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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: Helping Kids Understand Grief
Scam Alert: scams targeting young adults have surpassed the ones targeting older adults. The Better Business Bureau explains how 18–24-year-olds are losing more money to scams compared to 65+ year olds and what to do to better protect yourself from fraudsters. (0:00) An estimated 6 million children in the U.S. will experience the death of…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: World Diabetes Day
National statistics prove we are way too reliant on our phones. Data shows: Americans check their phones 144 times per day — 89% of Americans say they check their phones within the first 10 minutes of waking up — 75% of Americans feel uneasy leaving their phone at home…you get the point! Counselor, Julius Dudics,…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Get Career Happy Connecticut
A global poll was conducted by Gallup and it showed that out of the world’s one billion full-time workers, only 15% of people are engaged at work. That means a significant 85% of people are unhappy at their jobs. We did a four-week series called “Get Career Happy Connecticut” with career strategist, Julie Bauke. What…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Supporting Our Veterans
EMDR is a therapy that can help veterans and first responders overcome PTSD and better handle triggers. Susan Marcus with Fairfield County Trauma Response Team shared how this resource makes a difference for men and women after and during service and how it works. (0:00) A Newtown farm is being used to help veterans with…… Continue Reading
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What started as a response following the 9/11 tragedy has now become a non-profit that supports veterans in need of outfitted vehicles. We heard from Laurie Hollander, co-founder and president of Help Our Military Heroes, about the organization and what your money is supporting. (0:00) Senator Blumenthal stopped by to share his bi-partisan resolution concerning…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: The First Influenzea And RSV Deaths For The Season
The Connecticut Department of Public Health confirmed the first deaths of influenza and RSV in the state for the 2023-24 season. Both people were in the 80’s according to DPH and officials are pushing people to get vaccinated. Dr. Browne of Griffin Health talks about how common this is for Connecticut and why you need…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Please…Just Listen…
Earlier this month, the American Cancer Society updated its lung cancer screening guidelines. What changed and why change the guidelines now? Dr. Brian Whang, a noted lung cancer specialist with Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at St. Vincent’s Medical Center, answered our questions following the big announcement. (0:00) As we continue to share resources for veterans…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: OTCs at CVS are MIA
A Newtown farm is being used to help veterans with equine therapy. We met the co-founder of the local non-profit, Havenfort, to learn the work that they do for local vets and why horses are proven to help many deal with PTSD. (0:00) One day before the general election, are you registered to vote? Do…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Reaction To The Judge’s Decision From Both Sides
A judge has ordered a new Democratic primary for mayor in Bridgeport because of absentee ballot fraud. And we are just days away from the general election with all eyes on the Park City. We spoke with John Gomes’ attorney, Bill Bloss, about the judge’s decision and how the general election will now work for…… Continue Reading
Melissa In The Morning: Are We Too Connected On Social Media?
The annual open enrollment period for health insurance begins today. So what can Connecticut families expect to spend on coverage and is there any silver lining for the updated plans being offered for 2024? Local broker and owner of Macman Insurance Associates, Alan Sheketoff, weighs in on all of that. (0:00) November is Alzheimer’s Awareness…… Continue Reading