Structure Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters are on the scene of a structure fire on Gem Avenue. Report of a fire in an interior wall. 2025-08-15@10:13am-- #Bridgeport CT
Two I-95 Crashes
Two crashes on I-95 one in Bridgeport near exit 27 and one in Milford near exit 32. 2025-08-14@6:40pm-- #cttraffic
Bridgeport Public Schools Expands Family Support as Funding Gap Drives Transportation Changes
Bridgeport, CT — Bridgeport Public Schools continues to navigate serious financial challenges, including an approximate $67 million budget gap last year which the district managed to close and a projected shortfall in FY26-27. To balance the budget while preserving classroom instruction and essential student services, the district made the difficult decision last spring to adjust student transportation eligibility which extended students walking distance. Effective this fall, the walking distance requirement has increased to 1.5 miles for elementary students and 2.5 miles for high school students. While this change may affect some families, it was made out of necessity to avoid deeper cuts to academic programs, staffing, and classroom resources. The district will continue working with city and state leaders to…
Downtown Bridgeport Awarded $5,000 CT Main Street Center Accelerator Grant
BRIDGEPORT, CT – AUGUST 12, 2025 – The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) was recently awarded a $5,000 CT Main Street Accelerator Grant from CT Main Street Center (CMSC). The award was made at the conclusion of the Bridgeport DSSD’s participation in CMSC’s signature downtown leadership program. During the virtual, six-month Main Street Accelerator program, the Bridgeport DSSD collaborated with Groundwork Bridgeport, the City of Bridgeport’s Office of Planning & Economic Development, and the Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council to apply the insights gained from the program to develop the concept for the Arcade Food Hall, an entrepreneurial ecosystem for food businesses housed in a beautifully restored historic structure located at the heart of the neighborhood. The Main Street Accelerator grant will…
Crash With Gas Spill
A 3-vehicle crash closed Main Street at Summit Street. There were multiple injuries and a gasoline spill. 2025-08-13@10:31am-- #Bridgeport CT
Highway Crash!
Report of a motor vehicle accident at the top of the on ramp of exit 25 on I-95 Northbound.
Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol from August 11th at 12:00PM to August 14th at 8:00pm
Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. The Director of the Bridgeport Health and Social Services Department, Dr. Elizabeth Rivera-Rodriguez, is providing tips on how to stay safe during the upcoming rise in temperatures. “We are encouraging our seniors and most vulnerable populations to take care…
8/25 Brush Fire
Report of a brush fire on Route 8/25 median near exit 1C. 2025-08-12@2:00pm -- #Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Motorbike Crash
A man was injured when his motorbike and a car collided at Norman and State Street. 2025-08-11@7:01pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Stabbing!
https://youtube.com/shorts/lxqm03bqr8g Report of a person stabbed at the 800 block of William Street in Bridgeport. Initial reports say one victim was stabbed and the stabber fled the scene. Police are currently canvasing the area. 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