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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
Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth: Black Rock Bait & Tackle
Ryan King is the co-owner of Black Rock Bait and Tackle. That is one of the many locations to register for the tournament and a weigh-in station to see how heavy your blue is. … Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Hearing Aids
1. People with hearing loss could soon buy hearing aids without needing to have an exam, prescription or special fitting first. Will this result in a drop in hearing aid prices? If so, why has it taken so long to do this? For perspective, turn to Paul Seegert, a managing partner at PCS Advisers, a health benefits consulting…… Continue Reading
The Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth: Joe Gallo
We kicked off Bluefish Countdown Week with last year’s winner, Joe Gallo. He told us the story of catching the heaviest bluefish during the greatest bluefish tournament on earth, back in 2021. … Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Elderly Housing
1. Bridgeport City Councilwoman Michelle Lyons of the 134th District is calling on the Bridgeport Catholic Diocese to build additional elderly housing on its property at 238 Jewett Avenue in the North End of Bridgeport. We spoke with Lyons and retired Judge Carmen Lopez who’s been giving legal advice on the situation. ((00:10))2. Republican candidate…… Continue Reading
Connoisseur Cares: The Boys & Girls Village
We spoke with President and CEO, Kimberly Shaunesey, about the non-profit and how it’s grown in 80 years!… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Corn Quiche
RECIPE:1. Pie crust — bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees.2. Pan fry chopped onions, cooked (leftover) corn or frozen corn, home fries and cooked bacon (already crumbled)3. Once cooked, add to pie crust along with 3 eggs, 2 cups of heavy cream4. Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees or until top is golden…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Uphill Math Battle
1. Bedtime Math Foundation is launching Be Part of the Equation, a nationwide campaign that awakens parents to the ongoing math education crisis affecting the next generation. Bedtime Math President and Founder, Laura Overdeck, talked about it and the change in math teaching. ((00:10))2. City councilwoman, Maria Pereira, has been accused of refering to another council member…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: ALICE for Schools
1. The East Haven school district recently adopted the ALICE initiative for their teachers, faculty and students. It’s a combination of training and tool buckets to better secure people in an active shooter situation. Learn more about it here. ((00:10))2. There are already thousands of monkeypox cases in the US and many health experts are…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Fire Dangers
1. Connecticut’s fire danger is currently listed as “extreme to high.” Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards gave us tips to avoid brush and forest fires while we live in such dry conditions. ((00:10))2. America continues to have a gender wage gap in the workplace. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, gave women tips to narrow the gap.…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Supporting Veterans
1. Have you heard of New Haven Vet Center? They offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Gabe Kautzner with the Vet Center shares all the details. ((00:10))2. The governor announced millions of dollars to be invested in the nursing industry in Connecticut. Marcia Proto…… Continue Reading