Police Called To Control Media
Bridgeport Police were called to the fire scene at Connecticut Avenue to allegedly help control the media according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2024-12-23@10:01pm--#Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Bridgeport News: Structure Fire
https://youtu.be/qrYeN2nK14g At approximately 4:50 PM, Bridgeport ECC received phone calls of a structure fire of a wood frame residential building on Connecticut Ave. 3 individuals were transferred to the hospital for evaluation and unfortunately, there was one fatality. 4 adults and 4 children are being relocated by the Red Cross. The Bridgeport Fire Marshal’s office in conjunction with the Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosion investigation unit are investigating.
Arrests made in Stolen Motor Vehicle Case
On December 22, 2024, at approximately 2:57 PM, Westport Police responded to a residence on a stolen vehicle report. The complainant reported they pulled into their driveway and went inside while leaving their vehicle, a 2020 Bentley, running in the driveway. While inside, the complainant witnessed unknown suspects steal his car from the driveway. Westport Police observed the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed but did not pursue. The vehicle was outfitted with a tracking device and ultimately recovered in Elmhurst, NY, by members of the NYPD. NYPD also made an arrest of two individuals who were in a different stolen vehicle traveling with the stolen Bentley. This incident comes on the heels of a release that was…
Bridgeport Public Schools Launches Attendance Task Force to Combat Chronic Absenteeism
Bridgeport Public Schools is taking a proactive step to address chronic absenteeism and improve student outcomes with its Attendance Task Force, which launched earlier this month. This initiative brings together district leaders, school administrators, educators, parents, and community organizations to develop strategies aimed at reducing chronic absenteeism and fostering student success. Currently, 29% of Bridgeport Public Schools students are identified as chronically absent, with high schools facing the greatest challenges. The task force aims to reduce chronic absenteeism to pre-COVID levels, which were 19%, by addressing barriers to attendance, improving student engagement, and fostering stronger community-school collaboration. Organizations participating in the task force include LifeBridge Community Services and United Way, alongside district leaders and school staff, all working together to…
Rollover Accident
Report of a rollover accident in front of Supercuts on the 200th block of Main Avenue. Firefighters are on the way to help extricate those trapped in the car. No word on injuries. 2024-12-23@11:18am--Norwalk, CT
Man Arrested in NY for Violent Home Invasion and Protective Order Violations in Norwalk
On December 16th, 2024, Christian Chavez-Sosa was arrested in Gloversville, NY, by the US Marshals. Norwalk Detectives transported him back to Norwalk Police Headquarters, where he was charged with Home Invasion, Strangulation in the Second Degree, three Violations of a Protective Order, and Burglary in the First Degree. The home invasion incident occurred when Chavez-Sosa already had an existing protective order in place. On October 30th, he broke into the victim’s home, first destroying items and later re-entering the home only to terrorize the victim again. He strangled the victim as they laid in bed with their (victim’s) child, causing them to lose their breath. This only stopped when someone entered the room, causing an interruption. Chavez-Sosa then fled the…
Milford News: Pedestrian Struck on the Highway
Report of an accident which occurred on I-95 South by exit 38. The initial report over the radio was for a pedestrian struck. First responders have just arrived on scene at this time. UPDATE: Unconfirmed radio reports from first responders are saying that it was a person that was struck on the Highway. Why the person was out of their car on the highway is unknown.
Trumbull News: Chase on Madison
A viewer sent in that Trumbull police are currently engaged in a chase with a white car heading down Madison Ave near the Trumbull Mall heading into Bridgeport. There are no further details at this time
STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN JANUARY 2025
1/8: 4:30-6:00 pm: Teen Vision BoardThe New Year is upon us so let's take some time to create some goals to lookforward to. Come by the Teen Department and create your vision board and enjoya few snacks. Grades 6-12. No registration required.1/9: 4-6:00 pm: Throwback Thursday Teen Movie Night: Bring It OnCome lay back and watch a throwback movie at the library with friends. Snacksand refreshments provided. Location: Lovell Room. Grades 6-12. No registrationrequired.1/10: Mid-Term Stress Buster Kit Grab N’ Go KitHelp yourself to a few stress busters to get you through mid-terms. Kits include:stress ball, note cards, erasers, pencils, mini post-its, highlighter, mints (forconcentration), and granola bar for energy. (Midterms begin 1/21). Location: TeenDepartment. Grades 6-12. No registration; while supplies…
BLUMENTHAL & SWALWELL INTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO REDUCE STUDENT LOAN DEBT FOR PUBLIC SERVANTS
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) introduced the Strengthening Loan Forgiveness for Public Servants Act, legislation to expand the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to provide meaningful student debt relief to teachers, police officers, public health workers, and others who dedicate their careers to public service. “Our nation’s dedicated public servants make incredible sacrifices for the betterment of our country, and they deserve relief from the immense weight of student debt,” said Blumenthal. “The Strengthening Loan Forgiveness for Public Servants Act provides a helping hand to the loyal police officers, teachers, and healthcare workers serving our communities and expands opportunities to ease financial burdens—repaying a debt of gratitude to our public servants.” “We should support students…