Bridgeport News: Man Shot In Drive-by
2020-03-21@11:23pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man was shot in the leg in a drive-by shooting a Howard and Maplewood Avenue. His wounds are not thought to be life-threatening.
Governor Update
· Since yesterday’s update, an additional 35 Connecticut residents have tested positive, bringing the statewide total to 194. This includes the first case to be reported out of New London County. · Governor Lamont today signed his ninth executive order pursuant to his emergency declaration, taking further actions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Connecticut. This one: o Directs all non-essential businesses and not-for profit entities in Connecticut to prohibit all in-person functions effective Monday, March 23, 2020 at 8:00 p.m.; and o Requires a coordinated effort between the State of Connecticut and its municipalities when responding to this emergency. · The state has launched a framework for the donation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Those looking to donate should fill out…
Tonight’s Vehicle Fire
2020-03-20@9:49pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Tonight's vehicle fire was in a parking lot in the 1200 block of Kossuth Street. It was possibly set by kids, the fire marshal is on scene investigating. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Fireworks-NOT Shots Fired
2020-03-20@8:14PM--#Bridgeport CT-- It was fireworks, not shots fired at Brooklawn and Arcadia Avenue. This news report is made possible by Interstate Batteries 8-1pm Saturday. Support your local businesses!
Strengthening America’s Supply Chain and National Security Act
WASHINGTON—U.S. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) introduced the Strengthening America’s Supply Chain and National Security Act, bipartisan, bicameral legislation to combat America’s supply chain risk and dependence on China for pharmaceuticals. U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) joined Rubio in introducing the bill in the Senate, and U.S. Representative Michael Waltz (R-FL) will lead the companion legislation in the House. “Coronavirus has exposed a serious risk in our supply chain. Being dependent on China for pharmaceuticals—especially at the height of this pandemic—poses a serious threat to U.S. national security and public health across this country. I’m glad to work with a group of bipartisan senators to prioritize American manufacturers and ensure adequate pharmaceutical supply throughout…
Bridgeport News: Armed Robbery
2020-03-19@7:22pm--#Bridgeport CT-- King Discount Liquor at 1818 Barnum Avenue was robbed by 2 masked males, one had a firearm. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Parking Permits Being Enforced
UPDATE: A city official looked into this because "they understand" what people are going through. The parks department and parking officials do no want to ticket anyone during these times. Although most of the parks are gated, they have no issue if you want to park along the beach to walk, including Seaside Park. Police were called to St. Mary's by a resident. The police investigated to ensure there was no large gathering to prevent possible spreading of the virus. 2020-03-19@5:34pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport Police are at St. Mary's by the Sea enforcing parking permits. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Arrests Made
2020-#Bridgeport CT--This morning, members of the Bridgeport Police ESU team assisted Detectives Harper and Santora on executing an arrest and search warrants for Antonio Johnson Jr. DOB: 1/10/93. The arrest warrant stems from an incident with a large group of dirt bikes and quads causing a nuisance on city streets. The suspect Antonio Johnson Jr. DOB: 1/10/93 also threatened a Police Officer and his family. The investigation led to obtaining an arrest warrant, with a $60,000 bond, for various threatening and motor vehicle violations and a search warrant was also obtained seeking items of evidence from the incident. The search of Antonio's residence at 213 Deforest Avenue resulted in the seizure of a 2017 Yamaha dirt bike and a loaded…
Department Of Housing Changes
(Hartford) - The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) announced today that it has waived its policy of waiting thirty (30) days to implement an income change for the rental assistance program and federal section 8 vouchers. For the next 90 days, families already participating in the programs will have immediate adjustments for rental payment. DOH has also increased our rapid exit and rapid rehousing funding by $735,000 to assist individuals and families leave shelters and find permanent housing. For homeless individuals over the age of 60, DOH has provided funding for 100 hotel rooms to serve 200 elderly homeless. The goal of these hotel rooms are to separate those who are most at risk from communal living situations. There…
Bridgeport News: Boulder Falls On Worker
2020-03-19@2:01pm--#Bridgeport CT--A worker injured on a rock pile in the 300th block of Seaview Avenue. Bridgeport Fire and EMS are on-scene. the worker has a non-life threatening injury to their leg. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has also bee notified.