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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Housing bill passes State Senate after lengthy debate
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut State Senate passed House Bill 5002 in a vote of 20-15 on Saturday, after hours of debate. Earlier this week, the House passed the bill after 11 hours of debate between lawmakers. Connecticut House passes housing bill after 11-hour debate Democrats have been moving on this issue to reform housing legislation. they say this bill will help the state address housing shortages. 'We've gotten to the place where were doing what we need to do we just want to make sure we are doing smart development, converting commercial properties that haven't been used in along time and building out more of robust housing across the board not affordable,' said Rep. Antonio Felipe, (D, Bridgeport) and chair of the housing committee in the House. Across the aisle, Republicans are less keen on the idea, saying the bill is an infringement on local control and that a one-size-fits all solution is not what the state needs. 'We have seen state laws on affordable housing already fail neighborhoods in Shelton and Stratford,' said Sen. Jason Perillo (R-21). 'Projects on Mohawk Drive, Shelton Avenue, and Oronoque Trail are clear examples of these failed mandates. These practices create entitled developers, not empowered communities.' The bill will now head to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk to be signed into law. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Pedestrian injured after being struck by fleeing vehicle in Bridgeport
A pedestrian was struck by a fleeing vehicle in Bridgeport on Friday evening, officials said. Officers responded to the intersection of East Main Street and Bass Pro Drive around 9:15pm on Friday on a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle, according to the Bridgeport Police Department. Police said the vehicle fled the scene. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital and was listed in stable condition, according to police. The crash remains under investigation. No further information was available at this time. Stephen Underwood can be reached at sunderwood@
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Things to keep in mind if you have Memorial Day travel plans
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, AAA is giving travelers advice ahead of their potentially long trips to and across north central West Virginia. According to AAA East Central, the region is expecting to see increased traffic on roads next Thursday and Friday (May 22-23), and Director of Public Affairs Jim Garrity stated that traffic will also pick up the following Sunday and Monday (May 25-26), as people begin making their way back home. 'If you're gonna be one of the more than 45 million people who are traveling for Memorial Day, it would [be] behoove of you to try to avoid some of that traffic,' said Garrity. 'Especially if you're going around any major metro area, any major city.' Garrity told 12 News that some of the main calls AAA East Central receives are for dead batteries, flat tires, as well as towing at the side of the road for sometimes preventable issues. With that being said, Garrity recommends getting your car looked at, adding that now's a good time of the year to address all of the damage that winter does to vehicles. He recommended getting salt from underneath your car, as well as getting your oil and car battery checked. 'Especially in this area, if your battery's older than two or three years, get your battery tested, get your oil checked, get your fluids topped off before you hit the road,' he added. According to Garrity, AAA is currently prepared to rescue a couple hundred thousand people nationwide over Memorial Day weekend. He also told 12 News that AAA is expecting to see a record amount of people hitting the roads this year. 'Get out early. Give yourself plenty of time because giving yourself that extra hour out the door–worst case scenario, you get to where you wanted to get exactly on time,' said Garrity. 'Best case scenario, you might get there a little early.' West Virginia Strawberry Festival 2025: Full schedule Garrity added that by allotting yourself that extra time, you're saving yourself from stress that could lead to dangerous choices on the road. He stated that this stress can lead to behaviors such as road rage, tailgating, speeding, obscene gestures on the road, etc. Travelers who are heading north towards Pittsburgh or heading south towards Charleston should expect to see increased traffic around Memorial Day. 'You could expect to see traffic the closer you get to where there's more people, but with a record amount of people heading out over the Memorial Day weekend, expect that you're gonna run into traffic no matter where you are so that you do give yourself that extra time,' Garrity stated. He added that even if you're traveling locally, there's still a good chance that you could run into traffic. 