Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Obnoxious ATVs

1. Mayor Joe Ganim addressed the concerns around loud and dangerous ATV riding in the city. He also touched on an internal investigation on the Bridgeport Police Department following a recent arrest. ((00:10))
2. The Red Cross is reporting the lowest donor numbers last month since the start of the pandemic. We learned some misconceptions connected to covid vaccines and a lack of donations. ((12:09))
3. Nuvance Health Dr. Paul Wright gives us preventable measures and symptoms of strokes for the awareness month. ((18:24))
4. A new autism support clinic has expanded into Ridgefield. We hear from the CEO the importance of this work and future plans of expansion in CT. ((24:18))
5. Science You May Not Know: Moon Trees ((32:44))

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Melissa in the Morning: Bus Problems

1. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti defends why the city struggles with canceled bus routes and says it’s a problem everywhere, not just Shelton. ((00:10))
2. A non-profit helps educate middle and high school students in career paths and financial knowledge. ((09:23))
3. Morning show counselor, Julius Dudics, talks about Mental Health Awareness Month and the importance of talking it out. ((22:03))
4. Social Media Consultant, Krista Carnes, brings awareness to scam companies and what to look out for. ((29:26))

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Things to Know Tuesday May 4th

CT first in nation to fully vaccinate half of adults CT Post

Milford to hold four Memorial Day events, no parade CT Post

Bridgeport schools won’t offer remote learning this fall CT Post

CT’s biggest lottery prize in April was $200K; here’s a list of the big winners CT Post

Children as young as 12 could soon get Pfizer’s COVID vaccine WFSB

MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: Chlorine shortage, GameStop boost, Clorox sales WFSB

The Beach Boys to perform at new Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport in August The Hour

Judge will not declare Jennifer Dulos dead The Hour

Stamford clinic vaccinates beach-goers at Cove Island Park Stamford Advocate

Broken puppy promises: How to avoid scams when trying to adopt a pet online WTNH

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Melissa in the Morning: Live Driver’s Test

1. Lt. Perez quizzed Melissa live during Crime on the Mind. How did she do and should her driver’s license be taken away? ((00:10))
2. Senator Bob Duff defends banning flavored tobacco products but supports legal marijuana…ironic or no? ((15:17))
3. Senator Tony Hwang touches on zoning bills and irony behind marijuana legislation. ((24:04))
4. Attorney Mike Roberts talks about xenophobia and why it’s happening rapidly in CT workplaces and schools. ((32:54))

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Things to Know Monday May 3rd

Machine Gun Kelly headlining tickets sell out for Big E, hit aftermarket with exorbitant prices CT Post

Tick, tick, boom: Disease carrying insects on the rise in CT CT Post

These are the COVID restrictions being lifted on May 1 CT Post

Verizon selling Yahoo, AOL unit to Apollo in $5B deal WFSB

LL Bean’s flagship store resumes 24-hour operations WFSB

Most CT COVID restrictions are going away in May. What does that mean for outdoor events? The Hour

BMHS acting principal to return from administrative leave The Hour

Crossing Connecticut bridges to the other side of the pandemic with Harry Connick Jr. Stamford Advocate

Color and sound: Painted pianos are coming to Stamford’s downtown Stamford Advocate

Prince Harry, Jennifer Lopez make voices heard at Vax Live Stamford Advocate

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Melissa in the Morning: Who’s Paying for Free College?

1. Congressman Himes admits the President has some lofty goals but not the free two years of community college. So who’s going to pay for it? Melissa digs into it. ((00:10))
2. Senator Kevin Kelly created a grassroots effort called Stop the Gas Tax CT. What you need to know and why it matters to middle class wallets. ((13:24))
3. Early Education consultant, Liz Englander, identifies good and bad praising for children and why it matters down the road. ((20:39))

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Things to Know Friday April 30th

Food & Wine magazine names Connecticut the #2 pizza state in the country The Hour

Data: CT vulnerable communities lag behind for COVID vaccinations CT Post

NWS: Gusty winds headed for CT this afternoon CT Post

New on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Amazon May 2021 CT Post

Remote learning will no longer be a requirement in CT schools WFSB

The US is taking a major step toward resuming normal life WFSB

Norwalk’s spring restaurant week kicks off this weekend The Hour

Citing business owners, Lamont hints he’ll keep indoor mask mandate in place The Hour

Police: Driver sped off from Byram collision in stolen Maserati Stamford Advocate

New Haven woman involved in drug scheme with former Yale doc gets probation New Haven Register

Melissa in the Morning: Fertility Issues

1. 40 years later, why is it harder to start a family? Bridges Healthcare talks about the changes we’re seeing in men and for women at work. ((00:10))
2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about the President’s address to Congress and what it could mean for jobless veterans. ((08:49))
3. Zoo Minute: A research program incorporating Fairfield University. ((16:34))

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Reopenings, vaccines and long haulers

Dr. Browne reacts to breaking news that New York City plans to open up fully by July first. What does this mean with herd immunity and wearing masks? Also, the J&J vaccine is back, but was the pause even necessary? Dr. Browne says maybe not. He also touches on covid survivors possibly passing up on the second shot. Is that OK?

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Things to Know Thursday April 29th

President Biden delivers first prime-time address to Congress WFSB

Feds raid Giuliani’s home, office, escalating criminal probe WFSB

DPH tells providers: Make sure people show up for second COVID shot CT Post

‘Tremendous progress:’ Council committee reviews Trumbull school audit compliance CT Post

What will PURA’s ruling mean for CT consumers? Here’s what we know CT Post

UConn women’s rowers file Title IX lawsuit in attempt to save program The Hour

Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick visit CT farm to pick new baby goats The Hour

Police: Ridgefield cyclist hit by car in New Canaan The Hour

Former Joel Barlow HS athletic director stripped of honors after investigation determined ‘inappropriate conduct’ with student Stamford Advocate

State leaders react to President Biden’s Address to Congress; new American Families Plan WTNH

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