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BLUMENTHAL DEMANDS NHTSA INVESTIGATE REPORTS OF DEFECTIVE GM SAFETY SYSTEMS

WASHINGTON, DC] – Following alarming reports of defective steering sensors and malfunctioning control systems in several General Motors (GM) vehicle models, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) called on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to immediately investigate these safety features and, if necessary, issue public warnings. According to a Reuters investigation, GM’s steering sensors and electronic stability control (ESC) systems responsible for adjusting brakes and engine power to help drivers avoid losing control, rolling over, or crashing have had an unusually high number of warranty claims and complaints, and have been linked to at least one fatal accident potentially connected to the malfunctions. GM has reportedly known about these issues for a decade and NHTSA has failed to investigate these…

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I-95 Crash

2021-03-23@12:22am--#Bridgeport CT-- #Fairfield CT--#cttraffic--- Watch out for the one car spin-out on I-95 northbound between exits 24 and 25. No word on any injuries.

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NEED FOR MORE FEDERAL ACTION TO HELP INTERNET ACCESS

WASHINGTON, DC] – At a hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) emphasized the need for more federal action to expand affordable, reliable internet access to all Americans. Blumenthal praised Connecticut’s goal to ensure every home is connected to broadband in six years and questioned witnesses about necessary federal actions to help meet this goal. “In Connecticut, our governor has set an ambitious but necessary goal of connecting every home to broadband in less than six years. I say necessary, because this pandemic has shown broadband is an essential need, not a luxury, not a convenience. We need to take broadband as seriously as we do access to electricity or water or…

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Fairfield News: Gun/Drug Charges

#Fairfield CT-- In July of 2020, the Fairfield Police Quality of Life Unit obtained information that Kevin Chesney (DOB:  03/08/1986) of Kings Highway East, Fairfield, was involved in narcotics sales within the Town of Fairfield. Quality of Life Unit detectives conducted a several month investigation into Chesney consisting of search warrants, undercover operations, and surveilled drug purchases. The investigation revealed Chesney was actively selling cocaine in Fairfield. Quality of Life Unit detectives obtained a Bridgeport Superior Court Arrest Warrant for Chesney charging him with Possession of Narcotics WITS (With Intent To Sell) and Possession of Narcotics. In addition to the arrest warrant, detectives obtained Search Warrants for Chesney’s Kings Highway East apartment and vehicle. In the early morning hours of…

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Connecticut Auto Retailers Oppose “Tesla” Bill

#Bridgeport CT-- Today, The Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association (CAR) along with BMW of Bridgeport and Park City Ford held a press conference to oppose Connecticut Legislation SB 127 also known as the Tesla bill which was co-sponsored by Bridgeport’s own State Representative Christopher Rosario. In essence, the Tesla bill will allow unfair competition by allowing Tesla to operate online in the state without any brick and mortar dealership in the state. General Manager and Executive Vice-President Tim Kraemer of BMW of Bridgeport said “this is important because they (consumers) don’t have the same protections of state and local laws that are in place here in Connecticut to make sure you have the proper rules and regulations on financing, warranty and…

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Bridgeport News: Gasoline Spill

2021-03-22@12 :22pm--#Bridgeport CT--Units responded to a gasoline spill located at the gas station at the five corners at1210 Madison Avenue at 11:00AM. Approximately 20 gallons spilled into the storm drain located on Madison Ave. An environmental cleanup company, along with DEEP responded  to remove the hazard and protect the waterways.  

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HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Attorney General William Tong are warning Connecticut residents to be on alert for potential scams related to COVID-19 vaccines. The Office of the Attorney General and the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection have recently learned of a new scam in which fraudsters, posing as COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers Moderna and Pfizer, sent consumers a “COVID-19 survey” offering rewards for their opinions about the vaccine. To obtain the so-called reward, consumers are required to provide their credit card information, supposedly for “shipping purposes.” State officials are warning residents not to be fooled – this is a scam that is designed to rip people off for money. In another scheme, fraudsters sent a letter impersonating the…

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I-95 Crash

2021-03-22@12:12pm--#Southport #Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash involving multiple cars and a tractor trailer I-95 northbound near exit 19. Minor injuries are reported.

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Fairfield News: Hot Plants

2021-03-21@10:37pm--#Fairfield CT-- Firefighters were called for smoke in a home on Bibbins Avenue. Firefighters discovered it was a potted plant (post your own puns) which was then brought out of the house.

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I-95 Crash

2021-03-21@8:55pm--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash involving a car and motorcycle on I-95 southbound near the rest area at exit 41. Prayers for the family as it sounds like a fatal crash. This news report is made possible by:

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