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LEGISLATION TO BAN PRIVATE OWNERSHIP OF BIG CATS

WASHINGTON, D.C] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Tom Carper (D-DE), and Richard Burr (R-NC) are introducing the Big Cat Public Safety Act today to protect public safety and improve animal welfare. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation prohibits the ownership of big cats like lions and tigers, and makes it illegal for exhibitors to allow public contact with cubs. “This bipartisan measure would help stop exploitation of big cats like tigers and lions, and reduce safety risks,” said Blumenthal. “My Big Cat Public Safety Act would prohibit private ownership of these beautiful but powerful predators, which deserve to live in the wild. They should never be pets, even as cubs, kept in captivity dangerously for entertainment. I’m thankful for the groundswell…

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Bridgeport News: Crash With Injuries

2021-04-19@2:49pm---#Bridgeport CT-- Two ambulances were dispatched to this two car crash at Colorado and Fairfield Avenue.

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TRUMBULL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT SIGNS WITH POLICE OFFICER On Thursday, March 25, 2021 a Booth Hill School student was met by a Trumbull Policeofficer to communicate and learn about the police, become informed of reasons whyofficers visit schools, and also to explain various other services the police provide to thecommunity, however, this was no ordinary interaction. Booth Hill School elementary student, Teesa Arden, met with Officer Derek Laaser, whois also fluent in sign language, where they shared a very special connection with eachother and communicated via sign. The teachers told Teesa that they had a surprise for her, so they brought into theschool’s hallway where Officer Laaser was awaiting her arrival. Teesa then met withOfficer Laaser who began communicating with…

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Bridgeport News: Assault With A Weapon

2021-04-19@12:00am--#Bridgeport CT-- Police and EMS are on scene in the 1100 block of Iranistan Avenue where a man was assaulted with a weapon. Unknown the weapon or injuries.

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I-95 Crash Part II

2021-04-18@9:11pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic-- Another crash I-95 northbound right before the service area in the middle lane.

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I-95 Crash

2021-04-18@9:00pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on I-95 northbound just past exit 23 North Benson Road area involving a car and tractor trailer. Expect delays. No word on any injuries.

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Bridgeport News: Crash With Extrication

2021-04-17@6:29pm--#Bridgeport CT-- One person was extricated in a two car crash at Wells and Capital Avenue. This news report is made possible by:

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Milford News: 2 Alarm Fire

2021-04-17@5:23pm--#Milford CT-- #ctfire-- Firefighters on scene of a two alarm fire in the 300 block of Foxwood Lane. Heavy fire was reported. No reports of any injuries. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause. This news report is made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Woman Stabbed

2021-04-17@4:58pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A woman was stabbed in the 300 block of Maplewood Avenue. Police/detectives are investigating. The woman was transported to the hospital.

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Let’s Do It Peleton!

WASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Chair of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Data Security, released the following statement after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning about the hazards posed by the popular Peloton Tread+ treadmill: “Peloton must immediately cooperate with the CPSC to recall its dangerous and deadly treadmill. Amid dozens of incidents of hurt kids and pets – with broken limbs, brain injuries, and death after being pulled underneath the machine – it’s clear that the Peloton Tread+ must be recalled. The company’s attempts to dismiss reports of injury as consumer misuse are irresponsible and inexcusable, as multiple incidents happened with adults using the treadmill according to…

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