Melissa in the Morning: One is the Loneliest Number…

Melissa in the Morning: One is the Loneliest Number…

A new report from the Surgeon General says that social isolation’s effects on mortality are equivalent to smoking up to 15 cigarettes every day. Loneliness can reportedly contribute to a person having a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, anxiety, depression and dementia. Counselor, Julius Dudics, talks about why isolation has become more prevalent and how…

Melissa in the Morning: Not-So-Tech-Savvy

Melissa in the Morning: Not-So-Tech-Savvy

K-12 school districts are on edge after a federal program under the CARES act is set to expire. It is leaving CT schools less equipped to make the technology investments needed to operate efficiently. We spoke to Executive Director of CT Association of Public School Superintendents, Fran Rabinowitz, about this and what the legislature needs…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Updated Zoning In Norwalk

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Updated Zoning In Norwalk

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling on some proposed city zoning changes (0:28). OnlyInBridgeport.com blogger Lennie Grimaldi joined us for his weekly update (11:26). We replayed Erick Erickson’s interview with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (23:08) and Paul had some initial thoughts on Budweiser, Target, boycotts and…

Melissa in the Morning: Handling Ticks

Melissa in the Morning: Handling Ticks

Recently, Melissa plucked a tick off of her son and like many, she has questions. Dr. Browne discussed getting ticks tested, which types of ticks carry Lyme, signs of infection and what other issues ticks can carry beside Lyme. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: “It’s Creepy”

Melissa in the Morning: “It’s Creepy”

Senator Richard Blumenthal did a deep dive into his concerns over artificial intelligence. He also addressed what kind of regulation can be in place to better control it and who would be in charge of oversight. ((00:00)) May is mental health awareness month and we want to know if Connecticut has enough resources in place…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Metro-North Service Cuts?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Metro-North Service Cuts?

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today with host Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Association of Commuter Rail Employees General Chairman and Executive Board Director Ed Valente on proposed Metro-North schedule cuts (0:33). GOP State Sen. Paul Cicarella stopped by to talk about recent “street takeovers” in some municipalities (10:13), while Paul had an update on the invetigation…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Today I want to talk about Sandy. This 6-year-old Chihuahua mix.  Sandy is a lovely female pup who is ready for her forever home!  Since she is small, she would be great for apartments or homes of all sizes.   We have tried to introduce Sandy to different dogs, She doesn’t mind walking past or in…

Melissa in the Morning: Twitter News Network?

Melissa in the Morning: Twitter News Network?

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to announce his run for President today…ON TWITTER! But this is just one of the many recent examples of powerful people using the social media platform as a news network. But now, with the option to buy a blue checkmark, are we heading down a dark path of reporting?…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Riots On Wheels?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Riots On Wheels?

“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday’s show with some thoughts on recent “street takeovers” across the state, including one seen on video (0:23). University of New Haven MBA David Sacco offered his thoughts on the current debt limit issue in Washington (15:35). Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Addressing CT’s Housing Crisis

Melissa in the Morning: Addressing CT’s Housing Crisis

It’s no secret; we have a severe housing crisis in our state. We don’t have enough housing for young professionals starting their post graduate career or for aging seniors needing to downsize but not necessarily in need of assisted living. We also are dealing with essential workers living far from the municipalities they serve because…