Bridgeport News: Shots Fired
2020-04-22@11:42pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Reports of shots in a drive-by on Lousiana Avenue and East Main Street. So far no one or anything reported hit. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Person Checking Car Door Handles
2020-04-22@11:35pm--#Fairfield CT-- Report of a heavy set male checking car door handles on Lenox Road. A car was entered on Alvin Street. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Cops Called On Gathering After Funeral
2020-04-22@6:49pm--#Fairfield CT-- Police were called to a gathering on Bailey Road which was family after a funeral. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_81794" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit Penfield Service Center at:https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/[/caption]
1 Dead 3 Injured In Merritt Crash
2020-04-22@4:48pm--#Trumbull CT-- #cttraffic-- The Merritt Parkway is closed southbound between exits 48 and 47 due to a fatal crash. Radio report said that one person was ejected from their car killing the person. 3 other people were injured but refused on-scene medical care. The highway southbound is expect to be closed for at least two hours for the crash investigation.
AG Wants Communication Shutoffs Suspended
#Hartford, CT-- Attorney General William Tong today joined a bipartisan group of 25 attorneys general led by North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein and Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery urging the telecommunications industry to make further commitments to protect consumers who are struggling financially as a result of COVID-19 and in calling upon the FCC for support. "As much of our lives, from work to family dinners, move online, it is vital to our economy and well-being that we stay connected," Attorney General Tong said. "Connecticut and her sister states commend the FCC and these companies' for suspending of shutoffs for 60 days but we all know that the economic ramifications will last well beyond that. That's why I and 24 other…
Commissioner Warns Insurers
Insurance Department Commissioner Andrew N. Mais warned all life insurers doing business in Connecticut to refrain from asking applicants about exposure to the novel coronavirus. “The state of emergency has already placed undue hardship on families and businesses during this pandemic. Families need the security that life insurance brings and any new barriers to coverage must be avoided,” said Commissioner Mais. “Some carriers may want to know if people applying for coverage have self-isolated due to symptoms, or been tested for the disease or diagnosed with it. That won’t be allowed in Connecticut.” In a Department Notice , the Connecticut Insurance Department issued guidance to all insurance companies offering Life Insurance coverage in Connecticut are advised that any life insurance application form filed for review…
Himes Wants Paycheck Protection Relenished
Bridgeport, CT – Congressman Himes released the following statement on the ongoing negotiations to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program and provide additional support to American families, workers, and small businesses: As the House and Senate approach a deal that will refill the funds for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), tensions are running high. While our nation struggles with the largest crisis in modern history, it’s easy to use the negotiations over PPP to attack whichever party or person or position we don’t share. This mindset is counterproductive and leads us to believe the worst of each other. In all situations, I strive to treat everyone, whether I agree with them or not, as though they are coming from a place…
Bridgeport News: Stabbing On The East Side
2020-04-21@4:11pm--#Bridgeport CT-- One person was injured after being stabbed in the 500 block of Brooks Street. Police are investigating. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption]
Easton News: House Fire
2002-04-21@2:40pmm--#Easton CT-- Firefighters quickly extinguish an attic fire on Pheasant Lane. There were no reported injuries, the fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. This news report is made possible by:
Norwalk News: Worker Injured In Construction Accident
2020-04-21#Norwalk CT-- A construction truck rolled into a large hole at 200-250 Glover Avenue throwing the driver into a hole with serious injuries according to radio reports.