Bridgeport News: House Break In
#Bridgeport CT--Police are investigating a home broken into in the 300 block of Orchard Street. Entry was made through a window.
Shelton News: Electrical Fire At Latex Foam
5:39pm--#Shelton CT--Firefighters on scene for an electrical fire in the boiler room at Latex Foam at 510 River Road. The firefighters knocked it down using dry chemical extinguishers and are trying to secure power to the area.
Bridgeport News: Today’s Car Fire
4:51pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's car fire is at 5 Myron Avenue.
Himes, DeLauro, Esty, Maloney Unveil Comprehensive Rail Safety Bill
NEW HAVEN, CT—Three of Connecticut’s representatives to Congress—Jim Himes, Rosa DeLauro, and Elizabeth Esty—unveiled today the Rail Safety Enforcement Act, comprehensive legislation to enhance rail safety. They are joined by New York Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney as an original cosponsor. The four representatives announced their intent to introduce the legislation last month and are formally introducing the bill today. “Metro North's string of accidents and delays over the past year is unacceptable and inexcusable. One of the busiest commuter rail lines in the country must be safer and must be more reliable – it is critical to our safety and to our region’s continued economic vitality,” said Himes. “I am pleased to join my colleagues in introducing legislation that will help…
Fairfield News: Pedestrian Struck at Dunkin Donuts
2:35pm--#Fairfield CT-- In the lot of the Dunkin Donuts at 200 Tunxis Hill Road, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
Bridgeport News: Fire at the Center for Women and Families
2:25pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a fire at 743 Fairfield Avenue. Firefighters are on the way. UPDATE--Firefighters found a faulty motor in the air conditioning unit caused a smoke condition.
GOV. MALLOY, LT. GOV. WYMAN, CMSR. PRYOR RECOGNIZE NATIONAL TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he has proclaimed May 5-9, 2014 as National Teacher Appreciation Week in the State of Connecticut. Governor Malloy, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, and Commissioner of Education Stefan Pryor released the following statements in honor of National Teacher Day, Tuesday, May 6, 2014: “An educator’s ability to nurture student potential, ignite a love of learning, and encourage critical thinking is an unbelievable gift fundamental to the success of our democracy and our economy,” said Governor Malloy. “I’m envious of teachers’ ability to impact young people and their futures. Providing learning opportunities that level the playing field and give students a leg up is an issue very dear to my heart, one that I…
Man Injured in Family Dispute
(Bridgeport, CT – May 5, 2014) – A 33-year-old man was injured during a fight stemming from a family dispute. Officer Benita Bailey responded to 17 Florence St. on Sunday just after 8 p.m. Police encountered the victim and other family members who were involved. Police learned that one man, 33-year-old Kent Woods, had been stabbed by a known party and that pepper spray had been discharged during the family dispute. His injuries were not life threatening. The suspect fled before police arrived. The incident remains under investigation.
Fairfield News: Tax Increase of 1.96%
3:39am--#Fairfield CT--The RTM wraps up budget in single session after 3am. Tax increase approx 1.96%.
Bridgeport News: One Arrested After Attempted Police Pursuit
1:o0ish--#Bridgeport CT--Around 1 am a police officer observed a white vehicle take off onto I-95 northbound at a high rate a speed. The vehicle had a sunroof and a woman was seen screaming from it along with two men in the vehicle. This gave police concern and police attempted to stop the vehicle but the vehicle was going faster than they wanted to engage and let the car go after entering Stratford. The car was not faster than a radio as they informed state and Stratford Police. Bridgeport and Stratford were able to locate the vehicle without engaging it. A short time later the vehicle was found abandoned. Good police work between Stratford and Bridgeport were able to locate…