Tribes Want Part Of Bridgeport Casino Plans

The tribes now want in on Bridgeport casino talks as discussions between state lawmakers and MGM heat up.

How New Budget Cuts Will Affect Bridgeport

Connecticut towns thought they had escaped serious cuts when a new budget was approved. Well think again, as new cuts have been released.

Bridgeport Election 2017: Results Starting To Come In

The city will vote on several local positions on Nov. 7. Here is what you need to know.

No Pool Tables At Bridgeport's 19th Hole, For Now: Report

The owner has announced her decision to appeal the ruling.

Bridgeport Casino: MGM Announces Plans Touting $300 Million Economic Boost

Officials behind the project released plans and renderings of a new casino at Steelepoint Harbor in Bridgeport.

Bridgeport Meets Amazon's Criteria For New Headquarters, Says Ganim

Voting from one poll also shows Bridgeport and Fairfield County is a popular choice for the e-commerce behemoth's second home.

Plans For Harbor Yard Amphitheater Revealed

Project officials gave the first look at the amphitheater that will replace the Bridgeport Bluefish at Harbor Yard next summer.

Bridgeport Legislators Applaud Gov. Signing HB 7296

The legislation is estimated to save city taxpayers $2.8 million per year.

Three Bridgeport Nonprofits Awarded Six-Figure Grants

The group was one of 50 nonprofits statewide awarded the grants.

CT State Bond Commission Approves $5.14 MIL Funding For Flooding

This flood control project is the first significant step toward ending flooding in the North End.

Bridgeport Delegation Applauds Passage of Bill on Heating Technology

The bill seeks to create a pilot program allowing for a thermal district heating technology test drive. H.B. 6304 now heads to the Senate.

How Many Millions Of Dollars Would Bridgeport Gain Under Malloy's New Budget Proposal?

Gov. Malloy’s revised budget proposal eliminates or sharply reduces certain forms of aid that are doled out to towns.

Bridgeport Affordable Housing Project Awarded State Grant

The project is one of seven statewide awarded state funding Monday.

Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim to Explore Bid for Governor: Reports

BREAKING: Ganim has his sights set on the state's highest office but his checkered past poses unique challenges to his campaign.

Elected Officials Rally Together to Protect Federal Funds

The proposed budget cuts will affect the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partners programs.

Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim Mulling Statewide Office Run: Reports

BREAKING: Ganim is seeking an exemption from a law that prohibiting those convicted of a felony from receiving campaign grants.

Fourth Town Joins Lawsuit Against Bridgeport Over Magnet Schools: Report

Bridgeport is the only city allowed to charge other communities for magnet school tuition, and towns have begun to fight against the fees.

A Casino Could Still Be Coming to Bridgeport: Report

Talks of a Bridgeport casino are back on the table after a "bomb" was dropped on tribal leaders planning to build a casino in East Windsor.

Mayor Ganim Appoints Daniel Shamas as Chief of Staff

Shamas, has served the Bridgeport community for over 35 years; and succeeds Daniel Roach, as Chief of Staff.

CT Governor Malloy Announces Bridgeport Railroad Station Is Complete

A $10 million renovation and upgrade project at the Bridgeport railroad station is complete.

​Ganim Touts Accomplishments of First Six Months of MIRA

The program was launched in Aug. 2016 to help formerly incarcerated individuals in Bridgeport advance their careers and establish new lives.

Bridgeport Mayor Ganim to Attend Trump Inauguration

The Democrat mayor has history with Trump and attended one of his weddings.

Bridgeport Mayor Will Attend Trump’s Presidential Inauguration, Others in CT Will Not

Boughton, who is gearing up for a 2018 gubernatorial bid, says he has a lot to do.

Bridgeport to Run 'Microgrid' Generators at Municipal Buildings

Mayor Joe Ganim and City officials launched the new ‘microgrid’ generators that will power City Hall, Police Headquarters and more in 2017.

Mayor To Re-launch Down Payment Assistance Program For Local Home Buyers

The program provides down payment assistance for first time Bridgeport home buyers.

Mayor Ganim Launches ‘Bridgeport 311’ Citizen Reporting Tool

Bridgeport 311 replaces the former ‘B Connected’ app with a more transparent, efficient, consumer friendly format.

Mayor Ganim Swears in New Bridgeport Health Director

Mayor Joe Ganim today swore in Maritza Bond as the new Director of Health for the city of Bridgeport.

Grant to Fund Program for Bridgeport Students at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

The money is the largest federal grant in the aquarium's 28-year history.

Bridgeport Wins $2.7 Million Grant to Hire 17 New Firefighters

Mayor Joe Ganim and Fire Chief Richard Thode announced that Bridgeport has been awarded a 'SAFER' grant from FEMA.

Mayor Ganim Signs Concession Agreement with Municipal Unions

The announcement came Tuesday, July 19.

Ganim Administration Acts to Clean Up Sloppy City Purchasing Practices in Bridgeport

Review of Purchasing Department shows ordinances not being followed to ensure open, fair, competitive bidding process for city contracting.

Bridgeport Mayor Issues Statement on Impending Municipal Layoffs

Mayor Ganim says a standstill in negotiations with labor unions will lead to more layoffs.

Staneski Looks to Promote CT Manufacturing Education & Jobs

Rep. Staneski toured the Advanced Manufacturing Technology desiring to promote manufacturing.

Bridgeport Enacts New Budget and Mil Rate for 2017

The budget reduces the city’s rate of spending by $7 million and cuts the city workforce by more than 100 employees.

Mayor Ganim Proposes Second Chance Society Initiatives

The City of Bridgeport will open an Office of 2nd Chance Initiatives to support hiring of formerly incarcerated persons.

City Council Approves Land Sale to Sacred Heart University

The agreement was approved by a vote of 15-3 at a city council meeting on Monday, June 6.

Bridgeport Presidential Primary Results: Who Did Residents Vote For?

We give you a detailed breakdown of how local residents voted in the Republican and Democratic primary Tuesday.

Donald Trump Tells Connecticut Residents 'We Will Build The Wall'

Both frontrunners, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are appearing in Connecticut on Saturday. Trump is holding two public rallies.

Bridgeport Mayor Appoints Planning Director

Ed lavernoich will serve as Bridgeport's Interim Director of Planning and Economic Development.

Bridgeport Mayor Announces Construction Project Agreement

The Crescent Crossings Housing Community Construction Project will bring 84 more mixed housing units and 150 jobs to Bridgeport's east side.