Flagman Inc. is a non-profit traffic safety campaign focused on raising awareness about roadside dangers first responders and highway workers face. The organization has started bringing educational programs into Connecticut schools including Fairfield in 2023. Now, the group has expanded to Milford and Seymour! We spoke with the founder of Flagman Inc., Cindy Iodice, and…
Stillbirth affects about 1 in 175 births, and each year about 21,000 babies are stillborn in the United States. This month is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Leslie Shannehan is a volunteer at Bridgeport Hospital, working with mothers who have lost an infant. She shared ways the hospital is helping parents grieve the loss…
New Britain Mayor, Erin Stewart, announced she will not run for re-election and seek a seventh term in office. We got to know Mayor Stewart’s impressive political journey, how she became a leader who is loved by people on both sides of the aisle and if she plans to run for governor in 2026. IMAGE…
We met the receiver of Success Village, Attorney Barry Knot. He oversees the finances and management for the 924-unit complex between Bridgeport and Stratford. Learn about his lengthy practice in law, his goals for Success Village and the challenges he’s already faced just one week into the receivership deal. Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz
On the surface, it sounds like a great opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day at Connecticut’s only zoo for free. But as you dig deeper to learn how this event was paid for, some state lawmakers are calling the event a slap in the face to utility ratepayers. We spoke to Senator Steve Harding about…
Later this month, the annual Tower to Tunnel 5K is happening thanks to Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans. We spoke with Port 5 Executive Officer, Brian Turco, about the event and how it’s supporting homeless veterans in our area. To sign up or donate: https://www.portfiveusa.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images
The family of 6-year-old Jathan Escobar is blaming the Department of Children and Families for his death following a horrific domestic violence attack in Bridgeport. Senator Lisa Seminara, ranking senator on the Children and Human Services Committee, got a letter from DCF Commissioner on their involvement with the victims and spoke with us about the…
The most recent state audit looking at procedures at the Connecticut Department of Correction had some alarming takeaways that taxpayers should know about. Investigative reporter, Jeff Derderian, did a deep dive into this report and shared key takeaways you should know about. Image Courtesy of Jeff Derderian
A man accused of stabbing a Connecticut police officer during a traffic stop is being held on three-million-dollars bond and will face a judge today. CT State Police say Officer Tim Wright pulled over a vehicle in Woodbury during the daytime, was approached by the driver and stabbed in the neck. We spoke with Sgt.…
We were recently alerted about a ticket scam discovered at The Klein in Bridgeport. Turns out, it’s a scam happening at local theaters across the country. Laurence Caso, executive director of The Klein gave us the details about the ongoing scam and his calls for federal action on this matter. To buy tickets and avoid…