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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 Latest on Electric Vehicles

Melissa in the Morning: The Latest on Electric Vehicles

There’s been a lot of national talk about electric vehicles, most recently in a Wall Street Journal editorial. Last week, Ford announced that it will cancel production of an electric SUV and delay an electric pickup truck. What does the future hold for EV’s, especially the near future? Paul Miller has been in the auto…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Firefighter Applications

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Firefighter Applications

The clock is ticking to become a local firefighter! Bridgeport opened firefighter applications earlier this summer for people who want to join the team in the park city. But the deadline is September 2, 2024 at 11:59PM! The application process won’t open up again for two years. Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards gave us the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Newtown Labor Day Parade

Melissa in the Morning: Newtown Labor Day Parade

Mixbook, a #1 rated photo book company, polled 3,000 respondents to uncover the most coveted Labor Day celebrations. In the top 100 events listed, Newtown’s Labor Day Parade was one of only two Connecticut mentions. Turns out, Newtown’s Labor Day Parade is the largest parade Labor Day weekend in the state as well as the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Chronic Absenteeism

Melissa in the Morning: Chronic Absenteeism

Kids are just getting back to the classroom for the 2024-25 year but already we have a new report card! Earlier this week, the CT Department of Education shared a new report showing a second year of improved attendance for districts across the state. We did a deeper dive into the data and the impact…Continue Reading

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Melissa in the Morning: EEE

The state will be spraying to kill mosquitoes in the Pachaug State Forest to slow the spread of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). It comes after a 41-year-old in New Hampshire died this month after developed Triple E, the first EEE death in the US this year. Dr. Browne with Griffin Hospital gave us more insight…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Welcome Baby Anteater

Melissa in the Morning: Welcome Baby Anteater

There’s a new face calling the Beardsley Zoo home. Gregg Dancho broke the news first on WICC about a new baby anteater and why the birth is so crucial for a vulnerable population of anteaters. IMAGE CREDIT: Ashley Volkens / Connecticut’s Beardsley ZooContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: What’s the BIG Deal?

Melissa in the Morning: What’s the BIG Deal?

UConn has reportedly been in talks for a possible shift from the Big East to the Big 12. What’s the BIG deal with shifting conferences? And how much does Dan Hurley and the basketball program play a role in this decision? We got insight from our local sports expert, Rob Adams. Image Credit: USA TODAY…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport School Goals

Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport School Goals

“One year down, nine to go.” Dr. Carmela Levy-David is entering her second year as Superintendent of Schools in Bridgeport. We asked about the goals for the upcoming year, including a refresher on plans for school buildings and expanding student program opportunities for sports and the arts. Image Credit: Eric UrbanowiczContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: New School Year Ahead

Melissa in the Morning: New School Year Ahead

Ahead of the new school year, we got a check-in with Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director of CT Association of Public School Superintendents. We got the latest on teacher shortages, filling paraeducator positions, the transition of the kindergarten age cutoff law and controversy around Chromebooks. Image Credit: Getty ImagesContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Sports-Related Head Injuries

Melissa in the Morning: Sports-Related Head Injuries

Two youth football players died this week in the US, including a middle school student. While both cases were not here in Connecticut, local families want to know that we are doing our best to protect kids and follow top notch health protocols for contact sports. We got perspective from Glenn Lungarini, Executive Director of…Continue Reading