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Westport

WESTPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT WARNS OF AN UPTICK IN SCAM TELEPHONE CALLS

Jul 31, 2026 Alex

(Westport, CT) The Westport Police Department has recently received numerous inquiries and official complaints regarding a telephone scam involving someone who is falsely claiming to be a member of the agency. The names and ranks of the calling “officer” vary, as do the circumstances detailed in the calls. However, the caller typically tells victims that they missed a court date and/or a jury duty appearance and attempts to convince them they need to take immediate action to rectify the situation and avoid arrest. The caller will then explain that they need to receive some form of instant payment, typically Green Dot cards, to be able to provide a new court date. This is a scam. The Westport Police Department will…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Public Library Announces August Programs and Summer Reading Events

Jul 31, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCES AUGUST PROGRAMS AND SUMMER READING EVENTS The Bridgeport Public Library is inviting residents of all ages to participate in a variety of free educational and family-friendly programs during the first week of August. The library’s “Plant a Seed, Read!” Summer Reading Program continues through August 28 at all Bridgeport Public Library locations. Children, teens, and adults can sign up, track their reading, and earn rewards while enjoying programs and activities throughout the summer. Residents can call or visit their local branch to learn how to participate. On Saturday, August 1, the Beardsley Branch will host “Daisy’s Dinosaur” from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Puppeteer Robert Rogers will present an original story designed to inspire discovery, patience,…

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Bridgeport

Bike Struck

Jul 31, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A bicyclist was struck at the intersection of Iranistan Ave and State Street in Bridgeport. According to one on scene witness, the bicyclist pulled out in front of the car and was the cause, but there is nothing confirmed. The driver of the motor vehicle did appear to be cooperating with the police, and the bicyclist was cared for for his injuries.

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Stratford

STRATFORD LIBRARY ANNOUNCES AUGUST TEEN PROGRAMS

Jul 31, 2026 Alex

STRATFORD, CT – The Stratford Library Association has announced its lineup of August programs for teens at the Stratford Library, located at 2203 Main Street. The events are open to students in grades 7 through 13, with a mix of creative activities, games, and clubs throughout the month. The Teen Summer Reading Program continues through August 15. Participants can log the minutes they spend reading for chances to win weekly prizes and be entered into the grand prize drawing. Registration is open through August 15. On Tuesday, August 4, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., teens can learn the art of paper-folding flowers and paint their own flower pots during Flower Art and Flower Pot Painting in the Lovell Room. No…

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Bridgeport

TEEN, FATHER ARRESTED FOLLOWING DOUBLE SHOOTING ON BRIDGEPORT’S WEST SIDE

Jul 31, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport Police have arrested a 14-year-old male and his 46-year-old father in connection with Thursday's double shooting at Laurel Avenue and Grove Street. Both were taken into custody several hours later at a motel in the North End by the Detective Bureau's Shooting Task Force, which investigates non-fatal shootings. The 14-year-old was charged with Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit, Reckless Endangerment in the First Degree, and Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm. He was processed at police headquarters and transported to juvenile detention. His father, Damien Mullins, 46, of Bridgeport, was charged with Tampering with Evidence. He was held on a $25,000 bond. At approximately 4:00 p.m. Thursday, Bridgeport Police received a ShotSpotter activation reporting several rounds…

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ANSONIA POLICE ARREST BRIDGEPORT MAN FOLLOWING VEHICLE BURGLARY REPORTS

Jul 30, 2026 Alex

On July 25, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers assigned to C Shift, under the supervision of Sgt. Nelson, responded to the Wesley Street area following reports of an individual entering parked motor vehicles and a garage. Upon arrival, Officer Ruiz observed a person matching the suspect’s description entering a nearby residence. Officers quickly responded, surrounded the residence, safely entered the residence, and located the suspect hiding inside a closet. Items believed to have been stolen from several of the vehicles were recovered nearby. Renell C. Campbell, of Bridgeport, was arrested and charged with four counts of Burglary in the Third Degree and two counts of Larceny in the Sixth Degree. He posted a $25,000 bond and is scheduled to be…

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Bridgeport

Shooting in Bridgeport

Jul 30, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

First responders are on scene to a reported shooting that occurred around the area of 500 Laurel Ave and 100 Grove Street in Bridgeport. There is at least one victim who was shot possibly in the hip according to initial unconfirmed radio reports. This is an actively developing story, we will pass along any updates as soon as we get them. UPDATE: The Bridgeport Police Department is actively investigating a shooting on the West Side of the city that happened around 4:00 p.m. today and left several persons injured. Early reports indicate that all of the victims are juveniles. The full extent of their injuries is not known at this time. The department received a ShotSpotter Activation in the area…

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State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG FILES LAWSUIT CHALLENGING CONDITIONS ON FEDERAL COUNTERTERRORISM FUNDING

Jul 30, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 26 states in filing a lawsuit challenging actions by the Trump administration that would place new conditions on billions of dollars in federal counterterrorism and emergency preparedness funding. The lawsuit challenges decisions by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to impose conditions on federal funding appropriated by Congress for states to prepare for and respond to emergencies, natural disasters, and acts of terrorism. According to the lawsuit, the challenged conditions would require states to change the way they conduct elections, including transmitting lists of registered voters to DHS, and assist DHS in enforcing federal immigration law. The lawsuit also challenges a…

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