CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Today we have handsome Link! He is a 4 year old brown tiger cat who is ready and waiting for his forever home! He was very nervous his first few days and told us so but has settled in and is enjoying his interactions with staff and volunteers.  We are very happy to be hanging…

Melissa in the Morning: ‘Hoodwinked’

Melissa in the Morning: ‘Hoodwinked’

Author and constitutional expert, Joe Patrina, wrote a book highlighting the brokenness of property taxation in America. Find out how his book ‘Hoodwinked’ addresses the problem and why he needs the book to land in the hands of the Supreme Court (0:00). This week is Black Maternal Health Week. We spoke about the high risk…

Melissa in the Morning: Older Adult Benefits

Melissa in the Morning: Older Adult Benefits

It’s not a handout, it’s something you actually paid for years ago. We spoke with Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc. about benefits most seniors don’t know about but should get in on! ((00:00)) Julie on the Job: Recruiters will not land you the job…but we do learn three ways to most likely land…

Melissa in the Morning: Body Image Woes

Melissa in the Morning: Body Image Woes

National statistics show 46% of girls in the US ‘often’ or ‘always’ worry about their body image; for boys, it’s 25%. So, how can parents created a safer, more loving environment to secure our kids and help them overcome these vulnerabilities? Child development expert, Dr. Erica Bocknek, gave us advice on this and how adults…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Bridgeport Mayoral Race

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Bridgeport Mayoral Race

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli welcomed “Only in Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi to chat about the city’s upcoming mayoral contest (0:31). Quinnipiac University Associate Journalism Prof. Molly Yanity talked about the just-completed NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament and the implications for the WNBA (11:25). Paul also had some thoughts on Governor Ned Lamont’s comments…

Melissa in the Morning: Eye Drop Recall

Melissa in the Morning: Eye Drop Recall

U.S. health officials are alerting consumers about several recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury. This finding has impacted dozens of Connecticut residents, let alone the entire nation. We asked Dr. Browne about the problem at hand, if this has happened before and whether there are…

Melissa in the Morning: College Search Game Changer

Melissa in the Morning: College Search Game Changer

High schoolers typically struggle to find the right college for them. But with all the money parents drop to put their kids through school, you want to know they are going to the best place for their future. Mike Cardinal, a CT native, created Springpath, a program to help students navigate and identify the best…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Stop The Scare Tactics

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Stop The Scare Tactics

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli highlighted a new focus on former Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman and his involvement with the “Third Way” organization (0:28). Greenwich GOP State Sen. Ryan Fazio talked about the status of tax cut legislation at the State Capitol (12:45). Heritage Foundation Attorney Matthew Forys joined us to chat about the…

Melissa in the Morning: Headed to the Moon

Melissa in the Morning: Headed to the Moon

NASA announced its Artemis II crew headed to the moon in 2024. We spoke with David Mestre in Science You May Not Know about the astronauts chosen, the mission ahead of them and the significance of it all. ((00:00)) The American Red Cross stopped by for its monthly visit to discuss preparedness plans when Mother…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Today we want to introduce you to Pura! She is a 7.5 year old female cat. Pura is mostly grey, has a white bib, and yellowish eyes. She would be the perfect cat for someone who wants company but not looking for an actual lap cat. Pura does sit on the laps of her peeps…