Melissa in the Morning: A Wave is Coming

Melissa in the Morning: A Wave is Coming

1. Crime prevention expert, Lt. Perez, talks about recruiting battles in Fairfield county and why pledges may not work for bringing on new officers. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Bob Duff commented on the latest marijuana bill days before the legislative session ends this week. ((11:59)) 3. Senator Tony Hwang talks about the budget proposal…there are no…

Things to Know Friday June 4th

Things to Know Friday June 4th

Dunkin’ to give away free donuts for National Donut Day The Hour Come for the live music, stay for a COVID-19 vaccine: Stratford festival returns after pandemic CT Post Why one bear won’t leave Trumbull and what residents should do CT Post Group home strike called off six hours before Friday morning picketing CT Post…

Summer Steaks

Summer Steaks

STEAK MARINADE: Ingredients — 1. London Broil 2. Orange fig spread 3. Worcestershire sauce 4. Minced garlic 5. Balsamic glaze Recipe — 1. Spoon glaze and other ingredients over steak 2. Let it sit overnight or during the day in the fridge 3. Grill or bake until cooked to liking CAULIFLOWER STEAKS: Ingredients — 1.…

Melissa in the Morning: How is this OK??

Melissa in the Morning: How is this OK??

1. Drinking on the job at the state capitol was the top story this week in CT. Governor Lamont addressed the problem and shared his concerns with this discovery. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Kevin Kelly also shared his perspective on this problem and said it puts the majority of law makers in a bad light. So…

Things to Know: Thursday June 3rd

Things to Know: Thursday June 3rd

After heavy rain, gusty winds, sunny and hot weekend forecast for CT CT Post New Jennifer Dulos documentary premieres this weekend on Lifetime after movie CT Post CT Senate approves bill to double the nickel deposit, add tea and sports drinks CT Post CT lawmakers receive stern warning to stop excessive drinking during session WFSB…

Melissa in the Morning: Stop the Hate

Melissa in the Morning: Stop the Hate

1. Governor Lamont launched the Connecticut Hate Crimes Advisory Council. One of the 25 members is Gary MacNamara, former police chief in Fairfield. What he hopes comes from the state’s effort. ((00:10)) 2. The world’s largest meat processing company says it will resume production at all its plants today after getting hit by a cyberattack.…

Mosquito-borne Illnesses

Mosquito-borne Illnesses

Dr. Browne did a quick check on covid numbers and hospitalizations. But separate from covid, we talked about mosquito-born illnesses. The Mosquito Management Program has begun for the summer.  State officials  will begin trapping and testing the pests for West Nile virus and EEE. The question is: will we see more confirmed cases of these…

Melissa in the Morning: Where’s my Cheaper Bill??

Melissa in the Morning: Where’s my Cheaper Bill??

1. Lower rates but not a lower bill? Eversource spokesperson Mitch Gross explains why you may not benefit from the rate decrease this summer. ((00:10)) 2. June 1-7 is National CPR Awareness Month and for the last 100 years, the Red Cross has provided training for many. ((09:18)) 3. A big grant for a Bridgeport…

WICC Pet of The Week

WICC Pet of The Week

Today we are happy to introduce pet of the week Willow, an 18 month old guinea pig who is curious and social. She is bonded with her sister Caramel an together they sing the song of the lettuce lovers at every sound even faintly resembling the opening of the refrigerator door or the crinkle of…

Things to Know Wednesday June 2nd

Things to Know Wednesday June 2nd

Norwalk schools lift COVID mask mandate for outdoor activities The Hour Preparing to reopen, Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret gets $541,000 pandemic windfall CT Post YouTube star Daym Drops gets his own Netflix series: ‘Fresh, Fried & Crispy’ CT Post Fairfield Schools announce next year’s reopening plan CT Post Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital helping children who…