Good morning, Hartford.

A 2-alarm fire displaced four families from a three-story mixed-use building on Albany Avenue overnight, and fire crews responded before 12:30 a.m. while the American Red Cross provides aid.

McDonald's launched its limited-edition Grinch Meal on Dec.

2 featuring dill pickle-flavored McShaker fries and Dr. Seuss-themed socks at select locations; at the Hartford restaurant on Washington St., a large Chicken McNuggets meal costs $13.79 while supplies last.

On Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 5 p.m., Wilde Auditorium at the University of Hartford in West Hartford will host a screening of a documentary on CT Secretary Stephanie Thomas by Jodiann Gayle.

A civic discussion with Michael Rell and Thomas will follow — attendance is free with RSVP required.

Aetna and UConn Health failed to agree on a new contract Monday — leaving 15,000 patients without in-network access at UConn Health and John Dempsey Hospital and forcing families to seek new doctors or face higher costs.

Lawmakers urged a swift fix to protect patient care.

In East Hartford, crews were seen on Dec.

1 working on the redevelopment at (363 Roberts St.) of the former hotel originally planned to reopen in 2024; the Kautilya Group is adding a Starbucks drive-thru and hospitality upgrades while no occupancy certificates have been issued.

Today, Connecticut high school and prep school football players participate in National Signing Day 2025-26 as the early signing period runs from Dec.

3 to Dec. 5, and the evolving list will update through the summer.

Hartford Hurricanes’ eight-year-old football team—first in state history to qualify—is headed to Charlotte to compete in the Pop Warner Super Bowl on Sunday, Dec.

7 after wrapping up Wednesday night’s practice.

All eight high school football leagues in Connecticut are joining the Connecticut High School Football Alliance for one game in the 2026 season, including the Pequot (the last holdout) conference.

League officials said games will begin around Sept. 18 as teams get ready to play against schools from across the state.

On Dec. 3, UConn coach Dan Hurley faced hostile chants at Allen Fieldhouse as Kansas fans booed during a game that ended with a 61-56 win for the Huskies.

Hurley said he did not let the crowd's behavior affect him.

Today, the 2025 GametimeCT All-State Girls Volleyball team was introduced—featuring top high school players from Glastonbury, Greenwich, and other communities with standout stats and future college plans.

The roster highlights impressive achievements like top assists and kills across state teams.

Jukebox Radio Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Elicit Brewing Co — Cover charge may apply — Enjoy a night of non-stop hits from Post Malone to Aerosmith with a full band.

Slick Rick Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket prices vary — Experience the storytelling genius of hip-hop’s most sampled artist live in Hartford.

Self-Care Sound Bath Meditation

6-7 p.m. — Whiton Branch Library — Free entry — Experience the healing power of sound with bowls and drums in a relaxing environment.

Date Night Downtown: Magic and Humor

6:15-7:45 p.m. — WORK_SPACE — $25 per person, $20 early bird — Experience a night of magic and humor with Kody Hildebrand in a festive setting.

2000's Night

9 PM – 1 AM — The Webster — Tickets from $57 — Celebrate the nostalgia of the 2000s with live performances at Webster Theater.

Glow Hartford

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Limited tickets available — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.

Glow Concert

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket info available — Experience a top concert event in Hartford this December.

Glow - Hartford Concert

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Must-attend concert experience — Don't miss this top music event lighting up Hartford this December.

Glow - Hartford

4:00-5:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices not specified — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.

Bulkeley vs. Prince RVT Basketball Game

6:00-7:15 p.m. — A.I. Prince Technical School — Free entry — Catch the Prince RVT varsity basketball team in action against Bulkeley on their home court.