Melissa in the Morning: Halloween Safety

Melissa in the Morning: Halloween Safety

On the Horizon: Halloween — what do parents need to know about dangerous candies and street safety for trick-or-treaters? ((00:00)) Julie on the Job: Women are mass exiting their jobs at the highest rate we’ve seen in recent years. Why is that happening and what can be done? ((14:00)) We are in the midst of…

Melissa in the Morning: Marriage is _______.

Melissa in the Morning: Marriage is _______.

Over the past 2 weeks, marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, did a mini-survey to try and answer this: Marriage is (blank). He shares the answers and the significance behind those answers. ((00:00))  There is major price disparity depending on the relationship between your commercial health insurance and area hospitals. What’s the deal and how do we…

Melissa in the Morning: “Hunts Won’t Fix the Problem”

Melissa in the Morning: “Hunts Won’t Fix the Problem”

Connecticut has reached a record-high for bear break-in’s. Many have debated bringing back bear hunts. Annie Hornish is the Connecticut State Director of the Human Society of the US. She explains why hunts “won’t fix the problem.” ((00:00)) A pair of artists are bringing decades of work to the public. Learn about a new exhibit…

Melissa in the Morning: Respiratory Illnesses

Melissa in the Morning: Respiratory Illnesses

The state’s two children’s hospitals are overflowing with patients suffering from respiratory illnesses in what has become a national health crisis. Infectious disease doctors are concerned about the trend. Dr. Browne sheds some insight on this topic and what parents should know. IMAGE CREDIT:  iStock / Getty Images Plus 

Melissa in the Morning: Caring about Childcare

Melissa in the Morning: Caring about Childcare

A poll commissioned by Child Care for Connecticut’s Future has found overwhelming support for increasing Connecticut’s state investment in early care and education. We spoke about the findings with Jessica Sager, CEO of All Our Kin, a nonprofit that trains, supports and sustains family child care educators. ((00:00)) October is cybersecurity awareness month. We spoke…

Melissa in the Morning: Online Scams Up!

Melissa in the Morning: Online Scams Up!

According to the BBB, online scams are up 87% since 2015! Kristen Johnson is the communications director for the CT office. We get more perspective on the findings and learn how to better protect ourselves. ((00:00)) A new article revealed only 28% of people read through an entire article before posting it online. Social media…

Melissa in the Morning: Post-Verdict Chat

Melissa in the Morning: Post-Verdict Chat

In a historic verdict, we spoke with the attorney representing some of the Sandy Hook families in the Alex Jones defamation trial. He answered some questions about the case and now what happens next. ((00:00)) Social media, free speech and the workplace…what’s appropriate and can an employer fire you for your opinions? Employment law professor,…

Melissa in the Morning: Secure the Blue

Melissa in the Morning: Secure the Blue

In the aftermath of the Bristol police tragedy, what can Connecticut do to better back officers and attract people to this line of work? We got perspective from Gary MacNamara, former chief of Fairfield Police Dept. ((00:00)) Starting today, hearing aids can be bought for less money and without a prescription! We checked in with…

Cooking with Claud: Maple Acorn Squash

Cooking with Claud: Maple Acorn Squash

White acorn squash Maple syrup Butter Ground Cinnamon Honey (optional) raisins Bake at 350 degrees with half-inch of water covered for about 45 minutes. Once soft, remove foil and let it brown.