Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured CT Inside Investigator reporter Marc Fitch on questions being raised about a failed piece of health care legislation at the State Capitol (0:26). “Only In Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi stopped by with his weekly update (11:42), while Paul had some thoughts on a visit by President Joe Biden (22:03).
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Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what the Saudi Arabia golf takeover means for America & gis goals for the CT Gun Summit with President Biden.
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In the last couple of weeks, several people have reported that their young children are battling high fevers for days without any other symptoms. What is this virus? Is it new? Can adults get it too? And is there such a thing as over medicating for this? Dr. Browne of Griffin Hospital shares what type of virus this sounds like and tackles the debate on how much is too much medication.
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The Better Business Bureau is warning job seekers about employment scams. A new report shows early figures for 2023 show job scam reports nearly tripled compared to the same period last year. What do these scams look like and how can you protect yourself? Kristen Johnson of BBB shares insight on this. ((00:00))
According to US data, 1.6 million adults and 283-thousand children in the U.S. have type 1 diabetes and those numbers are expected to surge over the next 4 decades. So, how can we slow the surge and better control the issue at hand? Dr. Rebekah Gospin with Stamford Health shared why obesity is a key factor in the problem. ((14:11))
Zoo Minute: Gregg Dancho tackles bobcat 101 and shares information about tortoises back on property. ((23:04))
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Host Paul Pacelli kicked-off Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with a chat about Flag Day 2023 (0:22). “No Labels” co-founder Holly Page joined us to talk about the possibility of a third-party White House ticket in 2024 (9:11).
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Schoolhouse Academy Co-Founders, Carlo Schiattarella & Andrew McLaughlin, join Lisa Wexler to discuss their new charter school in Wilton, a project based, hands-on learning model that incorporates a STEM and art focused curriculum, in a technology rich environment.
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Meet Rookie. He is a 4 month old dachshund mix. He came to the Connecticut Humane Society over the weekend and has really been a fun dog to be with. He seems to love attention, very playful and appropriate with kids! He would make a great addition to any home. Do keep in mind he is a puppy and will need training and some patience while he figures out how to navigate the world. He has been around dogs and other animals but the Connecticut Humane Society would still like to introduce him to your dog if you already have one to make sure they are a good fit.
If you think Rookie is the one for you, please visit cthumane.org to read more about Rookie and all of the available pets. If you are interested in adopting they are now doing in person adoptions from 12- 4pm.
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The governor signed a two-year, 51-billion-dollar state budget that included more than 300-million dollars invested in education. But do those dollars actually make it to the classroom? We got some perspective from Fran Rabinowitz about this. ((00:00))
A Sacred Heart University graduate is focused on protecting tow truck drivers on CT highways. We met Salena Khan and learned about her business Life on the Line promoting slow down, move over laws. ((15:07))
For the first time in over a decade, Bridgeport is bringing back its restaurant week. We get the details from BRBC President, Dan Onofrio, about the event in June and where to get a list of restaurants participating. ((23:44))
Workout Wednesday: new data shows walking can lead to better connectivity activity for your brain and memory improvement for older adults. Amy Llinas shares the best walking regiment to follow for the best results. ((32:26))
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Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked into the federal charges now facing former President Donald Trump with University of New Haven criminal justice Professor Mike Lawlor (0:33), while Paul also had some opening comments on the former president’s continuing popularity (11:47). We also welcomed Tom McMillan, author or, “Our Flag Was Still There: The Star Spangled Banner that Survived the British and 200 Years―And the Armistead Family Who Saved It” (25:33).
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Author, journalist, Stephanie McNeal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her deep dive into the lives of influencers in SWIPE UP FOR MORE.
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