Garage Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters quickly extinguished a garage fire on Hooker Road. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause. 2026-06-15@11:52am-- #Bridgeport CT
Over 40 Rounds Fired
Bridgeport Police responded to the area of Stratford and Carroll Avenue due to ShotSpotter activation reporting 48 rounds fired. There is heavy police presence in the area and no reported victims at this time. The Department is investigating and will provide any updates when they become available.
Wendy’s Fire
The Wendy's location at 1105 Main Street in Stratford had fire go up the side of the building, originating from an outside mulch fire, according to unconfirmed radio report. There are no reports of any injuries at this time.
Make Music Fairfield Returns June 21
International Make Music Day to Take Place Sunday, June 21 Fairfield, CT - Make Music Day 2026 returns to Fairfield on Sunday, June 21 from 8AM - 10PM. 2026 marks the 9th year that Fairfield has celebrated Make Music Day. This year, there will be over 100 performers, 18 venues, and 70+ performances over the course of the 14-hour festival day. Make Music Day is the free, outdoor music festival celebrated annually all over the world on the Summer Solstice. Created in Paris, France in 1982, Make Music Day, or “Fête de la Musique”, has grown to more than 2,000 cities, making it the globe’s largest music event. Make Music Day features free music of all styles, and is open…
Attorney General Tong Wins Lawsuit Over H-1B Visa Fee
ATTORNEY GENERAL WINS LAWSUIT CHALLENGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S UNLAWFUL $100K TAX FOR H-1B VISAS (Hartford, CT) — Attorney General William Tong today released the following statement regarding a final ruling from the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts finding unlawful and vacating the Trump Administration’s policy imposing a $100,000 tax payment on new H-1B visa petitions. H-1B visas allow U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign national workers in roles that require specialized skills, including as teachers, physicians, researchers, nurses, and other vital workers, to alleviate nationwide labor shortages. The tax created a costly barrier for employers, weakened the economy, and disrupted essential services, especially for public sector and government employers trying to fill these positions. Attorney General Tong joined a multistate…
Shopping Plaza Fire!
Report of a fire at the same shopping plaza as Ocean State Job Lot, 589 Bridgeport Ave in Milford. The extent of the fire is unknown at this time.
Citizens Free-Pinned Motorcyclist
Citizens helped extricate a motorcyclist pinned under an SUV on Washington Avenue near Highland Avenue. Assistant Fire Chief Ellis told us the man had serious injuries to his legs. This is the second time today that citizens helped free a pinned victim, freeing a man trapped under a van at Park Avenue and State Street. 2026-06-13@9:28pm-- #Bridgeport CT
GOVERNOR LAMONT SIGNS LEGISLATION STRENGTHENING THE ABILITY TO PROSECUTE HATE CRIMES
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed legislation into law that will improve the ability of police and prosecutors to charge criminals with hate crimes and seek their associated enhanced penalties. “Connecticut proudly led the nation in the adoption of hate crimes laws, but after three decades of expanded statutes, we needed to streamline our laws in order for them to be effective for police and prosecutors,” Governor Lamont said. “Our decision to consolidate our existing hate crime statutes into one law reflects feedback we received many criminal justice and legal experts. Hate crimes are on the rise nationwide, and many communities feel that the federal government is emboldening hate speech and discrimination against them.…
Man In Wheelchair Pinned Under Van After Accident
A man in a wheelchair was pinned under a van after an accident at Park Avenue and State Street. Assistant Chief Ellis said citizens helped free the man from underneath the van before he was transported to the hospital. 2026-03-13@4:58pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Structure Fire With Challenges
Norwalk Firefighters are in the 180 block of Ely Avenue. All fires have challenges but today they had hydrant issues and trouble making it down Ely due to parked cars. Heavy fire front and rear on firefighters' arrival, with fire extending to the 2nd floor. 2026-06-13@4:22pm-- #Norwalk CT #ctfire