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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 Surge Of Flu Cases
Flu cases are surging, especially in the south. A lot of Connecticut residents will travel south for the holidays or in the winter months. So, what do people need to do ahead of their travel plans? How important is testing? Do the tests expire? How accurate are they? Dr. Browne addresses all of that. Image…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Lobster Trap Removal
There were several street takeovers in Connecticut earlier this month and we want to know what lawmakers are doing to eliminate the problem or better protect residents. Senator Paul Cicarella is the Ranking state Senator of the Public Safety and Security Committee. He shared concerns over a lack of penalties and whether task forces make…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: True Blue Heroes
Local author and volunteer firefighter, Paul Albert, created a new book honoring law enforcement and remembering two of our own. In the children’s book ‘True Blue Heroes,’ find out how Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy are remembered and the lesson behind respecting those in uniform. To pre-order the book: https://www.sillybrainbooks.com/product-page/true-blue-heroes (0:00) Crime on…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: The Latest On Afforable Housing
Finding available and affordable housing continues to be a major struggle for Connecticut. We invited Renee Dobos back in studio. She is the CEO of non-profit, CT Housing Partners. We outlined the problem at hand and what ‘affordable housing’ actually means for Connecticut residents. Renee then explained how CHP is part of the solution. Image…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Catching Up With Dr. Browne
Why are kids constantly sick this fall? In fact, why does it seem like we ALL have been constantly sick since September?? In a word: payback! Dr. Browne explains. Image Credit: Getty Images… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: The Problem With Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are used in so many things: cellphones, tablets, laptops, Bluetooth headsets, electric toothbrushes, e-scooters, the list goes on and on. But unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of options to extinguish those fires quickly. Fairfield’s Assistant Fire Chief, Schuyler Sherwood, shared training that the department goes through for these fires. He also highlighted a…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: What Is Christmas Tree Syndrome?
Julie on the Job: Don’t go crazy at this year’s company party. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, explained why alcohol is not always your friend and presentation is a big factor in making an impression away from your desk. (0:00) According to a recent CBS News report, the typical American household must spend an additional $11,434…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Navigating New York City In Times Of Protests
State data shows 80,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s in Connecticut. And even more people are caregivers of loved ones with the disease. Nicole Fidanzo, a Quinnipiac University professor, offered holiday tips for caregivers helping loved ones with dementia. (0:00) It’s an uncomfortable conversation, but it’s one that families need to start having with their…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Jim Himes On Israel
Counterfeiting is a long-time norm when it comes to the marijuana industry. But that problem has hit a new high since weed became legal in Connecticut. Attorney General William Tong shared the latest on bootleg cannabis products and how his office is combatting the problem. (0:00) Congressman Jim Himes is back! We did a catch-up…… Continue Reading