Water Main Break Causes Sink Hole
A water main break reported at Abrams Street in Stratford. The caller said it was creating a sink hole so she put lawn chairs around it so no one drives through. 2026-02-20@8:33pm--
Water Main Break Triggers Multiple Fire Alarms
A water main break at Imperial and Baker is believed to have activated about a dozen water-flow alarms in the area around 6:45pm. Firefighters checked each location and confirmed they were false alarms caused by the pressure change.
Bridgeport Now Hiring 911 Dispatchers
https://youtu.be/_k_PkEftjKs The City of Bridgeport is currently accepting applications for Public Safety Telecommunicators — the 911 dispatchers who answer emergency calls and coordinate police, fire and EMS response throughout the city. Working inside the Emergency Communications Center, telecommunicators handle both emergency and non-emergency calls, gather critical information from callers, dispatch first responders, and stay in constant radio contact with units in the field. The position is considered a vital part of public safety and often serves as the first point of contact during emergencies. Pay & Benefits The position offers a starting salary of approximately $46,000+ annually, along with a full municipal benefits package, including: Medical and dental insurance Paid vacation, holidays and sick time Shift differential for nights and…
ARRESTS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH ARMED ROBBERY AND HOME INVASION
FAIRFIELD, CT – Multiple individuals have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and home invasion that occurred in the early morning hours of February 19, 2026, in the area of Candlewood Road in Fairfield. The following individuals were charged in connection with this incident. Each was charged with Home Invasion, Robbery in the First Degree with a Deadly Weapon, five (5) counts of Unlawful Restraint, and two (2) counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. They were each held on a $3,000,000 bond and were transported to Bridgeport Superior Court this morning: Kaleem Uthmaan (DOB 9/26/2000) of Hamden, CTNaszar Hobby (DOB 2/4/2005) of New Haven, CTJuan Felix (DOB 10/20/2000) of Monroe, CT On Thursday, February 19, 2026,…
Disabled Train In Seymour
A disabled train in Seymour carrying approximately 30 passengers is now being assisted after a rescue train was dispatched to the scene. Delays are expected while passengers are transferred and service is restored. 2026-02-20@1:29pm--
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's car fire is being hosted by Bridgeport at Freeman and Stratford Avenue. Firefighters quickly took care of it. 2026-02-19@5:05pm-- #Bridgeport CT
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUBMITS TESTIMONY SUPPORTING LEGISLATION COMBATTING YOUTH SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today submitted testimony in support of legislation he proposed with Governor Ned Lamont to combat youth social media addiction, including by prohibiting social media companies from exposing minors to harmful and addictive algorithms and notifications without parental consent. “Young people spend hours each day glued to social media, with dire consequences for their learning, relationships, and mental health. These platforms are addictive by design, with constant, attention-grabbing alerts and algorithms designed to override self-control, to maximize the platform’s profit at the expense of children’s and teens’ well-being. We must prioritize the health and development of our youth by enabling parental supervision, rather than setting young people up to fall victim to addictive and destructive social…
Armed Robbery Causes School Shutdown
https://youtube.com/shorts/CrqMSvXZOZY Fairfield, CT — Fairfield Police have taken all suspects into custody following an early morning armed robbery and home invasion investigation that prompted a large police response and temporary shelter-in-place order in the Candlewood Road area. Officers responded just before 2:30 AM on Thursday, February 19, 2026 to reports of an armed robbery and possible home invasion. Police quickly secured the victims and initially detained one suspect, while another person of interest was later located in Hamden. Investigators then worked to locate two additional suspects believed to still be in the immediate area, leading to a significant police presence around Candlewood Road and Black Rock Turnpike and instructions for nearby residents to shelter in place and avoid the area.…
Food Truck Fire
Report of a food truck fire at Park Avenue and Eckhart Street in Fairfield. Firefighters were alerted to it by a passerby that saw smoke, and they forced entry and extinguished the fire.
Intersection Crash
https://youtube.com/shorts/eAH_sHCtlhI Report of a 2 car crash at the intersection of Park Ave and State Street in Bridgeport. One person was transported with significant injuries.