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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: Covid Boosters or Shots
Dr. Browne talks about the misconception of the word “booster” and the chances of needing another. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Gas Prices and US Resources
1. Stop mentioning barrels of oil, what about using US resources to bring gas prices down? Senator Richard Blumenthal calls that an excellent question then explains why it comes down to the oil companies making that decision. ((00:10))2. With gas prices, inflation, the Russian attack and the fallout from covid, what is the future for…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: The State of our Highways
1. Have you noticed speeding, erratic drivers across Connecticut? State police give us a report card on our highway safety and recruitment numbers. ((00:10))2. The prices at the pump continue to climb but how do you know you aren’t being duped? Attorney General William Tong shared with us what to do if you suspect price…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Bird Flu in Connecticut
1. It’s very rare but bird flu has been detected in Connecticut. We talked to the Commissioner of the Dept. of Agriculture, Bryan Hurlburt, about the recent issue. ((00:10))2. A new article looked at social media and the impacts it has on adults. Krista Carnes says depression and anxiety can be driven by overuse of…… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: St. Paddy’s Cake
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, here is an angel food ice cream cake!… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: A Scrambling Putin
1. We asked our latest questions about Russia and Ukraine to Congressman Himes. One point we focused on was the ‘David and Goliath’ storyline playing out overseas and what that means for Putin. ((00:10))2. What’s the latest on the school construction investigation in Connecticut? Senator Kevin Kelly explains. ((15:40))3. Governor Lamont tackled tax cuts, the…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: What You Need To Know About Roth Accounts
Russ Hackmann sums up everything you need to know about about Roth accounts. Image Credit: Piotrekswat / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Long Haulers
1. Doctors say 20% of patients who contract covid end up being long haulers. Dr. Passalacqua treats these patients and talks about the symptoms after covid. ((00:10))2. March is Red Cross Month and the Connecticut chapter explained the difference from covid’s beginnings to now. ((13:55))3. Science you may not Know: Extracting materials from space and…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Bird Flu
State officials are warning after a dangerous strain of the bird flu was found in a backyard flock of birds in New London County. No human cases of the strain have been reported in the state. Dr. Browne explained how bird flu spreads and the threats to be aware of. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Danbury School Masks
1. In a reversal decision this week, we learned about what led to Danbury dropping the school mask mandate. BOE member Michelle Coelho stopped by. ((00:10))2. The latest on Russia and Ukraine, we spoke with Senator Blumenthal. ((09:19))3. Zoo Minute: World Wildlife Day ((19:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading