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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Another Double Standard?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Another Double Standard?

On Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on the latest push to prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine vaping cartridges in the state (0:33). Fiona Cullinan Firine from the non-profit “For Cameron” (www.facebook.com/for.cameron) talked about the group’s continuing efforts to battle fentanyl abuse (7:33). GOP State Rep. Devin Carney talked about a controversial Fairfield County political fundraiser tied to a proposal for “direct sales” of electric vehicles in Connecticut (21:02).

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Melissa in the Morning: Babies getting Vaccinated

Melissa in the Morning: Babies getting Vaccinated

Pfizer is going for the emergency use authorization approval for its covid vaccine. This time, it’s for children 6 months to 5 years old. Some of the most common questions are answered: what does EUA mean? How much of a dose are these kids getting? What does the vaccine do to their immune systems? 
Dr. Browne covers it all.

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Melissa in the Morning: Deployment to Europe

Melissa in the Morning: Deployment to Europe

1. Senator Blumenthal spoke on the recent announcement of soldiers headed to Europe surrounding the Ukraine/Russia conflict. ((00:10))
2. February is the month of love. Ahead of Valentine’s Day, what are some questions you can ask your partner to be sure your union is healthy? Stephanie Swantek helps us with a relationship audit. ((14:51))
3. Zoo Minute: The Year of the Tiger ((23:29))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Tax Cut Two-Step

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Tax Cut Two-Step

On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on Governor Ned Lamont’s election year tax proposals (0:49). We welcomed Scott Powell, author of, “Rediscovering America: How the National Holidays Tell an Amazing Story about Who We Are” (13:34). Quinnipiac University Adjunct Professor of Law Gary Phelan talked about a class action lawsuit filed against the National Football League by former coach Brian Flores (26:51). Courtesy of the Connecticut Network (www.ct-n.com), we aired Gov. Ned Lamont’s announcement of his legislative proposals for the upcoming General Assembly session (40:00). Finally, Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang weighed in on some of the governor’s proposals (42:15).

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Melissa in the Morning: The Ganim Administration Responds

Melissa in the Morning: The Ganim Administration Responds

1. After two mysterious deaths were mishandled in the city of Bridgeport, Mayor Ganim takes action. We heard from Rowena White about the latest actions in the city and these investigations.
2. Febraury is heart disease awareness month. We spoke with a cardiologist about the common killer in men and women.
3. The American Red Cross is reporting studies that show older adults are most vulnerable during natural disasters. What you can do to be better prepared. 
4. Science You May Not Know: Groundhog Day beginnings…

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WICC Pet of The Week

WICC Pet of The Week

Red is a 5 year old neutered male from Tulsa. He may be 5 but he looks like a puppy!
Red is a very sweet fun dog! He hasn’t been introduced to other dogs yet but so far he doesn’t seem to mind. There would have to do a dog intro If the potential adopter has a resident dog.
He came right before our last snow storm and gets chilly fast so his friends here have started putting a coat on him to keep him warmer. 
If you’re interested in adopting Red or any of his friends at the shelter. Go to cthumane.org to fill out application!

Melissa in the Morning: Power of the Tongue

Melissa in the Morning: Power of the Tongue

1. Morning show counselor, Julius Dudics, talked about the “Power of the Tongue.” Why do we speak without thinking and say things that we regret? ((00:10))
2. Gas prices are going up and will keep going up. Fran Mayko of AAA explains why. ((09:24))
3. February marks the start of Black History Month. Community activist, Wayne Winston, shares what started it and where you can go to learn more. ((23:50))
4. Keep it in CT: Britt & Co Bagel ((31:33))

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