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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: Rock out this Holiday
1. Original and current member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Jeff Plate, talked about being part of this group and coming back to the stage after covid. ((00:10)) 2. We remember Brad Davis, a Connecticut broadcast legend. Our Paul Pacelli recalls his time co-hosting with him. ((08:59)) 3. Did you know the American Red Cross supports the…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: What Medicare Does And Doesn’t Cover
Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa the need for long term care and how to pay for it, and what Medicare covers. Image Credit: Eugene Zvonkov / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Social Security For Couples
Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa Social Security strategies for couples, and the adjustments for inflation. Image Credit: Zinkevych / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Social Security Needs
1. A new Social Security bill could change how the COLA is configured so that it better reflects costs that seniors experience. Max Richtman of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare explains. ((00:10))2. “Marriage is for Grown Ups” ((10:32))3. Crime on the Mind: holiday security tips ((23:04))4. The state is tackling mental…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Social Security Strategy
Russ Hackmann breaks down your questions on Social Security, including when you should decide to take it and what’s the risk that the system itself runs out of money. Image Credit: zimmytws / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Butter Beer
Ingredients:– Cream soda (2 liter chilld)– Caramel extract or vanilla extract or maple extract (1/2 teaspoon)– Butter extract (1/2 teaspoon)– 2 Cups of heavy whipping cream– 1/2 Cup of Butterscotch topping– 1/4 Cup of powdered sugar… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Will there be a Special Session?
1. Governor Lamont is calling for a crackdown on juvenile crime in CT but will a special session be coming? ((00:10))2. For the first time, Derby Mayor Dziekan came on the show and took listeners questions including those surrounding the senior center merge proposal. ((09:12))3. Congressman Himes talked about FEMA money following Ida. ((25:28))4. Senator…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Getting A Decent Return With Less Risk
Russ Hackmann concludes his discussion on annuities, and what ways investors can get a decent return with less risk, even with interest rates so low. Image Credit: BrianAJackson / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Is this ACTUALLY a big deal?
The CDC says some people may need a fourth COVID shot six months after getting a third dose of the vaccine. They’ve released new guidelines calling for a fourth shot for people who are immunocompromised, including transplant patients. Dr. Browne explains why a booster isn’t actually a big deal for this group of people. He…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Mill Rate Woes
1. Democratic Mayoral candidate Caroline Simmons addresses concerns about keeping the mill rate low in Stamford if elected. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal addresses the proposed billionaire tax and if there would be a trickle down effect for Connecticut business owners. ((13:21)) 3. Zoo Minute: BREAKING NEWS – there’s a new famous face on property!…… Continue Reading