Melissa in the Morning: Bear Policies in CT

A mother black bear and two clubs crossing the highway in Juneau Alaska with approaching vehicle in the distant background.

Melissa in the Morning: Bear Policies in CT

1. After a mother bear was euthanized and her cubs relocated in the woods to survive on their own in Canton, many are furious! Annie Hornish, the Connecticut State Director of the Humane Society of the US, came on to share why she thinks DEEP dropped the ball. ((00:10))
2. Women trafficking is modern day slavery right here in Connecticut. We learned about a non-profit called Amirah and the work they do to help trafficked survivors. ((14:03))
3. Gas prices continue to surge and the president is trying to take action. We discussed it with Senator Blumenthal and asked why not a lot has been done. ((28:46))

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