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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
Financial News You Can Use: Converting To Roth
Russ Hackmann explains how people can figure out whether converting to Roth makes financial sense. Image Credit: syahrir maulana / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Retirement And Roth Acccounts
Russ Hackmann explains to Melissa how retired people can use Roth accounts. Image Credit: outline205 / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Rolling out the Red Carpet
1. Hollywood is rolling out the red carpet for a pair of Connecticut sisters. Meet the owners of The Power to B bracelets. www.ThePowertoB.com ((00:10))2. Ansonia named their permanent chief of police, Wayne Williams. We spoke with him about the promotion and his thoughts on the climate around law enforcement. ((08:17))3. Counselor, Julius Dudics, talks…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Who Can Use Roth Accounts?
Russ Hackmann discusses how to get get money into a Roth account, and if it can only be while you’re working. Image Credit: Ta Nu / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: The Weight of Social Security
1. Without Social Security, 50% of Black Americans would be living in poverty. That’s according to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare. President, Max Richtman, talked about the new data and the goal of it. ((00:10))2. We hear from both sides of the aisle about what’s happening with the legislative session. Senators…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Are Roth Accounts Just Another Form Of IRA?
Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa whether or not Roths are another form of IRA, and whether or not they can grow tax free. Image Credit: zimmytws / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Chicken with Pan Sauce
((For four servings)) INGREDIENTS:– 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts– 1/4 teaspoon salt– 1/4 teaspoon pepper– 5 tablespoons of butter– 2/3 cup dry white wine– 1/2 cup chicken broth– 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot (2) or onion– 2 tablespoons whipping cream or skim milk… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: “They’re gonna lose”
1. Congressman Himes came on the show to talk about the latest on the Russia attack in Ukraine. He sadly told us “Ukraine is going to lose, it’s an unfair battle.” ((00:10))2. Breeze Airways is adding a base to a CT airport. We get the latest details from the Connecticut Airport Authority. ((09:32))3. A number…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Investment Strategies During High Inflation
Russ Hackmann breaks down all the investment strategies you can use during periods of high inflation. Image Credit: nespix / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Attack on Ukraine
1. Russian troops have invaded Ukraine. Senator Richard Blumenthal weighed in on what’s happening and why sanctions weren’t in place ahead of the attack. ((00:10))2. Have you ever heard of awake spinal surgery? Dr. Yanamadala is one of ten surgeons who perform the procedure and he told us about doing the first one in the…… Continue Reading