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WICC The Voice of Connecticut
A heritage radio station covering Bridgeport and greater Fairfield County. This podcast focuses on the communities, people and news for your neighborhood.
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WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Here for You
September is Suicide Prevention Month—a time to remind people that reaching out, listening, and letting someone know they’re not alone can make a difference…
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Melissa in the Morning: Noise Detection Devices
West Haven is moving forward with new noise detection devices aimed at loud vehicles along shoreline neighborhoods. The city plans to install four devices on…
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Melissa in the Morning: Connecticut Expenses
A new survey found Connecticut business leaders are facing rising costs and a shrinking workforce. According to CBIA, 9 out of 10 employers reported increased…
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Melissa in the Morning: Troubling CT News
The local news line up today is one for the record books: Former Connecticut budget official Kosta Diamantis has fled the country just days before he was set…
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Melissa in the Morning: A Meeting of Supers
Every year, there’s a big meeting involving superintendents across the state of Connecticut and this week that meeting took place and no surprise, Fran…
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Melissa in the Morning: Lobster Traps
A coalition that includes The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has surpassed a major conservation milestone: recovering more than 4,000 lost and abandoned lobster…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Energy News in CT
A Connecticut state agency is rebuking utility regulators over thousands of public records documents. The Office of the Consumer Counsel says regulators failed…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: AI Tools in Healthcare
New artificial intelligence tools could help doctors stop deadly superbugs before antibiotics fail. According to new University of Houston research announced…
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Melissa in the Morning: CSCU Back in Hot Water
The president of Central Connecticut State University is under investigation following a complaint alleging a workplace culture of fear, intimidation and…
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Melissa in the Morning: Prediction Market Crackdown
Connecticut is cracking down on prediction markets offering sports wagers. The state issued nine cease-and-desist orders and nearly 30 subpoenas as officials…
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Melissa in the Morning: Haunted History Trail
Connecticut is getting a new way to explore its spooky side. The state is presenting its latest tourism trail: the Connecticut Haunted History Trail. The…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Special Ed Spending
Connecticut’s special education funding crisis could get some relief — without abandoning the state’s efforts to pay down debt. Comptroller Sean Scanlon says…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Technology Review Committee
Milford’s Board of Alderman met this week deciding on the latest moves with license plate readers in the city. The board also officially created the Public…
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Melissa in the Morning: Merging “Eats with Stays”
The Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association officially unveiled its new brand identity. The group now represents lodging properties in addition to…
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Melissa in the Morning: Check-In with CTDOT
From Sunday’s storm that wreaked havoc on Fairfield County to a deadly collision involving a tow truck driver last week, we checked in with Josh Morgan of the…
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Melissa in the Morning: GLP-1 Coverage Controversy
GLP-1 medications have quickly become a major part of the conversation around weight loss and diabetes care — but they’re also creating a major challenge for…
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Melissa in the Morning: New Poll Results
A new poll shows Governor Ned Lamont maintaining a clear lead over Republican challenger Ryan Fazio in Connecticut’s governor’s race. The poll from Sacred…
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Melissa in the Morning: CT Farmer Relief
Connecticut farmers impacted by severe weather in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for disaster relief. The state has $52.9 million in federal funding available…
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Melissa in the Morning: Leadership Disney Institute in CT
Want to learn what makes Disney one of the world’s most successful brands? Join the Greater Norwalk Chamber for Disney’s Approach to Business Excellence and…
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Melissa in the Morning: Stratford Speed Camera Data
Stratford’s new speed cameras are already catching thousands of drivers. Nearly 4,900 tickets were issued in July across three school zones, with fines…
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Melissa in the Morning: Health Insurance Increases
Connecticut regulators are cutting back proposed health insurance increases for 2027, but premiums will still rise by double digits. Individual plans will…
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Melissa in the Morning: Sex Trafficking Reality
We're seeing more undercover operations targeting people seeking sex with minors in Connecticut. It highlights the reality of sex trafficking prevalence in our…
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Melissa in the Morning: Slowing Down AI
A top artificial intelligence executive is calling for the industry to slow down. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says companies need to pace AI development amid…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: PATH 745
Twenty-five years later, September 11th still lives in American history—and in our hearts. On that morning, the PATH 745 train car pulled into the World Trade…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Being a Pilot Post 9/11
Where were you when the world stopped turning on September 11th, 2001? Anyone who was old enough on that day remembers it like it was yesterday. But many of us…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: News Coverage 25 Years Later
Twenty-five years ago, Americans began an ordinary day on September 11, 2001, until the terrorist attacks happened. That morning, the news cycle was put to the…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: What is Life Worth?
We spoke with Ken Feinberg, one of the nation’s foremost experts on compensation and conflict resolution. Following the attacks of September 11th, Ken Feinberg…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: 9/11 25 Years Later — FDNY Battalion Chief Joe McHugh (Ret.)
