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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: Concerns about Manresa Wilds
Residents in South Norwalk are pushing back against plans to transform Manresa Island into a commercial destination with restaurants, event space, and an…
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Melissa in the Morning: CT Tourism Booming
Connecticut's tourism industry is booming. A new report says the state welcomed more than 72 million visitors in 2025, with tourism growth outpacing the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Screen Time Limits in School
This week, Connecticut's State Board of Education voted to send updated guidance on "bell-to-bell" restrictions that would keep phones and other personal…
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Melissa in the Morning: Prediction Markets Concern
As online prediction markets continue to grow, Connecticut leaders are raising concerns about their risks. A new report from State Comptroller Sean Scanlon…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - A Democratic Blind Spot In Illegal Immigrants?
Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another week on "Connecticut Today" wondering if Democrats are doing permanent damage to their messaging in light of comments made…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - A Growing Democratic Acceptance Of Socialists?
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday's "Connecticut Today" wondering about a new poll showing a creeping acceptance of socialism among many national…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - Invoking The Fifth Amendment Over And Over?
On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli talked about Dr. Anthony Fauci's testimony earlier in the day to a Congressional Committee and whether…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Automated License Plate Reader Concerns?
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" wondering about growing local discontent over the use of automated license plate readers - ALPRs…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is The DSA Going To Mortally Wound The National Democratic Party?
Host Paul Pacelli ushered in a new week on "Connecticut Today" wondering if an appearance the previous day by a high-ranking Democratic Socialists of America…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Fire at JJStacks
A popular Newtown restaurant is rebuilding after a fire destroyed its location over the weekend. JJ Stacks was completely lost in the early morning blaze…
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Melissa in the Morning: Update on Former Army Engine Plant
There will be a ceremony in Stratford to celebrate a major milestone in the cleanup of a former U.S. Army engine plant. It is one of the largest waterfront…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: The US Disease Tracker
Connecticut is among the first states contributing health information to the new U.S. Disease Tracker. The online tool gives the public a snapshot of disease…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Latest Housing News in CT
From transforming blighted buildings to a specific housing project in Southport, we checked in with Renee Dobos of Connecticut Housing Partners to talk about…
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Melissa in the Morning: Supporting DV Organizations
Connecticut domestic violence advocates are warning that delays in federal funding could have serious consequences. Leaders say shelters and support programs…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Easton EMS Building
After an overwhelming show of community support, Easton Volunteer EMS is bringing back its annual fireworks show. But before we started talking, we learned the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Blood Crisis
The American Red Cross has declared a blood crisis, only the second in the organization's history. A blood crisis is the most extreme blood shortage, posing a…
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Melissa in the Morning: No Pause to Cams
State lawmakers and local officials have pushed for pauses and moratoriums on automated traffic technology in Connecticut. The Department of Transportation has…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Energy Policy Debates
Connecticut’s political debate—especially around energy policy—has become overly partisan and driven by political rhetoric rather than technical expertise. We…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Dana Bucin
With the Trump administration recently removing TPS protections for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants in CT, Immigration Attorney Dana Bucin spoke…
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Melissa in the Morning: Helicopter Parents at Work
Steven Clark was an employer highlighted in the Wall Street Journal; fired a 24-year-old employee twice—first the worker himself, then his mother, who called…
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Melissa in the Morning: Wild Card, Connecticut
The Deck podcast has released an episode on the 1994 Bridgeport cold case murder of 45-year-old Benjamin Rosario on the East Side of Bridgeport. The episode…
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Melissa in the Morning: Governor’s Race Poll
A new exclusive poll is revealing where Connecticut voters stand in the race for governor. The survey shows Governor Ned Lamont with a sizable lead over…
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Melissa in the Morning: Cops Near the Polls
With early voting for the August primary underway, House Republicans are warning a new state law could put Connecticut police officers at legal risk. They say…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Step Up for the Brave
The 12th annual Step Up for the Brave event is coming back on August 15th. The money raised all goes back to help local veterans and their families through…
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Melissa in the Morning: Wilton Drug Bust
A drug investigation in Wilton is raising concerns about the illegal sale of banned substances. Police say they seized unlicensed cannabis products, kratom…
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Melissa in the Morning: Education Costs
The cost of a private college education in Connecticut is climbing. New figures show several schools now carry annual sticker prices approaching $100,000…
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Melissa in the Morning: Darien Little League
The Darien Little League team beat Waterford 7-4 yesterday to win the Connecticut state championship. They are heading to the Metro Regional for the first time…
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Melissa in the Morning: Railroad Promise
A major rail upgrade is now underway on Connecticut's busy New Haven Line. Governor Ned Lamont announced construction has begun on the $1.6 billion TIME-1…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: ALPR Controversy
A Georgia man is facing kidnapping and other charges after police say he stole a running car with a two-year-old girl still inside. Officers tracked the…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Beat & The Badge: Greek Gods
How does Greek mythology relate to crime prevention? We looked at a few well-known characters and how they were already ahead of the curve when it comes to…
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Melissa in the Morning: “Chatfishing”
"Chatfishing" is a modern dating trend highlighted on Good Morning America where people use AI chatbots to write, flirt, and communicate on dating apps. We…
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Melissa in the Morning: Pause to the Program?
