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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Cessna Citation C550 crashed near Statesville, killing retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others, and Pratt & Whitney (headquartered in East Hartford) is helping investigators who expect a preliminary report within 30 days. Connecticut Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CoraCora opened its new location at Blue Back Square in West Hartford today (their FOX61 Kitchen showcases favorite dishes) to welcome local diners. FOX61
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new black-handed spider monkey was born on Dec. 18 at Beardsley Zoo and is now on display for guests. Zoo officials stress quiet voices to help protect the delicate early weeks (the baby remains close to its mother). Connecticut Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Trinity College in Hartford named Daniel G. Lugo its 23rd president in October. He later spoke on (The Colin McEnroe Show) to explain his vision for higher education. Connecticut Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USPS Connecticut worked hard on Monday, Dec. 22 to deliver its nine billionth package during the busiest week of the year; the service added 14,000 seasonal workers and 614 new machines to manage the holiday rush. NBC Connecticut
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Advocates are pushing to bring an overdose prevention center to Connecticut to provide quick treatment for overdoses as seen in Rhode Island and New York. A proposal for such a center was rejected at the Capitol earlier this year, and supporters hope to try again soon. Connecticut Public
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn women's basketball won on Saturday against ranked No. 11 Iowa with standout efforts from Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong and is expected to keep the top spot in the AP poll. They will play Butler on Dec. 29 at 4 p.m. as the Huskies look to extend their win streak. WFSB-TV
- ➤ UConn kept its No. 1 ranking in the AP women's basketball poll after beating Iowa in the Women’s Champions Classic on Saturday. The poll shows Texas in second spot and Texas Tech entered the rankings after a close win over Baylor. NBC Connecticut
- ➤ UConn guard Solo Ball missed Sunday’s game after injuring his left wrist five days ago and is expected to return soon. The Big East now posts injury reports (listing players as Questionable or Out) three hours before tip-off to help teams prepare. Connecticut Post
- ➤ The UConn men's basketball team awaits an updated AP ranking after Duke lost to Texas Tech, and wins over DePaul in Chicago on Sunday and Butler in Hartford Tuesday improved their record to 12-1. The Huskies will play Xavier on Dec. 31 at 5 p.m. WFSB-TV
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Christmas Eve Mass
4-10 p.m. — Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center — Free entry — Experience a heartwarming liturgy and music to celebrate the joy of Christmas.
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The Return of Max B
9 PM – 12 AM — 321 Sports and Bar — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Max B in Hartford.
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Mass Movement Wrestling: New England Debut
3:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Room — Free entry — Experience thrilling wrestling matches featuring top talent from the region.
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Magic of Lights
11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Ticket price varies — Experience the enchanting display of lights to ring in the New Year.
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Nike New England Winterfest Volleyball
Competitive Matches — Jan 10 - 26 — Connecticut Convention Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of youth and adult volleyball in an exciting tournament atmosphere.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7:00-8:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Arendelle and Casita with thrilling performances and beloved songs.
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The Cottage
7:30-9 p.m. — Hartford Stage — $ — A fast-paced farce where love, betrayal, and telegrams collide in a quaint English countryside home.
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The Cottage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Unforgettable performance awaits in this captivating theatrical event.
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The Cottage at Hartford Stage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $207 — Experience a captivating performance with The Cottage in downtown Hartford.
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