CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet Walter and his “sister” Hallie! Walter is the handsome orange cat and Hallie has orange white, and gray! These to loveable cats are a gem to hang out with. They are quiet and hide in their cat beds but when you come into their room, they both come right over! First to see if…

Melissa in the Morning: Police Hiring Process

Melissa in the Morning: Police Hiring Process

Bridgeport is one step closer to finding the next top cop. Mayor Joe Ganim shared the timeline of what happens next with the three final candidates and how you can weigh in on the next chief. ((00:10)) Connecticut is looking to go more electric. We spoke with CT Electric Car and took basic listener questions…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Connecticut Women Rule The Election Roost

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Connecticut Women Rule The Election Roost

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured a lively discussion about the widening “gender gap” in Connecticut politics, in particular when it comes to statewide elections (0:30). Cato Institute author Marian Tupy joined is to chat about his new book, “Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful…

Melissa in the Morning: Four-Day Work Week

Most of the companies participating in a four-day workweek pilot program in Britain said they had seen no loss of productivity during the experiment, and in some cases had seen a significant improvement. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, shares why this new way of work scheduling could be the ‘golden handcuffs’ employers are looking for. ((00:10))…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: When Did We Become Politically Ignorant?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: When Did We Become Politically Ignorant?

“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli wondered how and why politics and the debate over policy have descended to the current, lowest-common-denominator level (0:31). Independent gubernatorial candidate Rob Hotaling joined the show to talk about Tuesday night’s first debate (10:54). Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Age Discrimination

Melissa in the Morning: Age Discrimination

Recent AARP research shows that 62% of workers age 50+ reported having seen or experienced age discrimination personally in the workplace. Bill Rivera, Senior Vice President for Litigation at AARP, shared signs of discrimination and resources for people impacted. ((00:10)) Disinformation can be found in every political advertisement with some element of propaganda. Donald Barclay discussed…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Bravo Governor DeSantis

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Bravo Governor DeSantis

Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week looking at the aftermath of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ move to send a group of migrants the Martha’s Vineyard (0:22). CEMA head Chris Herb talked about the recent controversy over the use of heat pumps in Connecticut (9:22). Image Credit: Reuters

Cooking with Claud: Matzah Balls

Cooking with Claud: Matzah Balls

INGREDIENTS:– 4 eggs– 1/4 cup seltzer– 1/4 cup olive oil– 1 cup of matzah mealOnce mixed, refrigerate it. Make the mix into small balls and boil them in a pot of water. Simmer for about a half hour IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Supporting Veterans

Melissa in the Morning: Supporting Veterans

National statistics show about 40,000 veterans are homeless across the US. Here in Connecticut, we have Homes for the Brave to support local vets. The non-profit is turning 20! We learned its history and how much it’s grown over the years. ((00:10)) From one non-profit changing lives to another, we learned about the Chick Rosnick…