Good morning, Norwalk.

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a collision with a vehicle on Taylor Avenue in Norwalk just before 11 p.m. on June 28 as first responders provided emergency care and transported the rider to Norwalk Hospital — witnesses with details are urged to contact Officer Taylor Equi —.

Beardsley Zoo reopened its rainforest building with new animals including Evita, a 14-year-old ocelot, and two Scarlet ibises that join an existing ibis—tropical plantings, better pathways and updated exhibit walls brighten the space.

Renovations began last winter and will continue until fall—officials say the refreshed building shows the zoo's focus on conservation and growth.

At a well-attended meeting on Tuesday night, the Norwalk Common Council voted to use clay infields and grass outfields at Broad River Park to preserve a $2.6 million state grant rather than install artificial turf—citing environmental concerns.

The council said a contractor search will begin soon so the project is ready by May 2026.

A new state law now makes it illegal to drive in the left lane on Connecticut highways unless passing—this change aligns state rules with federal guidelines and lets officers install signs to guide drivers.

Some locals remain unsure how the law will be enforced on busy roads.

Former Yale players John Poulakidas and Bez Mbeng signed summer league contracts as Danny Wolf was picked 27th overall by the Brooklyn Nets, marking the first time since 1949 that a Yale player was selected in the first round—Mbeng will join the Golden State Warriors and Poulakidas will sign with the Los Angeles Clippers.