'There's gonna be a lot of people on the road […] Take the last couple Memorial Days, add more people,' said Garrity. 'That's what you can expect on the road, according to our AAA research.' For anyone who's planning to travel by car during Memorial Day weekend, it's recommended to pack items for everyone that's going to be in the car, taking into account anything they may need if you end up in the car for a long time. Garrity recommends bringing non-perishable food items, bottles of water, entertainment for children, phone chargers and your AAA card, as well as some mechanical items that can help get your car back on the road or to the nearest repair shop. Over Memorial Day weekend, Garrity added that there will be an influx of things like police, firefighters, EMS, construction workers and tow truck drivers. He stated that no matter where you are in America, it's important to be mindful of the Move Over law, adding that all 50 states have some version of it. 'They wanna go home to see their families and they wanna go home to celebrate Memorial Day with them,' Garrity added. He shared with 12 News that a good rule of thumb is when coming across someone working roadside or who's stranded, move over and if you can't, slow down at least. 'AAA research is crystal clear that speed can be the difference between life and death,' said Garrity. 'Way too often at AAA, we see preventable crashes where people die because maybe someone wasn't paying attention behind the wheel and they didn't move over when they should've.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
12-05-2025
- CBS News
Chicago police warn of multiple burglaries in Chinatown, Bridgeport
Chicago police are warning residents about a string of burglaries on the city's South Side. The burglaries happened in the Chinatown and Bridgeport neighborhoods during the afternoon and evening hours. The latest burglary happened on Saturday. Police said two men damaged the front or rear door frame of a residential building until they gained access. In some buildings, they would go to multiple units in an attempt to get inside. Once in, they took money and other valuables. Incident times and locations: 2300 block of South Normal Avenue on April 30 at 5:00 p.m. 2300 block of South Normal Avenue on April 30 at 5:10 p.m. 2600 block of South Union Avenue on May 8 at 8:30 p.m. 400 block of West 27th Street on May 8 at 8:30 p.m. 400 block of West 27th Street on May 8 at 8:50 p.m. 400 block of West 27th Street on May 8 at 8:53 p.m. 400 block of West 28th Place on May 10 at 3:05 p.m. Police said one of the suspects was a white man between 20 and 30 years of age, between 5 feet 11 and 6 feet tall, weighing 180 pounds, with a light complexion. He was wearing a black ski mask, a blue zip-hooded sweatshirt, and gray pants. In another incident, the suspect was only described as a Black male last seen fleeing a property. Residents are advised to keep doors and windows secured and repair them immediately if needed, report any suspicious activity, and, if video surveillance is available, save a copy of the incident for the police. Anyone with information is asked to contact Area 1 detectives at 312-747-8380 or submit an anonymous tip to using reference number #P25-1-061.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Bridgeport and Clarksburg-Harrison Libraries partner to host community resource fair
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — The Bridgeport Public Library, in partnership with the Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library, hosted a collaborative event Wednesday night designed to serve as a comprehensive, one-stop resource hub for the community. This initiative brought together a diverse array of organizations under one roof, offering residents easy access to support services, educational resources, health and wellness programs, and community information. Library officials told 12 News that the event was not only meant to be informative but also engaging, as attendees were automatically entered into a special drawing to win a hanging flower basket, simply for stopping by. Upshur Leadership graduating class holds Community Skills Share event 'So, we brought all these organizations here so that way no matter what you're looking for, no matter your situation is in life here, we have someone here to connect you with resources to help you,' the Community Engagement Manager at the Bridgeport Public Library, Angela Spatafore, said. A wide range of local and regional organizations were present, each providing insight into the services they offer You can find a list of those organizations below: Jobs & Hope Healthy Grandfamilies Parent Educator Resource Center Healthy Harrison Arch Recovery Healthy Minds WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program) Education Services of United Way of Harrison, Doddridge, and Clay Counties (HDC) Parents as Teachers WV Birth to Three WV Women Work Central WV Community Action HOPE Domestic Violence Center Harrison County Senior Center (Bridgeport Satellite) Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
