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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: The Latest on Stewart
New Britain is demanding more than 240-thousand dollars in reimbursements from its former mayor. A demand letter was written by the city's corporation counsel…
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Melissa in the Morning: DMV Check-In
The Department of Motor Vehicles and Travelers announced the winning high schools in their jointly sponsored 17th annual Teen Safe Driving Video Contest. The…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Pizza Campaign Wins Big
The “Pizza Capital of the U.S.” campaign won a Gold Effie Award. The brainchild of all the pizza advertising for our state was Anthony Anthony, former Chief…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Milford Headlines
From a new Chick-fil-a to converting a vacant church into housing, we did a check in with Milford Mayor Rich Smith to tackle recent news headlines surrounding…
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Melissa in the Morning: PTSI Awareness
This month is PTSD Awareness Month and we wanted to talk about ways to better support first responders in Connecticut. We spoke with Bonnie Rumilly, a…
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Melissa in the Morning: A Heads Up about PCOS
A recent article highlighted PCOS; a commonly misdiagnosed disease among women. We spoke with Hartford HealthCare's Dr. Dan Gottschall, OB-GYN Chair at St…
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Melissa in the Morning: FIFA-Related Scams
As excitement builds around upcoming FIFA matches, the Better Business Bureau is encouraging both consumers and businesses to prepare for the rise in scams…
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Melissa in the Morning: Double Digits
The Connecticut Insurance Department proposed rate filings for four insurance companies that would mean double-digit rate increases for individuals and small…
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Melissa in the Morning: 764
A dangerous online network has surfaced in Connecticut news again. It’s called 764 – the FBI calls it an online network of "Nihilistic Violent Extremists." We…
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Melissa in the Morning: First Meeting
The Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability had its first meeting. There’s a lot of variability to determine how school districts…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Beat & The Badge: Kidnapped King
Sometimes our kids can have quite the imagination. But if we don't lean in and listen, we may miss what could be the start to a great conversation about crime…
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Melissa in the Morning: Part 2 of AI Law
In continued coverage of the new social media and AI law for our state, we welcomed back Senator James Maroney. He led the effort in passing this legislation…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Governor Talks CSCU Saga
The CSCU system has experienced multiple leadership controversies, resignations, and no-confidence votes. We spoke with Governor Lamont about the ongoing drama…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz
Jon spoke with the Lt. Governor about a variety of topics, including what would happen if Gov. Lamont loses the primary!
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutThe Download: Another Delay for Bridgeport's Ethics Commission
A city charter reform that would create not only an Ethics Commission but also a Department of Ethics in the Park City, was passed overwhelmingly by voters…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - How Do You Feel About America?
Host Paul Pacelli jumped into Thursday's big show on "Connecticut Today" looking at different questions and answers from a new Quinnipiac University poll on…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa In The Morning: Brother-Sister-Mother
To wrap up the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour stop at the Blue Sky Diner, Melissa welcomed her brother Matthew Sheketoff as well as…
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Melissa in the Morning: Brown Roofing
They're the title sponsor the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour, Brown Roofing! Melissa welcomed Kevin on to talk about the company and…
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Melissa In The Morning: Friends Of Boothe Park
If you've ever had your picture taken in Stratford, chances are, it was at Boothe Park. Melissa welcomed the friends of Boothe Park to the WICC Brown Roofing…
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Melissa in The Morning: Sterling House
The Sterling House Community Center always has something going on, and to give us an update, Melissa welcomed them to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The…
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Melissa In The Morning: Police Chief Renee Dominguez
She's the new Stratford Police Chief and one of her first assignments, join Melissa Sheketoff at the Blue Sky Diner to take part in the WICC Brown Roofing…
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Melissa In The Morning: Sikorsky
One of the biggest companies in Connecticut is located here in Stratford, that of course, is Sikorsky and as such, we welcomed them back to the WICC Brown…
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Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Veterans Museum
Gerry Mucci joined Melissa at the Blue Sky Diner to talk about the Stratford Veterans Museum and some of the help they may need. For More Information…
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Melissa In The Morning: Mayor David Chess
Mayor David Chess joined Melissa at the Blue Sky Diner to take part in the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to give an update on what's…
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Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Day
Ahead of this weekends Main Street Festival and Stratford Day, we welcomed Stephanie Philips, the festival organizer, to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The…
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Melissa In The Morning: Warbird Weekend
This weekend, the Connecticut Air and Space Center is hosting Warbird Weekend and we had Len Roberto join the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner…
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Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Superintendent
Teachers aren't the only ones who the spotlight at the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. Heather Borges, the Superintendent of Schools for…
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Melissa In The Morning: Stratford Teachers
Melissa welcomed a couple of teachers from Stratford to talk about the end of the year festivities for schools as well as some of the changes that are coming…
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Melissa in the Morning: Sissy
We're back at the Blue Sky Diner in Stratford for the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour and there's no better way to kick off the…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutCT Today With Paul Pacelli - When Will We Ever Figure Out Rising Health Care Costs?
Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" talking about thousands of Connecticut residents who are about to see their medical debts erased…
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Melissa in the Morning: Failing to Stop for Buses
Senator Jeff Gordon introduced a bill now signed into law that will mean a suspended license for repeat offenders passing school buses illegally. We spoke with…
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Melissa in the Morning: College Tuition Accusations
Documents indicate former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart used taxpayer money to fund her master's degree. An independent investigation launched by current…
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Melissa in the Morning: Social Media Safety
There’s a new law in Connecticut to better protect youth from online dangers and create more regulations for artificial intelligence. The legislation includes…
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Melissa in the Morning: Hurricanes and Cardiac Arrest
According to a new survey conducted by the American Red Cross, 8 out of 10 people believe it’s very important to know CPR and how to use an AED, yet only a…
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Melissa in the Morning: Sparkle and Shine Squires
We connected again with Stamford local, Mike Squires. You know him as "The Macy's Guy" for his work cleaning the outside of the store last year. Now, he has a…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Can Josh Elliott Defeat Gov. Ned Lamont In A Primary?
Host Paul Pacelli used Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" to look at an upcoming Democratic gubernatorial primary later on this year and whether or not we could see…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutFree Early Childhood Ed Coming to CT
Governor Ned Lamont has announced an additional $320 million investment in Connecticut’s Early Childhood Education Endowment! Jon covered the press conference…
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Melissa in the Morning: Latest with Success Village Finances
We checked in with receiver, Attorney Barry Knott, about the latest financial news surrounding Success Village in Bridgeport and Stratford.
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Melissa in the Morning: Annual Torch Run
Tomorrow starts the annual Torch Run. Hundreds of law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes will carry the Flame of Hope across the state to raise…
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Melissa in the Morning: Latest LI Sound Beach Report
In May 2026, Save the Sound released its latest Long Island Sound Beach Report, which grades beaches based on water quality data. We spoke with Bill Lucey, the…
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Melissa in the Morning: Dads and Work
A new Wall Street Journal article highlights more and more dads swapping out work hours to be with their kids and do housework. We spoke with career…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Are Too Many Connecticut Legislative Races Uncontested?
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week and month on "Connecticut Today" commenting on a Hearst Connecticut Media report that about 40-percent of all state…
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Melissa in the Morning: Camera Questions
It’s no secret; people in Fairfield are livid over the speed cameras. Tickets are now in effect after the cameras rolled out last month. Residents feel like…
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Melissa in the Morning: CEA Job Fair
There is a CEA Job Fair this weekend that will tackle Connecticut’s ongoing teacher shortage. We spoke with CEA President, Kate Dias, about the event and how…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Another One Bites the Dust
After nine years as commissioner of the state Department of Developmental Services, Jordan Scheff is resigning this month for a new job. It’s a tale as old as…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: PURA Settlement
Last month, PURA tentatively settled a lawsuit by the state’s electric utilities. The suit acknowledges that former chair Marissa Gillett reportedly ignored…
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The Beat & The Badge: Weightless Consequences
Probation...therapy...restraining orders...the sex offender list. These are just some of the examples of what we call "weightless consequences" for convicted…
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The Beat & The Badge: Where are Parents in America?
We looked at some national stories where youth crime cases landed mom and dad in the hot seat as well. We had the uncomfortable conversation about a lack of…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - What's Ahead For Connecticut's Political Landscape?
Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another busy week on "Connecticut Today" wondering what Connecticut will look like in the coming years after a likely shift in…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutAndrew Rice Returns to The Download
Andrew Rice, candidate for CT's third Congressional district, returns after a hearing last night regarding his complaint against Democratic State Central
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Melissa in the Morning: Pause to Cameras Program
There’s a push to pause the speed camera program in Fairfield after police reported mire than 100,000 warnings have already been sent to drivers in the first…
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Melissa in the Morning: Ansonia Investigation
Ansonia’s Board of Aldermen wants to at the possibility of misuse of public funds. The board voted Wednesday night to hire an outside law firm to investigate…
WICC The Voice of ConnecticutMelissa in the Morning: Raid at Success Village
Earlier this week, there was an FBI raid at Success Village. Two units at the 900+ unit complex between Bridgeport and Stratford was raided and we were told…
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Melissa in the Morning: 3 out of 10
According to the Milford United Way, 3 out of 10 households in the city are struggling to make ends meet. The Milford United Way provides resources and…
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Melissa in the Morning: Success of the Hotline
The New York Times recently reported on research that shows the rate of suicide among young people across the United States dropped significantly since the…
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Here Come The Work Zone Speed Cameras
Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with word that state officials have announced five construction zones will see work zone speed…
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Melissa In The Morning: Mike Squires
Mike Squires is a music producer in Stamford, however one fateful day, he became a local hero when he started cleaning the front of the Macy's Building in…
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Melissa In The Morning: 100 Black Men Of Stamford
Founded in 1993, the 100 Black Men Of Stamford joined Melissa on the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour, to talk about how they're nurturing…