Bridgeport, Conn. (June 16, 2015) – Mayor Bill Finch, Bridgeport Superintendent of Schools Fran Rabinowitz, and the United Way launched a universal pre-K initiative today aimed at ensuring every kid in Bridgeport is prepared to enter kindergarten. “I have four boys who all went through pre-K,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “Seeing is believing. You see your child growing and flourishing in ways that would never happen if they weren’t in pre-school. That’s why we’re committed to making sure every kid in Bridgeport has access to quality early childhood education.” “We all know what the research tells us: If kids aren’t reading at the level they should be by third grade, they’re less likely to graduate. That is why…
Bridgeport News: Feelings……
5:28pm--#Bridgeport CT--A West Side woman called police for a person stalking her. She doesn't see him but feels him......... Una mujer llamó a la policía de West Side para una persona acosarla. Ella no lo ve, pero él siente ......... Uma mulher no West Side chamou a polícia porque uma pessoa esta perseguindo. Ela não pode vê-lo, mas pode senti-lo .........
Bridgeport News: Attempted Insurance Scam
2:44pm--#Bridgeport An elderly Scofield Avenue resident called police that two white males, possibly Russian knocked on her door and said the had to do an insurance assessment for her insurance company. She refused to let them in and called her insurance company who said they did not order the assessment. The woman said the men left in a white van with two ladders on the top. This report sponsored by: Un anciano residente Scofield Avenida llamó a la policía que dos hombres blancos, posiblemente Rusia llamó a su puerta y dijo que el tenía que ver una evaluación de seguro por su compañía de seguros. Ella se negó a dejarlos entrar y llamó a su compañía de seguros que…
DoingItLocal told you this story as it was happening! #Bridgeport, Conn. (June 15, 2015) – Police seized two firearms, including an assault weapon, early Sunday and arrested two suspects after a community member reported a suspicious vehicle on Palm Street. “With the assistance of the community, we took two guns off the street and, based on statements from one of the suspects, prevented an armed robbery,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr. “It was outstanding work by officers in cooperation with a resident, who saw something suspicious and reported it.” Police recovered a loaded AK-47-style assault rifle and a loaded Taurus revolver. At 1:00 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to Palm Street on a report of a suspicious…
Bridgeport, Conn. (June 14, 2015) –Mayor Bill Finch is calling on Bridgeport businesses to help finance his gun buy back program. Mayor Finch says that the gun buyback program is critical in its effort to crack down on illegal guns – especially in light of Thursday’s tragic shooting. “This is not just a Bridgeport problem. This a national problem, and hard-working people in cities across the country are being victimized by weak and ineffective federal gun laws,” said Mayor Bill Finch. The goal of the program is to raise $100,000 to help take 1,000 guns off of the streets. Mayor Finch, stated that the city will start the fund with $25,000 and are calling on the business community for an additional $75,000.…
Bridgeport News: 8/25 Crash @ Split
1:11pm--#cttraffic--#Bridgeport CT-- Even though the crash at the Route8/25 southbound split is moved off to the side it is still causing a significant backup of traffic.
Bridgeport News: Entrapment In Crash
10:57am--#Bridgeport CT-- Two SUV's involved in a heavy crash in front of 333 State Street (near Lafayette Boulevard) requiring firefighters to get people out of one of the vehicles. EMS reporting four people injured. Thank you Nima for sponsoring this report. If you are looking to buy a home he is available TODAY! :
Bridgeport News: Man With Gun Looking Into Cars
10:34pm--#Bridgeport CT--Reports of a tall bald black male with a black jacket looking into car windows on Boston Avenue near Summerfield Avenue. When the caller approached the suspect displayed a firearm according to radio reports. This report sponsored by:
Bridgeport Police Need Your Help
Bridgeport Police looking for assistance related to a shooting that occurred in Greene Homes housing complex on June 8. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective A.J. Calvao at 203- 581-5240.
Bridgeport News: Child Hit By Car
5:22pm--#Bridgeport CT--A 10 year old boy has been hit by a car on 284 Lafayette Boulevard. Police on scene EMS on the way. This report sponsored by: