Melissa in the Morning: Burglary Markings

Melissa in the Morning: Burglary Markings

According to US data, Connecticut is in the top 10 list for lowest number of home burglary cases. However, a new trend spotted in California could be coming to Connecticut in a matter of time, making home burglaries more likely to happen. Jim Perez told us about ‘burglary markings.’ IMAGE CREDIT: Jim Perez

Melissa in the Morning: Toll Scam Messages

Melissa in the Morning: Toll Scam Messages

Scammers are apparently impersonating road toll collection services in text message scam. According to the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut, these fraudsters may even use AI technology to create more convincing fake websites and messages. Kristen Johnson of the BBB gave us tips to recognize the scam and avoid getting duped. For more information: Find and…

Melissa in the Morning: Energy and Living Costs

Melissa in the Morning: Energy and Living Costs

Earlier this month, Eversource Energy warned Connecticut officials that it needs to raise over three-billion-dollars in new revenue from ratepayers in the coming years.  Eversource indicated that customers will begin feeling the pain in 2027 and will likely involve a big increase in delivery charges on power bills. We asked Senator Ryan Fazio, ranking senator…

Melissa in the Morning: Arthur Augustyn

Melissa in the Morning: Arthur Augustyn

We spoke to Republican candidate for Stamford Mayor, Arthur Augustyn, about his campaign and plans for the city if elected. For more information: https://thefutureisbrighter.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Less Officers Needed?

Melissa in the Morning: Less Officers Needed?

A new study released in Bridgeport suggests we may NOT need as many officers as suggested by the police chief and union in the park city. We spoke with city councilor and co-chair of the council’s budget committee, Scott Burns, for more on the study and what happens next.   Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Mayor Caroline Simmons

Melissa in the Morning: Mayor Caroline Simmons

The first candidate to publicly announce a run for Stamford mayor was incumbent Mayor Caroline Simmons. We connected with her to take a look back on her time so far in office and what she wants to tackle if reelected to the seat. Image Credit: Dee Ortiz

Melissa in the Morning: Sitting on a Pile of Money

Melissa in the Morning: Sitting on a Pile of Money

‘Sitting on a pile of money’ was a phrase made locally famous last month by municipal leaders. Are we sitting on money that could really help out towns and cities in Connecticut? We asked Joe DeLong of CCM about his informational campaign called “Do the Math” and why people should do during the legislative session.…

Melissa in the Morning: ‘Russian’ Tariffs

Melissa in the Morning: ‘Russian’ Tariffs

President Trump unveiled a long list of countries and territories getting hit with tariffs, and said they were being punished for unfair trade practices. Interestingly enough, while these tariffs were announced, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal announced new legislation that would slap 500 percent tariffs on countries that buy Russian oil,…

Melissa in the Morning: WHO is Actually Home Insecure?

Melissa in the Morning: WHO is Actually Home Insecure?

A Stamford teacher revealed a reality of housing insecurity in our state and WHO is really impacted by this. Her testimony may surprise you; we spoke about her story and the general issue with affordable workforce housing availability in our state with Renee Dobos, CEO of CT Housing Partners. Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Death Penalty Likelihood

Melissa in the Morning: Death Penalty Likelihood

Attorney General Pam Bondi is directing federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione if he is convicted of the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. When’s the last time we’ve heard about the death penalty being used and how does it compare to this case? To talk about the likelihood and legality around…