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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 frequent talks with Governor Ned Lamont, Attorney General William Tong, Comptroller Sean Scanlon and other state department leaders. She also has consistent check-in’s with leaders in Washington, including U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Congressman Jim Himes. At the hyper local level, Melissa also talks to local leaders, including state senators, representative, mayors and first selectmen.
Outside of politics, local experts featured on the show weekly include infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health, career strategist, Julie Bauke, and law enforcement officials including crime prevention expert, Jim Perez.
And as a news reporter, Melissa does investigative reporting on local stories. In 2024, Melissa was the first and only Connecticut reporter for weeks to tackle a hot water and heating issue at Success Village in Bridgeport and Stratford, impacting thousands of residents. She also exposed severe issues with Bridgeport’s education system, including issues with the Board of Education and superintendent. She also answered dozens of calls from Fairfield residents about a childcare center abruptly set to shut down and her work led to a delay in that decision helping dozens of families find care.
Plus, traffic every ten minutes and weather from our Chief Meteorologist Paul Piorek.
Recent posts

Financial News You Can Use: How To Contribute To A Roth Via Your 401K
Russ Hackmann explains to Melissa how people working can contribute to a Roth via their 401k, and if that makes sense with regards to taxes. Image Credit: designer491 / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Travel Woes
1. There’s going to be a 13% bump in Thanksgiving travel. Fran Mayko tells us the trends and also touches on the issues with clocks going back. ((00:10))2. There are millions of people who struggle with addiction, but only 10% seek help. Counselor, Julius Dudics, talked about why that is. ((11:57))3. Mayor David Cassetti is…… Continue Reading

Financial News You Can Use: How Age Determines How You Think About Roth Accounts
Russ Hackmann explains more on Roth accounts – who can get money into these accounts and the difference between how younger people should think about them versus those closer to retirement. Image Credit: designer491 / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: HAPPY BIRTHDAY WICC!
1. WICC turns 95! We paid tribute to the major milestone for the station. ((00:10))2. November marks pancreatic cancer awareness month. So, what is it and why is it so lethal? Dr. Richard Frank answered our questions. ((09:12))3. Two Fairfield teachers held at gunpoint sparked more conversation about youth crime in CT. ((16:20))4. STEM programs…… Continue Reading

Financial News You Can Use: What Are Roth Accounts And How Do You Get Into One?
Russ Hackmann breaks down what Roth accounts are and how to get your money into one. Image Credit: z1b / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Financial News You Can Use: What Can You Do To Pay For Long Term Care
Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa what people can do to pay for long term care, and whether life insurance is the solution. Image Credit: Atstock Productions / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Covid Vaccines for Youngsters
The Pfizer covid vaccine for kids 5-11 years old is rolling out nationwide. Dr. Browne eases parental fears and debunks conspiracy theories around the shot. He also explained why kids seem to be so sick this fall!IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Financial News You Can Use: Long Term Care Concerns
Russ Hackmann breaks down what happens for those who need long term care but won’t be able to pay for it, and what insurance they can get. Image Credit: smartstock / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Rock out this Holiday
1. Original and current member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Jeff Plate, talked about being part of this group and coming back to the stage after covid. ((00:10)) 2. We remember Brad Davis, a Connecticut broadcast legend. Our Paul Pacelli recalls his time co-hosting with him. ((08:59)) 3. Did you know the American Red Cross supports the…… Continue Reading

Financial News You Can Use: What Medicare Does And Doesn’t Cover
Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa the need for long term care and how to pay for it, and what Medicare covers. Image Credit: Eugene Zvonkov / iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading