Car/MotorBike Crash
Bridgeport Police confirm a crash involving a car and a motorbike on Platt Street this morning and that the driver of the car drove the motorcyclist to the hospital.
Water Main Break
Firefighters respond to a water main break in the 2800 block of Huntington Road, reporting the road is impassible. 2026-07-14@11:49am-- #Trumbull CT
I-95 Crash
First responders were at a crash on I-95 northbound near exit 25 involving a tractor-trailer and a car. The truck has lost its side fuel tank, spilling onto the roadway, and DEEP called to the scene. No word on injuries. 2026-07-14@11:00am-- #Fairfield CT #cttraffic
Car Flips Into Building
A car crashed into a building on Madison Ave by Ashton Street in Bridgeport. According to witnesses, the driver was attempting to race another vehicle, when she lost control, smashed through a stone wall, and vaulted up onto the side of a building. According to witnesses, the driver, with an approx. 8 year old child and two others all got out of the car. Firefighters quickly secured the car, preventing any further damage to the building or surrounding area, where the car was then lowered via crane. According to unconfirmed radio reports at least 2 patients were treated for their injuries.
Attorneys General Urge FCC to Strengthen Fight Against Illegal Robocalls
HARTFORD, CT – Attorney General William Tong and 48 other attorneys general are calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen rules aimed at preventing scammers from obtaining legitimate telephone numbers used to carry out illegal robocalls and text message scams. The bipartisan coalition is urging the FCC to adopt stronger safeguards that would make it more difficult for scammers to purchase and misuse legitimate phone numbers. According to the attorneys general, limiting access to these numbers would significantly reduce scammers' ability to impersonate businesses and government agencies and deceive consumers. Attorney General Tong said that while spam filters block billions of robocalls each year, billions more still reach consumers, resulting in nearly $2 billion in fraud losses nationwide…
BLUMENTHAL, LUJÁN, & WYDEN DEMAND FTC ACTION ON HIDDEN DELIVERY FEES THAT DRIVE UP PRICES FOR CONSUMERS
“At a time when the cost of living is at the forefront of everyone’s minds, these delivery app fees are nothing more than a greedy assault on consumers’ pocketbooks.” [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) this week called on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take swift action to stop food and grocery delivery apps from using deceptive fees, surveillance pricing, and anti-consumer marketing tactics. The FTC is currently considering a rule to address these deceptive fees. In a letter sent to FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson, Blumenthal, Luján, and Wyden called on the Commission to proceed with the rulemaking and pursue enforcement to protect consumers from these predatory practices. “For…
3 Alarm Fire
Norwalk Firefighters are on the scene of a 3 alarm fire on Stuart Avenue. According to unconfirmed radio reports everyone safely made it out of the home. Firefighters have brought most of the fire under control and are checking to see whether it spread to other areas of the home. 2026-07-11@10:31pm #Norwalk CT
Improperly Mixed Chemicals Force Evacuation
Bridgeport firefighters responded at 8:14 p.m. after a tenant improperly mixed household chemicals inside an apartment on Hope Street, creating a strong chemical odor and a light cloud, according to Assistant Fire Chief Ellis. The building was evacuated, and three civilians were being evaluated by EMS. State environmental officials were also called to the scene.
Two Arrested After Norwalk Shots Fired Investigation Leads to Firearms Seizures
NORWALK, CT — Two men have been arrested following a shots fired investigation on Silk Street that led to the recovery of two handguns, including one equipped with a large-capacity magazine. According to the Norwalk Police Department, officers responded to the area of Girard Street and Silk Street at approximately 4:22 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, after receiving reports of multiple gunshots. The caller also reported finding a shell casing in the roadway and provided descriptions of possible individuals involved. As officers approached, one of the individuals, identified as Melvin Garcia, 18, of Norwalk, fled on foot. Police said Garcia discarded a 9mm Glock handgun with a large-capacity magazine beneath a parked van on Silk Street before he was taken…
Bridgeport Public Schools Hosting Weekly Open Teacher Interviews Through August 13
BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Public Schools is seeking qualified and passionate educators to join its team for the upcoming school year and is inviting prospective teachers to attend weekly Open Teacher Interviews now through August 13. Interviews will be held every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Bridgeport City Hall, Room 324, 45 Lyon Terrace. The district is recruiting for a variety of teaching positions, including both general education and special education opportunities, and encourages interested candidates to apply and reserve an interview time in advance. Bridgeport Public Schools is asking community members and organizations to help spread the word in an effort to connect with talented educators who are committed to making a lasting impact in the…