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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: The Pros And Cons Of Annuities
Today, Russ Hackmann breaks down investing with less downside risk, annuities, and their similarities to a private pension. Image Credit: Tinnakorn Jorruang / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Who Foots the Bill?
1. West Haven Mayor Nancy Rossi addressed the scandal involving missing covid funds. Once the money amount is accounted for…who’s footing the bill? ((00:10))2. Last minute questions for Mayor David Martin in his final days as Stamford mayor. ((15:34))3. How do we overcome the feeling of loneliness? Counselor, Julius Dudics, gave us some tips. ((25:21))…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Can Retirees Get An Investment Return With Less Risk?
Russ Hackmann tells Melissa about those who are close, or in, retirement, to get an investments return with less risk. Image Credit: RossHelen / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Countdown to the General Election
1. Republican mayoral candidate, Barry Lee Cohen, talked about his platform to better development plans for West Haven if elected. ((00:10)) 2. Democratic mayoral candidate, David Eldridge, talked about development plans and handling the bus company issues. ((08:49))3. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick says “removing the RTM’ in Fairfield is premature and NOT confirmed. Plus, the latest…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: Risk Management Investing
Russ Hackmann lets us know the ins and out of investing and the age people should think about risk management. Image Credit: Thanumporn Thongkongkaew / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Swordfish
1. Rinse and drain your fish then put in baking dish.2. Bake at 350 degrees and cook for about 20 minutes or until flaky.3. In a separate bowl, mix:– 1/2 cup of mayonnaise – Capers– Dill– 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard– Lemon peel– Pepper4. Put dressing on the fish and continue to cook fish for 15…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: “That’s what Ted does”
1. A comment made by Texas Senator Ted Cruz didn’t sit well with Congressman Himes. Here’s what he said about an immigrant entry port in Greenwich. ((00:10))2. Ahead of the cold months, how can you save on energy bills? Mitch Gross of Eversource gave us some tips! ((06:38))3. We met the Republican Mayoral Candidate in…… Continue Reading
Financial News You Can Use: The Future Of Cryptocurrencies
Russ Hackmann explains what the future holds as pertains to cryptocurrencies like BitCoin. Image Credit: urfinguss / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Misleading Headlines
After news broke that General Colin Powell passed away, news outlets focused on two things: he had covid and was vaccinated. Dr. Browne debunked the worries and accusations around this headline. Plus, the FDA gave the thumbs up to mixing and matching covid booster shots. What you need to know! IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Somebody’s Watching Me…
1. Reports say 80% of US households have at least ONE smart tv. Our cyber security expert, Vahid, shares how you could be at risk and how to better protect yourself. ((00:10))2. There are a lot of efforts to preserve Remington Woods between Bridgeport and Stratford. Senator Blumenthal is behind that effort as well! He…… Continue Reading