Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Hit
6:06pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A pedestrian was hit at Fairfield Avenue and Middle Street. No word on the extent of injuries. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Family’s Christmas Presents Stolen
4:40pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Raymond, a man from New York did like a lot of families in the area did - travel to Bridgeport's Bass Pro Shop to do their Christmas Shopping. But this time a real life Grinch broke into his van and took all the families Christmas presents. Raymond was teary eyed an visibly upset. A customer was with him consoling him when he had his van parked next to the store. He refused money from the customer. Raymond began telling me what was taken when Bridgeport Police arrived to take his statement. I was able to get the man's number and will try to coordinate with the other media, the city council and of course you the public…
Bridgeport News: Water Main Break
12:22pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Avoid Maplewood and Lenox Avenue where there is a water main break. Traffic cannot pass according to radio reports. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Crash!
11:21pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A report of a two car crash with injuries in front of 526 Lincoln Avenue. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Mayor Pulls The Plug On Live PD
UPDATE: Mayor Ganim felt that the show certainly had its merits and showed the true heroism and professionalism of the men and women of the Bridgeport Police Department carrying out a very challenging job in the true interest of public service. And it also showed that Bridgeport Police are an example to the nation for doing their duties with dignity and respect for the community they are sworn to protect. And the mayor was proud to have the Bridgeport police featured nationally and let the viewers into their lives for a few hours every week. However, Mayor Ganim had serious concerns that were echoed by several important voices in our community that despite its merits, the program was giving Bridgeport an…
Bridgeport News: Store Robbed At Gunpoint
7:09pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut--Police are investigating an armed robbery at 964 East Main Street. Google says 964 if the United 5 & 10 Hardware Store. This news report is made possible by:
Route 8/25 Crash
1:01pm--#cttraffic--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Traffic is at a crawl at the I-95 split on Route 8/25. An accident with injuries. All lanes blocked, traffic only getting by in the break down lane. Expect delays.
Bridgeport News: House Fire
5:30pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut--Firefighters are on scene at Carver Street for a report of a structure fire. They are reporting smoke coming from the structure on their arrival. Turns out to be a fire in the bathroom. This news report is made possible by our sponsor who will make it like it never even happened:
Bridgeport News: Demotions and Promotions
Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Joe Ganim today announced that he has made several administrative staffing changes in the leadership of Bridgeport’s City Government. The changes – listed below – are the result of a strategic planning process that began in July and continues to take place, evaluating 1) the strengths of each individual in Mayor Ganim’s administration; 2) the best use of available human resources; 3) identifying needs that could be filled by new personnel. There may be other personnel announcements in the near future as the staff reorganization takes further shape. “Now that my administration has one year in office, this is a good time to take stock of all we have accomplished and determine how best to…
Bridgeport News: Furnace Problem No Fire
1:01pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A furnace problem at 349 Harral Avenue no structure fire as first reported. The fire marshal was called in to investigate. This news report is made possible by: