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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Ray Moreau died in Plainville when a part from a fire truck struck him — State Police and OSHA are investigating the accident as questions remain about the daily checks and state-mandated annual inspections that keep fire equipment secure. WFSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General William Tong filed a lawsuit in Hartford against MAKECTBETTER LLC, Michael Tedesco and Zafir Iqbal—accusing them of a fraudulent cannabis license scheme that involved forged documents and payments from up to 70 businesses in New Milford, New Haven and Manchester—and he is asking the court to freeze their assets. CT News Junkie
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An AFL-CIO report found that 14 Connecticut S&P 500 CEOs earned an average of $19.5 million while the median worker made $58,400, showing a 334-to-1 gap. The report said CEO pay increased 7% in 2024—outpacing a 3% rise for workers—and that new tax cuts may widen the gap further. CT Mirror
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, children from the Boys and Girls Clubs in Hartford learned high-tech skills at a workshop hosted by Electric Boat—where they practiced soldering, welding, and circuit work. The event aimed to spark local interest in STEM and build a future workforce for submarine production. WTNH News 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New data from Connecticut water utilities shows up to 8,000 lead service lines still connect homes to water mains in many areas like Bridgeport and Waterbury — utilities have begun warning customers and federal rules require full replacement within the next 10 years. Residents should run water before use and use certified filters to lessen the risk of lead exposure. CT Mirror
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Women’s National Team will play Portugal in a friendly at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford on October 26 at 4 p.m., part of a three-match series that starts with a game in Chester on October 23. The doubleheader will feature the U.S. Men's Deaf National Team at 1 p.m. and will honor former goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher while presale tickets go on Tuesday at 10 a.m. & general public tickets start Friday at 10 a.m. NBC Connecticut
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Hartford Athletic vs. New Mexico United
7:30 p.m. — Trinity Health Stadium — $60/person — Experience the action with goal-level seating and an all-inclusive pizza party.
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Bass Fishing Seminar in Connecticut
6:30 p.m. — Whiton Branch Library — Free entry — Learn strategies and techniques to enhance your bass fishing skills in Connecticut waters.
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Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival
1-9 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Free entry — Experience the vibrant flavors and rhythms of the Caribbean at this lively food festival featuring island cuisine and music.
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Pantera: The Heaviest Tour of the Summer
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Xfinity Theatre — Tickets from $33 — Experience the sheer power of Pantera and Amon Amarth in a night of metal domination.
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Riverfront Music Series - Town Band
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Riverfront Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening with live music from the Town Band at Riverfront Park.
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Dreamwake Release Show
7-9 p.m. — The Webster — All ages — Experience Dreamwake's unique wavecore sound at The Lost Years release show.
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Precision Neuromuscular Therapy Workshop: Hip and Thigh
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — StrongHouse Studio — Check for availability — Explore the connection between hip issues and overall body movement with expert guidance from Sarah Ernst-Edwards.
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Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Bushnell Park Conservancy — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of jazz music under the stars.
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Kayaking and SUP Coaching Session
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Collinsville Canoe & Kayak — Free entry — Get hands-on coaching for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding in a scenic location.
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Bonsai Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — WeHa Brewing & Roasting Company — Check for costs — Get creative with your friends as you craft miniature bonsai trees.
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