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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.

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Melissa in the Morning: Special Session

Melissa in the Morning: Special Session

This morning, lawmakers are heading into a special session to tackle the state gas tax extension, bus fares, home heating assistance programs and hero’s pay. Senator Tony Hwang shared his prediction for this session and what the future legislative session should look like in 2023. ((00:00)) A few months ago, 200 cats were found in…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Thanksgiving Travel

Melissa in the Morning: Thanksgiving Travel

55 million people are traveling for Thanksgiving. AAA’s Fran Mayko shared the statistics about drivers, fliers and cruisers this holiday and gives travel tips to keep your cool. ((00:00)) A new report shows over 600 osprey nests have been recorded this year. That’s triple the number recorded in 2014. What does this mean for Connecticut?…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Utility Price Hikes

Melissa in the Morning: Utility Price Hikes

We asked your questions and here are their answers…why Eversource and UI are proposing higher than projected price hikes effective January 1, 2023. ((00:00)) The holidays are coming and so are the many scams! The BBB gives us some tips to avoid losing money while doing your shopping. ((14:25)) Selflessness verses Passivity: What is the…Continue Reading

Cooking with Claud: Parmesan Potatoes

Cooking with Claud: Parmesan Potatoes

Ingredients:— Butter, red potatoes, parmesan cheese, garlic, onion powder, oregano, pepper, olive oil Directions:1. Put chunks of butter at the bottom of a pan and let it sit in the oven on low to melt the butter2. Cut potatoes in halves then score each3. Sprinkle cheese and spices to the scored side of the potatoes.4.…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Save the Sound

Melissa in the Morning: Save the Sound

Non-profit, Save the Sound, released its bi-annual report card of Long Island Sound. There’s good news and bad news…we get the results from Director of Water Quality, Peter Linderoth. ((00:00)) Governor Ned Lamont and legislative leaders have quickly agreed to hold a special session to address several key issues. We spoke to Senator-elect Steve Harding…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Hiring Process

Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Hiring Process

Greens Farms Academy fired a teacher after Project Veritas exposed him for making sexual comments about his students. We get perspective on teacher hiring practices from Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents. ((00:00)) Senator Richard Blumenthal is back on the morning show. He took listener questions about marriage equality,…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: The New Chief

Melissa in the Morning: The New Chief

Meet Bridgeport’s new police chief, Roderick Porter. ((00:00)) For years, Fairfield has been dealing with the aftermath of an illegal dumping scandal. Now that the court cases are wrapping up, what’s left for Fairfield residents? We get a check-in with First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick. ((16:15)) BLAST OFF! Artemis I finally left for the moon this…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Location Tracking Woes

Melissa in the Morning: Location Tracking Woes

Connecticut is receiving a small piece of the 391-million-dollar settlement between Google and 40 states across the country.  Connecticut’s share of the settlement is six and a half million-dollars. Our social media consultant, Krista Carnes, shared perspective on why location tracking is such a problem and how to shut it off. ((00:00)) Julie on the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Veterans Week

Melissa in the Morning: Veterans Week

We recorded your shout-outs for a special tribute for our veterans. ((00:00)) This week, we spoke every day with staff members from Homes for the Brave. In order of appearance:Vince Santilli/Chief Executive Officer ((09:33))Stephanie Lynam/Chief Clinical Officer ((21:37))Tito Ortega/Case Manager ((31:12))Ed Bellows/Employment Specialist ((38:49)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

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