Melissa in the Morning: Driving Standards

Melissa in the Morning: Driving Standards

We talked about wrong way drivers with law enforcement expert, Gary MacNamara, and things you should do to protect yourselves. But we also started discussing the need to retest for your license or even get refresher courses. ((00:00)) As we celebrate Black History Month, we highlighted local Christian rapper, Zabbai. He shared his story of…

Melissa in the Morning: Guns at CT Schools

Melissa in the Morning: Guns at CT Schools

2023 is proving to be a challenging year with guns in Connecticut schools. A Hamden student is accused of bringing a gun to his school and hiding it in a closet. We spoke with our news partners, Ken Houston, about the latest on the investigation. ((00:00)) Fairfield University is being recognized on a national level…

Melissa in the Morning: Valentine Scams

Melissa in the Morning: Valentine Scams

One week before Valentines Day, the BBB is warning lovers to be careful of scammers. From online shopping to texting fraudsters, there’s a lot to keep an eye out for. We spoke with Kristen Johnson about trending issues and how to protect yourselves. ((00:00)) Julie on the Job: unemployment data shows there are more jobs…

Melissa in the Morning: Adam’s House

Melissa in the Morning: Adam’s House

Adam’s House in Shelton is providing free grief counseling in eight week periods to CT families dealing with loss. We spoke with both the founder of the non-profit and the Director of Corporate Relations about their work and how families are being transformed. ((00:00)) Both sides of the aisle weigh in on what’s happening during…

Cooking with Claud: Roasted Pear and Butternut Squash Soup

Cooking with Claud: Roasted Pear and Butternut Squash Soup

Serves 6 people INGREDIENTS:— 8 pears (peeled, cored and diced)— 1 butternut squash (peeled, seeded and cubed)— 1/2 red onion cut into wedges— 2 peeled garlic cloves— 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary— 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil— 1 tsp. ground black pepper— 1/2 tsp. salt— 1 carton chicken or vegetable broth PREHEAT OVEN TO 400…

Melissa in the Morning: All Things Doctor

Melissa in the Morning: All Things Doctor

Today is National Women Physicians Day meant to honor women doctors across the country. We spoke with Dr. Robin Oshman, the President of the Fairfield County Chapter of the American Women’s Medical Association. She shared the statistics on women in the medical field and how their practices differ from male doctors. ((00:00)) February 3rd recognizes…

Melissa in the Morning: Valley Fever

Melissa in the Morning: Valley Fever

We don’t talk much about valley fever here in Connecticut but now we are. The issue which typically plagues people in the southwest is now reportedly spreading and is expected to reach the east by the end of the century. Dr. Browne shares why it’s spreading and everything we need to know about it. He also…

Melissa in the Morning: Postpartum Psychosis

Melissa in the Morning: Postpartum Psychosis

After a Massachusetts mother allegedly killed her three children, her husband revealed his wife was struggling severely from a mental condition. Doctors say it was likely postpartum psychosis. Dr. Andre Newfield with Hartford Healthcare says this is incredibly rare and shared the difference between postpartum psychosis and postpartum depression. ((00:00)) Senator Richard Blumenthal spoke about…

Melissa in the Morning: Lockdowns for Youngsters

Melissa in the Morning: Lockdowns for Youngsters

We did a three week series with education consultant, Liz Englander, on the need for lockdown protocols for children under the age of 5. She broke down what this looks like for preschools, nursery schools and daycare centers.  IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Life Saving Donations

Melissa in the Morning: Life Saving Donations

So many times, listeners will say, “I want to know where my dollars go, or in this case, I want to know who’s receiving the blood I donate.” And a lot of times we don’t have a specific name or story to give you. But today, we had the honor of highlighting a local mom…