Stephen Krauchick

DoingItLocal is run by Steve Krauchick. Steve has always had interest with breaking news even as an early teen, opting to listen to the Watergate hearings instead of top 40 on the radio. His interest in news spread to become the communities breaking news leader in Connecticut’s Fairfield County. He strongly believes that the public has right to know what is happening in their backyard and that government needs to be transparent. Steve also likes promoting local businesses.

I-95 Crash

A crash between a pick-up truck and a tractor-trailer on I-95 northbound near exit 40. About 20 gallons of diesel fuel from the tractor-trailer went down a storm drain. They are talking about closing the highway, currently only the left median is getting by. Detour if you can.

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Water Rescue

Update from the Bridgeport Police: On December 10th, at approximately 21:08 hours, the Bridgeport Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received reports of an individual with possible mental health issues who had jumped from the Grand Republic. Responding agencies included: Bridgeport Police Department Marine Unit Bridgeport Fire Department Marine Unit U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) American Medical Response (AMR) Mutual aid from surrounding areas The emergency teams quickly arrived at Bridgeport Harbor, where AMR transported a 50-year-old male to a nearby hospital. Sadly, he was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The Bridgeport Police Department has since notified the next of kin. The City of Bridgeport extends its deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time. Mental Health and Social Services Support: If…

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A Ho-Ho-Hazard!

Fairfield, CT—First responders had their hooves full tonight when they were called to Round Hill Road for a truly unique traffic situation. Reports came in around 8:11 PM about a man dressed as a reindeer who kept lying in the middle of the road. Concerned drivers feared the holiday spirit had gone a step too far—or that Rudolph had gone rogue. 2024-12-07@8:11pm--#Fairfield CT

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