Shopping Plaza Fire!
Report of a fire at the same shopping plaza as Ocean State Job Lot, 589 Bridgeport Ave in Milford. The extent of the fire is unknown at this time.
Citizens Free-Pinned Motorcyclist
Citizens helped extricate a motorcyclist pinned under an SUV on Washington Avenue near Highland Avenue. Assistant Fire Chief Ellis told us the man had serious injuries to his legs. This is the second time today that citizens helped free a pinned victim, freeing a man trapped under a van at Park Avenue and State Street. 2026-06-13@9:28pm-- #Bridgeport CT
GOVERNOR LAMONT SIGNS LEGISLATION STRENGTHENING THE ABILITY TO PROSECUTE HATE CRIMES
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed legislation into law that will improve the ability of police and prosecutors to charge criminals with hate crimes and seek their associated enhanced penalties. “Connecticut proudly led the nation in the adoption of hate crimes laws, but after three decades of expanded statutes, we needed to streamline our laws in order for them to be effective for police and prosecutors,” Governor Lamont said. “Our decision to consolidate our existing hate crime statutes into one law reflects feedback we received many criminal justice and legal experts. Hate crimes are on the rise nationwide, and many communities feel that the federal government is emboldening hate speech and discrimination against them.…
Man In Wheelchair Pinned Under Van After Accident
A man in a wheelchair was pinned under a van after an accident at Park Avenue and State Street. Assistant Chief Ellis said citizens helped free the man from underneath the van before he was transported to the hospital. 2026-03-13@4:58pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Structure Fire With Challenges
Norwalk Firefighters are in the 180 block of Ely Avenue. All fires have challenges but today they had hydrant issues and trouble making it down Ely due to parked cars. Heavy fire front and rear on firefighters' arrival, with fire extending to the 2nd floor. 2026-06-13@4:22pm-- #Norwalk CT #ctfire
Norwalk Police Warn Residents Following Increase in Vehicle Thefts
The Norwalk Police Department is urging residents to take simple precautions after seeing an increase in vehicle thefts across the city. Police say many of the recent thefts involved unlocked vehicles or vehicles where key fobs were left inside, making them easy targets for thieves. The department is reminding residents to always lock their vehicles, remove valuables from sight, take key fobs with them whenever they exit a vehicle, and never leave a vehicle running unattended. Police also warn drivers to be especially careful at gas stations and other public locations where thieves often take advantage of distracted motorists. Officials said even small oversights can create opportunities for criminals and encouraged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity immediately.…
Warehouse Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters on the scene of a warehouse fire in the 500 block of Wordin Avenue. The fire marshal was called in to investigate the cause. 2026-06-13@12:56pm-- #Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire was in the 800 block of Laurel Avenue. The fire was close to the house but firefighters quickly took care of it. The fire marshal was called to investigate. 2026-06-13@10:10am-- #Bridgeport CT
Fairfield University To Host Flag Day Celebration With Ice Cream, Art, and Family Activities
Enjoy Complimentary Ice Cream and Family Fun at Fairfield University’s Arts & Minds Flag Day Celebration FAIRFIELD, Conn. (June 1, 2026)— Join the Fairfield University Arts & Minds community for a joyful, family-friendly afternoon celebrating Flag Day with art, music, and community. Located in front of the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Fairfield’s campus, and in the Bellarmine and Walsh Galleries, the celebration will run from 2–4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The Fairfield University Art Museum will be open for extended hours from 1-5 p.m., featuring the exhibition For Which It Stands… which examines depictions of the American flag, in both the Bellarmine Hall and Walsh Galleries. This festive afternoon will include live music from…
Water Rescue
Fairfield Police said on their Facebook page: "The Fairfield Police Department, in coordination with the United States Coast Guard and other public safety partners, is currently conducting a search for a missing person in the water off Penfield Beach. We ask the public to avoid the area and refrain from approaching responders so that search operations can continue safely and efficiently". 2026-06-13@7:04am-- #Fairfield CT