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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
Cooking with Claud: Kugel
INGREDIENTS:1/2 lb Cottage cheese1/2 lb cream cheese 1/2 pint sour cream1/4 lb butterEgg noodles (undercooked/al dente)6 eggs2 cups of milk1/2 teaspoon of vanilla1/2 cup of sugar1 cup of raisinsCinnamon… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Trump Indictment
Former President Donald Trump was indicted on criminal charges in New York for his role in organizing hush money payments made to an adult film star during his 2016 campaign. The history-making indictment marks the first time a president has been charged in a criminal matter. We got perspective from a former secret service agent…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Robots in the ER
A Texas hospital reported a baby being rushed into the hospital for an issue. Doctors reportedly couldn’t conclusively find a diagnosis so they turned to AI-technology to help. We asked Dr. Browne about artificial intelligence getting involved in infectious disease diagnostics and the future of robots working with doctors. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: School Security
Days after the Nashville school shooting, lawmakers still can’t agree on what changes will make the biggest difference in protecting children from mass shootings. Senator Blumenthal talked about universal gun laws but also commented on resource officers and safety measures invested in school buildings. ((00:00)) Studies show on average, most adults stay fixated on an…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Monday Mournings
Adam’s House is a non-profit in Shelton helping people deal with grief in a healthy way. The organization recently launched a new program called ‘Monday Mournings’ helping adults cope. We talked to the group about this new program and how people can get involved. ((00:00)) Bulk trash pick up is back in the city of…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: NOT living in Fear
Following the mass shooting at a Nashville elementary school, many Connecticut parents are crippled with anxiety and fear for their children’s safety. Counselor, Julius Dudics, shared tips for parents to secure themselves and their kids after tragedy strikes. ((00:00)) Fairfield residents are making a lot of noise over new ordinance proposals. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: GPS Tracking Device
A proposed piece of legislation looks at a GPS-tracking device pilot program and helping domestic violence victims. Senator James Maroney is fighting to bring this safety program to every municipality in the state. We dove into the bill and what has come out of the pilot program since 2010. ((00:00)) Data shows boredom is a…… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Hashbrown Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
INGREDIENTS:— Frozen hashbrowns— 1 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese— pepper— fresh or frozen broccoli (thawed and drained)— Low fat milk— 6 eggsThaw hashbrowns and squeeze oil out. Spray bottom of pie plate. Shred cheddar cheese and mix with crush hashbrowns. Mold mix to the bottom of plate and bake for about 25 minutes at 350…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Puppy Mills across the Pond
Elizabeth Menegon, the creator of Hands 2 Paws, came back on the show after visiting the UK for a major dog competition. Her dog rescue app launched in the US, Canada and Europe. Following her trip, she learned about the disturbing reality of overpopulations puppies outside the US and shared it on the show. ((00:00))…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Fungus Among Us
A fungus that kills more than three out of ten people that it infects in U.S. healthcare facilities is spreading rapidly. The CDC is sounding an alarm bell about the fungus, a type of yeast called Candida auris. We asked Dr. Browne about this. Plus, the CDC says there’s an uptick in Group A Strep…… Continue Reading