Bridgeport News: Crash!
2024-06-07@11:56pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A two car crash at Hallett and Barnum Avenue. No word on injuries.
Pedestrian Struck
2024-06-06@9:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A pedestrian was struck at the intersection of Madison and North Avenue. There are no further details.
Bridgeport News: Highway Crash!
Report of a 2 car motor vehicle accident on I-95 near Exit 27 Southbound.
Bridgeport News: Crash!
2024-06-06@12:17pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A viewer sent in this picture of a crash at Fairfield Avenue and Howard Avenue. They said the "Nissan was allegedly hit by a minivan and swerved into the black parked car. A baby was taken by ambulance bleeding from her mouth."
Bridgeport News: Bus Fire extended to building
Bridgeport Fire Department responded to a school bus fire at Jones Avenue and Oak Street. Everyone was off the bus when units responded. Additional crews were requested due to exposure issues. The fire was declared under control in 30 minutes and is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office. The building next to the bus was also affected, and is also out at this time. https://youtu.be/gz0atX2GPOk
Bridgeport News: Bedroom Fire
2024-06-03@1:39pm--#Bridgeport CT--The Red Cross is assisting the needs of a family in the 600 block of Brooks Street after a bedroom fire. Firefighters kept the fire to the bedroom.
Bridgeport News: Child Hit By Car
2024-06-01@2:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a child being hit by a car in the 2500 block of East Main near Noble Avenue. There are no further details
Bridgeport News: Multiple Crashes
2024-05-31@4:14pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport ECC received calls of two separate incidents of pedestrians struck At the corner of East Ave/ Barnum Ave, MVA Pedestrian has been struck. No further at this time. 500 Block of State Street MVA/Pedestrian has been struck with injuries. No further at this time.
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2024-05-30@9:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's vehicle fire was in the 3100 block of East Main Street. The fire was in the engine compartment.
New Law To Protect Students On School Buses
State Senator Gaston discussed the alarming disregard for school bus safety, highlighting near-miss incidents where students were almost struck by cars ignoring bus stop signs. They worked with Bus Patrol to address this issue and successfully advocated for legislation. This bill, supported unanimously by the Public Safety Committee, ensures all ticket proceeds from bus-related violations stay within local communities to enhance public safety. Gaston emphasizes that protecting student safety transcends political affiliations, aiming to ensure safer environments for children across Connecticut. https://youtu.be/UyPUHtk6HhE