Church Foreclosed On + Gang-Related Shootings Case

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Sept. 21.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 74 Low: 69.

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Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Officials come together to help iconic Bridgeport cathedral against foreclosure: The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit is facing foreclosure. The church's pastor is claiming this is due to predatory lending practices that target Black churches. (News 12 Brooklyn)
2. Feds: Bridgeport teen admits role in 2 gang-related shootings: A city teen has pleaded guilty to playing a role in gang-related shootings. (Middletown Press)
3. Work on former Remington Arms shot tower in Bridgeport is just the beginning (CTPost)
4. Bridgeport News: Robbery (doingitlocal.com)
5. Obituary: Karlis Eltermanis, 35, of Bridgeport (Bridgeport Patch)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• "Italy's Great Artists: Donatello" (11:30 AM)
• Back to School Night - Open House - Columbus School (3:30 PM)

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Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Monee! Monee is still with us. This little dude is full of kitten energy and can't wait to meet his forever family! If you're looking for a kitten, look no further! • All adoptions are being conducted by appointment only...." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "#QuizOfTheDay: What is mindful eating? [insert Jeopardy thinking music here] Still need extra time to think? Answer: Mindful eating is maintaining an in-the-moment awareness of the food and drink you put into your bo..." (Facebook)

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