Good morning, Hartford.

At day three of the Raul Valle murder trial, 21-year-old Tyler Rich testified about a deadly house party held three years ago in Shelton—where a fight led to the fatal stabbing of Jimmy McGrath and Raul Valle, then 16, became involved in the altercation.

ICE arrested Orlando Diaz-Cebada on June 12 for the alleged murder of a law enforcement officer after he illegally re-entered Connecticut, and Mexican authorities issued a warrant for aggravated homicide in connection with ties to Los Pochos gang+ he had been deported before.

According to a SmartAsset analysis using MIT data, the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford area is the fifth-most expensive metro to raise a child with an annual cost of $33,149—up 3.16% from last year.

The study compared expenses like childcare, housing, food, medical and transportation costs and also found the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area to be more expensive while Birmingham proved the least costly.

UConn is preparing major changes after a state gap and federal funding cuts left it with a budget deficit of over $100M for fiscal year 2026.

University leaders will raise enrollment and trim spending by reducing temporary jobs and cutting department budgets by about 4% — steps that may impact research funding and staff positions.

Two Connecticut universities — Yale University and the University of Connecticut — are featured in the U.S. News and World Report rankings based on research reputation and academic output.

Yale ranked in the top 10 while UConn earned a placement of 292, with both schools evaluated on subject performance and scholarly publications.

Gov. Ned Lamont signed a new law on Monday that raises penalties for street takeovers after legislators passed Senate Bill 1284 by margins of 144-4 in the House and 34-2 in the Senate.

The law imposes a two-year license suspension for drivers with three or more violations and lets towns confiscate ATVs, dirt bikes and mini-motorcycles used in these events.

Former News 8 Chief Capitol Correspondent Mark Davis (76) died after a long career—he spent 36 years covering state politics and won multiple Emmy awards.

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.

Plaidcast Live with Piper Klemm

5:30-9 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in discussions aimed at enhancing the equestrian sport with industry leaders.

Chechito in Connecticut

7-10 p.m. — Casablanca Hall — Tickets available — Experience the best of Peruvian Chicha and Cumbia with Chechito and Orchestra.

MOVE! with the Urban League

9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Keney Park Woodland Entrance — Free entry — Celebrate community activity through various forms of movement including running, walking, and dancing.

DOBLE FILO Concert

9:00 PM — El Rincon Sports Bar & Grill — Check the site for ticket prices — Experience an electrifying night of music with DOBLE FILO.