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Shootout On The West Side

Jun 19, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

2024-09-19@9:18am--#Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport Emergency Communications received a call of an assault with a firearm in the 1100 block of Iranistan Ave. Reports of multiple persons shooting at each other, 1 victim shot. Several parties have been detained and are being interviewed and evidence is being collected at the scene. 3 different police agencies reporting this as a homicide Bridgeport Police are saying the victim is in critical condition. This is an active investigation. Special thanks to Chief Porter for taking the time to talk to us. https://youtu.be/bJfnIiVq4pk

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Drowning UPDATE

Jun 18, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

On Saturday evening, June 15th, at approximately 8PM, Bridgeport Police, Bridgeport Fire, and Emergency Medical Services responded to a residence on Orland Street, of a report of a 3-year-old child found unresponsive in a small 3-foot children's pool. Upon arrival, first responders immediately began CPR and other life-saving measures on the child. The child was rushed to Bridgeport Hospital and later pronounced dead. The Detective Bureau responded and took charge of the investigation. Currently, it appears to be an accidental drowning. https://youtu.be/yEjR_f6MzNg

Entertainment Fairfield

International Make Music Day to Take Place on Friday, June 21

Jun 18, 2024 Alex

Fairfield, CT - Make Music Day 2024 returns to Fairfield on Friday, June 21 from 8AM - 10PM (EDT). Make Music Fairfield is music performed by anyone, enjoyed by everyone! This is the largest Make Music Fairfield yet! This year, there will be over 70+ performers, 30 venues, and 110+ performances over the course of the 14-hour day. Let’s ring in the summer solstice together, as a community, while enjoying amazing music! Make Music Day is the free, outdoor music festival celebrated worldwide on the Summer Solstice each year. This year, the solstice falls on Friday, June 21. Created in Paris, France in 1982 (Fête de la Musique), this is the 42nd anniversary of Make Music Day. This worldwide festival…

Bridgeport

Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol from 12:00 PM June 18, 2024 Until 12:00 PM June 23, 2024

Jun 17, 2024 Alex

Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. Cooling Centers: Senior Centers (Open weekdays only) Black Rock Senior Center – 2676 Fairfield Avenue, (8:00am- 3:00pm) East Side Senior Center – 268 Putnam Street (8:00am- 3:00pm) Eisenhower Senior Center – 307 Golden Hill Street, (8:00am-3:00pm) North End Bethany Senior…

Norwalk

Norwalk News: Arrest Made in Residential Burglary Case

Jun 17, 2024 Alex

On June 15, 2024, at 4:36 AM Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a call for a residential burglary. The caller reported she woke-up and found a male standing in her residence. The male attempted to take the caller’s phone as she tried to call 911 and then fled the scene prior to patrol officers’ arrival. The Detective Bureau assumed the investigation. Detectives processed the scene and reviewed video surveillance. As a result of their investigation, detectives were able to identify Jose Gomez-Gonzalez as the male who entered the residence. Norwalk Detectives arrested Jose Gomez-Gonzalez that same morning without incident. Gomez-Gonzalez is charged with Burglary in the first degree, and interfering with an emergency call and disorderly conduct. Bond is set at…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Power Problems in the City

Jun 17, 2024 Alex

Several Transformers have had issues, at the 1200 block of Howard Ave and the 600 block of Beechwood Ave. First responders are reporting that those around that area of Howard Ave are without power at this time. No report on whether Beechwood residents are affected.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Two Car Crashes

Jun 17, 2024 Alex

Report of a 2 car motor vehicle accident in front of the McDonalds at 250 North Ave. First responders are on scene and are investigating the crash at this time.Report of another 2 car motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Barnum Ave and Seaview Ave.

State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES CONNECTICUT’S EXTREME HOT WEATHER PROTOCOL FOR THE COMING WEEK

Jun 17, 2024 Alex

Cooling Centers Are Opening and Can be Located by Calling 2-1-1 or Visiting 211ct.org (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut is about to experience very hot and humid temperatures over the coming days, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, and remaining in effect through 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2024. The current forecast is indicating that temperatures over this period will rise into the 90s and higher. This is the first time this year that the protocol is being activated. The purpose of this protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection…