CT 169 Strong founders, Alexis Harrison & Maria Weingarten, join Lisa Wexler to give an update on what language in current zoning bills would change your town as you know it. Image Credit: Francesco Scatena / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: CT Catholics and Jews Outraged
Are local politics overshadowing a very holy time for Christians and Jews? That’s what some are saying about the state representative seat for the 113th district covering Shelton. We pulled back the lens on this issue with Chris Healey, the Executive Director of the Connecticut Catholic Conference. Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa in the Morning: Animal Cruelty
24 dogs were seized from a Connecticut property and a 28-year-old woman is now facing animal cruelty charges. The accusations against Sarah Smolak are pretty horrific, but what I find fascinating is after her arrest this week, it seemed like she had been on the radar for many animal advocacy groups, including Desmond’s Army. We…
Melissa in the Morning: Springtime Scams
From home improvement projects to filing your taxes and finding a job, ‘tis the season for springtime scams. Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection shared some tips to avoid fraudsters and getting duped this season. IMAGE CREDIT: Eric Urbanowicz
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Blatant Arrogance From The Majority?
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with his thoughts on a Connecticut Mirror op-ed posted by Democratic State Senate leaders, reacting to recent statements from a GOP State Senate member (00:45), while State Senate GOP Leader Steve Harding offered his thoughts on that Democratic op-ed as well (14:52). Yankee Institute blogger…
The Lisa Wexler Show – How Medicaid Cuts Would Affect Connecticut Residents
Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how congressional budget cuts and policy changes affect Medicaid and how CT is responding. Image Credit: designer491 / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: The Art of Networking
No matter the generation, networking has always been an essential way to have a successful employment journey. But has the average person mastered the art of networking? We spoke with career strategist, Julie Bauke, during Julie on the Job. Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa in the Morning: Coaching Etiquette
A basketball coach at Foran High School in Milford has been placed on leave after being arrested for an incident at practice last month. The Foran JV basketball coach allegedly shoved a player on his team, swearing at him in front of the rest of the team. We spoke generally about coaching behavior and trends…
Melissa in the Morning: Sexual Misconduct Allegations
An isolated incident has reportedly impacted the upcoming class of the Bridgeport police academy. The case involves alleged sexual misconduct and for the very latest on this investigation, we spoke with Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter. Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa in the Morning: The Impact of Potential Ban on Drones
State first responders are considering their options after Connecticut lawmakers are following the federal government in banning the use of drones made in China by local agencies, including police, fire, and EMS. But those drones have been a big help to many first responders, including the 2024 Hawthorne Fire in Berlin. For perspective on this,…