Good morning, Norwalk.

A Norwalk pizzeria was named best slice in the state by a travel publication.

Owner and chef John Nealon recalled serving celebrities Blake Lively + Ryan Reynolds during an interview explaining why his pizzeria earned the praise.

Pvolve opened its first Connecticut studio in Darien on April 8 at 326 Heights Road in the former Noroton Heights Shopping Center.

Franchise owner Christine Partouche said the studio offers group classes + personal training and virtual sessions to boost functional movement for daily life.

Connecticut added 1,200 jobs in 2025 and early numbers showed 5,300 new positions in January, pushing the state's payroll to an all-time high.

Gov. Lamont recently announced a Career Pathways Commission led by former education secretary Miguel Cardona to tackle workforce challenges.

Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines visited the Norwalk-based Stewie the Duck Swim School today, posing for photos with students and Stew Leonard Jr. His recurring visit underscores the school’s mission to teach pool safety and provide free swim lessons for children in need.

NOAA data shows that La Niña is fading this spring and there is a 60 percent chance of El Niño forming later, which may add to a warming trend that brings hotter-than-average summer days.

Local weather experts say the ocean’s heat buildup could influence regional temperatures.

State scientists report Connecticut deer ticks tested positive for Lyme disease at rates above 40% early in the season, and residents are advised to take precautions during outdoor activities — tick submissions have already increased and may continue rising.

UConn forward Ice Brady entered the transfer portal Tuesday after four seasons in which knee injuries limited her to only two full playing years.

She has two years of eligibility remaining and plans to focus on recovery as she looks for a new team.

Northeast Cultural Festival

7 PM — La Bonita — Ticket info available — Enjoy LUZ ROJA Y IMPACTO NORTEÑO in an exciting night of cultural music.

Artsy Thursday

Time TBA — Marvin Children's Center — Free entry — Get creative with fun family art activities at this engaging event.

Hail The Sun Concert

7-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the progressive post-hardcore sounds of Hail The Sun live in Norwalk.

Grupo Miramar Live Concert

7 p.m. — La Bonita — Ticket required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo Miramar in a lively Norwalk venue.

Silversun Pickups Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets starting at $84 — Experience a can't-miss live performance from Silversun Pickups in Norwalk.