Monday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured CT News Junkie columnist Terry Cowgill’s thoughts on term limits for members of Congress (0:30). Motor Transport Association of Connecticut President John Blair talked about a growing controversy surrounding a new highway user fee (11:52). Paul also had a few thoughts on former President Trump’s 2024 poll numbers (21:57).
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Lisa Wexler discusses a caller’s question about how a family member can take action when their elderly parent should, but doesn’t want to, give up driving. What are the options available to avoid a dangerous situation? #clearandconvincingevidence #conservatorship
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Earlier this summer, Pfizer warned of a nationwide shortage of penicillin that could last well into 2024. So what does this mean for the millions of Americans who rely on the antibiotic? We spoke with Dr. Listy Thomas is a practicing emergency medicine physician at Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent’s Medical Center. She shares what prompted the shortage and options for patients. ((00:00))
Over the weekend, many recognized World Day Against Trafficking In Persons highlighting the problem of human trafficking, including here in Connecticut. Partnerships to End Human Trafficking is a non-profit organization in Connecticut. The executive director of the organization shared how parents can discuss this problem with kids and whether schools should join in educating the public about it. ((14:25))
Connecticut passed a state law requiring high school students to complete a financial management/literacy course ahead of graduation. It goes in effect starting with the class of 2027. Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County is a local non-profit lending a helping hand in this effort. We spoke with them to find out how. ((26:00))
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Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli opened with word of some raised eyebrows over a reported business relationship involving Connecticut First Lady Annie Lamont (0:27). We welcomed Steve Conn, local author of, “Yale Sports Stories: The Unique and Crazy Things I Witnessed as Sports Information Director” (12:35). Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso checked in with his weekly update (26:17).
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Connecticut Housing Partners is a non-profit organization that provides housing and services to enhance the quality of life for low- and moderate-income families. CHP developments and programs have produced more than $100 million in community investments and provided safe, secure, affordable housing to more than 1000 residents. This morning, CEO Renee Dobos, shared testimonies from Connecticut residents who benefitted directly from CHP and why people should support their work.
Piping Plovers are tough little birds who rely on beaches to lay their eggs. Unfortunately, in such public space, that poses major threats for the birds and their nests. But this year, we are seeing some record setting numbers for piping plovers nests and babies. Tom Anderson of CT Audubon Society shares this success story. ((00:00))
Congressman Jim Himes was out of this world! We talked about the possibility of UFO sightings as well as an update with a cryptocurrency protections bill. ((13:54))
The 36th annual Swim Across the Sound marathon is back this weekend and already records are being broken this year! Karen Kaiser, VP of Philanthropy for Hartford HealthCare St. Vincent’s Medical Center, shared more than 200 swimmers are signed up for this year. And one of the swimmers is a 14-year-old boy honoring his mom beating breast cancer. We also spoke with Lisa Rubio about her story. ((26:17))
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Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli talked about the increasing use of license plate readers by some cities and towns across the state (0:29). “Only In Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi stopped by with the latest on the Bridgeport mayoral race (12:06). Quinnipiac University Adjunct Law Prof. John Pavia weighed in on the latest developments in the Hunter Biden situation (24:31).
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A Connecticut company partnered with another to create the world’s first lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher. We spoke to Rodger Mort with PACT about the product, the partnership behind it and why it matters in today’s world with all of the lithium-ion battery product at risk of starting a fire. ((00:00))
Another hearing was held in Washington DC over the concerns of artificial intelligence. In order to put safeguards in place, Senator Blumenthal says lawmakers need training and an oversight committee should be formed for the country. ((14:03))
Governor Lamont is touting that over 500 residents are now ambassadors spreading the good news about manufacturing jobs in the state! Paul Lavoie is the Chief Manufacturing Officer in our state and shared more on the ambassador program and debunked misconceptions about this line of work. ((27:06))
Election season is heating up in the city of Bridgeport. Jeanette Herron is the incumbent city council member for the 133rd district. She shared her platform and hopes to keep her seat, despite facing a well-known name in the city. ((38:08))
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Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Bridgeport Republican mayoral candidate David Herz (0:26). Hearst Connecticut Media columnist and editor Dan Haar stopped by for his weekly chat (11:48). Quinnipiac University Finance Professor Osman Kilic talked about the latest Federal Reserve interest rate news (21:03). Paul also had a few thoughts regarding the Bridgeport mayoral race (29:13).
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There’s a lot of buzz around the release of the new movie ‘Sound of Freedom.’ The film highlights human trafficking and how big a problem it is in our world. We spoke with the founder of non-profit Partnership to End Human Trafficking (PEHT), Elizabeth Koldyke Boolbol. She shared human trafficking statistics in Connecticut and what we need to do better to eliminate the problem. ((00:00))
Bridgeport Police revealed new crime statistics in the city showing shooting crimes are down compared to last year. But not everything in the crime report was something to celebrate. Hear more from Chief Roderick Porter. ((15:44))
The Trumbull Mall is the latest Connecticut mall to impose a weekend curfew starting next month. We gained insight on the decision from BRBC President, Dan Onofrio. ((24:47))
In recent months, air travel troubles are now looking at the air traffic controller shortages nationwide. We spoke with a travel expert about worker shortages and other issues for the airline industry. We also got tips to minimize headaches at airports. ((35:07))
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