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GOVERNOR LAMONT EXTENDS SEVERE COLD WEATHER PROTOCOL THROUGH FEBRUARY 5

Jan 27, 2026 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to an updated weather forecast indicating that this stretch of brutally frigid temperatures Connecticut is experiencing will remain for at least another ten days, he is ordering the duration of the state’s currently enacted Severe Cold Weather Protocol to remain in effect until noon on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The protocol was initially enacted on Friday, January 23, 2026, and had been originally set to expire on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. However, the updated forecast now indicates that bitterly cold weather will remain even longer, with well below normal temperatures persisting into the middle of next week. Overnight temperatures over the next ten days will largely dip into the single…

Stratford

Attic Fire

Jan 26, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Firefighters responded to the 200 block of Hollywood Avenue after a passerby noticed smoke coming from a residence and called 911. Upon arrival, crews found smoke showing from the attic eaves and quickly checked the home for fire extension. Officials confirmed no one was inside the house at the time of the incident and no injuries were reported. The Fire Marshal responded to the scene and will investigate the cause of the fire. 2026-01-26@2:22pm -- #Stratford CT #ctfire #structurefire #firefighters #HollywoodAvenue

Fairfield

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Opening of HOPE & JOY Gift Shop in Fairfield

Jan 26, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/LA-o0bFoS38 FAIRFIELD, CT — A new locally owned gift shop focused on positivity, creativity and giving back officially opened its doors Friday as HOPE & JOY celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting at 95 Reef Road, just off the Post Road. Owner Rebecca Ashby, a Fairfield resident, wife and adoptive mother, created HOPE & JOY as a heartfelt extension of her personal journey. What began in 2022 as a small creative outlet during the pandemic has grown into a brick-and-mortar shop offering handcrafted, curated and personalized gifts designed to bring comfort and happiness to customers of all ages. The store features custom and embroidered gifts, monogrammed items, stationery, fashion accessories, drinkware and a thoughtfully selected collection of unique…

State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUPPORTS MINNESOTA CHALLENGE TO MILITARIZED AND ILLEGAL DEPLOYMENTS

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) — Attorney General William Tong today, joining a coalition of 20 attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in support of Minnesota’s lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s extraordinary campaign of lawlessness during its deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol to the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Over the course of just a few weeks, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has sent more than 3,000 federal agents into the area. These agents have fatally shot one resident, Renee Good, seriously wounded others, attacked peaceful protestors, and systematically conducted unconstitutional stops and arrests. In the brief, the coalition urges the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota to order an immediate…

Bridgeport

UPDATE on Pasadena Place Fire

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

https://youtube.com/shorts/kUL9csTA_ZY Report of a fire on the second story of a home in the 200 block of Pasadena Place in Bridgeport. Firefighters have put the fire out at this time. Video credit: Michael Reves

Stratford

Crash Blocks Exit

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

Report of a car crash on the off ramp of exit 31 on I-95 Northbound. The car is sideways and stuck on the ramp.

State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG DEMANDS ACTION FROM XAI OVER GROK’S CREATION OF NONCONSENSUAL SEXUAL CONTENT

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today led a bipartisan group of 35 attorneys general demanding that xAI, the company that owns both the X social media platform and the AI chatbot Grok, take additional action to prevent its AI chatbot, Grok, from generating nonconsensual intimate images and child sexual abuse material. Over the past weeks, Grok has made this content publicly available at the click of a button, driving harassment and exploitation that deprives people of control over how their bodies and likenesses are portrayed. “xAI has enabled a torrent of vile sexualized content, including abusive and disgusting nonconsensual fake sexual images of women and children. Elon Musk and xAI unleashed this monster, and it’s on them to…

Bridgeport

Structure Fire!

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

Report of a fire on the second story of a home in the 200 block of Pasadena Place in Bridgeport. Firefighters are on scene confirming the fire and are currently putting it out at this time.

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Bus Fire On The Highway

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

Report of a bus fire around Exit 10 I-95 Northbound with multiple people trapped. At this time first responders are on scene, nobody is currently trapped in the bus, and they are treating those injured and are currently putting out the fire.

Stratford

Stratford Library Teen February Programs

Jan 25, 2026 Alex

2/2-2/27: Blind Date with a Book GiveawayTake your chances and go on a blind date…with a book! All month long you can pick a free book and also get a sweet treat. Grades 8-12. No registration required. Location: Teen Department. 2/2-2/27: Black History MonthStop by the Teen Department any time all month long & create your own BHM inspired beaded bracelet. We have really cool wood & glass beads & all the supplies you need to design a piece you will be proud to wear. Grades 6-12. No registration required. Location: Teen Department. 2/7: 11:00 am-12:00 pm: Crochet ClubDo you know how to crochet or have you wanted to learn how? Then we would love for you to join us.…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT EXTENDS SEVERE COLD WEATHER PROTOCOL THROUGH FEBRUARY 5

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UPDATE on Pasadena Place Fire

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