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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 ConnecticutThe Beat & The Badge: Back to School 1
What kinds of conversations or questions should parents have with their kids' schools before junior starts class? We started our back to school series with the…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Imagination Library
The legendary Dolly Parton has passed away at 80 years old. Besides being arguably one of the greatest country singers of all time, she also did a lot to give…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Headed to Trial
Two Bridgeport Democrats accused of absentee ballot fraud rejected plea deals and are heading for trial. City Councilman Alfredo Castillo and former Democratic…
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Melissa in the Morning: Coolest Thing Contest
For the third year, sixteen products made by Connecticut manufacturers from across the state are competing in this head-to-head competition. It’s an…
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Melissa in the Morning: CTE Study
A new study is revealing how prevalent brain injuries are in football players. According to a new study in The British Medical Journal -- researchers analyzed…
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Melissa in the Morning: CT Veterans Hall of Fame
Right now, Connecticut residents can pay homage to distinguished veterans from across the state. Do you know a veteran who has continued making positive…
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Melissa in the Morning: Sleep Schedules
As kids head back to school, experts say sleep should be part of the routine. CDC data shows about three out of four high school students don’t get the…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Kinda-Knows
A now-former Naugatuck teacher is facing a charge after police say he exchanged numerous personal text messages with a 15-year-old student over several months…
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Melissa in the Morning: Office Misconduct
Why do some CEOs get second chances after misconduct? A new Wall Street Journal report points to a familiar pattern: executives accused of violating company…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Bridgeport Professional Hockey?
A busy Friday edition of "Connecticut Today" wrapped up the week with host Paul Pacelli (00:30) and former Bridgeport Sound Tigers' play-by-play voice Phil…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - MAGA vs. DSA ... Who's Your Pick?
Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli focused on a recent survey looking at how many Connecticut voters view MAGA Republicans versus the…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Move Connecticut's Primary Day?
Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if moving the state's Primary Day from August to either June or September would cure anemic…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Putting Columbus Back?
Host Paul Pacelli jump-started a new week on "Connecticut Today" with a look at the possibility of returning a controversial statue of Christopher Columbus to…
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Melissa in the Morning: Speeding Problems
A new AAA study found Connecticut drivers admit to speeding more often than motorists nationwide. Eighteen percent of respondents called themselves frequent…
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Melissa in the Morning: AI Abuse
Robin Williams’ children are bringing his Instagram account back to life — twelve years after his death. Zak, Zelda and Cody Williams say they want the page to…
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Melissa in the Morning: FCTRT
We talked to Linda Ross with the Fairfield County Trauma Response Team. It is a nonprofit alliance of mental health professionals dedicated to helping first…
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Melissa in the Morning: FEMA Cuts
State leaders are taking aim at FEMA staffing cuts. Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling on the new FEMA Administrator to address staffing shortages they say…
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Melissa in the Morning: Water Cyberattacks
Connecticut is warning water utilities after cyberattacks disrupted systems in at least seven states. State officials say no Connecticut water system has…
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Melissa in the Morning: Chronic Absenteeism Report
More Connecticut students are making it to class. State data shows chronic absenteeism fell for the fourth straight year, with 16.4% of students missing at…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Covid Vengeance?
COVID infections are rising or likely rising in all 50 states, according to the CDC. Health experts say the latest summer wave could peak in early September…
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Melissa in the Morning: Mid-Air Collision
A deadly midair collision is under investigation in Pennsylvania. A small Cessna 150 struck a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter on Wednesday night near…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Back to School Nerves w/ Dr. Joe Schippa
Child Psychologist and former school administrator Dr. Joe Schippa spoke with Jon about how to navigate your child's fears about back to school season, as well…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: A 15 Year Old Milford Game Designer!
15 year old Milford High School student has released his first game! Pixel Harvest is now available for download (link below) and Jon spoke with him about how…
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Melissa in the Morning: National Aviation Day
Today is National Aviation Day and Connecticut has a lot to celebrate. From Igor Sikorsky developing the world’s first practical helicopter in Stratford, to…
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Melissa in the Morning: CT Licensing Report
Earlier this month, the Department of Consumer Protection released its Licensing Report for 2025. We spoke with DCP Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli about the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Living with the Bears
Thousands of human-bear conflicts are reported each year and follow a long-term increasing trend. While greater numbers of conflicts take place in the western…
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Melissa in the Morning: Tech in Schools
Connecticut is expanding its guidance on technology use in schools. The State Board of Education now recommends bell-to-bell restrictions on students’ personal…
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Melissa in the Morning: Not Just Hair
About 2% of people worldwide will experience alopecia areata at some point in their lifetime. In the U.S., an estimated 700,000 people currently have alopecia…
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Melissa in the Morning: Clancy Trial Takeaways
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial is currently underway in Massachusetts, where the prosecution has just rested its case and the defense has begun presenting its…
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Melissa in the Morning: Back to School Pictures
Back-to-school photos are a fun tradition, but the Better Business Bureau says parents should think twice before posting. We spoke with Kristen Johnson of the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Supporting Police in CT
A deadly shooting in Hartford has left one person dead and four others wounded. Investigators are working to determine what led to the shooting, as they…
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Melissa in the Morning: Historic Flooding Impact
Today marks the two-year anniversary of the historic flooding event that devastated parts of Connecticut. On August 18th, 2024, torrential rain overwhelmed…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: ALPR’s in Milford
Milford is putting the brakes on plans to expand its network of Flock license-plate cameras. The city has enacted a moratorium while officials take a closer…
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Melissa in the Morning: Concerns around Manresa Island
Opposition is growing for proposals surrounding Manresa Island in Norwalk. Some neighbors are pushing back on potential plans that could greatly impact…
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Melissa in the Morning: Water Rescue
Nine people had to be rescued from the breakwater at Bridgeport’s Seaside Park. This happened yesterday afternoon after the rising tide left them stranded. We…
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The Beat & The Badge: Immunity Deals
A judge has cleared the way for a retrial of Raul Valle in the deadly stabbing of Fairfield Prep student James McGrath. Valle was acquitted of murder last…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Results From Primary Day 2026
Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" looking at the previous night's primary results, which included an easy win for incumbent Gov. Ned…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Why Do We Elect People Who Do Nothing?
