It’s the medical story America is focused on: Jamie Foxx and his mysterious brain bleed. We spoke to our peace of mind in the medical field, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Hospital to better understand what could have happened. Image Credit: Reuters
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…
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
Melissa in the Morning: Historic Medical Partnership
In a groundbreaking development to better delivery of cancer care in Connecticut, the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at St. Vincent’s Medical Center has been designated as the first Care Partner of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the United States. So, what does this mean for cancer patients in Connecticut? We spoke with Bill Jennings,…
Melissa in the Morning: Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
Jim Perez shared some concrete examples of police departments answering the call effectively and others falling short to help their communities. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff
Melissa in the Morning: Veterans Cemetery Running Out of Space
The State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown is apparently running out of space in the coming years. What can be done to make room or create a new cemetery dedicated to our fallen military members? Senator Jeff Gordon is on the legislature’s Veterans and Military Affairs Committee and shared possible long-term solutions. Image Credit: Getty Images