Another Pedestrian Struck
A man in his 50's was struck and injured by a car in the 500 block of Clinton Avenue. Clinton Avenue between Fairfield and Elmwood Avenue will be closed for the accident investigation. 2025-12-01@4:52pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Mother Child Hit By Car
A mother and child were hit by a car at Stoehrs Place at Main Street. Both were transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. The driver stopped and is cooperating. 2025-12-01@2:58pm #Bridgeport CT
A Noble Rollover
One man was taken into custody after his vehicle hit a parked car and rolled over in the 1600 block of Noble Avenue. The northbound side is currently closed for the accident investigation. 2025-11-28@ 8:25pm #Bridgeport CT
8/25 Crash
A two-car crash was reported on Route 8/25 southbound near exit 1 B with injuries, expect delays. 2025-11-28@12:28pm-- #Bridgeport CT #cttraffic
Home for the Brave Celebrates Major Expansion With Ribbon Cutting in Bridgeport
https://youtu.be/07Im1luDbug A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this week at Home for the Brave in Bridgeport, celebrating the completion of a major multi-million-dollar renovation aimed at expanding veteran housing and services. The approximately $3.7 million project added 11 new private veteran suites, a new elevator for full ADA accessibility, updated medical and counseling rooms, and a new outdoor courtyard and gathering space designed for therapeutic use and community events. Local and state officials joined staff, supporters, and veterans for the ceremony, praising the nonprofit’s continued commitment to helping formerly homeless veterans transition into stable, independent lives. The expansion allows Home for the Brave to serve more veterans at a time when housing insecurity remains a critical issue across Greater Bridgeport.
I-95 Crash!
Report of a spun out tractor trailer by exit 27 Southbound on I-95 taking up the left and center lanes.
Bridgeport Public Schools Reports Lowest Chronic Absenteeism Rate in Five Years
Bridgeport Public Schools announced significant progress in reducing chronic absenteeism, reaching the lowest rate in five years. According to the latest data shared with the district by the Connecticut State Department of Education, Bridgeport Public Schools has reduced its chronic absenteeism rate to 22.6 percent as of October 2025, a major improvement from 32.0 percent in October 2024 and below pre-pandemic levels. Five Year Comparison of October Chronic Absenteeism2025 - 22.6 percent2024 - 32.0 percent2023 - 28.0 percent2022 - 29.9 percent2021 - 30.6 percent2020 - 31.1 percent Early internal indicators for November show continued progress, with the district estimating 23 percent, compared to historical November rates that typically range from 27 percent to 32 percent. “These numbers show us something…
Route 8 Crash!
Report of a multi car crash Route 8 North by exit 2. First responders are still on the way, and it seems that the crash is over on the side at this time.
Crash With Injuries
A crash with injuries at Pembroke and Barnum Avenue. 2025-11-21@4:08pm #Bridgeport CT
Man Charged After Stabbing at Wood Park
Bridgeport Police arrested Evens Dorvelus, 46, on Friday night after a stabbing at Wood Park near Wood Avenue and Benham Avenue shortly before 9 p.m. Officers located Dorvelus minutes later walking on Laurel Avenue with a blood-covered knife in his possession, and he was taken into custody. The 37-year-old victim was transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a neck wound and is expected to survive. The motive remains unclear, though witnesses reported the victim may have been trying to diffuse a dispute between Dorvelus and another man. Dorvelus was charged with Assault in the First Degree and Breach of Peace in the Second Degree, and was held on $100,000 bond.