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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: Dial Back Workaholism
Here are some statistics that can make it easier to determine if YOU are a workaholic:Data shows in 54% of cases, workaholics prioritize work before their personal lives; in 51% of cases, they worry about work, even on a day off. In 50% of cases, they have difficulties switching off while on vacation, or they…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Workaholic or Hard Worker?
A Washington Post article recently highlighted the difference between workaholics and hard workers. It reported roughly 15 percent of workers in America are considered workaholics. Employment attorney and law professor, Gary Phelan, defined the difference between the two and how to dial it back if it’s causing more harm than good in your personal life. Image Credit:…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: This One’s for the Ducks!
How did the family of ducks cross the road? State Police…that’s how! It’s no joke, a mother duck and her babies apparently got stuck on Interstate 91 in Connecticut. We learned how a team effort from troopers, a DMV official and animal control saved the day! Sgt. Luke Davis shared the details on WICC. Image…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Americans with Disabilities Anniversary
We are marking the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Catherine Spain with the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities shared the history of ADA, the scope of it, and who in Connecticut has directly been impacted by it. For more information: ada.gov Image Credit: Getty Images… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Step Up for the Brave
It’s the tenth year for the annual Step Up for the Brave event, benefitting Homes for the Brave. We spoke with the executive director of HFTB, Vince Santilli, about the upcoming fundraiser, who should sign up, and where your dollars go specifically, for local veterans. For more information: homesforthebrave.org Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Drilling in Milford?
Imagine traveling from New York to Boston in around 100 minutes. Legal representative for Save the Sound, Roger Reynolds, discussed the possibility of a high-speed train which apparently includes digging a 16-mile tunnel and how this would affect the sound. Image Credit: Getty Images… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Shimming Scams
Credit cards with chips make it harder for scammers to steal your payment information, so con artists quickly adapted and created a technique called “shimming.” Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau defines how shim scams work and ways to protect yourselves from being duped. Image Credit: Getty Images… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Milford Check-In
Mayor Tony G. came on to give us all the latest news out of Milford. We discussed the future of the Connecticut Post Mall, his proposal to the Planning and Zoning Committee to regulate the number of smoke shops, and the new ordinance regarding street takeovers. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Diner Tour In Derby
After a long summer on the road, the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner wrapped up this year’s fesitivities with one last stop at The Valley Diner in Derby! Melissa welcomed both the mayors of Derby and Ansonia, the Derby Historical Society, the Ansonia Senior Center, the Valley Arts Council, and more! Even…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Growing Bear Populations in CT
A black bear was euthanized after it attacked a Chesire woman sitting in her backyard. It’s the most recent story of bear troubles in our state prompting a check-in with lawmakers. Senator Steve Harding outlined legislation that has passed in recent years to address the problem, but also explained why bear hunts need to be…… Continue Reading