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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: Stocks And Risk
Russ Hackmann discusses financial risk and how much stock market risk to take. Image Credit: Алексей Белозерский / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: We’re in HOW MUCH DEBT??
A new study by Yankee Institute shows that all 169 municipalities are in debt and taxpayers are footing the bill. What are you ACTUALLY paying for and how fiscally healthy is your town? ((00:10)) Eversource is prepping for the winter months but are they concerned about worker shortages? ((15:33)) There’s a call to have a…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Taking Stock Of Risk
As the year winds down, Russ Hackmann explains the steps to take to check risk, especially if you’ve made financial gains this year. Image Credit: Fokusiert / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Kugel
1. Egg noodles boiled and drained – then put in greased casserole dish2. 1-1 ½ sticks of butter added3. Add crushed pineapple (1 can and only half juice with fruit)4. Add raisins 5. In separate bowl, put 6 eggs, 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 cup sour cream. Mix then pour over kugel and mix everything together6. Top with cinnamon7. Bake for about…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Covid in Connecticut
1. Governor Lamont took our state questions but also gives us the latest on covid. ((00:10))2. The CT Audobon Society shared its latest report on bird populations and why Connecticut needs to care more. ((14:20))3. Congressman Jim Himes talks about medication price hikes. ((28:39)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Increase Your Nest Egg In 2022
Russ Hackmann recaps all the ways you can increase your nest egg in 2022. Image Credit: Leonidas Santana / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Omicron Variant
Dr. Browne talked about the new variant and if the vaccine can fight it. He also touched on boosters and why our infection rate is going up all of a sudden. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus … Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Abortion Laws
1. Eyes are on the Supreme Court and the handling of Roe v. Wade. Senator Blumenthal weighs in on the conversation. ((00:10))2. A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened in Darien this morning. Alberto Pillot shared how it helps Connecticut residents affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. ((10:04))3. Trees of Hope is back in New…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Steps For Business Owners To Reduce Taxes
Today, Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa steps that business owners can take to reduce their current taxes if they are having good years. Image Credit: FabrikaCr / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Hit by a Meteorite
1. 67 years ago, an Alabama housewife was hit by a meteorite during an afternoon nap. David Mestre of Science you may not Know shares the anniversary significance. ((00:10))2. As the nation’s most frequent disaster, home fires have remained a constant threat during the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Red Cross shared why they’ve seen a…… Continue Reading