18-Wheeler Hits Overpass
Report of a tractor trailer that hit the overpass at Railroad Avenue and South Avenue in Bridgeport. No report of any injuries at this time.
Bridgeport Budget Proposal Slashes Mill Rate, Boosts Schools and Services
Mayor Ganim’s Budget Proposes Lowest Mill Rate in Decades; Historic Local Funding for Schools and Free Park Stickers for Residents Ganim’s Budget Proposal Also Includes Expansion of Senior and Veteran Tax Relief, Expansion of Supervised Balloting, and Significant Increase in Library Funding Mayor Joseph P. Ganim has officially submitted his proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 operating budget to the Bridgeport City Council, highlighting a major shift in the city’s financial outlook. Driven by a 62.5% increase in the Grand List to $13 billion, the proposal calls for a reduction in the mill rate from 43.45 to 27.75, marking the lowest level seen in decades. The proposed budget leverages significant economic growth to provide taxpayer relief while investing in key areas such…
Fairfield Police Sting Nets Multiple Arrests in Prostitution Solicitation Operation
Fairfield Police Conduct Operation Targeting Solicitation of ProstitutionFairfield, CT — On 3/13/2026, members of the Fairfield Police Department Neighborhood Enforcement Team, Fairfield Detective Bureau, with assistance from the Stratford Police Department Vice Unit, conducted operations targeting individuals soliciting prostitution in Fairfield.On 3/13/2026, the following were charged with Soliciting Sexual Acts: Christopher Birarelli, 39, of TrumbullScott Wootton, 57, of MilfordLuis Torres Pesantez, 49, of White Plains, NYRicardo Nieves, 29, of MonroeTimaury Gay, 21, of BridgeportCesar Rivera, 47, of TrumbullJason Santerre, 43, of SeymourEach individual made arrangements with an undercover officer posing as an escort and traveled to Fairfield where they exchanged or offered money for sexual acts before being taken into custody. All were issued misdemeanor summonses and released on a…
Discounted Rain Barrels Available for Connecticut Customers Through Aquarion Program
Aquarion Water Company Offers Connecticut Customers Discounted Rain Barrels for 2026 Season High-quality, 60-gallon upcycled rain barrels available for purchase at a discounted price through April 20. In partnership with Jack’s Composters and Rain Barrels, Aquarion Water Company is offering Connecticut customers the opportunity to purchase upcycled rain barrels as part of its ongoing water conservation efforts. Connecticut customers can purchase a high-quality, 60-gallon upcycled rain barrel designed to fit under a downspout and catch rainwater running off the roof. Customers can collect and store water for use in a garden whenever it rains. It takes just one-quarter inch of rainfall on an average roof to fill the barrel and provide water during dry periods, even when water use is…
Fairfield Police File Additional Charges in News Express Armed Robbery Case
Fairfield Police have filed additional charges against Wesner Thelamour, age 40, of Bridgeport, in connection with the armed robbery of News Express located at 200 Tunxis Hill Road in Fairfield. On 3/25/2026, Thelamour was arrested on a warrant and charged with Robbery in the First Degree with a Firearm and Larceny in the Second Degree. He was held on a bond of $175,000 and is scheduled to appear in court on 3/26/2026. These charges represent an update to a previously reported investigation stemming from an armed robbery earlier this month. The investigation began on March 2, 2026, at approximately 9:00 PM, when Fairfield Police responded to News Express for a report of an armed robbery in progress. During the incident,…
Scooter Accident
A person riding a scooter was hit by a vehicle at Rosalie Drive and Madison Avenue. The victim was alert and speaking when police arrived, and the driver remained on scene and is cooperating. 2026-03-21@4:40pm
Knife Waving
If traveling on Boston Avenue near Sheridan Street, avoid the man in the red hoodie waving a knife at cars passing by.... 2026-03-19@11:25am--#BridgeportCT, #BridgeportNews, #BostonAvenue, #PublicSafety, #PoliceResponse, #DoingItLocal
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Bridgeport on East Main Street near Spring Street. The fire marshal was called to investigate. 2026-03-18@7:19pm
Carjacking!
Police are investigating a carjacking that took place on Wordin Avenue in Bridgeport. According to unconfirmed radio reports, a white Chevrolet Impala was taken at gunpoint by two black males. The suspects are believed to have fled the area and may have entered I-95. The investigation is ongoing. 2026-03-14 @ 11:09pm--#BridgeportCT
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