Award-winning CII investigative Reporter, Tricia Ennis, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her deep dive into the Tweed’s expansion plans and concerns from area residents.
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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week
Good Morning!
Today’s pet of the week it’s a gorgeous bonded pair of Parakeets. Meet Neo (Baby blue with yellow cheeks) and Trinity (Blue with black and white stripes). They are 2 years and 3 months both female parakeets.
Parakeets (also known as budgies) bring joy and song to your home. They are both very curious which makes them fun to watch when they interact with their toys and perches. They are social birds, who can be hand tamed and will seek out their owners once bonded. Parakeets can be single pets, or can be kept as pairs or small, single-sex groups, but these two must go home together! With proper care, Parakeets can live between 7 and 15 years.
Visit our website at CThumane.org where you can find additional information on all our available pets. We are still appointment only, So please apply online and remember to have your phones on you so we can reach out and talk to you more about the pet you have applied for.
The Lisa Wexler Show – Updates On Norwalk’s ‘Upzoning’
Diane Cece, leader of ENNA, East Norwalk, Neighborhood Association, joins Lisa Wexler to go over the latest updates on Norwalk’s ‘upzoning’ controversy, with more to come…
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Connecticut Today With Paul Pacelli: Finally Figuring Out Trump Support?
Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another busy week on “Connecticut Today” with some thoughts from a prominent New York Times columnist on former President Trump’s enduring popularity with GOP voters (0:31). We welcomed Dr. Barry Latzer, author of, “The Myth of Overpunishment: A Defense of the American Justice System and a Proposal to Reduce Incarceration While Protecting the Public” (9:08). Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso stopped by for his weekly update (21:55).
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The Lisa Wexler Show – US Para National Rowing Team’s Ben Washburne
Melissa in the Morning: It’s Electric!
Governor Lamont wants all automakers to sell electric cars by the year 2035. But is it too lofty a goal? We asked the governor about that and many other state matters including elder protections, affordable housing options and teacher shortages. ((00:00))
The Flynn Foundation, located in Stamford, is making waves in the oncology and palliative care front in our state. The founder, Fred Flynn, shared the mission of the foundation, what it has accomplished in the last ten years and goals for the future. ((16:01))
Concerns over redistricting and reconfiguring schools are heating up in Fairfield. The district needs to approve a redistricting plan no later than October 30th of this year. Senator Tony Hwang, who represents the town, shared why an archaic racial balance law is to blame for the potential changes. ((30:53))
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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Latest Bridgeport Scoop
Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured “Only In Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi with his thoughts on the Park City’s political scene and his former boss, Donald Trump (0:35). University of New Haven Senior Lecturer Ken Gray gave us his perspective on the indictment of former President Trump (12:59). Quinnipiac University Graduate Cybersecurity Program Director Dr. Fred Scholl checked in regarding a reported cyber-attack on Waterbury Hospital (24:06).
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The Lisa Wexler Show – A Complete Guide To School Choices In Your Zip Code
Melissa in the Morning: Leprosy Cases??
Seeing news headlines that warn the public about leprosy sounds like something from Biblical times. But it’s 2023, and health officials say there is an increase in cases detected in Florida. We asked Dr. Browne about the cases, how you can contract it and how to treat it.
We also discussed parasites detected in the water at several beaches in Greenwich causing swimmers itch. Also, concerns over vibrio from raw or undercooked oysters.
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Melissa in the Morning: Meet the New Superintendent
Bridgeport Superintendent Carmela Levy-David has officially started in her new role this week. Learn her career story and her plans for the city’s student body. ((00:00))
Oh-Oh-NO, Ozempic! A new lawsuit was filed against the makers of Ozempic and Mounjaro for claims of causing stomach paralysis in users. We spoke with Dr. Andrew Wong, Fairfield Region Medical Director of Hartford HealthCare Primary Care. He came back on to discuss the health concerns with this drug if people are solely using it as a weight loss solution. ((14:18))
There are new colon cancer screening guidelines and it’s causing MAJOR confusion! Dr. Charles Cha with the Cancer Institute at St. V’s explains the new recommendation and how many doctors are responding. ((30:31))