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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.
You’ll hear weather and traffic on the 6’s from our meteorologist Paul Piorek and our traffic reporter Chris Williams.
Recent posts
Melissa in the Morning: Blaming Covid?
1. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti addressed the approved budget and the latest on Fountain Square. He says covid has delayed plans for the square and school issues like bus driver shortages. ((00:10)) 2. Are you still stuck in your childhood or can’t move on from a death in the family? Counselor, Julius Dudics, tackles how…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Paid College Athletes
1. After a CT senator proposed the idea to unionize college athletes, Congressman Jim Himes comments on it. He also touched on an infrastructure bill that could mean big news for our train systems. ((00:10)) 2. Less than 2 weeks left of the session and there are still questions around zoning, marijuana and a budget.…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Mail Troubles
1. There’s a small window to have YOUR VOICE HEARD about the 10-year proposed plan for US mail. Senator Richard Blumenthal weighs in on the issues at hand and says the current postmaster is on the way out. ((00:10)) 2. Heading back to the workplace in person? Who’s responsible for keeping things clean…? Attorney Bob…… Continue Reading
Young Vaccinated People with Heart Conditions
This week, 18 young people in Connecticut entered state hospitals for heart issues. The only common denominator news outlets have highlighted is the fact that all of these patients got the pfizer covid vaccine. Dr. Browne says the vaccine isn’t necessarily causing these heart problems. In fact, he brought light to a huge issue we…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Wire Fraud Charges
1. Rowena White with Mayor Ganim’s office comments on the recent arrest of Sen. Bradley and former Chief Perez checking into prison. ((00:10)) 2. Before you panic, there’s NO wind farm coming to Bridgeport but Dan Onofrio explains the plans and opportunities that are coming. ((04:09)) 3. Mayor Ben Blake shares his thoughts on the…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Hat in the Race
State Rep. Caroline Simmons is running for Stamford Mayor. She shared her campaign and passion for serving the city. 00:10 Do you see vulnerability as a weakness?? Counseolor, Julius Dudics, talked about the importance of opening up. ((08:47)) Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti is pumped that the motel proposal is a definite NO! ((16:06)) We are…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Where is God?
1. Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, talks about struggling marriages and where God is in the relationship. ((00:10)) 2. Sen. Bob Duff talks about sports betting and zoning legislation. ((14:22)) 3. Sen. Tony Hwang talks about the sidelined public option bill and the latest on zoning and segregation. ((22:45)) 4. The CHRO released a report showing…… Continue Reading
Cheese Fondue
INGREDIENTS: 5 cups of swiss and gruyere cheese shredded 1 clove of garlic 3 tbsp flour 1 ½ cups dry white wine 2/3 cup of milk 1 tbsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp nutmeg OPTIONAL 1 tbsp of brandy RECIPE: — Shred cheese and let it sit at room temperature — Add flour and garlic —…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Incentives for Essential Workers
1. Governor Lamont talked about getting people back to work and whether incentives are also coming for the employed who stayed at work during the pandemic. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about the cease fire in the middle east and what a two-state solution could look like to avoid more conflict. ((16:15)) 3. Dr.…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Handling Middle East Conflict
1. Senator Blumenthal says he will vote against his party if need be to support Israel in this war. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Alex Kasser, led the effort behind Jennifer’s Law, and hopes Governor Lamont passes it. ((13:20)) 3. Luke Frey of the BBB warns people about rental car scams. ((21:50)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images…… Continue Reading