Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What’s The Bridgeport Buzz?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What’s The Bridgeport Buzz?

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” featured our regular check-in with www.OnlyInBridgeport.com blogger Lennie Grimaldi (0:41). Sacred Heart University History Prof. Dr. David Thompson discussed the current debt ceiling controversy in Washington (9:42). Twenty-six-year CIA veteran Daniel J. O’Connor talked about his new book, “A True American Patriot,” as well as current world events (20:10). Paul also talked…

Melissa in the Morning: Animal Cruelty in CT

Melissa in the Morning: Animal Cruelty in CT

Two recent cases this month of animal cruelty brings a question about oversight for in-home rescues and dealing with a mental health crisis. We spoke with UNH professor of forensic science, Virginia Maxwell, about these crimes and what can be done to combat the problem. ((00:00)) About 1 in 50 children are diagnosed with a…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Missing Out On Billions?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Missing Out On Billions?

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” featured our weekly check-in with Hearst Connecticut columnist and Senior Editor Dan Haar, who talked about a Yale study on the state’s less-than-stellar investment strategy (0:47). Family Institute of Connecticut Director of Public Policy Leslie Wolfgang briefed us on a controversial bill making its way through the General Assembly (11:45), and we…

Melissa in the Morning: Regulating Artificial Intelligence

Melissa in the Morning: Regulating Artificial Intelligence

Earlier this week, the CEO of ChatGPT, testified on Capital Hill practically begging for regulation over free open A.I. We spoke with our cyber security expert, Vahid, about the hearing and whether the request for oversight is promising or sketchy. ((00:00)) Bridgeport city officials are hoping the FAA will give a thumbs up to the…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

It is my pleasure to introduce you to Tyson! Male Terrier mix with hair to impress! Tyson is 8 years old and compact size. He may be a bit older but he is full of energy! He would do great in a house or apartment. His foster said he seems to like dogs and everyone…

Connecticut Today With Paul Pacelli: Connecticut’s DUI Problem

Connecticut Today With Paul Pacelli: Connecticut’s DUI Problem

“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli welcomed commuter advocate Jim Cameron to chat about his latest column on the state’s drunk driving problem (0:22). Paul also had a few thoughts on the latest GOP presidential primary numbers (12:45). Image Credit: Getty Images

The Lisa Wexler Show – NatGeo Author, David Quammen

The Lisa Wexler Show – NatGeo Author, David Quammen

Renowned National Geographic journalist, David Quammen joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his latest book: THE HEARTBEAT of the WILD where he shares encounters with African elephants, chimpanzees, and gorillas (and their saviors, including Jane Goodall); the salmon of northeastern Russia and the people whose livelihood depends on them; the lions of Kenya and the villagers…

Melissa in the Morning: Food Insecurity

Melissa in the Morning: Food Insecurity

According to estimates from Feeding America, more than 490,000 Connecticut residents struggle with hunger; more than 131,000 children are food insecure. Coming to the Greater Danbury Area in the fall: Food Farmacy. Learn about this new center and what it means for those facing hunger in our state. ((00:00)) May is Mental Health Awareness Month and…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Drop The Vehicle Tax?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Drop The Vehicle Tax?

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on “Connecticut Today” with news of a possible move to get rid of the state’s motor vehicle property tax (0:35). Sacred Heart University political science professor Dr. Gary Rose checked in with his monthly update (10:28). We had remarks from CT Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy – on…