/news/fairfield-county Fairfield County en-US Copyright Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:06:53 GMT /news/2025-04-23/bridgeport-commemorates-38th-anniversary-of-worst-construction-disaster-in-ct-history The L'Ambiance Plaza accident killed 28 construction workers, and led to safety reforms in the construction industry. But some fear cuts by the federal government may weaken worksite protections. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:06:53 GMT /news/2025-04-23/bridgeport-commemorates-38th-anniversary-of-worst-construction-disaster-in-ct-history Eddy Martinez /news/2025-04-23/pope-francis-remembered-by-diocese-of-bridgeport-bishop-and-ct-residents Bishop Frank Caggiano of the Diocese of Bridgeport, said he’s been reflecting on the ways Pope Francis will be remembered. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:11:38 GMT /news/2025-04-23/pope-francis-remembered-by-diocese-of-bridgeport-bishop-and-ct-residents Kelsey Hubbard Rollinson /news/2025-04-23/fairfield-county-has-the-worst-ozone-pollution-in-all-of-new-england-report-finds Ozone smog and daily particle pollution worsened in the New Haven, Hartford and the Waterbury metro area. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:59:57 GMT /news/2025-04-23/fairfield-county-has-the-worst-ozone-pollution-in-all-of-new-england-report-finds Sujata Srinivasan /news/2025-04-21/efforts-to-increase-affordable-housing-in-fairfield-county-underway-amid-market-squeeze Many renters are being forced to pay more than they can comfortably afford for an apartment, and other renters are opting for apartments below what they could afford, leaving less options for lower-income renters. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 21:39:44 GMT /news/2025-04-21/efforts-to-increase-affordable-housing-in-fairfield-county-underway-amid-market-squeeze Abigail Brone /news/2025-04-16/fairfield-affordable-housing-freeze-welcomed-by-town-leaders-who-call-state-mandate-unfair The town of Fairfield had to prove at least 2% of its housing stock was affordable to secure the moratorium on affordable housing construction. The state mandate is for 10% affordable housing stock. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:53:24 GMT /news/2025-04-16/fairfield-affordable-housing-freeze-welcomed-by-town-leaders-who-call-state-mandate-unfair Abigail Brone /news/2025-04-07/ct-liberals-united-on-combating-trump-but-issues-remain "What do we do?" It’s a question many Democrats are wrestling with following the 2024 presidential election. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:59:28 GMT /news/2025-04-07/ct-liberals-united-on-combating-trump-but-issues-remain Eddy Martinez /news/2025-04-04/bridgeport-police-shooting-ruled-a-homicide The report says the use of deadly force by Bridgeport police officer, Yoon Heo, caused the death of 39-year-old Dyshan Best. Bridgeport Police Chief, Roderick Porter, announced Friday, that Heo is now on administrative leave. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 21:32:26 GMT /news/2025-04-04/bridgeport-police-shooting-ruled-a-homicide Kelsey Hubbard Rollinson /news/2025-04-02/rediscover-greenwich-to-honor-town-history-through-educational-tours This spring residents are invited to learn more about their hometown through guided tours and educational programs right on the streets of Greenwich. These initiatives will be offered by Rediscover Greenwich, a partnership between the Greenwich Historical Society and touring company, Untapped New York. Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:25:42 GMT /news/2025-04-02/rediscover-greenwich-to-honor-town-history-through-educational-tours Samantha Russell /news/2025-04-02/local-bridgeport-area-nonprofit-feeling-effects-of-federal-spending-cuts-on-food-aid The CEO of nOURish Bridgeport, which provides food to needy residents, says the organization is facing operating challenges as the federal government cuts funding for programs addressing food insecurity. Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:35:12 GMT /news/2025-04-02/local-bridgeport-area-nonprofit-feeling-effects-of-federal-spending-cuts-on-food-aid Eddy Martinez /news/2025-04-01/bridgeport-civil-rights-groups-call-for-active-investigation-after-police-shooting Police say a man fled from the stop and was later shot by police after a foot chase in the driveway of a nearby home. A firearm was recovered at the scene, police said. The man, who has not been identified, later died of his injuries at Bridgeport Hospital. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 22:24:48 GMT /news/2025-04-01/bridgeport-civil-rights-groups-call-for-active-investigation-after-police-shooting Eddy Martinez