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In her final in day for Paul Pacelli, Ann Karrick brought in the big guns for Connecticut Today. She invited state senator Will Haskell on to talk to Fairfield county about why he should be relected (0:00), immediately afterwards, his opponent Kim Healy came on to give her side and arguments(17:10). To wrap up the show, Wayne Winsley from Brave Enough To Fail came on to talk about the program(3...

1. Why covid seems to have been avoided with the next special session. ((00:11)) 2. A look at the no-knock warrants and how we can have a better handle on it in Connecticut. ((11:09)) 3. Falling in love is easier than staying in love. ((26:27)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Paul Pacelli returned to Connecticut Today this afternoon with one big questions, what is Christopher Columbus? He spoke with former Democratic representative out of Bridgeport Chris Caruso about the latest on Christopher Columbus(0:33). He also spoke with State Senator Len Fasano about what to expect in the upcoming special session in the State Senate.(14:35) Image Credit: Getty Images

1. FBI Special Agent Wendy Bowersox defines human trafficking and debunks the theory that it doesn't exist in Connecticut. ((00:11)) 2. The Lt. Governor talks about businesses that traffic people, especially immigrant populations. ((16:01)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli had the information that you needed going into tonight's debate! Starting with Matthew Forys from the Landmark Legal Foundation, the two spoke about the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court(0:35). After that, Professor Gary Rose from Sacred Heart's government department called in to talk about what to expect for tonight's debate(13:23). Image...

1. UConn released a new study supporting legalized weed, but why could that be a problem? ((00:11)) 2. Mayor Joe Ganim talks about gun violence and acting chief joins the conversation. ((09:51)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Donna Cimarelli is the proud mother of Maren Sanchez, who was an incredibly kind, creative and loved by all who knew her. Maren was 16-years old when her classmate took her life. It was April 2014 at Jonathan Law High School in Milford. The Maren Sanchez Home Foundation helps stop the violence against young girls and women. Donna talks about a book that connects to her foundation's mission. IM...

What in tarnation happened last night? Paul Pacelli opened up Connecticut Today with his thoughts on the first 2020 Presidential debate last night(0:33). After that, Paul had Sean Patrick Bowley, a sports writer for Hearst Connecticut Media on to talk about the state of high school sports(16:30). Professor of Political Science at Quinnipiac University, Scott McLean joined Paul to discuss last n...

1. Senator Blumenthal addresses the big question: Why won't you meet with Barrett? ((00:11)) 2. Melissa's brother weighs in on the Disney lay-off's. ((08:58)) 3. How parents should go from martyr to model for their kids. ((16:50)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli dared to ask, how is Connecticut doing financially? Marc Fitch from the Yankee Institute joined Paul to give us an update on the state fiscally(0:33). Following Governor Ned Lamont's address to the media(16:29), Paul spoke with state representative Charles Ferraro about  a bill that would help hold power and electricity companies accountable(28:45) Image Cre...

1. Governor Lamont talks about the special session, our infection rate uptick and the latest on phone tracking apps. ((00:11)) 2. Cooking with Claud: Dry Rub Wings --RECIPE-- 1. Get a big bowl and add paprika, black pepper (ground peppercorn), garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt and half a bag of parmesian cheese (fine cut) 2. Mix ingredients all together 3. Take eac...

Connecticut Today opened up with a very interesting observation. Paul asked if Vice President and Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden is getting a free pass with some of his answers from the debate(0:35). Jim Cameron, the author of the Getting There column for the Connecticut Post joined Paul to talk about the state of transportation in Connecticut(10:05). Finally State Senator Kevin Ke...

1. Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick weighs in about uptick in covid cases at Ludlowe High School but nothing at 15 other town schools. ((00:11)) 2. Tanya Hughes of Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities talks about the importance of filling out the 2020 census and registering to vote. ((09:33)) 3. Officer Mike DeVito talks about the recent police accountability law items that...

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli focused heavily on phase three of re-opening Connecticut. First Paul spoke with Garrett Sheehan from the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce to talk about how businesses are getting ready to open in phase 3(0:39). Governor Ned Lamont in his meeting with the press would also face questions on phase three(11:32) Wrapping up the show was Bill Dunlap, a Profess...

