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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: Child Psychology

Melissa in the Morning: Child Psychology

1. We spoke with psychology professor, Melissa Whitson, about violent video games and lack of socialization for children. ((00:10))2. Congressman Himes says he doesn’t believe the current lawmakers in the Senate will agree on any gun laws, even after Texas. Learn why he says that. ((16:52))3. Jayme Stevenson is the Republican-chosen candidate to face Congressman…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Summer Safety Week

Melissa in the Morning: Summer Safety Week

1. Fran Mayko of AAA talking 100 deadliest days on the road. ((00:10))2. Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards talking smoke detectors, bonfires, grilling and fire safety. ((15:03))3. Nuvance Health’s Dr. Carreau talks about skin cancer. ((29:23))4. Sacred Heart’s Gary MacNamara talks about parties involving alcohol, drugs and young people. ((38:45))5. Stew Leonard Jr. talks about…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Not One More

Melissa in the Morning: Not One More

1. Not One More is a campaign featuring trauma teams. It urges people not to drink and drive. We learned about the campaign from Dr. Shawna Kettyle about it. ((00:10))2. Summer Safety: Drinking and Drugging at Parties ((15:45))3. Democrats are hopeful there’s a compromise in Congress to pass gun legislation. Senator Blumenthal gave us the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Mental Health Facilities

Melissa in the Morning: Mental Health Facilities

1. After the Texas mass shooting at an elementary school, we tackle mental health resources. George Welch with the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities talks about affordable and available care…or rather, lack of care options. ((00:10))2. Summer Safety 2022: Skin Cancer and protection from the sun ((16:04))3. A popular Bridgeport business is expanding and…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Three Years Later

Melissa in the Morning: Three Years Later

It was three years ago today that Jennifer Dulos dropped her children off at school near her New Canaan home and was never seen again. Her estranged husband Fotis Dulos was charged with murder and later took his own life. Legal expert, Bill Bloss, gives us his perspective on what can happen next in the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: 100 Deadliest Days on the Roads

Melissa in the Morning: 100 Deadliest Days on the Roads

1. For summer safety week, we talked about the 100 deadliest days of being on the roads. Fran Mayko of AAA talked about what makes it the most dangerous stretch of time for drivers. ((00:10))2. After Memorial Day weekend, have you heard of CT Trails Day? Learn about the 200 events happening June 4-5th! ((14:55))3.…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Check-in with the Governor

Melissa in the Morning: Check-in with the Governor

1. The governor answered questions about abortion, heating oil prices, mental health, covid and more. Catch his latest answers to your questions. ((00:10))2. Title 42 is going to expire next week. Congressman Himes is worried about that with covid cases on the rise. ((15:55))3. Dr. Michael Goldstein wants your signature to get him on the…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Monkeypox

Melissa in the Morning: Monkeypox

A Massachusetts man recently contracted monkeypox. What is it? How common is it to get it? How do you get it? Dr. Browne explained it all to us. Plus, with covid numbers going up, should we go back to masking indoors? IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Bringing the Calm

Melissa in the Morning: Bringing the Calm

1. After the Shelton stabbing, many parents are struggling to help their kids talk about it. Stephanie Swantek of Bridges Healthcare explains how making sense of this can’t be the goal in speaking to your child. 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talked about ghost guns and baby formula shortage.3. The prep is the worst part of a…Continue Reading