Melissa in the Morning: EV Mandate off the Table…for Now

Melissa in the Morning: EV Mandate off the Table…for Now

Have you noticed we haven’t heard anything really about electric vehicles during this legislative session so far? We learned Connecticut Democrats recently hit the pause button on an EV mandate. Why the change of heart, what’s happening behind closed doors and are industry leaders a big reason for hitting the brakes? We asked State Senator…

Melissa in the Morning: Post Super Tuesday…Now What?!

Melissa in the Morning: Post Super Tuesday…Now What?!

As you know, Nikki Haley suspended her Republican presidential primary bid. So, what does that really mean for voters in Connecticut ahead of the election later this year; especially independent and unaffiliated voters? We spoke with Scott McLean, professor of political science at Quinnipiac University. Image Courtesy of Scott McLean

Melissa in the Morning: The Future of the Trumbull Mall

Melissa in the Morning: The Future of the Trumbull Mall

“Don’t think of it as a mall; think of it as a district within the town of Trumbull.” THIS is the new concept for the future of the Trumbull Mall. Earlier this week, town officials and residents met to hear updated studies on the property and hear suggestions about what can go in that space…

Melissa in the Morning: Red Cross Month

Melissa in the Morning: Red Cross Month

March marks the annual Red Cross Month which has been around for more than 80 years. We learned the history of the Red Cross and how much volunteers have done in just the last year for Connecticut. We also got an update on our blood donation crisis in the country. We spoke with Richard Branigan,…

Melissa in the Morning: New Speeding Enforcement

Melissa in the Morning: New Speeding Enforcement

The Connecticut Department of Transportation, state police and local law enforcement are working together to crack down on excessive speeding on our roadways. But this time, the focus is on rural roads across the state. Right now, through the end of May, a new initiative is detecting speeders and educating them on the dangers of…

Melissa in the Morning: Helping Junior get Career Happy

Melissa in the Morning: Helping Junior get Career Happy

According to The Wall Street Journal, 52% of college graduates have jobs that don’t require a degree. More and more studies are showing that a college degree is not always a game changer in the career game. So, why is there still the misconception that college is a non-negotiable? And is the advice are we giving…

Melissa in the Morning: The Story isn’t Over

Melissa in the Morning: The Story isn’t Over

The 2023 Bridgeport mayoral election may finally be over. But the bigger issue of voter fraud still lingers and questions surrounding shady politics are still unanswered. Just how long has election fraud been a problem in the park city and what needs to happen at the state level to create accountability for clean elections? We…

Melissa in the Morning: Major Merger News

Melissa in the Morning: Major Merger News

Nuvance Health and Northwell Health, two nonprofit, mission-driven healthcare organizations, announced a merger serving communities across two states. Northwell and Nuvance Health reported they will combine the strengths of both organizations and advance the level of care for patients in New York and Connecticut. The new regional system will bring greater access to primary, specialty…

Melissa in the Morning: What Scams are making the Most Money?

Melissa in the Morning: What Scams are making the Most Money?

The Better Business Bureau just released its 2023 Risk Report showing the top scams in the nation. The top three scams earning the most money from victims include investment, employment and online shopping. Kristen Johnson of the BBB shared why those scams are the most successful and how to protect yourselves from them. She also…

Melissa in the Morning: Our Farming Report Card

Melissa in the Morning: Our Farming Report Card

The new census of agriculture was released this month. The report is conducted every five years and our Department of Agriculture looked at Connecticut’s farming numbers and operational costs. Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt explains why our farm numbers have dropped slightly and why the cost to produce farm fresh products has gone up substantially. Also, find…