Melissa in the Morning: Guns at CT Schools

Melissa in the Morning: Guns at CT Schools

2023 is proving to be a challenging year with guns in Connecticut schools. A Hamden student is accused of bringing a gun to his school and hiding it in a closet. We spoke with our news partners, Ken Houston, about the latest on the investigation. ((00:00)) Fairfield University is being recognized on a national level…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Good morning! This week I want to introduce you all to Passion. She is a 4 month year old female kitten that is waiting for her forever home. She came to us with her housemate “Blue”.  Passion is shy and needs to live with adults only while she gains her confidence. Our Behavior coordinator and…

The Lisa Wexler Show – Rep. Matt Ritter

The Lisa Wexler Show – Rep. Matt Ritter

Lisa Wexler interviews Speaker of the House, Representative Matt Ritter, about proposed changes to a Bill that would greatly improve access to services for Connecticut’s autistic residents. Image Credit: Sean Pavone / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Valentine Scams

Melissa in the Morning: Valentine Scams

One week before Valentines Day, the BBB is warning lovers to be careful of scammers. From online shopping to texting fraudsters, there’s a lot to keep an eye out for. We spoke with Kristen Johnson about trending issues and how to protect yourselves. ((00:00)) Julie on the Job: unemployment data shows there are more jobs…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Really Senator Murphy?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Really Senator Murphy?

We kicked off another week of “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli discussing a controversial tweet by Connecticut U.S. Senator Chris Murphy regarding the weekend downing of a Chinese spy balloon (0:32). Attorney Craig Fishbein talked about a lawsuit filed on behalf of two Connecticut groups against a recent gun reclassification by the federal government (12:39).…

Melissa in the Morning: Adam’s House

Melissa in the Morning: Adam’s House

Adam’s House in Shelton is providing free grief counseling in eight week periods to CT families dealing with loss. We spoke with both the founder of the non-profit and the Director of Corporate Relations about their work and how families are being transformed. ((00:00)) Both sides of the aisle weigh in on what’s happening during…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Shoot It Down?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Shoot It Down?

Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured a lively debate concerning what the U.S. should do about a balloon from China floating across the country (0:33). Heritage Foundation military and foreign policy analyst James Jay Carafano commented on that balloon, as well (12:20). American Institute for Economic Research’s Dr. Phil Magness talked about Hulu’s current…

Cooking with Claud: Roasted Pear and Butternut Squash Soup

Cooking with Claud: Roasted Pear and Butternut Squash Soup

Serves 6 people INGREDIENTS:— 8 pears (peeled, cored and diced)— 1 butternut squash (peeled, seeded and cubed)— 1/2 red onion cut into wedges— 2 peeled garlic cloves— 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary— 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil— 1 tsp. ground black pepper— 1/2 tsp. salt— 1 carton chicken or vegetable broth PREHEAT OVEN TO 400…

Melissa in the Morning: All Things Doctor

Melissa in the Morning: All Things Doctor

Today is National Women Physicians Day meant to honor women doctors across the country. We spoke with Dr. Robin Oshman, the President of the Fairfield County Chapter of the American Women’s Medical Association. She shared the statistics on women in the medical field and how their practices differ from male doctors. ((00:00)) February 3rd recognizes…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Taking Money From Tipped Workers?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Taking Money From Tipped Workers?

On Thursday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli chatted with Trumbull restauranteur and GOP State Rep. Dave Rutigliano on the possible elimination of Connecticut’s “subminimum wage” for tipped workers (0:34). University of New Haven Criminal Justice Professor Dr. Lorenzo Boyd offered his thoughts on the Tyre Nichols case in Memphis (12:23). Stratford Democratic State Representative Joe…