Keep The Shiny Side Up!
East Main Street in the 2000 block of East Main Street was closed for this rollover accident with injuries. 2025-08-30@2:40pm--#Bridgeport CT
Car Hits Building
First responders found no driver or occupants in the car that hit a multi-family in the 400 block of Pequonnick Street. The building received significant structural damage and the building inspector has been called to the scene. 2025-08-30@1:46pm #Bridgeport CT
Structure Fire
Bridgeport firefighters responded to a basement fire on John Street Thursday afternoon. Everyone made it out safely, and the fire marshal has been called to investigate the cause.2025-08-28@3:40pm — #Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Fire At Bridgeport Energy
https://youtube.com/shorts/p5nCa98s5k8 Report of a fire at Bridgeport Energy in Bridgeport. Initial reports was a fire inside of the building that is slated for demolition. Firefighters knocked down the fire quickly and there are no further updates at this time.
Attempted Car Break ins on Horace Street Reminder to keep your doors locked!
https://youtube.com/shorts/0L35i_BIvAQ Last night on Horace Street in Bridgeport a concerned member of the community sent us this video of several individuals attempting to break into cars on the street. This is a reminder to keep your doors locked and always make sure to not leave any valuables in your car!
New Bassick High School Opens on UB Campus
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8P0YRvnp-4k The new Bassick High School has officially opened on the University of Bridgeport campus, marking one of the city’s largest recent investments in education and the community. The $129 million, four-story building replaces the nearly century-old West End facility and will serve 1,250 students. The 205,000-square-foot school features state-of-the-art classrooms, a gymnasium, weight room, art studio, cafeteria, and specialized spaces for programs such as aeronautics, automotive, engineering, and manufacturing. Students now also have access to an on-site athletic field and locker rooms, eliminating the need to travel to Went Field for practices and games. Grades are divided by floor, with juniors and seniors on the third and freshmen and sophomores on the fourth. Bridgeport Military Academy seniors will share…
Rollover Crash!
Report of a rollover crash around the 1000 block of Nobel Ave in Bridgeport. We’re 100% independent, free to access, and driven by community—not corporations. Help us keep it that way by subscribing on Facebook, Patreon or give us a tip at ko-fi! patreon.com/doingitlocal ko-fi.com/doingitlocal https://youtube.com/shorts/ea0py_-2epQ?feature=share
Another “Uber on Water” Rescue at Seaside Park
Bridgeport firefighters once again had their fireboats playing Uber at Seaside Park —this time rescuing three people stuck on the rocks. If it feels familiar, that’s because there was another rescue there just last week. 2025-08-21@8:08pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Bridgeport Students to See Bus Service Restored Under Negotiated Agreement
Bridgeport, CT – Bus service for Bridgeport Public Schools (BPS) students will be restored this fall following a negotiated transportation agreement led by the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE). The CSDE’s embedded Technical Assistance Team worked with the district’s transportation company to restructure the previous contract to reduce costs while maintaining services. The CSDE and City of Bridgeport are working diligently on this effort, which restores and streamlines routes that had been cut due to budget reductions, ensuring students once again have safe and reliable transportation for the school year. “Through the hard work of our Technical Assistance Team, we were able to help secure a more cost-effective agreement that reduces student walking distances and restores safe, reliable bus service for…
State of Connecticut Secures Amphitheater Venue at No Cost to Bridgeport Public Schools for 2025 Convocation
Bridgeport, CT – The 2025 Bridgeport Public Schools Convocation will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) and the City of Bridgeport have partnered to secure the venue at no cost to the district. Hosting Convocation at such a premier venue is an incredible opportunity for our district. We are truly grateful for the amphitheater’s generosity and ongoing community support, and we look forward to celebrating the start of the school year in a space that reflects the energy, pride, and unity of our school community. “I’m truly grateful to our partners for coming together to make this event possible at no cost to the district. It’s a…