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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

Community Inspiration: Vincent Carbone

Community Inspiration: Vincent Carbone

A local school teacher who had a near death experience found his love for art again. Then the pandemic hit and his hobby turned into a side job. Learn how Vincent Carbone turned what looked like doom and gloom into hope and success. IMAGE CREDIT: www.windowmoments.com https://audioboom.com/posts/7639235-community-inspiration-vincent-carboneContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: What Guys Need

Melissa in the Morning: What Guys Need

1. Marriage Coach, Bob Donovan, shares what guys look for in a healthy relationship. ((00:10)) 2. Leaving kids in a hot car. ((07:23)) 3. Response to the police accountability bill. ((13:40)) 4. What police worry about with the accountability bill. ((20:33)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Cooking with Claud: Lemon Bars

Cooking with Claud: Lemon Bars

Lemon Bars Recipe: 1. Make the crust (2 cups flour, ½ cup of confection sugar, corn starch, ¾ cup of butter – mix together) 2. Spray cookie sheet – smash crust on bottom and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes 3. Separately make the lemon mix — add four eggs, 1 1/2 cup of…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Statue Return?

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Statue Return?

1. Bridgeport City Council Members, Jeanette Herron and Michael DeFilippo of the 133rd District, share the plans to bring back the Christopher Columbus statue in Bridgeport. ((00:10)) 2. Dr. Browne talks about vaccine news and if toddlers should really wear masks in public. ((07:48)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: High School Sports Woe

Melissa in the Morning: High School Sports Woe

1. CIAC coach weighs in on what a potential 2020 season will look like during a pandemic. ((00:10)) 2. Local pediatric office shares what it looks like to bring kids back to the doctor. ((06:30)) 3. Griffin Hospital talks about obesity and why pandemic weight has to go. ((13:38)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Where is the statue going?

Melissa in the Morning: Where is the statue going?

1. Senator Richard Blumenthal talked about millions potentially going to nursing homes. ((00:10)) 2. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti talks about the possibility of the Columbus statue from Bridgeport coming to Shelton. ((07:12)) 3. The BBB talk about employment scams. ((13:16)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading