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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

How Long Haulers can Recover

How Long Haulers can Recover

Dr. Browne responds to the claims about long term after effects of covid-19 for younger victims. He also gives information on how to overcome those ailments. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Long Haulers Exist

Melissa in the Morning: Long Haulers Exist

1. Dr. Saul of Bridgeport Hospital talks about long haulers discovery and why young people are having long term issues after covid. ((00:11)) 2. Westport sees uptick in student numbers, we hear from first selectman about what this means for potential outbreaks. ((07:04)) 3. Science you may not Know: Bennu ((14:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: High School Football

Melissa in the Morning: High School Football

1. Daniel Hand football coach reacts to CIAC decision for no contact football. ((00:11)) 2. Senator Tony Hwang thinks the tennis match decision for football was ridiculous ((15:09)) 3. How to curb bullying in schools during a pandemic. ((24:44)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Cooking with Claud: SHEKherd’s Pie

Cooking with Claud: SHEKherd’s Pie

Melissa’s mom shares her twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie but with souffléd potatoes: 1. Make mashed potatoes; Claud prefers a mix of packaged and real potatoes mixed with butter and milk. Once done, set aside. 2. Pan fry chopped meat and onion 3. Then add french green beans ( cut in half) and chopped…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Police Union dives into Recent Vote

Melissa in the Morning: Police Union dives into Recent Vote

Executive Director of the State Police Union talks about the recent vote of no confidence. ((00:07)) Senator Richard Blumenthal does not believe our state officers will disappear or stop working hard despite reform law. ((15:00)) September is National Preparedness Month — what YOU need to know! ((22:00)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Flu Vaccines

Melissa in the Morning: Flu Vaccines

1. Why to get flu vaccines and is it safe during the pandemic? ((00:07)) 2. The Red Cross REALLY needs volunteers here and across the country. ((05:50)) 3. CT State Police are out in full force starting tonight for Labor Day Weekend patrols. ((11:40)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: When to ACTUALLY get screenings

Melissa in the Morning: When to ACTUALLY get screenings

1. Norwalk Hospital talks about colon cancer and when to actually start getting screenings for prevention. ((00:07)) 2. UConn Senior shares his experience with being back at school and distanced learning measures. ((09:06)) 3. Triple A can help you out with free online lessons worth school credit! ((15:35)) Website for classes: https://tinyurl.com/AAAdistancelearning IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: A Need of Body Cams

Melissa in the Morning: A Need of Body Cams

1. Officer Mike DeVito talks about the importance of body cameras for all departments. ((00:07)) 2. Back to school options for working parents and what happens to colleges? ((08:40)) 3. Are actors and athletes right in sharing opinions on the job? ((20:00)) Image: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

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