GOP State Senator, Eric Berthel, sering the 32nd, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the next legislative session and his committee leadership posts. Image Credit: Sean Davis / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County
Having access to the arts is essential especially for school-aged children. But more and more districts struggle to provide programs that involve music and art curriculum to students. One non-profit has been bringing those opportunities to Connecticut’s most vulnerable kids. We spoke with Frank Derico, the executive director of Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County. For…
Melissa in the Morning: Meet the Acting Superintendent
Dr. Royce Avery was hired as the Deputy Superintendent of schools in Bridgeport as part of Dr. Carmela Levy-David’s executive cabinet. But last month, Dr. Avery is the acting superintendent of schools in Bridgeport and is now facing many challenges including budget cuts. We got to know Dr. Avery and addressed the uphill battle he…
Melissa in the Morning: Family Bridge
The governor was just at Bridgeport Hospital this week with an update on a state pilot program called Family Bridge. The program aims to ease the transition from hospital to home for the families and if needed, identify any parental issues or health concerns and provide any needed support. We spoke with Lauren Junge-Maughan, the…
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Avoiding The Real Issue?
Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” started with host Paul Pacelli talking about the continued reaction to the murder of United HealthCare’s CEO and the real question that needs to be asked about health insurance costs (00:37). CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle checked in from West Palm Beach, FL, with the latest on the Trump White House (14:30).…
Melissa in the Morning: Anemia in Young Women
A new CDC report sounds the alarm about young girls being at a higher risk for anemia. Why is that and can you reverse the medical iron deficiency issue? We asked Dr. Ross Giacomini with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group in Westport. Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Board of Ed Meeting
There’s a new chair for Bridgeport’s Board of Education. It’s being called a monumental change for the board. What else is happening amidst a budget cut and the uncertain future of the current superintendent? We asked board member, Rob Traber. To watch last night’s meeting: https://www.bridgeportedu.net/ Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa in the Morning: Justified Bill?
We got a check on the latest with Success Village with hot water and heat for residents from receiver, Attorney Barry Knott. We also asked him about his bill request for the first two months of work. Is the whopping $125,000 amount justified? Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz
Enter to win: Toto with Christopher Cross & Men at Work
Toto with Christopher Cross and Men at Work comes to the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre in Bridgeport on July 30, 2025. For ticket information, visit www.livenation.com. Enter to win a pair of digital tickets! Contest open to Connecticut residents only. Must be at least 18 years of age or older to enter. One entry per person.…
The Lisa Wexler Show – Connecticut’s New Education Committee Chair, Jennifer Leeper
State Representative serving the 132nd, Jennifer Leeper, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being named CT’s Education Committee Chair and goals for this session. Image Credit: KennethBenjaminReed / iStock / Getty Images Plus