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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: Obamacare is Broken
1. Senator Blumenthal argues with Melissa over repealing ACA but admits our healthcare system is broken. ((00:11)) 2. Dr. Fred Browne explains how rare it is to get covid twice in a calendar year…we think. ((10:17)) 3. The Beardsley Zoo weighs in about wildlife interaction after viral cougar video surfaced. ((17:17)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Cougar Man
1. Utah man who was approached by a cougar on a hike shares his experience after going viral nationwide. ((00:11)) 2. Milford cut through roads are causing concerns for neighbors, but police say the neighbors sometimes are to blame. ((06:41)) 3. Melissa geeks out over interviewing Bobby Valentine. ((12:50)) 4. Hemp bill gets the stamp…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Scammers on Prime Day
1. The BBB warns shoppers of scammers using a fake number on Prime Day to take your money and run. ((00:11)) 2. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe talks about downtown shops closing and how the town is staying afloat. ((07:45)) 3. Why is it so important to have a structured home and communicate more? ((15:11))…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: The Worry of Coming Out
1. In honor of National Coming Out Day, a renowned author shares his background of being a Baptist Christian and gay. ((00:11)) 2. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Boolbol shares why screenings are a matter of life or death. ((10:29)) 3. Marriage counselor, Bob Donovan, shares “what it’s like to be married to…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Pregnancy Loss
1. October is National Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Awareness month. Dr. Ronika Chowdery talks about breaking the stigma of guilt and how common miscarriages are. ((00:11)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes gives us the latest on the stimulus package and talks in Washington. ((13:57)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Fake vs. Real News
1. How do we determine what’s real and fake in the news? Journalism professor Richard Hanley gives his perspective on how to determine what’s worth listening to. ((00:11)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about the big tech companies and how we need to better protect ourselves because these companies won’t. ((15:02)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty…… Continue Reading
Are the President’s meds available?
After President Trump tweeted that the medication used for his covid diagnosis is available to all, many lashed out about it. We wanted to know what the possibility is for a severe covid case in Connecticut to be treated with the same treatments as the president. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Loneliness is REAL
1. Loneliness is a problem among senior citizens, a northeast company created a new website to help curb the problem. ((00:11)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talks about the future of UB, covid testing and illegal guns off the streets. ((07:11)) 3. Remembering Eddie Van Halen ((17:41)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Airport Status
1. Our social media consultant breaks down Netflix documentary “A Social Dilemma” and what that means for our society. ((00:11)) 2. The Connecticut Airport Authority talks about how Bradley International Airport is doing during the pandemic. ((11:40)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Infections in School
1. Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick weighs in about uptick in covid cases at Ludlowe High School but nothing at 15 other town schools. 2. Tanya Hughes of Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities talks about the importance of filling out the 2020 census and registering to vote. 3. Officer Mike DeVito talks about the…… Continue Reading