Shots Fired After Attempted Home Break-In on Bridgeport's West Side
Two masked suspects tried to enter a Butler Avenue home Friday and fired at people outside, police said. No one was injured, and no arrests have been made.
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New Haven, Bridgeport Firms Can Seek Connecticut Health Tax Credit
Connecticut small businesses in New Haven, Bridgeport and Meriden can seek up to $1,000 per employee annually through Access Health CT's new credit.
Connecticut Drivers Face New Fines and Rules Starting Oct. 1
New Haven drivers and others statewide face new rules Oct. 1, including a six-month license suspension for a third qualifying school-bus violation and higher exhaust and travel-ban fines.
Bridgeport Government Roundup: Council Agenda, School Board Goals
Bridgeport's Sept. 21 City Council agenda listed proposed litigation settlements and board appointments for referral. The school board's special-meeting agenda included discussion of self-evaluation and goal setting.
Derby Driver Held on $2 Million Bond as Hundreds Mourn DOT Worker Elvin Hernandez
Edward Myers appeared in Bridgeport court Sept. 28, where a judge set his bond at $2 million in the fatal I-95 crash that killed CTDOT worker Elvin Hernandez.
High Tide Floods East Haven Streets as Nor’easter Hits Shore
High tide flooded East Haven intersections Saturday, Sept. 26. Public Works Superintendent Charlie Coyle warned drivers that salt water could damage vehicles and urged them to stay off the roads.
Person Dies After 3-Alarm Fire at Bridgeport Home on Denver Avenue
One person died and two others were taken to the hospital for evaluation after a three-alarm fire at a multi-family home on Bridgeport’s Denver Avenue.
Bridgeport Pedestrian Injured in State Street Hit-and-Run
A pedestrian was injured in a Bridgeport hit-and-run on State Street late Thursday night and taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center.
Connecticut Expands Heating Aid as Winter Costs Rise
Connecticut expects to help 10,000 more households with heating bills this winter as oil, electric and natural-gas costs rise.
Bridgeport Board faces criticism over superintendent search process
Bridgeport’s Board of Education hired Zeal Educational Group for a superintendent search while giving interim chief Royce Avery a 10% ($25,000) raise and circulating a graphic urging community support for him.
Bridgeport Man Shot Near Greene Homes After Midnight
A man was shot in the back near Harral Avenue in Bridgeport shortly after midnight Sunday. Police said he was alert and conscious; his condition was unknown at the time of reporting.
Bridgeport Budget Cuts Mill Rate to 27.75, Boosts Schools and Libraries
Bridgeport's proposed FY 2026-2027 budget slashes the mill rate to 27.75 and boosts school funding by $5 million. Free park stickers and tax relief are also included.