Melissa in the Morning: Twitter Takeover

Melissa in the Morning: Twitter Takeover

The world is buzzing that Elon Musk has officially taken over Twitter. But what happens now? Social media consultant, Krista Carnes, weighs in on the conversation and shares why we could see Twitter start over. ((00:00)) Connecticut residents love birds. Tom Andersen with the CT Audubon Society shared a new website with tips to make…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Final Campaign Week

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Final Campaign Week

Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli welcomed GOP Gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski kicking off the last week of his campaign (0:29). Landmark Legal Foundation Analyst Mike O’Neill offered his thoughts on Monday’s U.S. Supreme Court arguments on affirmative action (12:34). Paul offered his thoughts on the media coverage and political reaction to an attack on…

Melissa in the Morning: Teen Gambling Addiction

Melissa in the Morning: Teen Gambling Addiction

Online gambling is the fastest growing form of gambling and some teenagers are getting hooked. Diana Goode is the executive director of CT Council on Problem Gambling. She stopped by to point out the problem with sports betting and shares how to combat the problem. ((00:00)) Does Connecticut do a good enough job accommodating people…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Costly Misstep?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Costly Misstep?

We wrapped up another week on “Connecticut Today” with news of a controversial statement from GOP gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski (0:30). SCSU Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Jonathan Wharton joined us to talk about that story and other election news (9:45). Restore Us Institute executive director Scott Cleland updated the latest regulatory issues surrounding…

Melissa in the Morning: On the Horizon

Melissa in the Morning: On the Horizon

This week, we focused on different events and changes that are coming up in a matter of days and weeks: Connecticut State Police tackled Halloween Safety ((00:00)) Mitch Gross with Eversource talked about weatherization for homes and how to cut down on heating costs this winter. ((14:01)) Alan Sheketoff of Macman Insurance Associates talked about…

Melissa in the Morning: Tri-demic?

Melissa in the Morning: Tri-demic?

You’ve probably seen the term “tri-demic” being tossed around in the news. It’s a catchy phrase to basically bring attention to RSV cases, flu cases and covid cases. Dr. Browne talks about the trends we are seeing here in Connecticut. We also took several listener questions regarding flu and covid vaccines. IMAGE CREDIT: DigitalVision Vectors

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Here Comes Early Voting

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Here Comes Early Voting

On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, we talked about new poll numbers pointing toward an apparent desire by Connecticut residents for some period of early voting (0:29). Quinnipiac University International Business Prof. Mohammad Elahee discussed the significance of Britain’s new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (16:22). We also welcomed a call from GOP Lt. Gov.…

Melissa in the Morning: Warm Up before Winter

Melissa in the Morning: Warm Up before Winter

On the Horizon: Weatherizing your home! Mitch Gross with Eversource gave us tips to prep our homes for the winter months. How can we cut down on heating costs? ((00:00)) We focused so much on the relatively new, Hartford Healthcare Ampitheater, that many miss the Total Mortgage Arena next door. Dan Onofrio of the BRBC…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

This week we are bringing you baby Stitch, a 4 month old dilute tricolor lion head. Stitch is exceedingly fluffy and friendly. He’ll be a joy to have in any home. He needs a family who can groom him regularly and give him lots of free roaming time. He may like to be bonded to…