Financial News You Can Use: Saving Your Savings
Russ Hackmann breaks down tips on how to save in taxes on your savings. Image Credit: fizkes / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Nov 26, 2021
2m
Financial New You Can Use: Improving Finances In The New Year
Russ Hackmann gears up for the end of the year, and let's Melissa know about steps many of us can take to improve our finances in 2022. Image Credit: FREDERICA ABAN / iStock / Getty Images Plus
3m Nov 29, 2021
3m
Melissa in the Morning: Sikorsky Takeover?
1. The CAA may take over Sikorsky Airport. Executive Director, Kevin Dillon, shares what that could mean for residents. ((00:10)) 2. Ghislaine Maxwell begins her trial today. Will she take the fall for everything Jeffrey Epstein was supposed to face? Legal expert Bill Bloss weighed in. ((08:49)) 3. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, shares how w...
31m Nov 29, 2021
31m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Comedian Lewis Black - 11/29/21
Superstar comedian Lewis Black is coming to The Stamford Palace Theatre this Saturday! Lisa chats with him about Chanukah, comedy, Broadway and the Pandemic. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus AntonioSolano
20m Nov 29, 2021
20m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The New Omicron Variant
On Monday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we offered some local perspective on the new Covid-19 Omicron variant. University of New Haven Finance Instructor David Sacco talked about the possible economic effects of a new Covid-19 spike (0:28). Southern Connecticut State University Biology Professor Sarah Crawford offered her thoughts on any potential problems with the Omicron...
21m Nov 29, 2021
21m
Financial News You Can Use: Reduce Savings Risk
Russ Hackmann talks about what those with substantial savings should think about, and how others can reduce risk when it comes to savings. Image Credit: mokee81 / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Nov 30, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Audrey Hepburn is a Warrior
1. On Giving Tuesday, we learned about a Hollywood name who gave back in a huge way. Author and historian, Robert Matzen, shared details from his new book Warrior: Audrey Hepburn ((00:10)) 2. Why was the miracle of Hanukkah so incredible? What’s up with the dreidel game? Why latkes for dinner?? We learned about the meaning of the holiday and why the Festival of Lights is filled with miracles. ...
32m Nov 30, 2021
32m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Attorney Douglas NeJaime - 11/30/21
Attorney Douglas NeJaime joins the show to discuss upcoming changes in parental and family law in Connecticut. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus designer491
22m Nov 30, 2021
22m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Martha Zoller - 113021
Lisa and Martha Zoller breakdown the Ahmaud Arbery trial verdict. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus PierreDesrosier
16m Nov 30, 2021
16m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Political Scoreboard
On Monday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we checked in with Sacred Heart University Department of Government and Politics Chairman Dr. Gary Rose on the local and national political scenes (0:23). Busi​ness consultant and expert Carl Gould talked about what the new Covid-19 variant could mean for U.S. employers (16:09). Image Credit: Getty Images
21m Nov 30, 2021
21m
Financial News You Can Use: Reducing Taxes On Retirement Savings
Russ Hackmann talks with Melissa about what can be done to reduce taxes on retirement savings. Image Credit: BackyardProduction / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 01, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Hit by a Meteorite
1. 67 years ago, an Alabama housewife was hit by a meteorite during an afternoon nap. David Mestre of Science you may not Know shares the anniversary significance. ((00:10)) 2. As the nation’s most frequent disaster, home fires have remained a constant threat during the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Red Cross shared why they’ve seen a 50% bump in fires since last year. ((09:14)) 3. Workout ...
30m Dec 01, 2021
30m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Dr. Debra Spicehandler - 12/01/21
Lisa is joined by Northern Westchester Hospitals infectious disease Doctor Debra Spicehandler to talk about booster shots and the Omicron variant. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus ipopba
22m Dec 01, 2021
22m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Senator Richard Blumenthal - 12/01/21
Senator Richard Bluementhal calls into the show to talk about the preservation of Remmington Woods. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus lucky-photographer
16m Dec 01, 2021
16m
The Lisa Wexler Show - On Race ft Wayne Winston - 12/01/21
Wayne Winston joins Lisa for this week's edition of On Race where they discuss the death threat made against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and the Ahmaud Arbery trial verdict. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus natasaadzic
21m Dec 01, 2021
21m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Connecticut's New Paid Leave Law
On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we featured remarks from Governor Ned Lamont on the state's new family and medical leave program (0:23). Attorney Mike O'Neill from the Landmark Legal Foundation joined us to chat about the U.S. Supreme Court's oral arguments on a controversial Mississippi abortion law (3:18). Image Credit: Getty Images
16m Dec 01, 2021
16m
Financial News You Can Use: Steps For Business Owners To Reduce Taxes
Today, Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa steps that business owners can take to reduce their current taxes if they are having good years. Image Credit: FabrikaCr / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 02, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Omicron Variant
Dr. Browne talked about the new variant and if the vaccine can fight it. He also touched on boosters and why our infection rate is going up all of a sudden. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus 
14m Dec 02, 2021
14m
Melissa in the Morning: Abortion Laws
1. Eyes are on the Supreme Court and the handling of Roe v. Wade. Senator Blumenthal weighs in on the conversation. ((00:10)) 2. A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened in Darien this morning. Alberto Pillot shared how it helps Connecticut residents affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. ((10:04)) 3. Trees of Hope is back in New Haven! How you can win a tree and help local families. ((19:0...
