Good morning, Hartford.

Retired Labrador Luna, known for enforcing conservation laws, will be honored with the DEEP K9 Quilt of Honor at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave., Derby on Thursday, July 30 at 1 p.m.—the public is welcome to attend.

At Swift Factory, consultants chosen by the North Hartford Partnership will assess climate risks and engage residents to plan a 10,000 sqft resilience hub to provide emergency resources and clean energy access in the North End once funding is secured.

Thousands of Connecticut residents under Temporary Protected Status face risks as the Department of Homeland Security rules Haiti and Syria ineligible.

Advocacy groups advise affected individuals to seek legal help while local officials urge DHS to extend protections.

On Monday, July 27, Gov. Ned Lamont & state leaders held a groundbreaking at Stratford station for the first phase of a $1.6B rail modernization project.

The $340M phase, part of Time for CT, will upgrade the New Haven Line for faster and more reliable service.

Kensington Fire Rescue captain Donald 'DJ' Pavasaris is seeking a living kidney donor to help him return to active firefighting after his kidney disease diagnosis, and his colleagues launched a social media campaign to shorten his wait; interested donors should call 860-696-2021 at Hartford Hospital.

A local forum at the Hartford Public Library on July 16, 2026 featured Pa’lante leaders discussing healthcare challenges Latina patients face.

The session followed a survey showing many women felt unheard and experienced poor communication from their providers.

Sadira Forcucci, a West Hartford Conard High School graduate who starred in softball, continues her promising freshman season at Fordham University by earning several conference honors and posting notable stats (nine home runs and 46 RBI) as she adjusts to college play.

The Travelers Championship, held at TPC River Highlands (near Hartford), has been a signature PGA Tour event since 2024 and remains a key stop in the PGA Tour Championship Series.

Golf fans can expect top talent to compete in this celebrated tournament.

Season 5 Finale Celebration

2-4 p.m. — Mandell JCC — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the culmination of an exceptional season of dance with performances and a reception.

Luh Tyler Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets required — Experience Luh Tyler's infectious melodies and dynamic flow in a vibrant live performance.

Of Virtue & Savage Hands Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets from $77 — Experience an unforgettable live show featuring Of Virtue & Savage Hands at the Webster Underground.

Lake Terramuggus Olympic Triathlon

8:00 am – 2:00 pm — Blish Memorial Park — Registration required — Experience a challenging Olympic distance triathlon suitable for all levels amidst moderate hills.