Local News in Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford, Norwalk, and Beyond!
Report of a structure fire at the 200 block of Lexington Ave in Bridgeport. Initial reports say it was a porch fire that extended to the structure. At this time the fire has been knocked down and firefighters are on scene checking for extensions.
I-95 is shutdown for your commuting pleasure between exits 17 to 21 apparently southbound but I only see backups to 18 at this point. No word on the reason.
Report of a pedestrian and her dog that were struck by Long Hill Cross Road and Long Hill Ave in Shelton. First responders are on their way, and there is no further information at this time.
Report of a rollover crash on I-95 Southbound on the Exit 16 off ramp. First responders are on scene reporting 1 car on the off ramp on its roof. There is no further information at this time.
Yesterday, November 11th, at 3:05PM the Bridgeport ECC and Police received a ShotSpotter activation for the 40th block of Elmwood Avenue. Bridgeport Police immediately responded to the scene and out of an abundance of caution placed Curiale School on Lock-In/Lock-Out. At this time that protective measure has been lifted. At 8:25PM yesterday, November 11th, a ShotSpotter activation was received at the Bridgeport ECC and Bridgeport Police for Highland Avenue. On-scene preliminary reports indicated weapons discharged between unknown parties. No reported injuries and Bridgeport Police continues their on-going investigation. Bridgeport Police are actively investigating both incidents at this time and is asking anyone with information regarding the shots fired to contact the Bridgeport Police TIPS Line at 203-576-TIPS (8477).
First Selectman Vicki Tesoro addressed the community yesterday evening regarding heightened security at Tashua Elementary School following a recent social media post by a school teacher that included the school’s address and phone number. While no threats were reported over the weekend, the Trumbull School District and Trumbull Police maintained a police presence at the school on Monday out of caution, ensuring a safe and quiet day for students and staff. At approximately 2:45 PM, a threatening email was received, claiming that a bomb had been placed on school grounds. The school immediately enacted a stay-put protocol, and Trumbull Police swiftly responded to secure the area, conducting a comprehensive search of the building and grounds. After thorough inspection, the threat…
Report of a 3 car accident on the Northbound exit 18 ramp on I-95.
State Senator Tony Hwang issued the following statement regarding his re-election as State Senator of Connecticut’s 28th District. “This widespread support - and this wide margin of victory - is humbling and inspiring. We won by more than 5,600 votes: nearly 10 percentage points. We won in each town: Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown. We won with support from Republicans, Democrats, and Independents. We won by staying positive, by staying connected, and by remaining focused on issues people care about, like making Connecticut more affordable for everyone. I am grateful to the people of the 28th Senate District for reviewing my record of service and re-electing me in such a convincing fashion. I will continue to put people over politics.…
https://youtu.be/kq2B9qS9Vd8 Today's Vehicle Fire is a parked car that suddenly caught on fire behind the Nutmeg bowling alley at 802 Villa Ave in Fairfield. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and there was no extension to any of the other vehicles.
A car has driven into the NS Smoke Junction at 48 Pershing Drive. No word on any injuries. 2024-11-09@7:25pm--#Ansonia CT