Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli wondered if it’s time for Connecticut voters to consider “open primaries” as a way to raise voter turnout and promote more centrist candidates from both major parties (0:35). Former Florida GOP Congressman and U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican Francis Rooney chatted with us about the Catholic Church’s position regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine (10:20).
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1. Connecticut’s fire danger is currently listed as “extreme to high.” Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards gave us tips to avoid brush and forest fires while we live in such dry conditions. ((00:10))
2. America continues to have a gender wage gap in the workplace. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, gave women tips to narrow the gap. ((12:46))
3. Tomatoes are the latest price hike in America because of drought conditions in California. Senator and longtime restaurant owner, Paul Formica, gave perspective on inflation woes and what Connecticut could be doing to help people save money. ((25:54))
4. Spiderman-actor Tom Holland decided to ditch social media for mental health reasons. Dr. Newfield with St. V’s talked about the connection between your health and the online world and if pulling away is a good idea. ((40:20))
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Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli kicked-off with word of a possible push by the General Assembly to limit future rent increases sought by landlords (0:30). Fairfield GOP State Senator Tony Hwang updated us on proposed health insurance rate hikes (10:00). Connecticut State Republican Party Chairman Ben Proto joined us to chat about last week’s Republican primaries (21:03).
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1. Have you heard of New Haven Vet Center? They offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Gabe Kautzner with the Vet Center shares all the details. ((00:10))
2. The governor announced millions of dollars to be invested in the nursing industry in Connecticut. Marcia Proto of the CT Center for Nursing Workforce breaks down what the money will do. ((16:42))
3. We tackled vaping dangers among teens ahead of the return to school. We spoke with Matt Meyers, who is the President of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. ((29:00))
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It’s as simple as set it and forget it!
Set the oven to 350 degrees and place corn AS IS in the oven for 25-30 minutes. After it’s cooked, shuck the corn and enjoy!
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1. Bridgeport city councilwoman Maria Pereira was stripped of all responsibilities after a comment she made at a recent meeting. We got her side of the story.
2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about the Inflation Reduction Act just hours before voting on it in Washington DC. What does it really mean for climate change?
3. Jayme Stevenson is officially the Republican candidate facing Congressman Himes for the fourth district seat. We learned more about her campaign.
4. The CDC has relaxed more covid-19 guidelines. We got the latest details from Dr. Andrew Wong.
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Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured news about a key move at the top of Bob Stefanowski’s gubernatorial campaign (0:22). U.S. Navy veteran and Heritage Foundation analyst Brent Sadler joined us to chat about the current state of Navy readiness (8:45).
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After the president took paxlovid, his covid “apparently came back.” And that seems common for many who take the medication. But is it really coming back or is that a false headline? Dr. Browne discussed it and answered the latest covid questions including recommendations regarding outdoor dining.
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Meet this silly little fellow, Hawthorn. He is just 2 months and 4 days old and is ready to find his new home. Hawthorn was born in one of our foster homes so has been around loving animal people his whole life. As a result, he is a healthy, happy, confident little chap, and will keep you amused with all of his antics. He initially looks mostly black, but if you look carefully you’ll see patterns emerging and an interesting array of interspersed white hairs. For the attentive observer he is a tiny piece of art…for the rest of us, he’s a fun little dude ready to rule your heart and home.
On Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli urged folks to wait and get the entire story behind the FBI raid on former President Trump’s Florida home (0:35). New Haven Independent Editor Paul Bass joined us to talk about this year’s primaries (13:51) as did SCSU Political Science Prof. Jonathan Wharton (25:05). Former FBI agent Ken Gray discussed Monday night’s raid on former President Trump’s Florida home (35:49).
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