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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: Travel Troubles?
1. Did you know AAA is also made up of travel agents? It may be a good resource during covid travel times. Fran Mayko explains. ((00:10))2. Is hoarding genetic or emotionally triggered? Counselor Julius Dudics told us the signs of hoarding and how to overcome the problem. ((15:16))3. Do you want to become unstuck in…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Top Cases of 2022
1. There are seven big cases pending in Connecticut that need your attention in 2022. Legal expert, Bill Bloss, touched on the significance of these cases and why delays in court are causing problems. ((00:10))2. As we enter a new year, there are two resolutions Lt. Jim Perez has for you. ((16:27))3. Fairfield First Selectwoman…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Recap 2021
1. We take a look back at the highs, lows and in-betweens on Melissa in the Morning this past year. ((00:10))2. Senator Blumenthal touched on airline industry returns and how to better protect non-profits working overseas. ((06:38))3. This week we celebrate Kwanzaa! We learned about the traditions from civic activist, Wayne Winston. ((14:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Teens Self-Diagnosing
1. TikTok has videos leading teens down a rabbit hole to determine if they suffer from different disorders. We talked to our social media consultant about this concern and how to clean out your online platforms in the new year. ((00:10))2. Why do people procrastinate? Counselor Julius Dudics talks about the problem with procrastination and…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: “He’s a Bully”
After what looks like a failed attempt to merge Derby and Ansonia schools, we find out why Derby is not for the proposal. Chair of BOE, Jim Gildea, shared what this truly means for Derby schools and how it makes the Ansonia Mayor look. ((00:10)) More and more schools are debating metal detectors following Hamden’s…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Vaccines and Testing
Dr. Browne answered our questions about covid vaccines, at home testing and latest on the omicron variant. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: “I think I’ve made it clear”
1. Senator Blumenthal addresses the backlash after attending an awards ceremony run by a communist party. ((00:10))2. Zoo Minute: adopting animals for the holiday and what to know ahead of time. ((09:18))3. Meet the weekend music men on WICC! Get to know Rob Ray and Chris Williams. ((17:15)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: 401Ks Replacing Traditional Pensions
Russ Hackmann concludes his discussion about 2021, and why it’s actually good for many that things have shifted from traditional pensions to 401K plans. Image Credit: AndreyPopov / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Blastoff on Christmas
At a mind boggling $10 Billion, the James Webb Telescope, NASA’s most expensive and most complex space telescope ever built, is set to launch from a spaceport on Christmas morning. We get the details from David Mestre in Science You May Not Know. ((00:10)) Following the Yankee Institute fiscal health report, the author addresses concerns…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: The Job Market And Inflation
Russ Hackmann breaks down the post-COVID job market, and what might happen with inflation in the new year. Image Credit: ablokhin / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading