Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT TEEN CHARGED AS ADULT IN CATHERINE STREET MURDER

BRIDGEPORT, CT – A Bridgeport teen arrested last week in connection with the July murder of a man on Catherine Street was arraigned Tuesday in Bridgeport Superior Court. Jabez Holley, 17, was formally charged as an adult with Murder and Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit. His bond was set at $1.5 million. Holley is accused of shooting and killing 18-year-old Leon Richardson at approximately 6:45 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026. Police said Richardson was sitting in a car he had just parked on Catherine Street, between Washington Avenue and Harral Avenue, when he was struck multiple times by gunfire. He died at the scene. Richardson was from the North End of Bridgeport and was a former basketball standout…

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BRIDGEPORT TO HOST COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ON EXTREME HEAT AND AIR QUALITY

BRIDGEPORT, CT – The City of Bridgeport Department of Health & Social Services will host a free Community Conversation on Extreme Heat and Air Quality on Wednesday, August 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Newfield Branch Library, 755 Central Avenue. The event will focus on how extreme heat and poor air quality can affect the health and well-being of Bridgeport residents. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the connection between climate, air quality, and public health, as well as ways to stay safe and protect their families during periods of extreme heat. Residents will also be able to ask questions, share their experiences, and take part in a broader discussion about environmental challenges affecting Bridgeport…

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BRIDGEPORT POLICE MAKE ARREST FOLLOWING 30-DAY NARCOTICS AND FIREARMS INVESTIGATION

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Following an approximately 30-day investigation into narcotics and firearms activity in Bridgeport’s East End, the Bridgeport Police Task Force identified Jamin McKoy of Bridgeport and Dayne Johnson of Bridgeport as targets of the investigation. Lead investigators Detective Carlos Vazquez and Detective Freddy Neal developed information and evidence during the investigation and subsequently obtained court-authorized Search and Seizure Warrants for McKoy, Johnson, and their associated residences. On August 5, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force, with assistance from the Trumbull Police Department and the FBI, executed the search warrants. The investigation and execution of the warrants resulted in the seizure of approximately 60 grams of suspected crack cocaine, along with a significant cache of firearms, ammunition, and related…

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Knife Attack

Bridgeport police and fire responded to the 520 block of Railroad Avenue to report of an assault. Upon arrival, two individuals had been in an altercation and one of them was cut on the chest with a blade. The individuals were separated, and the individual with the cut is being assisted by AMR. Updates will be provided once available.

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EAST SIDE FARMERS MARKET CONTINUES AT NEW WASHINGTON PARK LOCATION

BRIDGEPORT, CT – The Bridgeport Health Department is continuing its longtime East Side Farmers Market this summer at its new location in Washington Park, 511 E. Washington Avenue. For more than 18 years, the East Side Farmers Market has helped provide Bridgeport residents, particularly those on the East Side, with access to fresh, affordable fruits and vegetables and other healthy food options. The market is open every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. through October 14 and features fresh produce, community resources, health programs, educational opportunities, and other activities. This week's lineup includes a cooking demonstration with Chef Deja from Khemis Vegan Cuisine from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative will also offer SNAP Matching, while…

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Bridgeport Schools Holding Open Teacher Interviews

Bridgeport Public Schools is inviting certified teachers, aspiring educators and candidates currently working toward certification to attend open interviews at Bridgeport City Hall. The district is particularly seeking elementary, special education, math, science, art and music teachers. A limited number of interviews will also be available for paraprofessional candidates. Human Resources recruiter and retired district administrator Sharon Pivirotto said school principals will be available to meet directly with applicants and discuss opportunities within the district. Bridgeport Public Schools also offers a mentor program that pairs new teachers with experienced educators during their first years. Apply today or learn more: www.bridgeportedu.net/apply Reserve a spot for an Open Teacher Interview: https://bit.ly/4vIXQrm Open Teacher Interview Dates Location: Bridgeport City Hall, 45 Lyon Terrace,…

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