Connecticut lawmakers are calling for a pause on new speed camera approvals. Senate Minority Leader Stephen Harding and Senator Tony Hwang are asking the DOT…
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Melissa in the Morning: Animal Hoarding Cases
A search warrant in Enfield led to a disturbing discovery — police say they found firearms, narcotics, and more than 50 animals inside a home, including an…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Chief Signing Off
Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards is retiring. We had him on air one last time as Chief before signing off from the firefighting business. IMAGE CREDIT…
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Melissa in the Morning: Redacted Documents?
Lawyers for the Waterbury man who says he was held captive by his stepmother for decades accuse Connecticut of withholding key Department of Children and…
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Melissa in the Morning: Sunscreen Saga
Beware of sunscreen! This seems to be one of the biggest topics of hysteria in America, especially on social media. But is any of it true? For the facts and…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Bridgeport Public Schools is Hiring!
The Bridgeport School District currently has 50 vacancies and they want to hear from you! Michael Brosnan and Sharon Pivirotto from BPS spoke to Jon about how…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Shattered Ice
Shattered Ice is an award-winning hockey drama about a small-town New England teenage hockey player’s attempt to navigate high school life after his best…
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Melissa in the Morning: Leaf Blowers Ban
A seasonal ban on gas-powered leaf blowers is now in effect in New Canaan after opponents failed to overturn the ordinance in a townwide referendum. For all…
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Melissa in the Morning: Domestic Violence Deaths
Nearly one-third of homicides in Connecticut are connected to domestic violence. That’s according to new analysis from state officials that highlights the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Speed Cams Petition
A change.org petition to take down the speed enforcement cameras in Milford is garnering hundreds of signatures. Sarah Wood created the petition Take Down the…
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Melissa in the Morning: "The Digital Delusion"
The impact of screens on learning is great, and not always in a good way. The state plans to highlight the risks for screens in school, how technology impacts…
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Melissa in the Morning: Secure Elections
The primary election is right around the corner and for the first time in our state history, we have no-excuse absentee balloting available. Already, state…
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Melissa in the Morning: Online Presence
A Wall Street Journal article is sounding the alarm about your digital footprint and its impact on landing your next job. We spoke with career strategist…
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Melissa in the Morning: What’s the Housing Story in CT?
There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to understanding housing laws in our state. One of the biggest and arguably controversial laws: 8-30G. We spoke…
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Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport’s Forgotten Visionary
P.T. Barnum took center stage (no pun intended) in the latest Talking Transportation article in CTMirror. We spoke with Jim Cameron about Barnum’s impact on…
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Melissa in the Morning: Christopher Columbus Comeback
A controversial Christopher Columbus statue removed from Bridgeport's Seaside Park in 2020 is expected to return later this year after undergoing restoration…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Beat & The Badge: The "CSI Effect"
When you watch law enforcement television shows, does that have an impact on our perception of police work in reality? We dive into the misconceptions of cop…
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Melissa in the Morning: Happy Anniversary ADA
July 26 is the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. National data shows 1 in 4 people in the U.S. has some kind of disability or impairment…
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Melissa in the Morning: Registered Voters
Connecticut election officials are investigating how an undocumented West Hartford restaurant owner was registered to vote through the state's Department of…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: New Baby at the Zoo
The Beardsley Zoo has a new face on campus. During the flash flood storm earlier this week, a Chinese goral kid was born. The birth represents an important…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Will You Be Watching Ned Lamont vs. Josh Elliott?
Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's mid-week edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering if there's any big interest in the first one-on-one debate between…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Was It All A Mistake?
Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering if the state of Connecticut made a mistake a few years ago by legalizing adult-use…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Joe Pilcavage and E-Sports in the Park City
Could competitive gaming be coming to the Total Mortgage Arena? Joe Picavage is trying to bring the increasingly popular world of E-sports to Bridgeport!
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Melissa in the Morning: Girls in the Game
Recent research continues to show that girls participate in sports at lower rates than boys and are more likely to drop out as they get older. That’s why…
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Melissa in the Morning: Latest DCF Data
Newly released data from the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) is providing a closer look at child deaths and other critical incidents…
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Melissa in the Morning: The 2026 June Job Report
The most recent jobs report was released and honestly, we can’t tell when a jobs report is good news, bad news, or a little bit of both. We asked Chris…
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Melissa in the Morning: BusPatrol Headquarters
Bridgeport announced the opening of a BusPatrol Headquarters building; the first in New England! We wanted to talk about the growth of this program in…
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Melissa in the Morning: World Cup Craze
Following the excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted in the US, we wanted to check in with CT United Football Club. For the first time on the…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Here We Go With The Car Tax ... Again!
Host Paul Pacelli opened a new week on Monday's "Connecticut Today" talking about an issue that never fades - getting rid of the state's local property taxes…