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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: Respiratory Illnesses
The state’s two children’s hospitals are overflowing with patients suffering from respiratory illnesses in what has become a national health crisis. Infectious disease doctors are concerned about the trend. Dr. Browne sheds some insight on this topic and what parents should know. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus … Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Caring about Childcare
A poll commissioned by Child Care for Connecticut’s Future has found overwhelming support for increasing Connecticut’s state investment in early care and education. We spoke about the findings with Jessica Sager, CEO of All Our Kin, a nonprofit that trains, supports and sustains family child care educators. ((00:00)) October is cybersecurity awareness month. We spoke…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Online Scams Up!
According to the BBB, online scams are up 87% since 2015! Kristen Johnson is the communications director for the CT office. We get more perspective on the findings and learn how to better protect ourselves. ((00:00)) A new article revealed only 28% of people read through an entire article before posting it online. Social media…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Post-Verdict Chat
In a historic verdict, we spoke with the attorney representing some of the Sandy Hook families in the Alex Jones defamation trial. He answered some questions about the case and now what happens next. ((00:00)) Social media, free speech and the workplace…what’s appropriate and can an employer fire you for your opinions? Employment law professor,…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Secure the Blue
In the aftermath of the Bristol police tragedy, what can Connecticut do to better back officers and attract people to this line of work? We got perspective from Gary MacNamara, former chief of Fairfield Police Dept. ((00:00)) Starting today, hearing aids can be bought for less money and without a prescription! We checked in with…… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Maple Acorn Squash
White acorn squash Maple syrup Butter Ground Cinnamon Honey (optional) raisins Bake at 350 degrees with half-inch of water covered for about 45 minutes. Once soft, remove foil and let it brown.… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Visual Thinkers
Melissa got to virtually meet one of her heroes: Temple Grandin. We learned about her new book highlighting visual thinkers and explains why we need home ec and shop classes back in school curriculums across the country. ((00:00)) We learned about Positive Directions based in Westport and how telehealth has allowed them to start servicing…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Flu Questions
We took listener questions about the flu: 1. Can you get a rebound case of the flu or is it just a different virus?2. What are the protocols for people who are sick and returning to work?3. And what are the specifics with vaccines? Dr. Browne tackles all of this plus the latest on polio cases…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Women in Cyber Security
October is cybersecurity awareness month but there’s still a major gap in women working in cyber security. We speak with Global R&D Lead for Security at Accenture, Lisa O’Connor, about what’s being done to help women get involved and climb the ladder. ((00:00)) This week is fire prevention week and we spoke with Bridgeport Fire Chief…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Domestic Violence Awareness
October is domestic violence awareness month. We get a check at Connecticut statistics from Center for Family Justice CEO, Deb Greenwood, and also hear about the center’s upcoming vigil. ((00:00)) Health records you need from your doctor will soon go digital. Why the switch now and is it considered a game changer? ((13:08)) We continue…… Continue Reading