Bridgeport

Bridgeport Breaks Ground on New Marriott Hotel

https://youtu.be/b38wo8Z2oLc BRIDGEPORT — A new Marriott Hotel is set to rise along Bridgeport’s waterfront, marking another major step forward in the city’s ongoing economic revitalization. Mayor Joe Ganim praised the project at the groundbreaking ceremony, calling it “a fitting addition — only the best for Bridgeport.” He spoke about how the city’s transformation has accelerated in recent years, citing “urban revitalization, job creation, environmental improvement, and new housing,” all now joined by a state-of-the-art 140-room Marriott. “This neighborhood means everything to people like me,” Councilwoman Aidee Nieves said. “I was born and raised right here on this corner, right down the street. For lifelong East End residents like Maria, Via, and Frank, this is a dream come true — a…

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Child Struck By Car

https://youtube.com/shorts/AKkkhqcgq2s Report of a child struck by a car at the intersection of Madison Ave and Salem Street in Bridgeport. According to unconfirmed radio reports, the 11 year old was struck by the car going around 25 mph. The child was transported to the hospital. There are no other updates at this time.

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Bridgeport Man Charged in Violent Sexual Assault of Teenage Student

Bridgeport Police have arrested 28-year-old Cordero Javier Greaves of Bridgeport for violently sexually assaulting a teenage girl on her way to school this morning. Detectives from the Special Victims Unit, with help from Task Force and Patrol Officers, located and arrested Greaves at his residence around 1:00 p.m. The School Resource Unit also assisted in the investigation. The arrest took place without incident near Railroad Avenue, where the assault occurred. Greaves faces multiple charges including Sexual Assault in the First Degree, Risk of Injury to a Minor, Illegal Sexual Contact with a Person Under 16, Unlawful Restraint, and Threatening. His bond was set at $750,000. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Davon Polite at (203) 581-5249.

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MAYOR GANIM AND THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT ANNOUNCE THE BRIDGEPORT PROMISE PROGRAM

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Board of Education have announced the launch of the Bridgeport Promise Program, a transformative new scholarship initiative designed to make college more accessible for Bridgeport students. Supported by the City of Bridgeport and key higher education partners, the program will provide qualifying graduates with financial assistance to attend participating colleges and universities across Connecticut. “When you’re talking about education, you’re talking about almost every young person in the whole city.” said Mayor Ganim. “This is why the Bridgeport Promise Program is set to commit four years of funding for Bridgeport students who qualify for financial assistance for higher education. With Superintendent Dr. Avery’s leadership, we’ve been able to accomplish a significant milestone…

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Bicyclist-Car Collide

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JBixn5X3tL4 A bicyclist and a car collided at the intersection of Norman and West Taft Avenue. The bicyclist was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. The driver of the car stopped and was cooperating with police. 2025-10-11@10:33pm-- #Bridgeport CT

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