Melissa in the Morning: Food Insecurity in CT

Melissa in the Morning: Food Insecurity in CT

Connecticut Foodshare says federal cuts will rip millions of meals away from their hunger relief partners and the people they serve. We spoke with Jason Jakubowski, President and CEO of CT Foodshare, to get a better understanding about the impact of the federal government but also the need for our state to step up and…

Melissa in the Morning: Removing the Target for Home Invasions

Melissa in the Morning: Removing the Target for Home Invasions

According to FBI statistics, most home burglaries happen during the summertime, and decrease about 11% during the wintertime. As the days get warmer and the spring season takes over, NOW is the time to make your home less prone to burglars. Crime prevention expert, Jim Perez, gave us advice to remove a target that could…

Melissa in the Morning: Recruiting State Police Applicants

Melissa in the Morning: Recruiting State Police Applicants

It’s no secret; Connecticut State Police have been dealing with a shortage of troopers for many years. Right now, we are about 300 troopers short and new recruitment efforts are underway now. We got the details from Captain Katharine Coney with Connecticut State Police. For more information: https://www.beaconnecticuttrooper.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: A No-Go for Bear Hunts??

Melissa in the Morning: A No-Go for Bear Hunts??

A proposal that would have allowed DEEP to regulate a bear hunting season in Connecticut seems to be off the table. Senate bill 1523 had the language around a bear hunt stripped even though officials with DEEP recommended bear hunts. We spoke with Senator Steve Harding about the latest on bear interactions in the state. Image…

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Homeschooling In The Spotlight?

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Homeschooling In The Spotlight?

Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another busy week on “Connecticut Today” looking at rumblings at the State Capitol regarding any possible role that homeschooling may have played in a recent home imprisonment case in Waterbury (00:37). Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly commentary, including thoughts on possibly setting up a…

The Lisa Wexler Show – Groundbreaking Research In Autism Outcomes

The Lisa Wexler Show – Groundbreaking Research In Autism Outcomes

Behavioral Child Neurologist, Dr. Richard Frye, PhD joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his breakthrough research on how a cheap drug has shown significant improvements in autistic children. Image Credit: Makhbubakhon Ismatova / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Taking Accountability

Melissa in the Morning: Taking Accountability

Congressman Jim Himes joined the conversation surrounding the national security fears after a group chat leaked among top Trump Administration officials and a reporter. Image Courtesy of Congressman Jim Himes

Melissa in the Morning: Child Predators

Melissa in the Morning: Child Predators

A former Bridgeport charter school tutor was convicted in a sexual assault case involving former students. We asked city officials how these cases are handled. Bridgeport Police Assistant Chief Capozzi and Detective Sgt. Debarros gave us a behind the scenes look. Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Meet Mike Loughran

Melissa in the Morning: Meet Mike Loughran

A former Stamford police sergeant is throwing his hat in the race for Stamford mayor. Mike Loughran filed paperwork this month to run as a Democrat and challenge incumbent Mayor Caroline Simmons. We met Mike and learned more about his political background and why he is now running. Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Tariff Impact on Car Dealerships

Melissa in the Morning: Tariff Impact on Car Dealerships

The Trump Administration announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and auto parts. And we want to get a better understanding of the impact of tariffs on our auto industry. Dave Flint, president of Park City Ford in Bridgeport gave us some perspective on this. Image Credit: Getty Images