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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: Meet Rob Blanchard
Elections for the Connecticut State Senate will take place in 2024. The general election is on November 5, 2024. A primary is August 13, 2024. The filing deadline is June 11, 2024. Rob Blanchard is running for the first time as a state senator, vying to take incumbent Senator Tony Hwang’s place in the 28th District. We…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Life with Ghosts
A Fairfield filmmaker fell into film making after the death of his father. While helping his mother grieve the loss, he stumbled upon an unconventional study where scientists spark sensory reconnections for people who have lost loved ones. It’s being called the first publicly funded research of its kind. Stephen Berkley talked about the in-depth…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Total Eclipse of the (UB) Heart
Science You May Not Know: getting ready for the total eclipse in April. Find out where you can best spot the spectacle in the sky and how University of Bridgeport students have a hand in a huge NASA project during the eclipse. Photo Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: This is Bigger than a Local Election
As the journey to name the next mayor of Bridgeport continues, more and more politicians are making their voices heard. We recently learned Governor Ned Lamont, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, and Congressman Jim Himes are all throwing their support behind Mayor Joe Ganim for the upcoming general election redo. But opponent John Gomes…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: 60 Years of Supporting Local High Schoolers
The St. Patrick Committee is 60 this year and has helped dozens high school students in the surrounding Bridgeport area over the years. We spoke with committee members, Kevin Coles and Sheryl Shaughnessey, about the group, the scholarships and the upcoming dinner supporting it all. Find out more at https://www.stpscholarship.com/… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Senior Car Show
For the first time, seniors at a local high school came together to try and financially support other classmates who can’t afford to go on the end of year senior trip. We hear from Kaden and Nate of Jonathan Law in Milford about the First Annual Car Show and what you can expect from the…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Eating Disorder Awareness
According to national statistics, an estimated 9% of the U.S. population will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. This week (Feb. 26-Mar 3) is Eating Disorder Awareness Week and there are a lot of misconceptions around the topic. We tackle the truth about the issue and how to get help with Quinnipiac associate professor, Clotilde Dudley-Smith.…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: The Effects Of An Eating Disorder
This week (Feb 26-Mar 3) is Eating Disorder Awareness Week and about nine percent of the US population struggles with an eating disorder in their lifetime. But what is the long term effect of an eating disorder on your body? Are there treatments that can help break the habits? Can your body ever revert back…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Age discrimination in the workplace continues to be a national discussion, especially ahead of this upcoming presidential election involving President Biden and former President Trump. But this month, the controversy emerged again here in Connecticut, specifically surrounding a local hospital. According to court documents, a former Waterbury Hospital executive filed a lawsuit against her ex-employer…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Permanent Housing for Local Veterans
In an effort to help homeless veterans and their families find permanent housing, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) awarded $14 million in HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing vouchers to 66 Public Housing Agencies across the country. In Connecticut, three agencies were awarded $500,213 for…… Continue Reading