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Month: August 2020

Bridgeport

Bridgeport New: 2 Shot On The East Side

Aug 2, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: The shooting involved two victims who were seated in a vehicle. A female was shot multiple times and is in critical condition at Bridgeport Hospital after undergoing surgery early this morning. A male also seated in the vehicle was shot in the leg and also was treated at Bridgeport Hospital for non- life-threatening injuries. BPD continues its investigation at this time.   2020-08-01@11:49pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Two people have been shot at Maple and Kossuth Street. Two cars were in the street that was involved in the shooting. Police are still investigating.

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Two People Shot

Aug 1, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

UPDATE: There were three people shot, one seriously. A large crowd of family members showed up at Bridgeport Hospital which brought out a large police presence.   2020-08-01@8:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are reporting that two gunshot victims arrived at Bridgeport Hospital.  According to the victims the incident took place on I-95.   There does not appear to be any police activity on the traffic cameras at this time.   This news report is made possible by:  

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Fairfield

Water Rescue

Aug 1, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-08-01@8:11pm--#Fairfield CT-- A homeowner on Fairfield Beach Road saw flares east of the Penfield Lighthouse and called Fairfield Emergency Communications (911).  Firefighters were dispatched on their fireboat and discovered a boat had run up on the reef.  Three people were rescued and the vessel is being towed to Captian's Cove Marina.   This news report is made possible by:  

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State News

BLUMENTHAL & HAWLEY SEEK DOJ INVESTIGATION INTO ZOOM & TIKTOK

Aug 1, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) wrote the Department of Justice (DOJ) today seeking an investigation into “reported violations of Americans’ civil liberties by Zoom and TikTok and the national security implications of both companies’ relationships with the People’s Republic of China.” Both Zoom and TikTok have tried to conceal their ties to China, where “tech firms are notoriously bound to draconian intelligence laws, media regulations, and extrajudicial pressure that compels them to censor and spy for China’s state security services.” Americans’ use of these platforms has skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic even following reports of potential threats to the privacy of their data and their freedom of expression. Compounding these concerns, both Zoom and TikTok…

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Westport

Westport Updates

Aug 1, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe issued the following statement today: As we enter a new month of restrictions and regulations designed to keep ourselves and others safe, it is understandable that some are experiencing “Covid fatigue,” and perhaps are becoming too relaxed in abiding by public health requirements. Westport needs to remain vigilant. We must all maintain social distancing, not gather in large groups, practice diligent hand washing, and continue to be responsible by wearing a face covering whenever leaving our homes. This is especially important during the summer months when we are drawn outside to exercise, shop, dine outdoors and go to the beach. Wearing a face covering and wearing it properly over both the nose and…

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