School Bus Involved Accident
A school bus was struck at Noble and Shelton Street and the striking vehicle fled the scene. There are no reported injuries and no further details. 206-02-06@3:31pm-- #Bridgeport CT
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG RELEASES UPDATED REPORT ON CONNECTICUT DATA PRIVACY ACT, DISCLOSES ACTIVE INVESTIGATIONS RELATED TO SAFETY OF CHILDREN AND TEENS ONLINE
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today released a new report under the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), detailing the Office’s actions in 2025 to enforce compliance with Connecticut’s data privacy law. The report discloses for the first time multiple active and ongoing investigations related to the safety of children and teens online across numerous platforms, including online messaging, gaming and chat bots. The CTDPA, which took effect in July 2023, grants important data rights to Connecticut residents and solidifies critical privacy requirements for covered businesses. This is the Office’s third annual CTDPA report, and the first to reflect enforcement of the law’s expanded minors’ privacy protections that took effect October 1, 2024. This report provides updates on (1) the Office’s broader privacy…
Garage Fire
Firefighters responded to a garage fire on Eastwood Road in Norwalk involving an attached garage connected to the home. No injuries were reported, and the Red Cross is assisting the family with immediate needs. 2026-02-06@9:31am--
Brush Fire Behind Marshall’s
Large brush fire reported behind Marshall's on the Post road in Milford. Firefighters are on scene, and it's possibly a homeless encampment.
Post Road Crash
Fairfield first responders are at a two car crash on the Post Road near Sassco Hill Road. One car hit a utility pole. No word on injuries.
GOVERNOR LAMONT SIGNS DECLARATION ENABLING CONNECTICUT TO CONTINUE RESPONDING TO FEDERAL CUTS ON ESSENTIAL SERVICES
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed a declaration that will enable the Connecticut General Assembly to adopt legislation allowing the recently created Emergency State Response Reserve to continue functioning through the end of the 2027 fiscal year. Established in November 2025, this reserve was created by Governor Lamont in collaboration with the General Assembly to quickly respond to millions of dollars in ongoing cuts toward essential services that are being made by President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans. This includes through the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act and other federal legislation and federal administrative actions. The approved legislation authorizing the reserve’s establishment, Special Act 25-1, appropriated $500 million in state surplus funding for this purpose and…
Truck Tangled In Power Lines
Report of a truck tangled up in power lines at Housatonic Ave and Congress Street in Bridgeport.
GOVERNOR LAMONT’S 2026 STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS
Connecticut State Capitol, Hall of the House of Representatives February 4, 2026 Ned Lamont used his 2026 State of the State address at the Connecticut State Capitol to highlight Connecticut’s fiscal stability, economic growth, and efforts to shield residents from federal funding cuts while keeping the state budget balanced. He emphasized that Connecticut has passed seven consecutive on-time, balanced budgets, built a $4 billion rainy day fund, reduced pension debt by more than $10 billion, and maintained a strong economy with rising business growth and low unemployment. Lamont asked lawmakers to extend the state’s emergency reserve fund to backfill potential federal reductions and proposed a roughly $400 energy rebate for families to offset high heating costs. The governor outlined priorities…
MAYOR GANIM AND THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS EXTEND COLD WEATHER PROTOCOL TO 12:00 PM TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026
BRIDGEPORT, CT – Mayor Ganim and the Office of Emergency Management advise all residents to be cautious until noon Tuesday, February 10, 2026, due to the extension of the Cold Weather Protocol. A period of intense cold will impact the Bridgeport area, with very low wind chill values forecast near zero. In anticipation of freezing temperatures, residents must take caution and make necessary preparations. Residents should also be prepared for potential snow this weekend, as weather conditions will be closely monitored. Extra travel time is encouraged, especially during morning commutes when roads may be slippery. Residents may use the checklist below as a guide to safety during cold weather: • Check heating devices• Do not use a stove or oven…
Stratford Library – Children’s Programs (February 2026)
Winter StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. (Note there is no storytime on Mon Feb 16th.) On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0–2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3–5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0–18 months (registration is recommended for Thursdays). Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1–5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ GoThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering Alphabet Parade grab ‘n’ go craft kits starting Friday, February 6 (Letter “R”) and Friday, February 20 (Letter “S”)…