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.
Trumbull

Teen Seriously Injured in Trumbull E-Bike Crash

Jul 11, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Trumbull, CT – July 11, 2025 – A 15-year-old Trumbull boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric bike Thursday evening on Main Street near Whitney Avenue. According to police, the teen was traveling southbound on Main Street when he was hit by a northbound vehicle. The impact caused significant injuries to the boy, who was transported to a local hospital by Trumbull EMS. First-responding officers administered medical aid at the scene before EMS arrived. The driver of the vehicle, a Trumbull man, was uninjured and remained on scene, cooperating fully with police. He was the only person in the vehicle. The identities of those involved are currently being withheld. The Trumbull, Fairfield, and…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Crime is Down Significantly 📉

Jul 10, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/qrUy-F96lUw Chief Porter welcomed DoingItLocal into his office to share the midyear report and said the progress is thanks to a combination of strategic, data-driven policing, modern technology, and strong community engagement. According to the latest numbers, serious crime in Bridgeport is down 23% compared to this time last year. That includes: ✅ Robberies down 47% ✅ Homicides down 60% ✅ Stolen vehicles down nearly 10% ✅ Felony assaults and shootings are also trending downward Chief Porter credits the drop to smarter policing — using tools like ShotSpotter, license plate readers, surveillance cameras, and a growing fusion center. A new drone program is also on the way to assist with faster response and better investigations. Bridgeport is also rebuilding its…

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Entertainment Local News

Barnum Festival Sets Sail with “Barnum Sails the Sound” Aboard the PT Barnum

Jun 15, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

BRIDGEPORT – The Barnum Festival continued its 2025 celebration with one of its signature events, Barnum Sails the Sound, bringing together festival supporters, dignitaries, and guests for an evening cruise aboard the PT Barnum, operated by The Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company. This year’s Ringmaster, Greggory Gnandt, led the festivities, accompanied by members of the Barnum Festival Royal Family. Guests enjoyed scenic views of Long Island Sound while celebrating the festival’s enduring tradition of honoring the legacy of P.T. Barnum, Bridgeport’s most famous showman. Entertainment for the evening was provided by the band Shameless, whose high-energy performance kept guests dancing throughout the night as the vessel cruised across the Sound. The combination of live music, picturesque views, and lively…

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Fairfield

Fairfield Police Arrest Four in Connection to Parking Lot Takeover

Jun 13, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/s7Ht_PqaCQc Fairfield, CT — On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 10:55 p.m., Fairfield Policeresponded to a large group of vehicles operating recklessly in the parking lot of Stop & Shop at760 Villa Avenue. The scene resembled a street takeover, with drivers performing dangerousstunts such as donuts, burnouts, and fishtails, effectively taking over the private lot and creating ahazardous environment. There were also moments prior to police arrival where the parking lotasphalt was set on fire. This behavior endangered not only the vehicle operators but also thenumerous participants who were in the parking lot, mere feet away from the vehicles, takingvideos.Upon police entry into the parking lot, the crowd and vehicles began to disperse rapidly in alldirections. It is important…

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Fairfield Local News

Senator Praises Rejection of UI Transmission Line Proposal

Jun 13, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

FAIRFIELD, CT — State Senator Tony Hwang is applauding a recent decision by the Connecticut Siting Council to reject United Illuminating’s controversial Docket 516R proposal, which would have placed large transmission monopoles along the Metro-North Railroad corridor through Fairfield and Bridgeport. In a preliminary straw poll vote, the Council voted 4-2 against the proposal, signaling strong opposition and setting the stage for a formal denial. The vote means United Illuminating will now be required to submit a new and fully revised application if it wishes to move forward. “This is a major victory for the people of Fairfield, Bridgeport, and every community that stood together to oppose a harmful, unnecessary project,” Senator Hwang said. “The people spoke—clearly, persistently, and passionately—and…

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Bridgeport

Structure Fire… Again

Jun 12, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Firefighters were once again dispatched to a structure fire at the vacant building located at George and Center Street. We were there on May 1st for the previous fire at this location. Mayor Ganim mentioned in his State of the City address that this building is scheduled for demolition soon. 2025-06-12 @ 12:46 PM – #Bridgeport CT – ctfire

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