#Hartford State Senator Tony Hwang applauded the Connecticut State Senate’s bipartisan approval of the Republican budget proposal. Three Democratic lawmakers joined Republicans in voting for the amended state budget, which passed by a vote of 21 to 15. The amended budget now goes to the state House of Representatives for a vote “Our plan moves Connecticut in a new direction,” Sen. Hwang said. “We want to generate a predictable, sustainable and transparent ecosystem where Connecticut businesses can thrive and grow. We can do it with no new taxes.
Bridgeport News: Police Have Their Hands Full
UPDATE: Bridgeport police said two officers were pepper-sprayed after a fight broke out at the site of last night's murder. Police say the confrontation began as crowds gathered for a vigil in memory of 19 year old Eric Diza who was fatally shot in the stomach at Newfield and Beardsley Street. Chief AJ Perez says his heart goes out to the family of the murder victim, and he hopes people will turn their energies to assisting them as they heal. This was the city's 20th homicide of the year. 9:27pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police calling for assistance, K-9 and the booking van at Newfield and Beardsley Street, the site of last night's 20th homicide. Apparently, a rally is getting out of control.…
Westport News: Senior Shoplifter Gets Aggresive
#Westport CT--On 09/07/17 at approximately 5:00pm, Westport Officer Dan Paz was dispatched to 606 PostRoad East, Roundabout, for a larceny which had just taken place. Dispatch further advised that the suspect, a white female in a white shirt, was getting aggressive in the store. Store employees stated a customer was caught attempting to leave the store without paying for merchandise. The suspect, Barbara Convertito DOB 07/12/1949, removed the tags off of merchandise by cutting a small hole around the sensor and secreted the merchandise in her purse. Convertito purchased no items from the store. When she attempted to leave, the manager stopped her and asked if she had anything she wanted to pay for. Convertito then tried to leave the…
Trumbull News: Rollover Accident
3:24pm--#Trumbull CT-- Avoid the entance to Route 8 and Route 15 on Hawley Lane after a multi car accident. You can see one car on its side in the photo a viewer sent in.
Bridgeport News: Motorcyclist Struck By Hit & Run Driver
12:24pm--A motorcyclist was hit by a car that fled the scene at Mill Hill and Barnum Avenue. First responders on the way. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: 4 Car Crash
11:11am--#Fairfield CT-- Avoid Black Rock Turnpike near BJ's where there is a four car accident with injuries. Traffic is backed up in all directions as can be expected.
Bridgeport News: Toaster Fire
11:01am--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters responded to a toaster fire on Savoy Street. The fire was confinded to the toaster. Well, at least now you know what all the noise was about! Time for plan B for lunch at our sponsor!
Bridgeport News: Bridgeport’s 20th Homicide Investigated
Last night at 10pm, Bridgeport Police Officers responded to the corner of Beadsley Street and Newfield Avenue on a report of a person shot. They found the victim, Eric Diaz (DOB: 4/3/98 of 5 Yarrington Ct), shot in the abdomen. He was transported to Bridgeport Hospital by ambulance, where hours later he died. At this time, the motive for the homicide is unclear. Anyone with information should contact Detective Cintron at 203-581-5227. Special thanks to our subcribers who make LIVE reporting possible! Subscribe at https://www.patreon.com/doingitlocal or a one-time donation at: https://www.paypal.me/DoingItLocal
Bridgeport News: Contractor Starts Fire
10:44am, Thursday-- #Bridgeport CT-- A contractor using a torch for plumbing allegedly started a fire at 3648 Maidson Avenue. The Red Cross helped the residents with finding a place to stay. The fire marshal was called in to investigate.
Bridgeport News: Police Nab Person Breaking Into Cars
11:11pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police catch a man breaking into cars parked in the garage on John Street. They also recover the stolen items. This report is made possible by: