Good morning, Hartford.

Nearly two years after Hartford Detective Bobby Garten was killed in the line of duty, the man who struck him was sentenced to 30 years in prison.

A man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for striking and killing Detective Bobby Garten nearly two years ago in Hartford.

An 18-year-old man, Richard Barrington, pleaded guilty to fleeing a traffic stop and fatally striking Hartford Police Det.

Bobby Garten, and he received a suspended 30-year sentence after 16 years on Friday—despite the Garten family urging for a longer term—as the courtroom saw strong emotions from both sides.

The Stowe Center in Hartford is hosting the 'Inheriting Freedom: An Intergenerational Tour' today that explains how Harriet Beecher Stowe and Frederick Douglass shaped local history—families learn about historic artifacts and can participate in interactive segments with additional tours on July 18 and Aug. 16, all requiring registration.

Gov. Ned Lamont activated Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol after forecasts showed dangerous heat will hit Sunday—cooling centers at the Hartford Public Library and the South End Senior Wellness Center will be available for residents to stay cool and access services.

The University of Connecticut’s Korey Stringer Institute is expanding its lab with $1 million—adding a larger climate-controlled room to simulate heat, humidity, sunlight and altitude—to study how outdoor conditions affect workers’ health.

Construction is expected to finish by the end of August.

CT Historic Gardens Day

11 AM – 4 PM — Webb Deane Stevens Museum — $1 off admission — Celebrate the beauty of historic gardens with tours, yoga, and talks.

Week Two Sit or Start Workouts

8-10 a.m. — 65 Van Block Ave — Cost info not specified — Engage in technical, speed, agility, and soccer IQ development in Hartford's youth workouts.

Baseball Match: Fisher Cats vs. Yard Goats

7:10-8:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball game between the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and Hartford Yard Goats.

North End Farmers Market

Time Range — North End Senior Center — Cost Info — Get a variety of fruits, vegetables, and homemade goodies at Hartford's North End Farmers Market.

Riverfront 5K

6:15–8:00 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Registration required — Kick off your weekend with a scenic run along the Connecticut River, followed by music and craft beer.

MountainFilm on Tour

1 PM – 3 PM — Cinestudio — Ticket prices vary — Experience breathtaking documentaries that inspire adventure and introspection.

Lakeyah Live Performance

9:30 p.m. — 321 Sportsbar — No refunds — Enjoy a vibrant night of hip hop with Lakeyah in Hartford.

Hartford Yard Goats vs Binghamton Rumble Ponies

7:10-11:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled baseball game featuring adorable baby goats and hilarious donut vs coffee races.

Hartford Yard Goats vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies

6:10-7:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Yard Goats take on the Rumble Ponies in a thrilling baseball matchup.

Hartford Bonanza 2025

4-10 p.m. — Bushnell Park Conservancy — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with music, food, and local artists in Downtown Hartford.