Norwalk
Morning News
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historian John Mills released The Narrative of Primus, a book that tells how an enslaved family contributed to the Revolutionary War by fighting for American liberty. His work highlights overlooked Black patriots just in time for the 250th anniversary commemorations. Connecticut Public
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill that would require major fossil fuel companies to help pay for repairing climate-related damage — a climate superfund program set to fund projects like stormwater upgrades and coastal resilience. The Environment Committee will hold a public hearing at 11 a.m. Feb. 20 in Hartford. The Hour
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub study released Tuesday shows Connecticut ranks as having the third-highest property taxes in the nation, with a $332,700 home paying about $6,024 annually and a $29,100 car seeing $602 in taxes — only Illinois and New Jersey have higher rates. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CT lawmakers considered Gov. Lamont's proposal on Wednesday to require social media platforms to verify users' ages and restrict notifications after 9 p.m. Critics warned the measure might lead to censorship, and a Norwalk resident expressed support. The bill will be reviewed by the General Law Committee soon (vote pending). News 12 Connecticut
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Zillow data shows that typical rents in New Haven rose 4.25% to $1,984 in January, nearly matching trends in New York City. Rents in the Stamford/Bridgeport corridor increased 2.1% to $2,718, and Gov. Lamont supports new legislative efforts to cap rent hikes. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joe Morelli of GametimeCT examines CIAC boys basketball trends from tournament matchups to player milestones across recent games, noting Westbrook will conclude its season tonight after snapping a 52-game losing streak under first-year coach Garrett Hickey — formerly of Norwalk. The Hour
- ➤ Fourteen football players and coaches will be inducted into the Fairfield County Gridiron Hall of Fame on March 26 at Cascades Fine Catering in Hamden — social hour starts at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The Hour
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Wilmer Manga Concert
8 PM — La Bonita — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy a night of Latin music with the talented Wilmer Manga.
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After-Hours Tour & Wine Reception at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion
4-6:30 p.m. — Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum — Ticket price includes educational tour with complimentary snacks & beverages — Explore a historic mansion after hours and enjoy a private wine and cheese reception.
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St. Baldrick's Head Shaving Fundraiser
— March 14th — O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant — Donations welcome — Raise funds for childhood cancer research while shaving heads for a cause.
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