Fryer Fire Burns Man
A fryer fire burns a man on Maryland Street in Fairfield. The fire was out upon firefighters' arrival. The man burned was transported to the hospital. 2026-03-10@10:10am-- #Fairfield CT
Car Struck By Train
Report of a car that was struck by a train by West Main Street Station in Ansonia. First responders arrived on scene to report that the person in the vehicle appears uninjured at this time. A rescue train is not available at this moment.
2 Car Crash
Report of a 2 car crash by the Cumberland Farms, right off of Exit 24 in Fairfield.
Stabbing
Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing on John Street. No additional details have been released at this time regarding the victim’s condition or if any arrests have been made. 2026-03-09@5:41pm
Bus Crash
Report of a crash involving a city bus at Main Street and Wentworth Street in Bridgeport. At this time there is no update about injuries.
THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AND MAYOR GANIM LAUNCH NEW ANTI-BLIGHT ORDINANCES
Bridgeport, CT – The City of Bridgeport and Mayor Ganim have announced updates to the City’s Anti-Blight Ordinances. Adjusted by the City Council, these updates enhance the city’s ability to strengthen enforcement and improve the process for addressing blighted properties throughout the city. The updated ordinances are designed to ensure a more effective system while creating a prompt and efficient process for property owners who wish to appeal blight citations. The changes are part of the City’s continued efforts to maintain safe, clean and well-maintained neighborhoods across Bridgeport. Key Updates Include: Reduced Cleanup Timeline: Property owners now have 10 days to address blight violations after receiving notice New Fee Schedule $150 per day for occupied properties $250 per day for vacant properties…
Fairfield Police Arrest New York Man in $1 Million Fraud Scheme Targeting Resident
Fairfield, CT – On 2/2/2026, Malik Z. Smith (DOB 1/13/2001) of Flushing, New York turned himself in to the Fairfield Police Department on a Fairfield Police warrant. Smith was charged with Larceny in the First Degree, issued a court set $200,000 surety bond and appeared in Bridgeport Superior Court last month. The charge stems from a fraud investigation that began on 3/11/2024 after a Fairfield resident reported being contacted about what was described as a loan affiliated with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The resident was led to believe the funding was part of a legitimate SBA program and was instructed to provide personal and financial information in order to secure the loan. During the course of the scheme,…
GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES LANDMARK FEDERAL GRANT TO TRANSFORM RURAL HEALTH CARE IN CONNECTICUT
State To Receive Funding for Dozens of Projects Spanning Health Care, Workforce, Technology, and Community Support Across Rural Communities (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that Connecticut is receiving a $154 million federal grant through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a sweeping initiative designed to improve health outcomes, expand access to care, and strengthen the social and economic foundations of the state’s rural communities. The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) will serve as the lead agency on behalf of the state, partnering with other state agencies to implement dozens of projects organized across four core initiatives. “Rural Connecticut has unique challenges, and its residents deserve the same access to high-quality care and support as anyone who…
Hazardous Condition Closes Marshalls
Firefighters have called in the Fire Marshal to determine a hazardous condition that has forced the Marshalls store at 4487 Main Street in Bridgeport to close. According to unconfirmed radio reports, the issue may involve a problem with a support beam. 2026-03-07@3:36pm
8/25 Crash Shuts Highway
First responders were called to a crash on Route 8/25 northbound near Exit 2B in Bridgeport. Initial reports indicate one car struck the guardrail. There is no word on any injuries at this time. The highway is currently shutdown northbound.