Melissa in the Morning: A 200% Bump

Melissa in the Morning: A 200% Bump

1. Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling says there has been a 200% increase in calls for help since online gambling and sports betting became legal. Diana Goode shares some misconceptions with the online platforms and how to combat the problem at hand. ((00:10))2. Elon Musk got approval to buy Twitter. So what does that mean…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About Public Prayers

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About Public Prayers

On Monday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli kicked off the week with a few thoughts on a major public prayer case (0:32) and later, we heard from Landmark Legal Foundation Attorney Mike O’Neill about that case being heard by the U.S. Supreme Court (9:59). Union organizer Daisy Pitkin talked about her new book, “On the…

Melissa in the Morning: The Gift of Life

Melissa in the Morning: The Gift of Life

1. April is Donate Life Month and we spoke with D. Glyn Morgan of Hartford Hospital. Who is an ideal donor, how do donations work, what’s the difference between a living organ and cadaver organ? ((00:10))2. It’s inevitable…you’re going to mess up in your marriage. Little problems here and there but how do we handle…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About Disney

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Calm Down About Disney

On Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul talked about the current war of words between Florida GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Disney Corporation (0:39). Federalist Senior Editor Chris Bedford joined us to talk about what the possible purchase of Twitter by billionaire Elon Musk would mean for social media (8:14). Yankee Institute Director…

Melissa in the Morning: 35 Years Later…

Melissa in the Morning: 35 Years Later…

It’s been 35 years since the L’Ambiance Plaza collapse in Bridgeport. It’s known as one of the worst construction tragedies in US history. On April 23, 1987, seven floors of the structure crumbled to the ground, killing 28 construction workers. We spoke with several people directly touched by the tragedy:1. Tony Tufaro “The Mole” ((00:10))2. Cliff Telep;…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Latest Covid-19 Update

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Latest Covid-19 Update

On Thursday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli welcomed UConn Health epidemiologist Dr. David Banach for the latest Covid-19 developments (0:28). Later on, we carried remarks from President Joe Biden on more U.S. aid heading to Ukraine’s military (12:11). Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Masks on Planes

Melissa in the Morning: Masks on Planes

Earlier this week, the mask mandate was eliminated for airplanes. What does this mean for covid upticks, especially coming from other countries? Dr. Browne talked about that and if covid will ever go away.  IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Giving Hope to Kids

Melissa in the Morning: Giving Hope to Kids

1. During domestic violence awareness month, we talk about the support given to kids in our area through programs like Camp Hope and Pathways to Hope. ((00:10))2. After baby formula shortages and recalls in recent months, here’s what parents with little ones should know! ((12:06))3. Science You May Not Know: NASA and UConn team up…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli:The Madness Continues

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli:The Madness Continues

On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul pointed out the ongoing lunacy of how the General Assembly operates on a prehistoric schedule (0:26). Author Mike Gonzalez talked about his new book, “BLM: The Making of a New Marxist Revolution” (13:41). We also welcomed local gasoline analyst Mike Fox to chat about the current state…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet Nicolai  A fun active lab mix! He is 8 months, neutered, and update on vaccines. He has very shiny black fur And though his picture makes him look larger he is only 26 pounds! Let me tell you he jumps very high though! I was surprised when I first saw him. I would imagine when…