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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: Variant Confusion
1. Dr. Fred Browne discusses the variant detections in the US. It begs the question, if not travel related, how do we even know they started in countries like the UK and South Africa? ((00:00)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about covid money, his new role in Washington and the latest on a social security…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Does your Voice Matter?
1. That’s beginning to become a question for most CT residents? Another public hearing with timing restrictions…what’s the deal?? ((00:00)) 2. The Lt. Governor talks about food insecurity in the state and weighs in on popular pizza spots. ((14:00)) 3. Science You May Not Know: The Mars Mission touchdown tomorrow! ((23:30)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Missing Health Director
1. Scott Appleby comments on whether a missing health director is impacting the covid vaccine rollout. ((00:10)) 2. Westport looks ahead to the spring and what is happening for Memorial Day and beaches ((07:41)) 3. Milford Mayor Ben Blake talks about the business front in the city and how they broke a record in the…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Moving to Shelton?
1. Mayor Mark Lauretti explains why more people seem to be moving to Shelton in droves. ((00:10)) 2. Lt. Jim Perez looks at Amazon review scams and shares how to point one out before pressing ‘buy.’ ((09:32)) 3. The five love languages and why it changes a relationship. ((23:27)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Who’s paying & losing a job due to Public Option?
1. Senator Tony Hwang dives into the proposed public option for health care in Connecticut. Who will pay for this new coverage and why are brokers at risk of losing their jobs across the state? ((00:10)) 2. Officer Mike DeVito reiterates that “bored kids” aren’t the ones stealing purses and cars…these are criminals beating the…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: “That’s 90% false…what?”
1. Governor Lamont addressed covid questions but also claims car theft upticks could be a result of kids out of school…not quite what Melissa expected. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Himes admits the latest stimulus package is probably too big. ((14:24)) 3. Senator Kelly address this public option of health insurance and why it could drive brokers…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Stimulus Package
1. Senator Richard Blumenthal gives a clearer picture of this latest stimulus package in Washington. ((00:10)) 2. Lt. Governor talks about why women-owned and minority-owned businesses were jipped from loan opportunities and what they can do now. ((12:33)) 3. Lawmakers want to nix Daylight Savings Time in Connecticut…why Bill Jacquemin says it’s a GREAT idea!…… Continue Reading
Vaccine effectiveness and protecting kids
Dr. Browne breaks down the misconception when doctors see a vaccine is RESISTANT to a strain of covid. That does not mean it doesn’t work. So what does it mean? And a closer look at the future for children 16 years and younger. As you know, they have not been cleared to get the covid…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Split over Car Thefts
1. Rep. Jason Perillo explains why police have no choice in car thefts and why that’s a problem for you. ((00:10)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talks about covid vaccines for the 75+ population. ((08:26)) 3. The Red Cross needs volunteers and you can actually help from home! ((16:55)) 4. Science You May Not Know:…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Road Work Ahead
1. Ansonia landed two grants to help with two big projects. What are they and their importance? ((00:10)) 2. Stamford’s mayor talks about covid vaccine numbers and how to get your appointment after winter storm cancellations. ((06:29)) 3. February is the month of love and yet we don’t know how to handle controversy with love…how…… Continue Reading