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1. 40 years later, why is it harder to start a family? Bridges Healthcare talks about the changes we're seeing in men and for women at work. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about the President's address to Congress and what it could mean for jobless veterans. ((08:49)) 3. Zoo Minute: A research program incorporating Fairfield University. ((16:34)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Ima...

1. Congressman Himes admits the President has some lofty goals but not the free two years of community college. So who's going to pay for it? Melissa digs into it. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Kevin Kelly created a grassroots effort called Stop the Gas Tax CT. What you need to know and why it matters to middle class wallets. ((13:24)) 3. Early Education consultant, Liz Englander, identifies good and ba...

1. Lt. Perez quizzed Melissa live during Crime on the Mind. How did she do and should her driver's license be taken away? ((00:10)) 2. Senator Bob Duff defends banning flavored tobacco products but supports legal marijuana...ironic or no? ((15:17)) 3. Senator Tony Hwang touches on zoning bills and irony behind marijuana legislation. ((24:04)) 4. Attorney Mike Roberts talks about xenophobia and ...

A new week, a new month, and a new reason for Paul to complain on Connecticut Today! Paul opened up the show expressing his (for lack of a better word) disdain with some cyclists who just don’t follow traffic laws (0:45). Next, Paul spoke with GOP State Senator Eric Berthel about what’s going on up in Hartford, especially with the religious exemption for mandatory vaccinations now repealed (7:1...

1. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti defends why the city struggles with canceled bus routes and says it's a problem everywhere, not just Shelton. ((00:10)) 2. A non-profit helps educate middle and high school students in career paths and financial knowledge. ((09:23)) 3. Morning show counselor, Julius Dudics, talks about Mental Health Awareness Month and the importance of talking it out. ((22:03)) 4...

"The Force" was strong on the May 4th episode of "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli. First, Paul spoke with Marc Fitch, who writes the "Fitch Files" column for the Connecticut's Yankee Institute for Public Policy, about various issues including a potential gasoline tax and more additional UConn funding (0:30). Paul also spoke with Landmark Legal Foundation President Pete Hutchison about Cong...

1. Mayor Joe Ganim addressed the concerns around loud and dangerous ATV riding in the city. He also touched on an internal investigation on the Bridgeport Police Department following a recent arrest. ((00:10)) 2. The Red Cross is reporting the lowest donor numbers last month since the start of the pandemic. We learned some misconceptions connected to covid vaccines and a lack of donations. ((12...

On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we took a call from Rich in Fairfield about a bill that passed in the State House giving adoptees born before 1983 to access their birth certificate naming their birth parents (0:54). Next, Paul spoke with Dr. Frank Sorrentino, author of, "Presidential Power and The American Political System," about evaluating any president after just 100 days in office...

1. Senator Blumenthal supports former President Trump being banned from Facebook. But Melissa wants to know where's the focus on false headlines being spread online. ((00:10)) 2. Director, Michael Gier, created a documentary addressing PTSD and veterans. ((08:29)) 3. The BBB warns the public about airfare scams; check before you book! ((16:23)) 4. Officer of the Week: Officer Castillo-Jimenez (...

Dr. Browne says the J&J pause may have been too drastic. He says it's a contributing factor to the massive stockpile of the single-dose vaccine in Connecticut. And, it may have a trickling effect on other covid vaccines. Also, Dr. Browne touched on the need of getting children vaccinated as early as September.

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1. Governor Lamont discussed the latest on the public health option and banning flavored vapes. 2. Congressman Jim Himes talks about 10 local projects he's hoping to get funding for to help CT.  3. Dr. Gifford reacts to breaking Pfizer news regarding full FDA approval pending.  4. Melissa got to tour the new Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater and shared all the details she learned. IMAGE CREDIT:...

"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli wrapped up the first week of May with thoughts on area police who are trying to get dangerous people off the street who shouldn’t be there, in the face of the “Defund the Police” movement (0:30). Paul also spoke with Bridgeport Democratic State Representative Steve Stafstrom about what's going on at the State Capitol, including the controversial recreationa...

1. Bobby Valentine spoke about throwing his hat in the run for Stamford Mayor. What led him to politics? What happens to Sacred Heart University? All your questions answered. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Bob Duff talked about requiring covid vaccines at schools and what it could mean for the religious exemption law. ((08:28)) 3. Senator Tony Hwang talks about the public option bill. We are down to a fe...

On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul started the week with his thoughts on New York City's crime spike as Mayor Bill de Blasio's tenure slowly comes to an end (0:37). Next, Paul spoke to Bryan Del Monte, an aviation industry expert and president of "The Aviation Agency," about the future of post-pandemic air travel (15:17). Finally, we carried Governor Ned Lamont's latest Covid-19 mee...

1. PETA released the documents from the USDA calling out Seaquest in Trumbull. Their plea for the public to stop buying tickets. Melissa has reached out to Seaquest, and has not heard back yet for comment. ((00:10)) 2. For the first time in two years, we broke 3 dollars a gallon for gas. The latest from Triple A. ((07:56)) 3. Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti shares some big projects underway in the...

