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.

Bridgeport Teachers Speak Out: A Call for Action and Change

Governor Lamont Calls for Change in Bridgeport Schools Amidst Challenges of Leadership and Resources https://youtu.be/TIPUfKhOueQ On Friday, an important meeting shed light on critical issues facing our schools. The teachers’ firsthand accounts were so compelling and insightful that they demand more than a typical report. Their voices offer a unique perspective on the challenges and realities they encounter every day—perspectives that deserve to be heard. Bridgeport, CT — During a candid discussion with local educators and officials, Governor Ned Lamont emphasized the urgent need for systemic change within Bridgeport’s struggling school system. The governor, who has decades of experience addressing education issues, expressed deep concern over the district's challenges, ranging from resource shortages to leadership instability. “I think you’ve been…

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Derby Pursuit Ends In Bridgeport

Derby and State Police pursued a blue Honda Civic wanted for shoplifting and then hitting 2 police cruisers through multiple towns on Route 8, I-95 and the Merritt Parkway. Police were able to get a front tire to go flat after striking spike sticks at I-95 split on Route 8/25. The pursuit came to an end at Highland and Washington Avenue. Two were taken into custody. 2025-01-25@8:40pm--#Derby CT #bridgeport

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Governor Rooting For Buffalo

I caught up with Governor Lamont talking with Trumbull students outside the Aquaculture School and they were discussing football, so I had to ask him who he was rooting for the big game. He thought about it for a moment and said he thinks Buffalo is on the edge and overdue. They play their nemesis, the Kansas City Chiefs, on Saturday for the National Football Conference. Buffalo is the only team playing in New York. Who are you rooting for?

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Car Hit Fence and Church

First responders are investigating the cause of a crash in the 1100 block of Howard Avenue near Maplewood Avenue. The car crashed into a fence and stopped after hitting the Grace and Mercy Deliverance Outreach leaving minor damage to the exterior of the building. One fire hydrant was taken out and the driver was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2025-01-25@4:24pm--#Bridgeport CT

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