25m Dec 02, 2021
25m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Maria Pereira - 12/02/21
Maria Pereira joins the show to discuss saving Remmington Woods. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus mguttman
18m Dec 02, 2021
18m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Yale Asst Police Chief Anthony Campbell - 12/02/21
Lisa is joined by Yale Assistant Police Chief Anthony Campbell to discuss the charges leveled against the Oxford High School shooter. Should the parents be charged as well? Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus goir
15m Dec 02, 2021
15m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Stephanie Thomas - 12/02/21
State Rep Stephanie Thomas announces her bid for Secretary of the State.   Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Kirkikis
10m Dec 02, 2021
10m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Author Jeffrey Deaver - 12/02/21
Author Jeffrey Deaver calls in to chat about his latest novel. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus francescoch
10m Dec 02, 2021
10m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Baseball Lockout Is Your Fault
On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul kicked off the show with a few thoughts on the first Major League Baseball work stoppage since 1994 (0:36). Fairfield GOP state Sen. Tony Hwang talked about better local transparency for federal Covid-19 funds (6:27). Quinnipiac University Assistant Journalism Professor Ben Bogardus gave us his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Chris Cuomo an...
28m Dec 02, 2021
28m
Financial News You Can Use: Increase Your Nest Egg In 2022
Russ Hackmann recaps all the ways you can increase your nest egg in 2022. Image Credit: Leonidas Santana / iStock / Getty Images Plus
3m Dec 03, 2021
3m
Melissa in the Morning: Covid in Connecticut
1. Governor Lamont took our state questions but also gives us the latest on covid. ((00:10)) 2. The CT Audobon Society shared its latest report on bird populations and why Connecticut needs to care more. ((14:20)) 3. Congressman Jim Himes talks about medication price hikes. ((28:39)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
39m Dec 03, 2021
39m
Cooking with Claud: Kugel
1.      Egg noodles boiled and drained – then put in greased casserole dish 2.      1-1 ½ sticks of butter added 3.      Add crushed pineapple (1 can and only half juice with fruit) 4.      Add raisins  5.      In separate bowl, put 6 eggs, 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 cup sour cream. Mix then pour over kugel and mix everything together 6.      Top with cinnamon 7.      Bake for about an hour a...
6m Dec 03, 2021
6m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Congressman Jim Himes - 12/03/21
Lisa talks with Representative Jim Himes about Remmington Woods and the ongoing investigation of the January 6th Insurrection.  Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus eurobanks
20m Dec 03, 2021
20m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Comedian Paula Poundstone - 12/03/21
Comedian Paula Poundstone joins the show to discuss life during the pandemic and to preview her upcoming show in New Haven. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus GenerationClash
22m Dec 03, 2021
22m
The Lisa Wexler Show - The Kindness of Strangers Ep 13 - 12/03/21
Lisa takes your calls in this weeks' Kindness of Strangers segment.  Barbara from Shelton shares a heartbreaking story that you need to hear! Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Jarvell Jardey
19m Dec 03, 2021
19m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Are There Too Many State Employees?
On Friday's "Connecticut Today," Paul Pacelli welcomed back Yankee Institute for Public Policy reporter Marc Fitch to chat about growing tension between Gov. Ned Lamont and state employee union officials, as well as some questions being raised about Connecticut First Lady Annie Lamont's business dealings (0:31). Dr. Anthony Santella from the University of New Haven talked about the latest devel...
21m Dec 03, 2021
21m
Financial News You Can Use: Taking Stock Of Risk
As the year winds down, Russ Hackmann explains the steps to take to check risk, especially if you've made financial gains this year. Image Credit: Fokusiert / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 06, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: We’re in HOW MUCH DEBT??
1. A new study by Yankee Institute shows that all 169 municipalities are in debt and taxpayers are footing the bill. What are you ACTUALLY paying for and how fiscally healthy is your town? ((00:10)) 2. Eversource is prepping for the winter months but are they concerned about worker shortages? ((15:33)) 3. There’s a call to have a bi-partisan public hearing to oversee where covid funds are goi...
