Melissa in the Morning: Covid in Connecticut

Melissa in the Morning: Covid in Connecticut

1. Governor Lamont took our state questions but also gives us the latest on covid. ((00:10))
2. The CT Audobon Society shared its latest report on bird populations and why Connecticut needs to care more. ((14:20))
3. Congressman Jim Himes talks about medication price hikes. ((28:39))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Baseball Lockout Is Your Fault

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Baseball Lockout Is Your Fault

On “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul kicked off the show with a few thoughts on the first Major League Baseball work stoppage since 1994 (0:36). Fairfield GOP state Sen. Tony Hwang talked about better local transparency for federal Covid-19 funds (6:27). Quinnipiac University Assistant Journalism Professor Ben Bogardus gave us his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Chris Cuomo and CNN (16:22).

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Melissa in the Morning: Omicron Variant

Melissa in the Morning: Omicron Variant

Dr. Browne talked about the new variant and if the vaccine can fight it. He also touched on boosters and why our infection rate is going up all of a sudden.

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Melissa in the Morning: Abortion Laws

Melissa in the Morning: Abortion Laws

1. Eyes are on the Supreme Court and the handling of Roe v. Wade. Senator Blumenthal weighs in on the conversation. ((00:10))
2. A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened in Darien this morning. Alberto Pillot shared how it helps Connecticut residents affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. ((10:04))
3. Trees of Hope is back in New Haven! How you can win a tree and help local families. ((19:05))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Connecticut’s New Paid Leave Law

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Connecticut’s New Paid Leave Law

On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, we featured remarks from Governor Ned Lamont on the state’s new family and medical leave program (0:23). Attorney Mike O’Neill from the Landmark Legal Foundation joined us to chat about the U.S. Supreme Court’s oral arguments on a controversial Mississippi abortion law (3:18).

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Melissa in the Morning: Hit by a Meteorite

Melissa in the Morning: Hit by a Meteorite

1. 67 years ago, an Alabama housewife was hit by a meteorite during an afternoon nap. David Mestre of Science you may not Know shares the anniversary significance. ((00:10))
2. As the nation’s most frequent disaster, home fires have remained a constant threat during the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Red Cross shared why they’ve seen a 50% bump in fires since last year. ((09:14))
3. Workout Wednesday: When you’re off routine, how do you stay on top of your health? ((17:46))
4. Monroe Police is hosting its first ever stuff a gazebo toy drive. Here’s what you need to know. ((23:51)) 

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WICC Pet of The Week

WICC Pet of The Week

Some people think cats like to keep to themselves rather than give you attention. Well, they should meet Vera! She loves people, is playful, and likes to gently tap your head when she’s up high on her shelf! That’s her way of helping people while they clean her room! Vera is a 3-year-old calico who came to the Connecticut Humane Society after she bounced around a few homes that couldn’t keep her. Along the way, she met another cat and kids and did fine with all of them. This kitty doesn’t seem to like dogs though, so her new home should be dog-free. Vera can’t wait to meet you, so apply for her in her online profile at CThumane.org/adopt.