Melissa in the Morning: The latest Covid Questions

Melissa in the Morning: The latest Covid Questions

After the president took paxlovid, his covid “apparently came back.” And that seems common for many who take the medication. But is it really coming back or is that a false headline? Dr. Browne discussed it and answered the latest covid questions including recommendations regarding outdoor dining.  IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet this silly little fellow, Hawthorn. He is just 2 months and 4 days old and is ready to find his new home. Hawthorn was born in one of our foster homes so has been around loving animal people his whole life. As a result, he is a healthy, happy, confident little chap, and will…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About The Trump FBI Raid

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About The Trump FBI Raid

On Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli urged folks to wait and get the entire story behind the FBI raid on former President Trump’s Florida home (0:35). New Haven Independent Editor Paul Bass joined us to talk about this year’s primaries (13:51) as did SCSU Political Science Prof. Jonathan Wharton (25:05). Former FBI agent Ken…

Melissa in the Morning: Jump Ship

Melissa in the Morning: Jump Ship

1. We are living in weird times…unemployment is at an all-time low, employers are desperate for workers but employees are struggling to find happiness and opportunities in the workplace. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, gave some perspective on this and tips on how to determine what’s best for you.  2. Snapchat has rolled out new parental…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Use Your Head When You Vote

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Use Your Head When You Vote

On Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, we wondered if Connecticut voters use their heads or their hearts when they make decisions at the ballot box (0:26). We also featured recorded remarks from Connecticut Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy on passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (9:28). Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Best from Biden

Melissa in the Morning: Best from Biden

1. The Senate passed an Inflation Reduction Act with the greatest part covering healthcare subsidies and prescription drug costs. Alan Sheketoff of Macman Insurance Associates shared why this could be the best thing President Biden has done during his time in office. ((00:10))2. UConn’s star player is starting the recovery journey from an ACL reconstructive…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: How Does Donald Trump Help In Connecticut?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: How Does Donald Trump Help In Connecticut?

On Friday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli analyzed former President Trump’s endorsement of Leora Levy for the upcoming GOP Senate primary (0:34). Dominic Rapini – the Republican Party-endorsed candidate for Secretary of the State – joined us to talk about his campaign and ideas on how to better run the SOTS office (10:17). The Yankee…

Cooking with Claud: Corn Crepes

Cooking with Claud: Corn Crepes

INGREDIENTS:1.5-2 cups of corn kernels1 cup of whole milk or skim2 table olive3 large eggs½ cup flour1/3 cup of corn mealCooked bacon, ham or sausage (whatever meat you prefer)Mozzarella

Melissa in the Morning: Love Letters in Wartime

Melissa in the Morning: Love Letters in Wartime

1. When local writer and producer Lisa Franco walked into an antique shop on Cape Cod eleven years ago, little did she know she would stumble upon a treasure that would change the course of her life. Lisa Franco shared her journey of writing My Dearest Darling: Letters of Love in Wartime. ((00:00)) 2. Governor Lamont…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What Should President Biden Do About Brittney Griner?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What Should President Biden Do About Brittney Griner?

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli took a look at the options the U.S. now has in trying to get Russia to release imprisoned WNBA star Brittney Griner (0:31). Darien/Norwalk GOP State Representative Terrie Wood talked about her candidacy for the Republican nomination in this year’s Secretary of the State race (15:00). Image Credit: Reuters