Seaquest is a for-profit aquarium with a long track record of complaints about animal cruelty and guest injuries at all of their US locations. Connecticut’s only location shut down in August 2023 at the Trumbull Mall. There have been calls for years to shut the company down altogether and now, a shakeup in management could…
The Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut is sounding the alarm about con-artist contractors. A Connecticut man shared his story about a roofing scam that became an even bigger problem when the fraudsters also duped him with another alleged problem with the home. Kristen Johnson of the BBB shared tips to avoid these types of scams. Image…
The first evidence-based treatment of any kind for youth experiencing bullying, specifically weight-based bullying, now exists thanks to a group of researchers from Yale. We spoke with Dr. Janet Lydecker, assistant professor of psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, about cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) treatment aimed at victims of trauma stemming from bullying. Image Credit: Getty Images
August is National Immunization Awareness Month and with a couple weeks left before the new school year, we spoke with Dr. Magna Dias. She is the chair of Pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital and discussed the need for immunizations and addressed vaccine hesitancy. Image Credit: Getty Images
Last week, state Republicans called for a special session to tackle high electric rates in Connecticut. Lawmakers say its time for Governor Lamont to take a more aggressive role in working with lawmakers and utility companies to develop a reasonable strategy on energy. Senate Republican Leader Steve Harding broke down the proposal from his party…
HR Brew dropped a new article looking at the importance of interviewing. In the beginning of the August 9th write up:Apparently when it comes to slang and oversharing, the youngest generation in the workplace is not holding back…some recruiters see their behavior as unprofessional…For perspective on the do’s and don’t’s of job interviewing that young workers…
Empty Nesting is not simply a “phase of life.” Empty Nesting Syndrome is a medical issue typically detected after children move out of the house. But what many don’t realize is you don’t have to be a parent to struggle with this. And according to national statistics, the prevalence of depression among empty nesters was…
During our monthly check-in with CSCU Chancellor Terrence Cheng, we learned enrollment is significantly up compared to last year. What is driving the uptick ahead of the new academic year for Connecticut State community colleges and state universities? We also found out about new programs being offered on CSCU campuses this fall. IMAGE CREDIT: CSCU…
State election officials are investigating Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber and State Representative Jennifer Leeper. The investigation is over the use of the town Instagram account and claims that there were posts promoting political campaigns on the town account. The complaint was filed by Republican Town Committee Chair Laura Devlin who joined the show for…
The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage and needs your help. American Red Cross Connecticut Regional Executive, Richard Branigan, explained how we got to this crisis level and how dire the situation really is. To donate blood or platelets: Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) Image Credit:…