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Bridgeport

Ceiling Collapse Injures Elderly

Jan 6, 2026 Alex

Report of a part of a ceiling that collapsed at 111 Court D of Success Village in Bridgeport. Initial report is that an elderly female was injured by the collapse. First responders are on their way to the scene at this time. We’re a two-person independent local news team, and by buying us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocal, supporting us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocal, donating via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6N, or subscribing on Facebook, you help us continue delivering breaking local news while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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Bridgeport

Overnight Structure Fire

Jan 6, 2026 Alex

The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 300 block of Fairview Avenue. Fire units arrived to find fire from a 2-story residence. The fire was quickly knocked down with no reported injuries. The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating, and the American Red Cross is assisting with the displacement of 3 adults and 1 child. We’re a two-person independent local news team, and by buying us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocal, supporting us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocal, donating via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6N, or subscribing on Facebook, you help us continue delivering breaking local news while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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Stratford

Boats Launched For Possible Person In Water

Jan 5, 2026 Alex

Boats were launched to search for a report of a missing person in the Housatonic River, around Sikorsky Memorial Bridge. At this time there was a discovered overturned kayak, but it is unknown at this time if there is a person in the water. We’re a two-person independent local news team, and by buying us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocal, supporting us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocal, donating via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6N, or subscribing on Facebook, you help us continue delivering breaking local news while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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Norwalk

Norwalk Man Arrested on Fraud, Larceny Charges; Bond Set at $240,000

Jan 4, 2026 Alex

NORWALK, CT — A Norwalk man has been arrested following an investigation into fraudulent credit card use tied to purchases made at Home Depot locations in several states, according to police. On March 7, 2025, a victim reported fraud involving a company credit card, telling police that between February 27 and February 28, 2025, unauthorized purchases totaling more than $2,000 were attempted. The victim identified William Ayles, a former contractor, as the suspected individual based on receipts, notes, and other documentation. Surveillance video from the transactions was obtained, and investigators later determined the actual financial loss totaled $1,201.30. An arrest warrant was issued for Ayles in connection with the fraud investigation. On December 24, 2025, a bail enforcement agent took…

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Bridgeport

UPDATE: Bridgeport Man Killed in After-Hours Club Shooting on Noble Avenue

Jan 4, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred inside an after-hours club on the city’s East Side early Sunday morning. Police said that shortly after 3:00 a.m., multiple 911 calls reported a man had been shot and was in serious condition in the 900 block of Noble Avenue. Responding officers encountered numerous people leaving what appeared to be an illegal after-hours club and located Jordan Thompson, 31, of Bridgeport, critically injured inside the location. Thompson was transported to Bridgeport Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. Police detained possible witnesses at the scene as detectives began their investigation, and the Major Crimes Unit processed the location Sunday morning. Authorities confirmed Thompson’s next of kin has been…

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Bridgeport

Man Shot on East Main Street in Bridgeport; Police Investigating

Jan 3, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday night in the East End of the city. At approximately 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the 2200 block of East Main Street. When officers arrived, they located one victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center for treatment. Police did not release the victim’s condition, and no arrests have been made at this time. The Bridgeport Police Department is continuing its investigation and is asking anyone with information to contact police.

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Norwalk

Norwalk Police Investigating Attempted Burglary on Felix Lane

Jan 3, 2026 Alex

NORWALK, CT — The Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau is actively investigating an attempted burglary that occurred on Felix Lane, according to police. Detectives recovered surveillance footage showing three suspects involved in the incident. Police said the individuals were observed communicating with one another in Spanish during the attempted burglary. In response, the Norwalk Police Department has increased patrols in the surrounding neighborhood and is asking residents to remain vigilant. Anyone who sees suspicious people, vehicles, or activity is urged to call 911 or the Norwalk Police Department’s non-emergency line at 203-854-3000. Anyone with information related to the investigation is asked to contact Detective Andrew Roncinske at 203-854-3067 or via email at aroncinske@norwalkct.gov. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through…

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State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES CONNECTICUT’S SEVERE COLD WEATHER PROTOCOL FROM MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Dec 29, 2025 Alex

Anyone in Need of Shelter is Urged to Visit 211ct.org or Call 2-1-1 For a List of Locations (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is activating Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, and remaining in effect until noon on Sunday, January 4, 2026, due to a blast of unusually cold weather that will impact the state during this period, including wind chills during the overnight hours on most of these nights that are expected to drop into the single digits and near zero at times. The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severe cold, which could be life threatening if…

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State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG WINS LAWSUIT TO PROTECT CRITICAL HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING FROM POLITICALLY MOTIVATED CUTS

Dec 28, 2025 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong has won a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from unlawfully reallocating federal homeland security funding away from states based on their compliance with the administration’s political agenda. The U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island granted a motion for summary judgment brought by Attorney General Tong and a coalition of 11 other attorneys general and the governor of Pennsylvania. “Donald Trump tried to play politics with taxpayer-funded disaster relief. We sued, and the court saw these cuts for what they were— not plausible, not rational, and not lawful. We are going to keep fighting and we’re going to keep winning to stop Donald Trump from hurting our states,” said Attorney General…

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