Another Fire
Firefighters are at another fire in single-digit temps, this time in the 100 block of Beechwood Avenue, fire in the back of the structure. 2026-02-07@11:04pm-- #Bridgeport CT
House Fire
Fairfield Firefighters braved the single digits and heavy winds to battle a house fire in the 300 block of Greenfield Street. There were no reported injuries; firefighters had the fire under control within an hour. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. Animal control was also called the scene. 2026-02-07@8:19pm-- #Fairfield CT
Structure Fire
An alarm dispatched the Bridgeport Firefighters to the 200 block of Fifth Street. Firefighters braved the single-digit temperatures along with double-digit winds and icing conditions to put out the fire. No reported injuries and the fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. 2026-02-07@7:47pm--#Bridgeport CT
Fire Leaves 6 Displaced on Capitol Avenue
Firefighters quickly extinguished a fire on the 2nd floor on Capitol Avenue near Wells Street. Everyone made it out safely. The Red Cross will address the immediate needs of 6 people from the apartment building. 2026-02-07@12:19pm
Several Injured In Bus Accident
A number of passengers are reportedly injured in a crash on a Greater Bridgeport Transportation bus and a passenger vehicle accident on Fairfield and Bennett Street. No word on the extent of injuries or if any of them were transported to the hospital.
Town of Fairfield Applauds Siting Council Vote to Reject United Illuminating’s Monopole Plan
The members of the Connecticut Siting Council once again took up United Illuminating’s application in Docket 516R and in a vote of six to one, approved a written opinion denying the application. The Siting Council’s vote today reaffirms its earlier decision denying UI’s application and concludes the latest chapter in a lengthy review process concerning the utility company’s proposed monopole project along the southern route of the Metro-North Railroad tracks. “We appreciate the Connecticut Siting Council’s thorough review and its decision to deny UI’s application in Docket 516R. Throughout this process, our community has consistently expressed strong concerns, and we are grateful that the voices of residents, local leaders, religious institutions, businesses and preservationists were heard,” said First Selectperson Christine…
Stabbing Reported on GBTA Bus; Suspect Quickly Arrested
Police are investigating after a stabbing occurred aboard a Greater Bridgeport Transit bus on Reservoir Avenue in Bridgeport around 9:58 p.m. The suspect fled on foot but was quickly located and taken into custody, while the victim was transported to the hospital. No additional details have been released as the investigation continues. 2026-02-07@9:58pm #Bri#bridgeportct #bridgeportnews
GOVERNOR LAMONT PROPOSES FREE SCHOOL BREAKFAST FOR ALL K-12 STUDENTS
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the state budget proposal he presented to the Connecticut General Assembly yesterday includes the funding necessary to provide all K-12 public school students in the state with breakfast at no cost to them or their families at the start of each school day. Additionally, it includes funding to eliminate reduced-price lunch charges, making lunch free for students who currently qualify for reduced-price lunches. Governor Lamont said that this $12.5 million investment is important in ensuring that all children have access to healthy meals, especially at the start of each school day. The proposal is currently being considered by the legislature’s Appropriations Committee. “A healthy breakfast provides kids with the opportunity to…
Amazing Oversight
Amazing Deals on Boston Avenue was shut down by authorities today for lacking proper permits. Viewers told us that people started lining up around 6am this morning, and police were originally called in after people cut the line that went around the block. 2026-02-06 #Bridgeport CT
School Bus Involved Accident
A school bus was struck at Noble and Shelton Street and the striking vehicle fled the scene. There are no reported injuries and no further details. 206-02-06@3:31pm-- #Bridgeport CT