Food icon: Maria Marszewski, The Duchess of Bridgeport at Maria’s Packaged Goods and Community Bar in Chi...
Kim Yong Soon has become best known to generations of her bar regulars in Chicago by one name: Maria.
May 19, 2026Open source
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Scooter rider killed in collision with vehicle in Bridgeport
Police have identified a scooter rider that was killed in a collision with a vehicle in Bridgeport over the weekend. Officers were called to the 1200 block o...
May 18, 2026Open source
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A custom ParkScore report from Trust for Public Land gave Bridgeport an overall score of 45 out of 100 after evaluating 61 parks in the city.
May 14, 2026Open source
Police arrest second suspect in Shelton gas station armed robbery case
Shelton police said officers have arrested Collin Addiss and Steve Nakhoune in connection with an armed robbery at a Bridgeport Avenue gas station in March.
May 12, 2026Open source
Bridgeport mayor proposes transferring $12 million from city to school district over next 2 years
Mayor Joe Ganim previously committed $10 million of city money to the school district for next two years. Now, his promise has risen to $12 million.
May 9, 2026Open source
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A recently inked deal moves the CT United Football Club soccer team, which once hoped to play in Bridgeport, to Norwich's Dodd Stadium.
May 8, 2026Open source
Bridgeport's Beardsley Zoo closed Tuesday amid recent nationwide threat calls
The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport was closed Tuesday out of an abundance of caution after receiving "a series of threatening calls," a city official said.
May 5, 2026Open source
Arrest made months after deadly Bridgeport assault; police seek second suspect
Bridgeport police arrested a 49-year-old man Monday in a 2025 homicide. Investigators are still looking to identify the second suspect.
May 5, 2026Open source
7 residents displaced following fire in Bridgeport
A fire in Bridgeport displaced seven people on Monday afternoon.
May 4, 2026Open source
Man arrested months after Bridgeport assault turned fatal, police say
Police announced on Monday that they have arrested a man for a 2025 homicide.
May 4, 2026Open source
Ballot fraud, police misconduct, a child death: 3 Connecticut court cases to watch this week
From a Bridgeport absentee ballot fraud case to a federal lawsuit against New Haven police and an Enfield sexual assault, here are three cases to watch.
May 4, 2026Open source
Burglars steal ATM from Mexican restaurant in Bridgeport: VIDEO
Burglars stole an ATM at Taqueria San Jose Mexican restaurant on South Halsted Street in Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood, surveillance video showed.
May 4, 2026Open source
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King George statue, civic activism: Wilton, CT reflects on America's 250th anniversary
The Wilton Historical Society in Connecticut is helping visitors connect with the stories, artifacts and everyday people that shaped America's past.
May 17, 2026Open source
3 killed in Stratford crash; police searching for driver
The crash happened on the Merritt Parkway Sunday morning, near the Sikorsky plant.
May 11, 2026Open source
3 killed in fiery crash on Route 15 in Stratford on Sunday
Three people were killed in a crash on the Merritt Parkway in Stratford on Sunday morning. According to state police, three cars were traveling in the right...
May 11, 2026Open source
One dead and one hospitalized after crash in Greenwich
One person is dead and one person is hospitalized after a crash that happened just after 2 a.m. on Sunday. Police said an officer was conducting a radar...
May 11, 2026Open source
Serious injuries follow a multi-car crash in Stratford
State Police say several people have life-threatening injuries following a multi-car accident in Stratford early Sunday morning. Officials say they were...
May 10, 2026Open source
For 70 Years, Fairfield Warde High School's Woodshop Has Showcased Students' Creativity
The Woodshop is preparing for its 30th Wood Show in June, where many student-made items and furniture will be on display and for sale.
May 8, 2026Open source
Silver Alert issued for 1-year-old Newtown girl, believed to be with father who violated custody order
Police said a Silver Alert has been issued for Blue McGrath, 1, Tuesday evening, and she is believed to be with Brennan McGrath, 33, of Newtown.
May 6, 2026Open source
Photos: Notre Dame-West Haven vs. Fairfield Prep high school boys lacrosse
Photos from the Notre Dame-West Haven vs. Fairfield Prep Southern Connecticut Conference high school boys lacrosse game played Monday, May 4, 2026.
May 5, 2026Open source
Suspect Busted After Fleeing From Fairfield Cops, Then Giving Fake Name: Police
The suspect was arrested on multiple charges, according to authorities.
May 1, 2026Open source
Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews Zoning Hurdles, Advances Facility Planning Work
Ridgefield committee reviews zoning process, site data and costs for police, fire facility options
May 1, 2026Open source
Man found dead hear Waterbury school identified as Hartford man
Police closed off a section of Easton Avenue in Waterbury on Wednesday morning for an investigation.
May 8, 2026Open source
Police issue Silver Alert for missing 17-month-old girl from Newtown
Police believe the girl is likely with her father who has allegedly not been compliant with custody orders and authorities.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Former CT officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of man having 'mental health crisis'
Former Hartford, Connecticut police Officer Joseph Magnano was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Stevie Jones.
