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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Saunti Reynolds, age 2, died after choking on a meatball at a New Britain day care that had been cited for safety violations — including poor staff supervision — and state agencies with local police are investigating the incident while a YWCA spokesperson confirmed staff followed emergency procedures as the family seeks answers. Connecticut Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Theodore Lloyd, 27, is accused of killing his 70-year-old mother, cutting up her body and trying to set their West Haven home on fire after living with her remains for over two months, with police finding body parts in trash bags on March 24 — he bought tools in January to plan the act — and he faces charges of murder, tampering with evidence and attempted arson while held on a $3 million bond with a Sept. 23 court date. NBC Connecticut
- ➤ A 19-year-old remains in critical condition after a double shooting in Hartford Thursday night — police are investigating the incident. WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The State Bond Commission approved $4.7 million for flood relief programs to help Hartford homeowners repair damage from repeated flooding. The funds will support 139 pending applications submitted before last December—aiming to ease ongoing repair needs. FOX61
- ➤ State officials approved $155 million in bonding to lower electricity bills—using $125 million for unpaid pandemic bills and $30 million to fund electric vehicle charging stations. Lower electricity rates approved on July 1 saved customers about $10 per month. NBC Connecticut
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Healthcare’s Swim Across the Sound begins today at 6 a.m.—swimmers will travel 15.5 miles from Port Jefferson to Captain’s Cove in Bridgeport to raise money for cancer patients. Bill Jennings, Hartford HealthCare’s senior vice president, said the event has grown over the years and News 8 will provide full coverage on Good Morning Connecticut. WTNH News 8
- ➤ Hartford Hospital marked its groundbreaking role in U.S. healthcare when it received the first Medicare payment of $331.71 on July 1, 1965 for surgery for Mary Augustus—America's first Medicare beneficiary—and its history continues to be honored by President Jeffrey Flaks who praised the hospital's efforts with Dr. T. Stewart Hamilton to help shape the program. This celebration underlines the lasting impact the hospital made on national healthcare. FOX61
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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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Gabriel Rutledge Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of quick wit and laughter with standout comedian Gabriel Rutledge.
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Barrington Levy Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Webster — Tickets from $36 — Experience the thrilling sounds of Barrington Levy in Hartford's vibrant venue.
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Kayaking and SUP Coaching
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Collinsville Canoe & Kayak — Free entry — Learn the basics of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding at a local venue.
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