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Connecticut Today: Gas Prices Still On Rise

Joe Aguiar continued his tour on Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli filling in for Melissa. Joe started the show off with his thoughts on misinformation that’s spreading since the overturn of Roe V. Wade (0:00). Next, Joe Sculley, the President of the Motor Transport Association of Connecticut, joined the show to talk about the latest gas hikes and how it’s affecting the transportation of goods in the state. Congressional candidate Jayme Stevenson (22:32) and Senate candidate Peter Lemaj (38:34) to talk about their campaign.

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Connecticut Today: Roe V. Wade Aftermath

Joe Aguiar manned the helm of Connecticut Today for Paul Pacelli as he fills in for Melissa on Melissa in the Morning. Joe hit the ground running as he welcomed Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff to the show to talk about today’s controversial ruling in the overturning of Roe v. Wade (0:00). Jim Cameron, the founder of the Commuter Action Group joined the program to talk about tourism and how Marijuana could affect it (13:32). Joe also gave his thoughts on the “Lightyear” same-sex kiss and the outrage over it (27:13).

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About the Supreme Court Gun Case

“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli urged people to calm down, read and try to understand what the U.S. Supreme court majority said in its latest gun law case (0:33). Landmark Legal Foundation President Pete Hutchison commented on the latest U.S. Supreme Court opinions (11:56). Barnum Festival 2022 Ringmaster Frank Gennarini talked about festival news for the coming weekend (24:16).

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Melissa in the Morning: Covid Vaccines for Babies

A viral video features a doctor with HART posing a lot of doubts and questions about the covid vaccines for kids 4 and under. Dr. Browne responded to the concerns from many parents.

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Melissa in the Morning: A Year of Brain Fog

1. A new study shows about a fifth of long COVID patients suffer brain fog for more than a year. Sarah Gromko of St. Vincent’s Rehabilitation Network dove into this latest study out of Australia. ((00:10))

2. A bipartisan gun violence bill is so close to becoming law. But if it doesn’t pass, what happens to the billions of dollars proposed to help with mental health? We asked Senator Blumenthal about it. ((15:52))

3. A recent study reveals new details about sleep for children and dangers of weighted blankets. We spoke with family physician, Dr. Maryam Syed about the findings. ((25:36))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Let’s Get Our Act Together On Fuel Taxes

On “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli wonderer why there would be any hesitancy to cut the federal taxes on gasoline and diesel fuel (0:32). We welcomed Joshua Prager, author of, “The Family Roe: An American Story,” to talk about the abortion issue (10:57). Quinnipiac University Polling Analyst Tim Malloy joined us to chat about the newest Q-Poll results (27:06).

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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet Lucy! We sure love Lucy down here at the shelter! She is a very sweet 9 year old female cat. Lucy came to us when her family was moving and now looking for a place to call her own. She has lived with children around 6 years of age and was playful with them, but the foster she is with says she can be shy and hides when there is a lot going on. So a quiet home would be best. When Lucy talks to you she has a lower raspy voice and its endearing, you know it is her when you walk into the cat room!

Lucy should do well with a first time cat owner too. So if anyone is interested in Lucy or any other pet here at the shelter visit our website and apply at cthumane.org/adopt to see all our available animals! New animals are added weekly so make sure you check out our site often!

Along with our special cat Lucy I would like to add that we are having a career fair tomorrow here at the Westport Branch for anyone that is interested in a career in animal welfare. Visit CThumane.org/careerfair for more information.

Melissa in the Morning: Infertility in America

1. Peta Murgatroyd is opening up about pregnancy loss as she tries to expand their family. More women are struggling to get pregnant, and we want to know what changed. Dr. Andrew Levi with Park Avenue Fertility sheds some light on this. ((00:10))
2. FORE! Whether it’s the Travelers Tournament or just your typical summer golf season, injuries do pop up for golfers. Dr. Michael Redler shares how to prevent those injuries. ((14:12))
3. Workout Wednesday: the importance of yoga and stretching ((23:05))

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Melissa in the Morning: Wrong Way Drivers

1. We are seeing more wrong-way crashes this year over the last three years combined. What is the state doing to combat the problem? Josh Morgan with CT Dept. of Transportation shared information about initiatives and a pilot program. ((00:10))
2. Despite historically high gas prices, freedom calls a record number of Americans to embark on the Great American Road trip this July 4th holiday. We get the latest travel data from Fran Mayko from AAA. ((14:24))
3. Are you in a real marriage or perceived marriage? Bob Donovan defined them both and gave tips on how to strengthen your union. ((27:16))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Trump 2024?

Friday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli talking about a new national poll that indicates former President Donald Trump’s political future might not be bleak (0:31). Family Institute of Connecticut Executive Director Peter Wolfgang talked about the impending U.S. Supreme Court decision on abortion (11:09). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell had a few thoughts on the coming observance of Juneteenth (21:27).

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