May 20, 2026Open source
Woman found dead in East Haven home, suspect detained: Police
A man is in custody after a woman was found dead inside an East Haven home on Friday, police said. Police received a 911 call around 5:30 p.m., but no one wa...
May 16, 2026Open source
Man taken to hospital following shooting at motel in Hartford
Police said the man in his 40s was taken to an area hospital for treatment of an injury not believed to be life-threatening.
May 15, 2026Open source
Hartford City Hall, library to temporarily close for repairs following transformer explosion
The repairs come after a transformer explosion and electrical fire that left Hartford's City Hall and downtown library temporarily without power.
May 14, 2026Open source
International aircraft company with CT service center launches training initiative. What it does.
John Bourdeaux, CEO of AdvanceCT: Bombardier’s decision to bring its FastTrack program to Hartford is strong vote of confidence in Connecticut
May 13, 2026Open source
Connecticut Democrats endorse Luke Bronin over John Larson for Congress
The Connecticut Democratic Party endorsed former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin for Congress over incumbent Rep. John Larson, setting up a dramatic August primary.
May 12, 2026Open source
New Haven cops under investigation for on-duty conduct had no prior serious offenses, records show
Records show that two New Haven officers still on leave over on-duty conduct had no significant disciplinary issues.
May 12, 2026Open source
Waterbury rally highlights push for universal childcare in Connecticut
Connecticut parents, childcare workers, and advocates gathered in Waterbury on Monday, calling for universal childcare and urging lawmakers to take action as...
May 12, 2026Open source
Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin wins Democratic endorsement over Rep. Larson
Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin has claimed the Democratic endorsement in a race for Connecticut's 1st Congressional District.
May 12, 2026Open source
Connecticut filmmaker Crystal Emery, who turned art into advocacy, dies at 65
Crystal R. Emery, a New Haven-area filmmaker, author and advocate who founded URU, The Right to Be, died May 5 after a long series of illnesses.
May 12, 2026Open source
Erin Stewart faces questions as documents detail use of city purchase card while New Britain mayor
Erin Stewart is facing questions about how she used a city-issued credit card while mayor of New Britain. NBC Connecticut obtained expense reports, thro...
May 11, 2026Open source
'He sacrificed his life’: Man exonerated in 1990 New Haven murders testifies for friend in trial
Scott Lewis, who was freed after 19 years in prison for a double murder, testified that his co-defendant Stefon Morant sacrificed his life for the truth.
May 11, 2026Open source
Manchester man dies from injuries in Hartford crash
HARTFORD, Conn. — A Manchester man has died from injuries he suffered in crash last week.
May 11, 2026Open source
Critics respond to reports of Erin Stewart spending on city credit card
A report in the Hartford Courant details thousands of dollars spent on personal items.
May 11, 2026Open source
Mother's Day Turns Special For A Duck And Ducklings After Rescue By Manchester Firefighters
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May 11, 2026Open source
Teen motorcyclist identified as victim in deadly Hartford crash
A teenager was identified as the victim in a deadly motorcycle crash that happened in Hartford last week.
May 11, 2026Open source
Jazz concert to spotlight music students May 16 in Lewes
Jazz band students from four Cape Henlopen schools, plus the University of Delaware Jazz 1 and Waterford (Connecticut) High School Jazz ensembles, will perfo...
May 11, 2026Open source
Crash bus closes I-91 ramp to I-84 in Hartford
A ramp from Interstate 91 south to Interstate 84 east in Hartford was closed because of a crash, transportation officials said.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Bridgeport is in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Region: Connecticut
ZIP Codes
06601, 06602, 06604, 06605, 06606, 06607, 06608, 06610, 06673, 06699
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Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careers
President Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to give the commencement address at the Connecticut school.
May 20, 2026Open source
President Trump to give commencement address at U.S. Coast Guard Academy Wednesday
President Donald Trump is coming to Connecticut on Wednesday for the 145th Commencement of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London. A White House...
May 20, 2026Open source
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Among States With Highest Cancer Rates
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are among the 10 states with the highest cancer rates in the nation.
May 20, 2026Open source
Former CT officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of man having 'mental health crisis'
Former Hartford, Connecticut police Officer Joseph Magnano was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Stevie Jones.
May 20, 2026Open source
King George statue, civic activism: Wilton, CT reflects on America's 250th anniversary
The Wilton Historical Society in Connecticut is helping visitors connect with the stories, artifacts and everyday people that shaped America's past.
May 17, 2026Open source
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The Connecticut Republican Party opened its two-day nominating convention Friday, rebooting a day after Erin Stewart abruptly quit.
May 16, 2026Open source
US Justice Department sues Connecticut over ‘anti-law enforcement policies’ endangering federal agents
The DOJ lawsuit alleges that Connecticut and its highest-ranking officials are unconstitutionally attempting to regulate federal law enforcement officers.
May 16, 2026Open source
Doctors warn about ticks ahead of peak season in Connecticut
A beautiful weekend for Connecticut is coming up, but if you’re spending some time, watch out for ticks. There are at least five tick species in the state,...
May 16, 2026Open source
Trump says ISIS second-in-command was killed in a joint U.S.-Nigerian mission
President Donald Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces killed a leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria in a mission carried out Friday.
May 16, 2026Open source
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