Good morning, Hartford.

An ambulance was hit by another vehicle at the intersection of Capitol Avenue and Hudson Street in Hartford, causing minor injuries to two emergency medical personnel and forcing the vehicle to be towed away.

Two emergency medical workers were sent to the hospital after their ambulance was T-boned by another vehicle at the intersection of Hudson and Buckingham streets at 3:45 p.m. Friday — police said.

Craig Wright, former owner of Craig's Kitchen that closed last August 2024, started Craig's Catering in a Hartford community kitchen after a personal loss reawakened his passion for cooking.

He offers his traditional soul food menu of mac and cheese, yams, collard greens, chicken, pork, and fish and will deliver orders throughout Connecticut or to Springfield—Massachusetts for an extra fee.

Yesterday, Hartford police responded to a shooting at 140 Francis Avenue where a man in his 40s received a single gunshot wound and was taken to St. Francis Hospital in critical condition — investigators are examining the scene.

Police say a man in his 40s was shot on the Fourth of July on Francis Avenue—he arrived at St. Francis Hospital at 12:48 p.m. Friday and remains in critical condition while investigators examine the scene.

Connecticut’s General Assembly ended its 2025 legislative session on June 4 after hours of debates and votes on over 100 bills.

CT Mirror tracked 107 bills (21 signed by Gov. Ned Lamont and 2 still awaiting his signature) as committee actions and floor votes determined which proposals moved forward or stalled.

Connecticut’s new law bans drivers from using the left lane on highways with more than two lanes unless they are passing, entering, or exiting; emergency and construction vehicles are exempt.

The law goes into effect on Oct. 1 and imposes an $88 fine—aimed at reducing traffic delays and keeping emergency vehicles moving.

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.

Westfield Starfires vs. Vermont Lake Monsters

11 a.m. — Dunkin' Park — No hidden fees — Cheer on local teams as the Starfires take on the Lake Monsters.

ConnectiCon Fandom Festival

12pm-9pm — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things geeky with anime, video games, and live entertainment at this four-day festival.

New England Cycle Center Bike Night

6-9 p.m. — New England Cycle Center — Free entry — Experience an epic night of bikes, food, and music with thrilling stunt shows and exclusive giveaways.

Creed Summer Tour Concert

7:00-8:30 PM — Xfinity Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience the legendary rock band CREED in a night filled with their classic hits.

The Ovation Guitar Presentation

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Windsor Public Library — Free entry — Discover the influence of the Ovation Guitar on the music scene of the late 60s and 70s.

Riverfront Hartford 4 Mile Race

6:15-8:00 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Registration required — Kick off the weekend with a scenic run along the Connecticut River and refreshments post-race.