On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we spoke with Tweed New Haven Airport Executive Director Sean Scanlon about the renovations slated for the airport and what to expect when all is said and done (0:40). Paul then spoke with Dr. Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the University of New Haven, about the recent ransomware attack...

1. Dan Onofrio with the Bridgeport Regional Business Council talked about dozens of job openings at the new amphitheater and the business reason why the Sound Tigers changed their name & logo. ((00:00)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talked about the task force cracking down on ATV riders plus a stipend for UI customers burned by the company during Tropical Storm Isaias. ((08:40)) 3. Milford May...

"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli was bursting at the seams with big stories on Wednesday! First, Paul gave his thoughts on a recent tweet from Connecticut U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, who decided to compare U.S. railways to those in China (0:48). Next, Paul spoke with U.S. energy policy expert Jay Hakes about the ransomware attack on a major pipeline and what could happen in the future (7:38...

1. Dr. Browne talks about the New York Yankees covid outbreak. All seven members got the J&J vaccine, so why was there still a surge in team cases? ((00:10)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal addresses measures to crack down on hacking situations like the Colonial Pipeline. ((13:25)) 3. Stephanie Swantek with the BeSafe Project talks about expectations and why they can be so damaging to personal re...

On the eve of the weekend, "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli spoke to Dr. Sheila Molony, professor of nursing at Quinnipiac University and a fellow of the Gerontological Society of America, about a possible strike by workers at nursing homes in Connecticut (0:52). However, news would break later on regarding a basic agreement reached to avoid the strike - as announced in Governor Ned Lamont...

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1. Early education consultant, Liz Englander, addresses the idea of some kids wearing masks in the fall while others don't. Can that work? ((00:10)) 2. State Senator Kevin Kelly shares more big companies saying "hold on, the public health option WON'T WORK for Connecticut." ((11:47)) 3. The CDC guidelines changed for mask wearing, so what does that mean for CT? Melissa breaks it down. ((18:31))...

On Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul offered a few thoughts on a Hartford Courant editorial that roundly criticized Democrats in the General Assembly, something the paper really isn’t known to do that often (0:52). Paul invited his good buddy, Wallingford/Cheshire GOP State Rep. Craig Fishbein, on to talk about proposed changes to Connecticut's "Red Flag" law (7:40). Finally,...

1. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupcheck comments on recent Fairfield district stories regarding student behavior. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Bob Duff and Senator Tony Hwang talk about the last 24 days of the session and the hot button topics in Hartford. ((08:45)) 3. Lt. Jim Perez reacts to Pride organizers banning the NYPD from next month's march. ((26:48)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli dove into two top-of-mind topics: Covid-19 and taxes. We carried Governor Ned Lamont’s news conference with a couple special guests (0:31). Later on, Sara Spodick, director of the Quinnipiac University School of Law Tax Clinic, stopped by with last-minute tips for those still trying to file their taxes (18:04)   Image Credit: Getty Images

1. We are coming up on the 2-year anniversary of Jennifer Dulos' disappearance. Legal expert, Bill Bloss, talks about the latest in the case and if it will become a cold case. ((00:10)) 2. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti addresses gun safety and residential numbers increasing. ((12:10)) 3. Counselor, Julius Dudics, talks about anxiety around covid restrictions being lifted and how to keep from ruin...

"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli took a glimpse at the present and the future. First, Paul spoke to former Meriden GOP State Sen. Len Suzio talks about the controversial "Transportation Climate Initiative,” which includes a provision that some say could eventually affect the total amount of gasoline available to state drivers (0:41). Paul also had Carl Gould on from "7 Stage Advisors" to c...

1. Former Shelton cop, David Eldridge, announced his run for mayor 2021. What he wants to bring to the city and the tension between him and Mayor Mark Lauretti. ((00:10)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim addresses sketchy underground businesses and crackdowns on illegal ATV riding in the city. ((08:28)) 3. Stew Leonard Jr. talks about the relaxed restrictions and how the grocery stores are respond...

On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with Marc Fitch, who writes the Fitch Files for the Yankee Institute for Public Policy, about what's going on in the General Assembly, including some possible new taxes (0:38). Next, Paul welcomed special guest Robert Ballard to discuss his new book, "Into the Deep: A Memoir From the Man Who Found Titanic." (16:31). Finally, Paul spoke with F...

Dr. Fred Browne was as shocked as Melissa when the CDC announced last week that anyone fully vaccinated doesn't need a mask AT ALL! Dr. Browne called it a little dramatic on their part and his fears around it. Plus, Dr. Browne addressed data surrounding pregnant women getting the covid vaccine. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Senator Blumenthal says he will vote against his party if need be to support Israel in this war. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Alex Kasser, led the effort behind Jennifer's Law, and hopes Governor Lamont passes it. ((13:20)) 3. Luke Frey of the BBB warns people about rental car scams. ((21:50)) IMAGE CREDIT:  iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Governor Lamont talked about getting people back to work and whether incentives are also coming for the employed who stayed at work during the pandemic. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about the cease fire in the middle east and what a two-state solution could look like to avoid more conflict. ((16:15)) 3. Dr. Deidre Gifford, the Acting Commissioner of the Dept. of Public Health,...