I-95 Crash In The Winter Storm
Report of a crash on I-95 by Exit 34 Northbound. First responders are on their way, reporting that it is a crash between two 18 wheelers and it is unknown if there are any injuries at this time.
Ned Lamont Declares State of Emergency as Towns Announce Closures, Parking Bans Ahead of Major Winter Storm
FULL PRESS RELEASE (Fairfield County, CT) – State and local officials across Connecticut are urging residents to prepare for a significant winter storm expected to bring heavy snowfall, blizzard conditions, damaging wind gusts, and possible coastal flooding beginning Sunday, February 22, 2026, and continuing through Monday, February 23, 2026. Governor Ned Lamont has declared a statewide State of Emergency and activated Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol, effective Sunday at noon through at least Tuesday at noon. The state has also issued a commercial vehicle travel ban on all limited access highways beginning at 5:00 PM Sunday, remaining in effect until further notice. Emergency and essential supply vehicles are exempt. Forecasts predict: 18–24 inches of heavy, wet snow in southern Connecticut…
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUBMITS TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF GENETIC PRIVACY LEGISLATION
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today submitted testimony in support of An Act Concerning Direct to Consumer Genetic Testing, legislation proposed by his office to give Connecticut residents exclusive control over their DNA and genetic data. The proposed legislation draws lessons from Attorney General Tong’s investigation into the theft of genetic information from 23andMe and the company’s subsequent bankruptcy. The company had gathered the DNA of over 15 million people before a threat actor stole records from over six million 23andMe customers. Bad actors used that genetic data to target people of Jewish and Chinese descent, to threaten disclosure of genetic ancestry information of celebrities and world leaders, to create applications to block visitors to websites based on race and ethnic origin, and…
Driver Arrested After Striking Ansonia Police Cruiser, Gun Recovered
On February 14, 2026 at about 9:50 P.M. officers of the Ansonia Police Department were investigating a one car accident on Elm Street when another vehicle travelling on Elm Street struck a stopped marked cruiser, which had its emergency lights activated, then fled the scene. Officers located the evading vehicle on East Main St and took the driver, Angel Sosa, into custody, during which time they located 2 loaded handgun magazines on Sosa and a loaded 9mm Sig Sauer handgun in the back seat of the vehicle. Angel Sosa, age 44, of Ansonia was charged with DUI, Evading Responsibility, Carrying a Firearm Under the Influence, and Failing to Move Over When Approaching a Stopped Emergency Vehicle. Sosa refused to submit…
ARRESTS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH ARMED ROBBERY AND HOME INVASION
FAIRFIELD, CT – Multiple individuals have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and home invasion that occurred in the early morning hours of February 19, 2026, in the area of Candlewood Road in Fairfield. The following individuals were charged in connection with this incident. Each was charged with Home Invasion, Robbery in the First Degree with a Deadly Weapon, five (5) counts of Unlawful Restraint, and two (2) counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. They were each held on a $3,000,000 bond and were transported to Bridgeport Superior Court this morning: Kaleem Uthmaan (DOB 9/26/2000) of Hamden, CTNaszar Hobby (DOB 2/4/2005) of New Haven, CTJuan Felix (DOB 10/20/2000) of Monroe, CT On Thursday, February 19, 2026,…
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUBMITS TESTIMONY SUPPORTING LEGISLATION COMBATTING YOUTH SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today submitted testimony in support of legislation he proposed with Governor Ned Lamont to combat youth social media addiction, including by prohibiting social media companies from exposing minors to harmful and addictive algorithms and notifications without parental consent. “Young people spend hours each day glued to social media, with dire consequences for their learning, relationships, and mental health. These platforms are addictive by design, with constant, attention-grabbing alerts and algorithms designed to override self-control, to maximize the platform’s profit at the expense of children’s and teens’ well-being. We must prioritize the health and development of our youth by enabling parental supervision, rather than setting young people up to fall victim to addictive and destructive social…
Armed Robbery Causes School Shutdown
https://youtube.com/shorts/CrqMSvXZOZY Fairfield, CT — Fairfield Police have taken all suspects into custody following an early morning armed robbery and home invasion investigation that prompted a large police response and temporary shelter-in-place order in the Candlewood Road area. Officers responded just before 2:30 AM on Thursday, February 19, 2026 to reports of an armed robbery and possible home invasion. Police quickly secured the victims and initially detained one suspect, while another person of interest was later located in Hamden. Investigators then worked to locate two additional suspects believed to still be in the immediate area, leading to a significant police presence around Candlewood Road and Black Rock Turnpike and instructions for nearby residents to shelter in place and avoid the area.…
Food Truck Fire
Report of a food truck fire at Park Avenue and Eckhart Street in Fairfield. Firefighters were alerted to it by a passerby that saw smoke, and they forced entry and extinguished the fire.
Big, wonderful changes are coming to your Stratford Library!
Starting Wednesday February 23, we will be undergoing construction. When it is finished, Stratford Library will have a renovated Teen space, a reorganized Reference space, an updated public computer lab, and a brand new uCreate maker space. There will be new lighting, new ductwork, a new ceiling and new heating and cooling systems. This work, which will last several months, will take place in the section of the Library that houses Adult and Teen services, including the Adult fiction and nonfiction collections, the computer lab, the study rooms, the Conference Room and the Board Room. During this time, there will be no access to that part of the Library, and there will be no public seating. The Children's Department and…
Stratford Health Department Hosting Free “Know Your Numbers” Health Screening Event
STRATFORD, CT — The Stratford Health Department is inviting residents to take an important step toward better heart health by attending a free “Know Your Numbers” Health Screening event on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at 468 Birdseye Street, 1st Floor Game Room. This community event is designed to raise awareness about heart health and provide residents with access to key health screenings at no cost. Screenings will include blood pressure, A1c (blood sugar), cholesterol, and BMI measurements — all important indicators that help individuals understand their overall cardiovascular health and risk factors. By knowing these numbers, residents can make informed decisions about lifestyle changes, follow up with healthcare providers if necessary, and take proactive…