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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: The Italian Side

Melissa in the Morning: The Italian Side

Chris Caruso from the Italian American Society of Greater Bridgeport weighs in on the Christopher Columbus statues coming down across Connecticut. He also touches on the sudden removal of the Columbus statue at Seaside Park. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Tree Troubles in Fairfield

Tree Troubles in Fairfield

Melissa spoke with First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick in Fairfield to find out what REALLY happened with the Tree of Hope on the town green. After a facebook post erupted with hundreds of comments, Melissa got the real answer behind removing banners with America’s colors and the patriotic tree…turns out, it was permitting. Listen for more!…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: What needs to happen NOW

Melissa in the Morning: What needs to happen NOW

1. Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities addresses the need to vote, talk and make change. ((00:10)) 2. Bridgeport will offer free meals: morning noon and night! ((09:18)) 3. What are CT lawmakers tackling in special session coming up? ((14:33)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Quarantine Woes

Melissa in the Morning: Quarantine Woes

1. Melissa’s brother weighs in on Florida resident quarantine ((00:10)) 2. Chief Thode talks about fireworks safety. ((07:38)) 3. Dr. Browne talks Men’s Health month ((14:04)) 4. Buzzing for Pollinator Week ((21:13)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus https://audioboom.com/posts/7616355-melissa-in-the-morning-new-quarantinesContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Pets and Fireworks

Melissa in the Morning: Pets and Fireworks

1. Local vet discusses pet anxiety with fireworks. ((00:10)) 2. Community Inspiration, local artist, Shanna Melton ((07:32)) 3. Discovering water on the moon! ((15:09)) 4. Creating baskets for kids. ((23:35)) –> Contact Lindsey if you want to get involved with Summer Fun: [email protected] IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Illegal Fireworks

Melissa in the Morning: Illegal Fireworks

1. Fairfield Fire Dept. talks illegal fireworks. ((00:10)) 2. The importance of in-person meetings ((08:43)) 3. How stress and depression impact marriages ((14:36)) 4. Triple A launched new site that helps with pandemic travel ((21:44)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading