1. Seaquest has been cited again by the USDA. We learned what happened and why animal advocates are still fighting to shut it down in Trumbull and across the country. ((00:10))2. Crime on the Mind: part one of spam messages on your phone ((13:40))3. Is Europe making a big shift following the Russian attack in…
University of New Haven Professor John Rosen joined “Connecticut Today” to talk about allegations of price gouging from Congress aimed at big oil companies (0:22). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell checked in for his monthly look at Connecticut politics (13:49). Image Credit: Reuters
During the month of May, generous supporters of Bridgeport Rescue is running a “matching challenge”. Grace Community Church and Wilton Kawanis Foundation have partnered with Bridgeport Rescue Mission for the past 10 years by hosting an annual Citrus Sale, selling Clementines, Ruby Red Grapefruit and Cara Cara Naval Oranges. Their support has steadily increased over…
1. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim is offering to increase education spending by 500-thousand-dollars in the upcoming fiscal year. This comes after continuous battle over the city budget. City Council President Aidee Nieves gave us the latest on the controversy. ((00:10))2. Two weeks ago, President Biden announced more aid to Ukraine. Congressman Himes told us what’s…
On “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli wondered if the big oil companies are guilty of price gouging during the present spike in inflation and the Russian invasion of Ukraine (0:29). Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang joined us to chat about revelations regarding a Covid-19 state testing contract (8:13). Southern Connecticut State University Political Science…
1. As we continue to talk about Mental Health Awareness Month, we touched on college campuses and law enforcement officials. Gary MacNamara with Sacred Heart weighed in on both. ((00:10))2. Democrats tried and failed on Wednesday to push forward legislation to guarantee abortion rights nationwide. The bill was authored by Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal, who…
1. The CAA has gotten the green light from the Bridgeport Airport Commission to buy Sikorsky Airport. We got the master plan in the works from Ct Airport Authority CEO, Kevin Dillon. ((00:10))2. The fitbit murder trial has a verdict and we want to talk about how technology is taking over the courtroom. Legal expert,…
Fonzi is a tri-color 1 year old male guinea pig! We just got him in from a local animal control partner and he has settled in well. His friends here say that he is easy to handle, social, and loves food! Loves food so much he does need to be on a weight controlled diet…
1. The proposed education budget in Stratford could lead to job cuts, program eliminations and even a school closure. That’s what the superintendent says. We spoke with Michael Fiorello, President of the Stratford Education Association. ((00:10))2. Hepatitis cases are on the rise among young children in Connecticut. Family physician, Dr. Syed, told us what’s happening…
On Monday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli took the media to task for sloppy reporting surrounding the abortion issue (0:33). Former federal prosecutor Hank Kopel, author of, “War on Hate: How to Stop Genocide, Fight Terrorism, and Defend Freedom,” joined us to chat about his years of observing and rooting out extremism (9:05). Connecticut Republican…