Southport News: Rollover
https://youtu.be/O2QA5Xft13k Report of a 1 car rollover accident on Hulls Highway near Ivy Lane in Southport. There is no report of any injuries at this time.
3 Arrested in Norwalk Smoke Shop Burglary
At approximately 2:25 a.m. on January 30, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a report of a suspicious person near Van Tassell Court, not far from the store. Shortly after, an unidentified caller whispered into the phone before the call was lost. Although dispatchers could not hear the individual, they were able to trace the call's location to 213 Main Ave. Patrol officers quickly responded and discovered broken glass at the storefront. Inside, three male suspects were seen attempting to burglarize the business. As officers approached, the suspects fled on foot, prompting a police pursuit. Two men were eventually apprehended, while a female suspect was found hiding inside a parked car near the scene. The third male suspect managed to escape and…
Strong Work By Bridgeport Firefighters
What an incredible effort by the heroes at Bridgeport Firefighters to keep this inferno to just one building. Special thanks to Marc from Top Notch Chimney for capturing the image of the dog being rescued. Strong work by all! You can reach Marc at 888-845-9585 or topnotch.chimney@aol.com
GOVERNOR LAMONT AND COMMISSIONER RUSSELL-TUCKER ANNOUNCE GUIDANCE DOCUMENT ISSUED TO K-12 SCHOOLS ON THE PROTECTION OF STUDENTS IN THE CLASSROOM PERTAINING TO IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker today announced that the Connecticut State Department of Education has issued a guidance document to every K-12 public school district in Connecticut in response to questions regarding the impact that recent changes in policy guidance from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security pertaining to immigration enforcement activities may have on school operations, student privacy, and the safeguarding of students while in school. Both Connecticut and federal law protect a student’s right to attend public school, regardless of their immigration status. This guidance is intended to provide school districts and their governing bodies with an overview of state and federal laws pertaining to student rights and the responsibilities of school districts, and…
Ambulance Accident
First responders on the scene of a crash between a car and a Nelson Ambulance with a patient in the back on Lindley Street near Capitol Avenue. There were no new injuries reported. 2025-0 1-29@3:16pm--#Bridgeport CT
“BLACK HISTORY MONTH” EVENTS SCHEDULED AT LIBRARY
Film & Literature Programs Set in Stratford The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the nationwide celebration of “Black History Month,” will present special events relating to the Black experience, covering film, discussion, and literature. As part of its long-range plan, the Library will provide Stratford residents with materials and programs that foster understanding and appreciation for their heritage and the diversity of the community. Programs are free and open to the public. All events will be held in the Library’s Lovell Room. The special “Black History Month” events scheduled at the Library: Talk: Learn About RiSEThe purpose of the RiSE study is to learn whether the stress reduction program, called “Resilience, Stress, and Ethnicity,” improves the body’s response to stress…
Multiple Highway Crashes!
Report of a motor vehicle accident on I-95 Southbound by exit 18. (pictured below) Another crash is reported between Exit 33 and 34 Northbound.
Bridgeport News: Structure Fire
https://youtu.be/Y8512kSQTJ8 Report of a structure fire near the 600 block of Grand Street in Bridgeport. Thanks to our loyal viewers, we are able to see how quickly the fire spread through the building. There was one individual transported to the hospital.
Bridgeport Police Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision
On January 25, 2025, Bridgeport Police observed a serious motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Barnum Avenue and Harriet Street while on routine patrol. A 53-year-old male, later identified as Andre Scarlett of Bridgeport, sustained serious injuries when his black 2000 Saturn SC2 was struck by a gray 2013 Hyundai Sonata with North Carolina plates (HCZ1398) as he attempted to pass through the intersection. The occupants of the Hyundai Sonata fled the scene on foot. Scarlett was transported to Bridgeport Hospital by American Medical Response but tragically succumbed to his injuries. The Bridgeport Police Serious Crash Investigation Team is leading the investigation and extends its condolences to Scarlett’s family and friends. Police urge anyone with information to contact Officer…
Bridgeport Teachers Speak Out: A Call for Action and Change
Governor Lamont Calls for Change in Bridgeport Schools Amidst Challenges of Leadership and Resources https://youtu.be/TIPUfKhOueQ On Friday, an important meeting shed light on critical issues facing our schools. The teachers’ firsthand accounts were so compelling and insightful that they demand more than a typical report. Their voices offer a unique perspective on the challenges and realities they encounter every day—perspectives that deserve to be heard. Bridgeport, CT — During a candid discussion with local educators and officials, Governor Ned Lamont emphasized the urgent need for systemic change within Bridgeport’s struggling school system. The governor, who has decades of experience addressing education issues, expressed deep concern over the district's challenges, ranging from resource shortages to leadership instability. “I think you’ve been…