Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Killed
2022-03-13--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a crash that killed one pedestrian on Boston Avenue earlier this morning.
Bridgeport News: Assault
2022-03-13@1:11am--#Bridgpeort CT-- A report of an assault outside the Sheehan Center in the 1400 block of Main Street. There are no further details due to the lack of the transparency in administration. Use extreme caution if in the area. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Arrest After Pursuit/Crash
On March 10, 2022, at approximately 1930 hours, members of the Bridgeport RegionalAuto Theft Violent Crime Task Force were operating in the East End of the City, when Lieutenant Amato and Officer Jansy Rodriguez observed a blue Buick Century travelling at a high rate of speed, through the intersection of Wilmont Avenue and Stratford Avenue. Officers recognized this vehicle as being associated with Rafael REILLO, born 04/11/2000. He was previously observed by Task Force Officer(s) brandishing a firearm, while operating this vehicle. No enforcement action was taken at that time. Instead, LT. Amato and I followed the vehicle at a distance while, apprised assisting units in the area with our direction of travel. The Buick Century, now observed to be…
Tonight’s Car Fire Extends To The House
2022-03-12@11:39pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Tonight's vehicle fire is in the 100 block of Sheridan Street. The fire extended to the back of the home but was quickly extinguished by the fire department. This news report is made possible by:
GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES SEVERE COLD WEATHER PROTOCOL SATURDAY EVENING
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to an updated weather forecast indicating that wind chill factors across Connecticut could be as low as zero degrees, he is directing the state’s severe cold weather protocol to be activated beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, 2022, and remaining in effect through noon on Sunday, March 13, 2022. The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severe cold conditions, which could be life threatening if exposed to the elements for extended periods of time. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies and municipalities to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 and Connecticut’s network of shelters to…
Shelton News: Downed Trees
2022-03-12@3:50pm--#Shelton CT-- Report of a tree down on Shelton Avenue near Meadow and Beardsley Street blocking the road.Also, a tree down on West Street. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Crash With Extrication
2022-03-12@11:58am--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a two car accident with extrication required at Madison and North Avenue. This news report is made possible by:
Norwalk News: Clowns Checking Car Doors
2022-03-11@9:44pm--#Norwalk CT-- Police were called to condo area at 4 Daskams Lane near the docks for two people wearing clown masks checking door car door handles. After a brief foot pursuit they have one in custody. I jest you not. This news report is made possible by: Nima doesn't clown around with mortgages!
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG: BIDEN ADMINISTRATION RESTORES CALIFORNIA’S WAIVER FOR CLEAN CAR STANDARDS IN VICTORY FOR ALL
(Hartford, CT)– Attorney General William Tong today issued the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final action restoring California’s waiver under the Clean Air Act for its greenhouse gas (GHG) and zero-emission vehicle programs. Attorney General Tong was part of multistate litigation during the Trump Administration defending California’s longstanding authority to set its own vehicle emission standards. “This is a huge victory for air quality and our climate,” Attorney General Tong said. “I applaud the Biden Administration for restoring California’s waiver for clean car standards. These standards, adopted by Connecticut under the Clean Air Act, are critical to fight climate change and improve public health and our environment.” Attorney General Tong has pushed the Biden Administration to reduce emissions from the transportation sector and to reaffirm California's authority to…
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
UPDATE: It was a bicyclist struck and only the bike received damage. 2022-03-10@4:57pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a pedestrian being struck at Bassick Avenue and State Street. No word on the person's condition. This news report is made possible by: