Later this month, the annual Tower to Tunnel 5K is happening thanks to Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans. We spoke with Port 5 Executive Officer, Brian Turco, about the event and how it’s supporting homeless veterans in our area.
To sign up or donate: https://www.portfiveusa.com/
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Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another week on “Connecticut Today” looking at yet another public utility rate increase request that could affect over 250,000 customers (00:31). CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane dropped by to talk about what’s left for Connecticut’s D.C. lawmakers in the current session of Congress (07:17). Author and former CIA analyst David McClosky discussed his new book, “The Seventh Floor: A Novel” (12:39)
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Brigitte opened a Friday show with a discussion with singer Melissa Newman, daughter of Joanne Woodward and the late Paul Newman, about her upcoming appearance at the Wilton library this Sunday (00:00), while Alex Putterman of the CT Insider joined Brigitte as well for a chat about issues across the state, including Connecticut’s housing crisis (14:38)
The family of 6-year-old Jathan Escobar is blaming the Department of Children and Families for his death following a horrific domestic violence attack in Bridgeport. Senator Lisa Seminara, ranking senator on the Children and Human Services Committee, got a letter from DCF Commissioner on their involvement with the victims and spoke with us about the investigation into what could be a huge communication failure.
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The most recent state audit looking at procedures at the Connecticut Department of Correction had some alarming takeaways that taxpayers should know about. Investigative reporter, Jeff Derderian, did a deep dive into this report and shared key takeaways you should know about.
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The Price Is Right Live is coming to Toyota Oakdale Theatre on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Tickets are on sale at www.livenation.com
Enter to win a pair of tickets!
Contest open to Connecticut residents only. Must be at least 18 years of age or older to enter. One entry per person. Duplicate entries will be discarded. Tickets are digital so winner must have a smartphone and a valid email address to receive tickets.
A man accused of stabbing a Connecticut police officer during a traffic stop is being held on three-million-dollars bond and will face a judge today. CT State Police say Officer Tim Wright pulled over a vehicle in Woodbury during the daytime, was approached by the driver and stabbed in the neck. We spoke with Sgt. Luke Davis about the case and if there’s an alarming trend in this crime or if it’s par for the course for law enforcement.
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We were recently alerted about a ticket scam discovered at The Klein in Bridgeport. Turns out, it’s a scam happening at local theaters across the country. Laurence Caso, executive director of The Klein gave us the details about the ongoing scam and his calls for federal action on this matter.
To buy tickets and avoid scams, buy directly from The Klein at: https://www.theklein.org/
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New vape-detection technology has been rolled out and installed in only a handful of school districts across Connecticut. One of those districts is Norwalk. We spoke with Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Estrella, about their interest in the new tech and their goals for combatting youth vaping issues.
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Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with yet another report about the potentially dangerous situation at the U.S. Northern and Southern borders (00:27). CBS News reporter Chris Fox explained a major court case involving student hair styles (05:47), while “Only In Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi talked about the continuing Success Village controversy, as well as the national election (11:38)
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