Melissa in the Morning: Out of Context?

Melissa in the Morning: Out of Context?

1. Bridgeport city councilwoman Maria Pereira was stripped of all responsibilities after a comment she made at a recent meeting. We got her side of the story.2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about the Inflation Reduction Act just hours before voting on it in Washington DC. What does it really mean for climate change?3. Jayme Stevenson…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Tougher Campaign Message?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Tougher Campaign Message?

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured news about a key move at the top of Bob Stefanowski’s gubernatorial campaign (0:22). U.S. Navy veteran and Heritage Foundation analyst Brent Sadler joined us to chat about the current state of Navy readiness (8:45). Image Credit: Getty Images

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