1. Our social media consultant breaks down Netflix documentary "A Social Dilemma" and what that means for our society. ((00:11)) 2. The Connecticut Airport Authority talks about how Bradley International Airport is doing during the pandemic. ((11:40)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

In the latest edition of Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with Derek Winn, an expert in corporate healthcare, about if the price of health will ever go down again (0:28). State Senator Tony Hwang(14:33) called in to talk about a bailout request for the state's community colleges. Image Credit: Getty Images

1. Loneliness is a problem among senior citizens, a northeast company created a new website to help curb the problem. ((00:11)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talks about the future of UB, covid testing and illegal guns off the streets. ((07:11)) 3. Remembering Eddie Van Halen ((17:41)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Paul Pacelli decided to open up Connecticut Today with a little discussion into an event that's lead to a Bruce Springsteen song and Stuart Whitman movie. To do so, he had author of "A Brotherhood Betrayed: The Man Behind the Rise and Fall of Murder, Inc." Michael Cannell on to talk about the infamous Murder Incorporated(0:43). The rest of the show he spent talking with two guests about tonight...

After President Trump tweeted that the medication used for his covid diagnosis is available to all, many lashed out about it. We wanted to know  what the possibility is for a severe covid case in Connecticut to be treated with the same treatments as the president. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. How do we determine what's real and fake in the news? Journalism professor Richard Hanley gives his perspective on how to determine what's worth listening to. ((00:11)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about the big tech companies and how we need to better protect ourselves because these companies won't. ((15:02)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

After a rousing debate last night, Paul Pacelli came back to Connecticut Today with some thoughts. First though, author Elizabeth Mitchell, came on to talk about her new book, "Lincoln’s Lie: A True Civil War Caper Through Fake News, Wall Street, and the White House" all about how President Abraham Lincoln may have manipulated the media(0:32). Following Governor Ned Lamont's meeting with the pr...

1. October is National Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Awareness month. Dr. Ronika Chowdery talks about breaking the stigma of guilt and how common miscarriages are. ((00:11)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes gives us the latest on the stimulus package and talks in Washington. ((13:57)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. In honor of National Coming Out Day, a renowned author shares his background of being a Baptist Christian and gay. ((00:11)) 2. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Boolbol shares why screenings are a matter of life or death. ((10:29)) 3. Marriage counselor, Bob Donovan, shares "what it's like to be married to your spouse" ((19:16)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli focused on the upcoming Presidential election today.  First Paul spoke with author Merrick Rosenberg about his book "Personality Wins: Who Will Take the White House and How We Know" and what he feels each candidate's personality is like (0:40). Brian Burch from CatholicVote called in about what he expects Catholics to look for in the upcoming election (12:19)...

1. The BBB warns shoppers of scammers using a fake number on Prime Day to take your money and run. ((00:11)) 2. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe talks about downtown shops closing and how the town is staying afloat. ((07:45)) 3. Why is it so important to have a structured home and communicate more? ((15:11)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli asked the difficult and often asked question, is mail in ballots again? The Manchester Journal Inquirer's Chris Powell joined Paul to talk about if this is indeed a good idea or not (0:43). Following Governor Ned Lamont's meeting with the press (14:21), Republican State Representative Gail Lavielle called in to talk about a move by Democrats to muscle in on l...

1. Utah man who was approached by a cougar on a hike shares his experience after going viral nationwide. ((00:11)) 2. Milford cut through roads are causing concerns for neighbors, but police say the neighbors sometimes are to blame. ((06:41)) 3. Melissa geeks out over interviewing Bobby Valentine. ((12:50)) 4. Hemp bill gets the stamp of approval, what that means for CT. ((20:28)) IMAGE CREDIT...

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli asked a very interesting question, is President Donald Trump trying to be a Strongman? Author of "Don't Know Much About History: Everything You Need to Know About American History but Never Learned" Kenneth Davis joined Paul to talk about this as people insist that he is (0:30). Following that, State Senator Tony Hwang chimed in on a topic that was discussed ...

Dr. Browne addresses the first US case of covid twice in a calendar year and how rare it is. He also talks about the flu vaccine and if there's an expiration date for getting your shot in time.  IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Senator Blumenthal argues with Melissa over repealing ACA but admits our healthcare system is broken. ((00:11)) 2. Dr. Fred Browne explains how rare it is to get covid twice in a calendar year...we think. ((10:17)) 3. The Beardsley Zoo weighs in about wildlife interaction after viral cougar video surfaced. ((17:17)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus