Melissa in the Morning: #Desperate

Melissa in the Morning: #Desperate

There’s a viral trend on LinkedIn turning heads, especially potential employers. Gen-Z users are posting the banner #Desperate to their profile pictures hoping to capture the attention of managers of potential jobs. We asked our career strategist, Julie Bauke, if this is a good idea or a career killer. Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Flagman Elementary Students

Melissa in the Morning: Flagman Elementary Students

Flagman Inc. is a non-profit traffic safety campaign focused on raising awareness about roadside dangers first responders and highway workers face. The organization has started bringing educational programs into Connecticut schools including Fairfield in 2023. Now, the group has expanded to Milford and Seymour! We spoke with the founder of Flagman Inc., Cindy Iodice, and…

Melissa in the Morning: Stillbirth Support

Melissa in the Morning: Stillbirth Support

Stillbirth affects about 1 in 175 births, and each year about 21,000 babies are stillborn in the United States. This month is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Leslie Shannehan is a volunteer at Bridgeport Hospital, working with mothers who have lost an infant. She shared ways the hospital is helping parents grieve the loss…

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – More Natural Gas Please!

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – More Natural Gas Please!

Host Paul Pacelli opened another week on “Connecticut Today” pointing to one state that Connecticut could take a tip from regarding long term energy security (00:35). CBS News reporter Robert Berger joined us live from Jerusalem to mark one year since the Hamas attack on Israel (05:37). CT Inside Investigator reporter Katherine Revello explained a…

Melissa in the Morning: Mayor Erin Stewart

Melissa in the Morning: Mayor Erin Stewart

New Britain Mayor, Erin Stewart, announced she will not run for re-election and seek a seventh term in office. We got to know Mayor Stewart’s impressive political journey, how she became a leader who is loved by people on both sides of the aisle and if she plans to run for governor in 2026. IMAGE…

Melissa in the Morning: Attorney Barry Knot

Melissa in the Morning: Attorney Barry Knot

We met the receiver of Success Village, Attorney Barry Knot. He oversees the finances and management for the 924-unit complex between Bridgeport and Stratford. Learn about his lengthy practice in law, his goals for Success Village and the challenges he’s already faced just one week into the receivership deal. Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

Melissa in the Morning: I Paid for What?!

Melissa in the Morning: I Paid for What?!

On the surface, it sounds like a great opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day at Connecticut’s only zoo for free. But as you dig deeper to learn how this event was paid for, some state lawmakers are calling the event a slap in the face to utility ratepayers. We spoke to Senator Steve Harding about…

Melissa in the Morning: 5K for Homeless Veterans

Melissa in the Morning: 5K for Homeless Veterans

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/ Image Credit: Getty Images

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Another Utility Rate Increase Request

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Another Utility Rate Increase Request

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…

Newsline With Brigitte Quinn – Melissa Newman (Yes, Paul’s Daughter)

Newsline With Brigitte Quinn – Melissa Newman (Yes, Paul’s Daughter)

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…