Bridgeport News: Downed wires cause Power Outage
Down wires are being reported in the Grovers Ave. area. Approximately 405 customers without power. Estimated restoration time per UI is 8:15pm.
Police Arrest Vehicle Break-In Suspect
The Shelton Police Department has responded to approximately 25 vehicle break-ins over the past several days. A firearm was reported stolen in one of the break-ins. The incidents occurred downtown and along the Bridgeport Ave corridor. Police increased patrols and worked with detectives to investigate. During their efforts, they identified a suspect vehicle, which was reported stolen. On 03-03-25, Officer Ray Laudato was patrolling the downtown area due to these recent incidents. He located the suspect vehicle in the Cornell St parking lot. When approached, the vehicle fled at a high speed, nearly striking Officer Laudato’s police vehicle. The stolen vehicle then crashed into another car on Howe Ave, and a male suspect exited, fleeing on foot. During the chase,…
AFTER A TWO YEAR SEARCH, THE GREATER BRIDGEPORT SYMPHONY NAMES EDUARDO LEANDRO MUSIC DIRECTOR AND PRINCIPAL CONDUCTOR
LEANDRO TO LEAD SOMETHING BIG! MAY 10 AT THE KLEIN MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN BRIDGEPORT, CT AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 SEASONS GALA ANNOUNCED FOR APRIL 4 Eduardo Leandro Photo Courtesy Of GBS BRIDGEPORT, CT (March 3, 2025) - After a comprehensive search that has spanned two seasons, the Greater Bridgeport Symphony (GBS) is excited to announce the appointment of EDUARDO LEANDROas Music Director and Principal Conductor. Culled from a field of over 180 applicants, seven finalists vied for the Music Directorship in a competition that concluded in December 2024. Leandro’s grand inaugural concert Something Big! will take place on Saturday, May 10 at The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport, CT at 7:30pm. Leandro was born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, land of carnival, samba schools and rich musical culture. He attended the Sao Paulo State University, the…
Crash
Traffic is diverted in the 400 block of Commerce Drive due to a crash with possible injuries. 2025-03-03@2:35pm--#Fairfield CT
Bridgeport Police Investigate Stabbing on Brooks Street
BRIDGEPORT – Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning on Brooks Street. At approximately 1:32 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Brooks Street for a report of an assault involving a dangerous weapon. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim suffering from a non-life-threatening stab wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released further details about the suspect or circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is urged to contact Bridgeport Police.
Porky Makes Wide Turns
Bridgeport Firefighters were called for extrication at the intersection of Fairfield Avenue and Commerce Drive where a tractor-trailer allegedly attempted a right turn, hitting the car and trapping the car's driver. No word on injuries. 2025-02-21@8:21am--#Bridgeport CT
Porch Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters quickly extinguished a back porch fire on Bradley Street that extended to the garage. Everyone made it out safely from the building. Fire marshal called to investigate the cause of the fire. Alex is on his way to another structure fire on Clover Hill Avenue and will have his report shortly. 02-20@10:22am--#Bridgeport CT-- #bridgectfire
Disabled Train
Report of a disabled train in Southport on track 3. There are about 50 people onboard, the train has heat and lights. A rescue trains has been dispatched for a train-to-train transfer. 2025-02-09@12:44am--#Southport CT-- #mta
Courthouse Brawl
State police were dispatched to the courthouse at 1061 Main Street for a fight that broke out on the third floor according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-02-07@10:55am--#Bridgeport CT
7 Car Crash
A 7 car crash on I-95 southbound past exit 29 according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-02-04@4:47pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #Stratford #cttraffic