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Melissa in the Morning: Stepping Down
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that Office of Policy and Management (OPM) Secretary Jeffrey Beckham will be stepping down from his position at OPM effective December 5, 2025. We talked to WTNH political reporter, Mike Cerulli, about the significance of this announcement. We also talked about former Mayor Erin Stewart officially running for Governor. Image…
Melissa in the Morning: Dr. Manisha Juthani
The governor just signed a bill into law this week, that strengthens and improves resources in Connecticut for children’s behavioral health (HB 8004). We spoke with Dr. Manisha Juthani, Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Public Health. DPH is involved in a part of this behavioral health bill, including the section regarding school-based health centers.
Melissa in the Morning: 211 Infoline
For the first time in over a decade, Connecticut’s 211 Infoline needs a funding hike. Why and what has happened in the last 15 years prompting this ask? We asked Lisa Tepper Bates, President and CEO, United Way of Connecticut. The United Way of Connecticut contracts with the state to run the 211 service.
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Should Bus Rides On CT Transit Be Free?
Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli wondering if Connecticut should follow in the steps of some other cities and institute free municipal bus rides (00:45). GOP State Rep. Craig Fishbein joined us to talk about a new state audit on a massive backlog of state gun permit appeals cases (14:26). Former Bridgeport Democratic State…
Melissa in the Morning: Heads Up for Thanksgiving
From travel to shopping, there’s a lot to prepare for and scams to avoid. We spoke with Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli from the CT Department of Consumer Protection. Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz
Melissa in the Morning: AI Companion Ban?
Senator Richard Blumenthal is advocating for a ban on AI companions for children called The Guard Act. This is a bi-partisan effort in Washington DC on top of the ongoing fight to pass the Kids Online Safety Act. We learned more about it with Senator Blumenthal. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff
Melissa in the Morning: Latest Health Headlines
Ultra-processed food like fast food, ready-to-eat meals and protein bars are linked to harm in every major organ of the human body. That’s according to the world’s largest review of ultra-processed foods and their impact on global health. We spoke about this with Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health. We also talked about a new…
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Should Connecticut Start A “Public Option” Health Plan?
On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli wondered if it’s time for the State of Connecticut to offer a non-profit “public option” healthcare insurance plan to help folks who are being priced out of the Affordable Care Act – or “Obamacare” (00:53). Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang reacted after state regulators voted to block…
Melissa in the Morning: New Housing Bill Concerns
Coincidence? Connecticut Republicans and Fairfield County residents say “I don’t think so!” The New York Post just released an article questioning the new affordable housing bill passed in the special session last week. Does it effectively create a better housing situation for Connecticut residents, or did it get the green light too soon benefiting our…
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Listen at the start of every hour for breaking news updates from CBS News.
How to Listen
You can listen to WICC 600AM 959FM wherever you are and on any device — for free anytime, anywhere. VoiceofCT.com Listen on mobile, desktop or tablet with the WICC stream via the website. On the Road Driving is the perfect time to listen to your favorite morning show or to catch up on the latest…
Melissa in the Morning: Stepping Down
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that Office of Policy and Management (OPM) Secretary Jeffrey Beckham will be stepping down from his position at OPM effective December 5, 2025. We talked to WTNH political reporter, Mike Cerulli, about the significance of this announcement. We also talked about former Mayor Erin Stewart officially running for Governor. Image…
Melissa in the Morning: Dr. Manisha Juthani
The governor just signed a bill into law this week, that strengthens and improves resources in Connecticut for children’s behavioral health (HB 8004). We spoke with Dr. Manisha Juthani, Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Public Health. DPH is involved in a part of this behavioral health bill, including the section regarding school-based health centers.
Melissa in the Morning: 211 Infoline
For the first time in over a decade, Connecticut’s 211 Infoline needs a funding hike. Why and what has happened in the last 15 years prompting this ask? We asked Lisa Tepper Bates, President and CEO, United Way of Connecticut. The United Way of Connecticut contracts with the state to run the 211 service.
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Should Bus Rides On CT Transit Be Free?
Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli wondering if Connecticut should follow in the steps of some other cities and institute free municipal bus rides (00:45). GOP State Rep. Craig Fishbein joined us to talk about a new state audit on a massive backlog of state gun permit appeals cases (14:26). Former Bridgeport Democratic State…
Melissa in the Morning: Heads Up for Thanksgiving
From travel to shopping, there’s a lot to prepare for and scams to avoid. We spoke with Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli from the CT Department of Consumer Protection. Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz
Melissa in the Morning: AI Companion Ban?
Senator Richard Blumenthal is advocating for a ban on AI companions for children called The Guard Act. This is a bi-partisan effort in Washington DC on top of the ongoing fight to pass the Kids Online Safety Act. We learned more about it with Senator Blumenthal. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff
Melissa in the Morning: Latest Health Headlines
Ultra-processed food like fast food, ready-to-eat meals and protein bars are linked to harm in every major organ of the human body. That’s according to the world’s largest review of ultra-processed foods and their impact on global health. We spoke about this with Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health. We also talked about a new…
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Should Connecticut Start A “Public Option” Health Plan?
On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli wondered if it’s time for the State of Connecticut to offer a non-profit “public option” healthcare insurance plan to help folks who are being priced out of the Affordable Care Act – or “Obamacare” (00:53). Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang reacted after state regulators voted to block…
Melissa in the Morning: New Housing Bill Concerns
Coincidence? Connecticut Republicans and Fairfield County residents say “I don’t think so!” The New York Post just released an article questioning the new affordable housing bill passed in the special session last week. Does it effectively create a better housing situation for Connecticut residents, or did it get the green light too soon benefiting our…