I-95 Crash!
Report of a motor vehicle crash between exits 26 and 27 Northbound on I-95. First responders are on their way at this time.
Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Ahead of First Heat Wave of 2026
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol will be activated from 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, through 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as the state prepares for its first heat wave of the season. Forecasters expect temperatures to exceed 90 degrees each day, with heat index values reaching or surpassing 100 degrees at times. Heat advisories have been issued for most of Connecticut, with inland areas expected to experience the most severe conditions. The protocol is designed to protect vulnerable residents during periods of extreme heat. While active, state agencies, municipalities, and community partners will coordinate through United Way 2-1-1 to provide information on cooling centers throughout the state. Residents…
Dice Convenience Smoke Shop Employee Arrested After Cannabis Seizure; Products Test Positive for Fentanyl
On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division, working alongside the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Drug Control Division, the Bridgeport Fire Inspectors Office, and the Bridgeport Health and Building Departments, executed a search and seizure warrant at Dice Convenience Smoke Shop, located at 4016 Main Street. During the operation, authorities seized approximately 23.24 pounds of cannabis and THC-related products as part of an ongoing effort to address the illegal sale of cannabis products from smoke shops in Bridgeport. Officers also recovered $654 in cash believed to be proceeds from illegal sales. Police said a significant public safety concern emerged when prepackaged cannabis products seized from the business later tested positive for fentanyl. Fentanyl is…
Multiple Injuries In Crash
At least six people were injured, and 4 ambulances were dispatched for this crash on East Main at Ogden Street. 2026-06-10@ 8:42am-- #Bridgeport CT
Pedestrian Struck
Report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle on Main street and State Street in Bridgeport. First responders are on scene.
Structure Fire
Firefighters responded to a fire on Washington Terrace. Firefighters spotted a fire in the rear of the building, causing a smoke condition through the house and quickly put out the fire.
Bridgeport Woman Fatally Stabbed at Park Avenue Rooming House; Homicide Investigation Underway
The Bridgeport Police Department is investigating the death of a woman found stabbed at a Park Avenue rooming house shortly after midnight on Tuesday. Officers were dispatched to the 350 block of Park Avenue around 12:05 am for an altercation involving numerous persons. The victim, 41-year-old Willesha Riddick of Bridgeport, was bleeding and unresponsive at the front door of the house. She was transported by ambulance to St. Vincent's Hospital and pronounced deceased. It was determined Ms. Reddick was stabbed multiple times. A second female suffered a minor stab wound at the house. She was treated at Bridgeport Hospital and released. Homicide Detectives conducted interviews throughout the night. The Major Crimes Unit was processing scene into the morning. The stabbings…
Pedestrian Struck On Way To Cookout
Report of a pedestrian struck on Stratford Ave by Carroll Ave in Bridgeport. According to witnesses on scene, she was struck by a motor vehicle while crossing the street on her way to Dropp's birthday cookout.
I-95 Crash
A crash with injuries reported on I-95 northbound at 32 off ramp. 2026-06-08 @7:31pm-- #Stratford CT
2 On Motorbike Struck
A child was taken to the hospital after his motorbike collided with a car on Stillman Street near East Main Street, according to unconfirmed radio reports. This is breaking news and details can change. 2026-06-08@6:56pm-- #Bridgeport CT