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Melissa in the Morning is hosted by Melissa Sheketoff who gathers top news headlines locally and nationally to keep WICC listeners in the know, delivering the information that matters most to you.
Every week, enjoy live interviews from state leaders, business owners and local experts. Melissa has recently connected with Governor Ned Lamont, who has agreed to take YOUR questions bi-weekly on the show. Consistently, Melissa also talks to U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Congressman Jim Himes, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and State Senator Tony Hwang. Local experts include infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health, Luke Frey from the Better Business Bureau, The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and Bridgeport Health Director Lisa Morrissey.
Enjoy original weekly segments like “Community Inspiration,” “Marriage Advice” and “Crime on the Mind.” Community Inspiration highlights Connecticut residents who live normal lives doing extraordinary things. Every week, you can meet people of all ages who are inspiring their community and loved ones through their work, outlook on life, actions and good deeds. Marriage advice is a bi-weekly check-in with relationship consultant, Bob Donovan, who gives tips to a healthy marriage and perspective for couples to think about. Crime on the Mind features Lt. James Perez from the Fairfield Police Department, who travels around the country teaching crime prevention to other police departments. He gives us the top crimes happening right now and tips for the public to stay safe and be proactive.
Plus, traffic every ten minutes and weather from our Chief Meteorologist Paul Piorek.
Recent posts
Melissa in the Morning: Sleep Deprived?
1. Whether the clocks changing, or your own anxiety keeps you up, how do we fix our sleep deprivation? Sleep medicine specialist, Dr. Christina Abavana shared her advice. ((00:10))2. Cyber security expert, Damon Petraglia, says he feels positive about America’s cyber crime vulnerability. What makes him feel so confident about it and how can you…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: The Latest with Governor Lamont
1. Governor Lamont stopped by to answer our latest state questions including zoning bills, pension troubles, state trooper numbers, carjacking situations and the gas tax. ((00:10))2. Governor Lamont’s $18 million in proposed funding to address domestic violence. Deb Greenwood of Center for Family Justice shares why this money is needed, especially after many were trapped…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Ukraine Missions
1. We met Robbie and Frank Pack, a Fairfield couple who have spent the last 22 years doing mission trips to Ukraine. What they’re doing to help since the Russian invasion. ((00:10))2. The federal government is awarding over $500,000 to clean up lobster traps in Long Island Sound. We found out why this effort is…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Detecting and Reporting Elder Abuse
1. After a Wallingford nursing home comes under fire, many want tips to detect and report elder abuse in facilities. Former district attorney, Paul Greenwood, shared ways to find a good place for your loved one and advocate for them. ((00:10)) 2. Kanye West is temporarily banned from Instagram. Regardless of drama, what does that…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Media in Russia
1. A video released by famed Arnold Schwarzenegger has gone viral with the intent to inform the Russian people about the truth of Ukraine. University of New Haven professor of history, Brad Woodworth, returned to the show to talk about media silencing and the woes of reporting in Russia. ((00:10))2. A fourth elderly person was…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Say Something Teachings
1. Say Something Week: Teaching it to students and adults — State Rep. Mary Welander ((00:10))2. The holiday gas tax still hasn’t happened…why? State Senator Kevin Kelly says a vote could come next Wednesday. ((17:06))3. As we head into spring break season, how do we stay healthy post peak covid? Dr. Hussain talked to us…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Say Something at College
1. Say Something Week: College students taking their teenage lessons to the campus life – Gary MacNamara of Sacred Heart University. ((00:10))2. Senator Richard Blumenthal is back from his trip to the Ukraine/Poland border. He shares the details. ((13:55))3. March is colorectal cancer awareness. We spoke with specialist Dr. Dan Lavy about screenings and why…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Middle School Mindset
1. Say Something Week: Bringing Awareness to Middle Schoolers — Michaela Durand of Trumbull Schools. ((00:10))2. Republican Jayme Stevenson, a former first selectman of Darien, announced her candidacy to unseat Congressman Jim Himes, a Democrat, in the 4th district. We hear her running plans. ((11:05))3. Science you may not know: Seeing inside a pyramid using…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Get Kids Thinking
1. Say Something Week: Teaching Kids to Spot the Signs — Nicole Hockley/Sandy Hook Promise ((00:10))2. We are getting a gas tax holiday but does it really make a difference in the big picture? Senator Ryan Fazio says absolutely not! ((11:32))3. Restaurant owners say they are still struggling two years after covid hit. We heard…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Spotting the Not Normal
1. Say Something Week: Looking for “not normal” — Lt. Jim Perez ((00:10))2. Senator Bob Duff talks about the gas tax elimination on the table up for discussion. ((16:58))3. There are public hearings today to talk about beach access and development projects near train stations across CT. ((26:49))4. Have you ever heard of the pink…… Continue Reading