CT Today With Paul Pacelli – “Electeds of Color?”

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – “Electeds of Color?”

Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with comments about a strange political controversy in Boston (00:29). Sacred Heart University Political Science Scholar in Residence Dr. Gary Rose chatted with us about the national political scene (13:01), while University of New Haven National Security Professor Dr. Howard Stoffer commented on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war (24:09)…

Melissa In The Morning: Everybody (In Connecticut) Knows His Name

Melissa In The Morning: Everybody (In Connecticut) Knows His Name

New data shows that Google searches for AI to help with college essays has skyrocketed 110% in the last year! But is the headline deceiving? We ask our cyber security expert, Dr. Vahid Behzadan, about the findings. We also talked about artificial intelligence in the classroom and how teachers can strike a balance with students…

Melissa In The Morning: The Surge Of Flu Cases

Melissa In The Morning: The Surge Of Flu Cases

Flu cases are surging, especially in the south. A lot of Connecticut residents will travel south for the holidays or in the winter months. So, what do people need to do ahead of their travel plans? How important is testing? Do the tests expire? How accurate are they? Dr. Browne addresses all of that. Image…

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Some Real Progress?

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Some Real Progress?

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” opened with host Paul Pacelli updating some possible national movement on the immigration issue (00:32). Hearst Connecticut Media editor and columnist Dan Haar dropped by to talk about the hot issues of the day (13:06), while Quinnipiac University social media expert Prof. John Powers talked about a push for parental control over…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

He’s currently available from a foster home based out of our Westport shelter, so an appointment is required to adopt.  Here’s some basic information about guinea pigs:  The Guinea Pig, also called a cavy, is one popular pet! They are relatively easy to care for, docile and are responsive to kind and gentle handling. When…

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Really, Governor Lamont?

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Really, Governor Lamont?

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with his thoughts on a controversial “invitation” issued by Gov. Ned Lamont (00:30). New Haven Independent reporter Laura Glesby talked about a growing controversy surrounding marriage licenses for immigrants (12:48). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio joined us with her report on state lawmakers being honored by the…

Melissa In The Morning: Lobster Trap Removal

Melissa In The Morning: Lobster Trap Removal

There were several street takeovers in Connecticut earlier this month and we want to know what lawmakers are doing to eliminate the problem or better protect residents. Senator Paul Cicarella is the Ranking state Senator of the Public Safety and Security Committee. He shared concerns over a lack of penalties and whether task forces make…

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – The Street Takeovers Continue

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – The Street Takeovers Continue

Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Quinnipiac University Associate Criminal Justice Professor Kimberly Przeszlowski on an estimated 1,500 drivers from out of state who took part in massive “street takeovers” in North Haven and other areas (00:36). Sacred Heart University Communication and Media Studies Professor Dr. Bill Yousman joined us…