Melissa in the Morning: “That’s what Ted does”

Melissa in the Morning: “That’s what Ted does”

1. A comment made by Texas Senator Ted Cruz didn’t sit well with Congressman Himes. Here’s what he said about an immigrant entry port in Greenwich. ((00:10))
2. Ahead of the cold months, how can you save on energy bills? Mitch Gross of Eversource gave us some tips! ((06:38))
3. We met the Republican Mayoral Candidate in Milford: Peter Berube ((20:06))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Chat With Former Senator Joe Lieberman

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Chat With Former Senator Joe Lieberman

On Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with former Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman about his new book, “The Centrist Solution: How We Made Government Work and Can Make It Work Again” (0:33). Shelton GOP State Rep. Jason Perillo joined us to chat about the ongoing Connecticut redistricting process (13:07). Quinnipiac University Law Prof. Bill Dunlap took a look at two qualified immunity cases that came before the U.S. Supreme Court (21:33).

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WICC Pet of The Week

WICC Pet of The Week

Meet Piper is a social 8 month old spayed rabbit! She was scared of the dog in her previous home and may prefer to roam in an area without a canine friend. She also prefers to be the only rabbit so she can get all the attention. She is easy to handle but like most rabbits should go home with kids 10 and up. There are a variety of rabbits like Piper that would love to be in your home! Visit cthumane.org.

Melissa in the Morning: Misleading Headlines

Melissa in the Morning: Misleading Headlines

After news broke that General Colin Powell passed away, news outlets focused on two things: he had covid and was vaccinated. Dr. Browne debunked the worries and accusations around this headline. Plus, the FDA gave the thumbs up to mixing and matching covid booster shots. What you need to know!

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Melissa in the Morning: Somebody’s Watching Me…

Melissa in the Morning: Somebody’s Watching Me…

1. Reports say 80% of US households have at least ONE smart tv. Our cyber security expert, Vahid, shares how you could be at risk and how to better protect yourself. ((00:10))
2. There are a lot of efforts to preserve Remington Woods between Bridgeport and Stratford. Senator Blumenthal is behind that effort as well! He told us why. ((12:36))
3. Zoo Minute: National Wolves Awareness Week ((21:05))

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Melissa in the Morning: I have plateaued…WHY?!?!?!

Melissa in the Morning: I have plateaued…WHY?!?!?!

1.  If you are dieting or changing your exercise regime, you lose weight in the beginning…until you plateau. Amy Llinas explains why that happens. ((00:10))2.  Senator Kevin Kelly breaks down what the new GOP proposals on crime crackdown in Connecticut looks like and why it’s so controversial. ((06:50))3.  Online gambling and a new music fest next year! Bridgeport Regional Business Council president, Dan Onofrio, shares what this means for the city. ((19:56))

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