2026 marks 25 years since the September 11th, 2001 terror attacks. To commemorate this tragedy, Chris Williams talks with Joe McHugh, FDNY Battalion Chief…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Affordable Housing Crisis
Following the latest ALICE Report, we spoke with Renee Dobos of Connecticut Housing Partners. What can we do to create affordable housing? Who in our state…
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Melissa in the Morning: The Latest ALICE Report
The ALICE Report reflects the number of individuals and families that are struggling to make ends meet since the cost of living has outpaced their income…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Save AM Radio
Drivers could soon be guaranteed access to AM radio in new vehicles. The House is set to vote on the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, which would require…
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Melissa in the Morning: GLP-1 Medications
GLP-1 drugs are changing the way employers approach health coverage—but rising costs are forcing some to rethink those benefits. More companies are tightening…
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Melissa in the Morning: Fig Trees for Sale
As a society, we focus a lot on sports teams. What sport will my kid play? Sometimes, we focus on the arts – will my kid play an instrument or act in a play?…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Capalbo Strong
September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month — a time to shine a light on the children and families facing cancer. Each year, thousands of children are…
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Melissa in the Morning: Blood Donations
While we are no longer facing a national blood crisis, the blood supply remains extremely vulnerable — especially as we approach new seasonal challenges, such…
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Melissa in the Morning: Releasing a DCF Report
The state is fighting the release of a DCF report into how the agency handled the alleged Waterbury captivity case. The man at the center of the case, known as…
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Melissa in the Morning: Army Engine Plant Update
One week ago, Point Stratford Renewal hosted its second townwide community meeting regarding the former army engine plant in Stratford. Point Stratford Renewal…
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Melissa in the Morning: Miami Plane Crash
Investigators have recovered the flight recorders from the Amazon cargo plane that crashed at Miami International Airport. Five people were killed and five…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: "Maniacs and Idiots"
There is more debate surrounding speed cameras. Does speeding actually lead to collisions? Do speed cameras solve the problems over other solutions like speed…
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Melissa in the Morning: 9-8-8 Hotline
Today is 9-8-8 day and our United Way wants to raise awareness about the life saving hotline. Today, officials want to focus on the 988 Suicide & Crisis…
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Melissa in the Morning: How Did Lawmakers Vote?
Connecticut’s largest business organization released its annual legislative scorecard, tracking lawmakers’ votes on key bills from this year’s session. CBIA…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Police Station Shooting
A 71-year-old Florida woman has died after police say she opened fire inside the Port Orange Police Department. Police say she ignored repeated commands to…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Now What for Clancey Case
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict. Clancy is accused of killing her three young children…
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Melissa in the Morning: AI for Norwalk Schools
Norwalk Public Schools is getting a 23-thousand-dollar grant to help put artificial intelligence policies into practice. The funding will support teacher…
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Melissa in the Morning: Construction Projects
Wilton is considering hiring an outside firm to help oversee major town and school construction projects. Officials say the town faces roughly 130-million…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Measles in CT
Dr. Joanne Passalaqua from Hartford Healthcare spoke with Jon about the reality of Measles in CT, after the State see's it's third diagnosis this year.
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The Beat & The Badge: The Unexpected at School
We continued our back to school series focusing on other emergencies and unexpected events that could happen during the school day. We talked about swatting…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: 2027 Barnum Festival Ringmaster
We met the 2027 Barnum Festival Ringmaster: Nick D'Addario. Find out about the Easton Selectman and local business leader's deep connections to the festival…
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Melissa in the Morning: Privatize Railroads?
Florida’s privately run Brightline railroad was supposed to prove passenger rail could turn a profit. Instead, in 2025, it carried less than half its projected…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Swatting Incidents
Swatting incidents are becoming more common during the school year. We spoke with Special Agent In-Charge, PJ O’Brien, and Public Affairs Specialist, Christine…
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Melissa in the Morning: Overdose Awareness
Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. The state is reaffirming its commitment to combating the overdose crisis and bringing attention to addiction…
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Melissa in the Morning: Reading Rates
Connecticut is getting ten million dollars in federal funding to help young students improve their reading. The money will expand small-group instruction…
WICC The Voice of Connecticut2026 Unofficial Winner of The Surfside Hotel Bluefish Tournament
Ryan Piper with an 18.49lb bluefish is the unofficial winner of The Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth. He weighed in at Cow Harbor Bait &…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: The Lanternfly Game
Lanternflies have been a scourge of CT and much of the Northeast for the past few years, and experts advise you to kill them on sight! One man, Steve Dailey…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Immigration Attorney on ICE Presence in CT
Immigration attorney Dana Bucin returns to speak about the work she is doing with some of the people who were detained by ICE this week in Danbury.
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Melissa in the Morning: Cognitive Testing Case
A federal judge is weighing whether Yale New Haven Hospital’s cognitive testing policy for doctors over 70 violates age and disability discrimination laws. The…
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Melissa in the Morning: Meta Settlement
Meta has agreed to pay up to 18 billion dollars to settle a landmark case over teen social media addiction. The deal with 48 states, including Connecticut…
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Melissa in the Morning: Dissecting the Fauci Journal Claims
Was social distancing necessary? Are the masks even effective? Did we take the right actions with lockdowns during the pandemic or were we too delayed in…
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Melissa in the Morning: Water Quality
It is National Water Quality Month, and we got to speak with Emily Bulmer, Environmental Analyst at Save the Sound about the significance of this and learn…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Cameras in Milford
The mayor of Milford is proposing a pause in the city’s speed and red-light cameras and limiting the use of Flock cameras. We asked Milford Police Chief Keith…