"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli welcomed Connecticut's Primary Day 2026 by wondering why so many Connecticut residents constantly vote for candidates who…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Putting The Brakes On More ALPR's?
Monday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli rolled into a new week looking at a plea to cities and towns from Gov. Ned Lamont for a pause in installing…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - ICE Officer Arrests In Connecticut?
Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another busy week on "Connecticut Today" wondering about Hamden state Rep. Josh Elliott's promise to arrest ICE officers and set…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More And More Marijuana Use
Host Paul Pacelli highlighted news concerning big national increases in regular, daily use of marijuana as the lead story on Thursday's edition of "Connecticut…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Please Don't Trust Hartford With License Plate Readers
Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with word that a couple of high-ranking Democratic state lawmakers are contemplating further…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Are Connecticut's Teachers' Unions Too Powerful?
Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli chatting about the reluctance of the state's big teachers' unions to get behind a federal voucher…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Re-Visit The Electoral College? Pack The U.S. Supreme Court?
Host Paul Pacelli opened a new week on "Connecticut Today" looking at some surprising statements from former Vice-President Kamala Harris, who's rumored to be…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: E-Bikes
Dr. Shea Gregg from Hartford Healthcare spoke with Jon about the rising number of e-bike and e-scooter accidents and what prospective riders need to know…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Vaccines
Dr. Stephanie Sudikoff, Chief of Pediatrics at St. Vincents, spoke with Jon about what vaccines are needed for the upcoming school year, and how a recent…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: The Future of CT's Progressive Movement w/ John Fitzpatrick
Despite Governor Lamont's decisive victory in the primary, Josh Elliot's impressive performance may be yet another sign of a coming generational shift in the…
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Melissa In The Morning: "Evaluation of Dietary Supplements for Athlete Safety and Performance
Filling in on "Melissa in the Morning," host Paul Pacelli welcomed Quinnipiac University Sports Dietitian and Clinical Professor of Health and Exercise Dana…
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Melissa in the Morning: Where Republicans Stand in November
Following the primary election results, we spoke with Senate Minority Leader Steve Harding. With a democratic majority in Hartford and the primary results now…
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Melissa in the Morning: E-Bike Problems
More and more communities in Connecticut are trying to navigate safer ways to deal with e-bikes in their neighborhoods. Recently, Norwalk had a serious crash…
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Melissa in the Morning: Post Primary Day
Connecticut’s primary results are in—and there’s a major shakeup in the First Congressional District. Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin defeated 14-term…
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Melissa in the Morning: The CT Credential Registry
The Connecticut Office of Higher Education formally launched its redesigned Connecticut Credential Registry. It’s a mobile-friendly public resource that allows…
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Melissa in the Morning: DCF Changes Coming?
Connecticut’s Department of Children and Families is making changes following concerns raised after a child’s death. DCF says it’s strengthening case reviews…
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Melissa in the Morning: Caregiving Burn
Many Gen X workers are feeling the strain of being caregivers at home and employees at work. A new survey found nearly 1 in 4 Generation X workers spend the…
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The Beat & The Badge: The Camera Debate
Connecticut is facing growing controversy over license plate reader cameras. Police say the technology helps solve crimes and find stolen vehicles, but privacy…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Flagman
We had Cindy Iodice and Fran Mayko in studio from Flagman to talk about new plans in the new school year in Connecticut and across the country. For more…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Cybersecurity and the FBI
More than $20 billion was reported lost to internet crime in the U.S. in 2025, according to the FBI. The IC3 received more than a million complaints. That's a…
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Melissa in the Morning: The “R” Word
Recent US data shows 92% of young people who have heard of the “R” word, heard it used as a slur first. We are seeing an increase in the use of this word and…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa In The Morning: Sacred Heart's New Health Data Analytics Program
Melissa welcomed Assistant Clinical Professor Stephen Burrows to the show to talk about Sacred Heart University's new Health Data Analytics program, which is…
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Melissa in the Morning: Traffic Light Technology
Norwalk could become the first city in Connecticut to give buses priority at traffic lights. The proposed system would automatically extend green lights or…