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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

Homemade Cornbread

Homemade Cornbread

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup of sour cream 2 eggs (beaten) ½ cup oil 1 ½ cups creamed corn (white cream corn) 1 cup (polenta) corn meal 1 tablespoon baking powder RECIPE: Combine eggs, sour cream, oil and corn in a bowl – mix well Stir in corn meal and baking powder – mix well Pour in…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: They’re watching WHAAAAAT??

Melissa in the Morning: They’re watching WHAAAAAT??

1. Early Education Consultant, Liz Englander, talks about the television trend changes and what adults need to be aware of with what kids are watching. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Himes says it’s not frustrating, it’s infuriating! His thoughts hours after yet another mass shooting in the US. ((10:03)) 3. Five Connecticut health insurance carriers are urging…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Empty Open Jobs

Melissa in the Morning: Empty Open Jobs

1. Many local businesses are reporting the struggle to fill open job positions because people are benefiting from unemployment. Senator Blumenthal doesn’t see that data where that’s common. ((00:10)) 2. The Center for Family Justice wants you to get involved with an annual event and shares details on a new safe house coming to Bridgeport.…Continue Reading

Psychological Issues with Covid

Psychological Issues with Covid

Dr. Browne reflected on a new study this week showing one in three people experience psychological and neurological issues months after surviving covid. He talks about why people are experiencing anxiety, depression and mood swings and when those symptoms will go away. Also, we get an update on the Johnson and Johnson vaccine pause and…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: The Spinning Wheel of Doom

Melissa in the Morning: The Spinning Wheel of Doom

1. Science You May Not Know: Who forgot to press the rest button on Mars??? ((00:10)) 2. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe reflects on his 1996 meeting with Prince Philip. ((10:09)) 3. Milford Mayor Ben Blake talks about quick switch for vaccine clinics previously using J&J vaccine. ((19:18)) 4. Dan Onofrio of the BRBC talks…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Couples are Stressed!

Melissa in the Morning: Couples are Stressed!

1. Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, helps married couples build relationships despite the unknown ahead. ((00:10)) 2. Attorney Michelle Keuler talks about the gender gap and why she supports transparency for wages in the private sectors. ((13:29)) 3. Senator Bob Duff talks about gun laws in Connecticut and how they’re only as strong as our national…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Governor Lamont Stops By

Melissa in the Morning: Governor Lamont Stops By

1. Governor Lamont takes your questions surrounding the gas tax, migrant children concerns and middle class taxpayers. ((00:10)) 2. Dr. Gifford talks about the UK variant of covid and more testing in CT. ((15:59)) 3. Congressman Jim Himes talks about gun laws and if we need more focus on mental health. ((25:00)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock /…Continue Reading

Crab Dip in a Bread Bowl

Crab Dip in a Bread Bowl

Crab Dip: -8 oz crab sticks -8 oz cream cheese -1 cup of sour cream -Dash of lemon juice, garlic salt, Worcester sauce, shredded Monterey jack cheese for topping Mix all together in a bowl — and bake at 350 degrees for about 20-30 minutes Take loaf of bread or small loaves, take center out…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Theories from Millennials

Melissa in the Morning: Theories from Millennials

1. Dr. Browne addresses the biggest reasons why people in their 20’s and 30’s don’t get the vaccine and debunks false theories. ((00:00)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about Sikorsky aircrafts, GPS problems for trucks and a call to shut down fake covid news on social media. ((16:03)) 3. Zoo Minute: It’s National Zoo Lovers…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Everything Bridgeport!

Melissa in the Morning: Everything Bridgeport!

1. Mayor Joe Ganim talks about the effort behind “Make the Shift” — recruiting officers for the police department during controversial times. 2. BRBC President, Dan Onofrio, digs deeper into the Hornblower/Boatworks deal and what it means for the city. 3. FORE!! Let’s head to Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course open all season and now, inviting…Continue Reading