Good morning, Hartford.

James Beard nominated chef Renee Touponce launched her frozen empanadas brand, From Mom, for retail sale at select stores in Connecticut and Rhode Island to honor her mother's recipe and legacy.

The beef empanadas use hand-rolled dough with cheese, sofrito and beef, and a portion of proceeds will support local programs & school nutrition funding.

Sikorsky exhibited its new U-Hawk cargo drone at the Army expo in Washington, D.C.—the pilotless design replaces the cockpit with clamshell doors that boost cargo capacity by 25%.

The drone, assembled in Stratford and Bridgeport, will perform test flights next year as part of efforts to improve military cargo operations.

Dozens of Jeepers drove along Clark Street to honor 12-year-old Jacqueline 'Mimi' Torres-Garcia—whose remains were found last week—as State Representative Bobby Sanchez announced he is working on Mimi’s Law to improve oversight of child welfare cases and prevent future tragedies.

On Oct 16, a Stanley Black and Decker executive recognized University of Hartford's top scholars at a breakfast in West Hartford.

The program, funded by a $3 million gift, offers scholarships averaging over $35,000, mentoring sessions and guaranteed first-round internship interviews to help grow the local workforce.

Connecticut commercial beekeepers reported record hive losses this season as pesticides, parasites and loss of wild habitat drove colonies down to levels not seen in decades.

Experts said new EPA-approved treatments for mites and a law banning neonicotinoids on turf areas set for 2027 may help ease the strain + protect the crops that rely on bee pollination.

Thousands gathered at the state Capitol and along Capital Avenue in Hartford on Oct.

18 for the No Kings rally—an event protesting alleged authoritarian overreach and celebrating democratic values. Leaders including US Rep. John Larson and Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz spoke as the peaceful protest joined over 2,600 rallies nationwide.

After a bye week, the UConn Huskies beat Boston College 38-23 on the road as their offense rallied in the second half with quarterback Joe Fagnano throwing for 362 yards and five touchdowns—Skyler Bell and Juice Vereen added key plays.

The Huskies will travel to Houston next weekend to face Rice—hoping to extend their win streak to five games.

High school boys in Connecticut ran in several cross country meets during league championship week, with Amity's Luke Cushing winning the SCC 5000 meters at East Shore Park on October 15 — other winners included Portland's Breckin Burke and East Lyme's Sam Leone, each capturing regional titles in their events.

UConn defeated Boston College 38-23 on Saturday, ending its long road losing streak and earning its first power conference win away from Chestnut Hill.

Quarterback Joe Fagano led the team with nearly 400 all-purpose yards and five touchdowns—pushing the Huskies to a 5-2 record this season.

UConn guard Aidan Mahaney said he would choose the Huskies again even after playing fewer than 20 minutes per game last season due to foul trouble and a reduced role.

He left UConn to join UC Santa Barbara and said the move challenged him — a test he is proud of.

English Performance

7:30 PM — TheaterWorks Hartford — Ticket details available — Enjoy a captivating evening of theater in Hartford.

Pierce The Veil - Tour 2025

6:30-8 p.m. — Xfinity Theatre — Ticket required — Experience a legendary rock performance from the iconic band Pierce The Veil.

Sicard Hollow Live Performance

9 PM - 12 AM — Arch Street Tavern — $15 — Enjoy a night of Nashville's psychedelic punk-grass music with Sicard Hollow.

Yacht Lobsters Band Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy the buttery Soft Rock hits of the 70's and 80's with the Yacht Lobsters.

Power of the Pause Celebration

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Mandell JCC — Free entry — Celebrate midlife with awareness, self-care, community, and fun.

An Evening with Jeremy Jordan

3:00-4:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the remarkable talent of Jeremy Jordan as he shines on stage with his best performances.

UConn vs. Michigan State Basketball

7:30-9 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — $ — UCONN Men's Basketball takes on Michigan State in an exciting showdown at the new arena.

English - A Theatrical Experience

1-5 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Immerse yourself in the drama and captivating performances of English live on stage.

Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home Annual Conference

9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Hartford Marriott Downtown — Check official website for entry fees — Engage with healthcare leaders and explore innovations in home healthcare.

The Nth Power - Halloween Funk Party

8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.63 service fee — Experience the funk groove from The Nth Power in a special Halloween celebration.