Connecticut
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut hospitals and community health centers warned that the new biennial budget, which includes a $375 million tax increase on hospitals, cuts to provider payments and no Medicaid reimbursement rate increases, will worsen the healthcare crisis as federal Medicaid cuts loom. They said the budget could force providers to cut services and freeze hiring for more than 440,000 low-income residents — a development that may jeopardize patient care. CT News Junkie
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Youth Fountain Concert
7-10 PM — The Webster — Tickets may be required — Experience a cathartic pop-punk and post-emo musical journey.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Riverfront Music Series: Town Band Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Riverfront Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of live music at the Town Band concert in Riverfront Park.
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