32m Dec 06, 2021
32m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Megan Fairchild - 12/06/21
Premiere ballerina Megan Fairchild joins Lisa to talk about her book and about how the ballet has been effected by the pandemic. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Kristina Kokhanova
9m Dec 06, 2021
9m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Era of Bob Dole's Politics
On Monday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on the passing of former GOP senator and presidential nominee Bob Dole and the politics of his generation (0:37). We also carried comments from Gov. Ned Lamont and State Revenue Services Commissioner Mark Boughton on a new Connecticut tax amnesty program (8:09). Bridgeport State Rep. Steve Stafstrom talked about some rec...
30m Dec 06, 2021
30m
Financial News You Can Use: Stocks And Risk
Russ Hackmann discusses financial risk and how much stock market risk to take. Image Credit: Алексей Белозерский / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 07, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: School Threats
1. Dozens of schools across our state have faced hoax threats in the last two weeks. We talked about the credibility of threats, tracking them and how social media plays a role in more instances. ((00:10)) 2. School threats instill fear and anxiety within parents and adults. So how do we deal with the unknown and still secure our kids? ((13:23)) 3. Two domestic violence incidents turned deadl...
39m Dec 07, 2021
39m
The Lisa Wexler Show - Dr. Ainissa Ramirez - 12/07/21
Lisa is joined by Dr. Ainissa Ramirez to talk about her book "The Alchemy of Us". Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Andrii Zorii
22m Dec 07, 2021
22m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Why Are We So Soft at the Southern Border?
On Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on the continued inability to properly police the border with Mexico (0:32). Columnist and NYU Politics Professor Lawrence Meade chimed in on whether our border policies are slowly fracturing the U.S. (6:34). Yankee Institute Policy Analyst Ken Girardin detailed a new report regarding the fiscal health of Connecticut's ...
30m Dec 07, 2021
30m
Financial News You Can Use: Stock Market Return With Low Risk
Russ Hackmann explains to Melissa options for getting a return with lower risk in the stock market. Image Credit: Nattakorn Maneerat / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 08, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Social Media Alert
1. Ahead of Instagram’s CEO testifying today, our social media consultant weighed in on what this could mean for online platforms and your kids. ((00:10)) 2. Science You May Not Know: real estate could be landing on Mars thanks to Space X Starship. ((13:15)) 3. Workout Wednesday: staying motivated and active during the winter months. ((22:07))   IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
28m Dec 08, 2021
28m
Lisa Wexler: Actors Cameron Mann & Natalia Mann
12m Dec 08, 2021
12m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Speed Trap Money Grab?
One Wednesday's "Connecticut Today," Paul Pacelli spoke with Connecticut State Police Union President Andy Matthews on his worries about new speed cameras slated for some highway work zones (0:27). State House GOP leader Vin Cadelora updated the current state redistricting process, which is heading for the Connecticut Supreme Court (15:50). Image Credit: Getty Images
24m Dec 08, 2021
24m
Financial News You Can Use: RMDs
Russ Hackmann explains required minimum distributions for retirees, and what happens if they don't want to take them. Image Credit: Hanna Vashcula / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 09, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Christmas Covid
Dr. Browne took our covid questions including Christmas gatherings and how to protect yourself from getting the virus. Plus, what's the latest on long haulers after having covid? IMAGE CREDIT:  iStock / Getty Images Plus
15m Dec 09, 2021
15m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: How Do American Schools Stack Up?
On Thursday's Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with Adam Tyner from the Fordham Institute on how the nation's best local school systems are doing (0:29). AUSA Chief Business Development Officer Leah Bailey and Quinnipiac University Prof. Patrice Luoma discussed the future of the recreational marijuana market for young entrepreneurs (12:15). Image Credit: Getty Images
23m Dec 09, 2021
23m
Financial News You Can Use: Risk Recap
As the year winds down, Russ Hackmann recaps the financial risks to be aware of in the new year. Image Credit: Blue Planet Studio / iStock / Getty Images Plus
2m Dec 10, 2021
2m
Melissa in the Morning: Medicare Price Hikes
1. We've talked about the big jump in Social Security’s Cost of Living Adjustment. But now we’re hearing that some of that increase may get absorbed by Medicare. What's happening?? ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Himes responded to the claims about an Alzheimer's drug spiking Medicare costs. ((15:37)) 3. Fairfield CARES wants the public to normalize mental health conversations. We talked to the resour...
34m Dec 10, 2021
34m
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Governor Lamont Updates Connecticut's Covid-19 Status
On Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we carried - courtesy of the Connecticut Network - Governor Ned Lamont's update on the state's Covid-19 status (0:32). RightForge founding partner Chris Bedford briefed us on Twitter's controversial new CEO's comments on free speech (7:33). Capitol Region Council of Government Director Emeritus Lyle Wray joined us to talk about new recommendati...
31m Dec 10, 2021
31m
Cooking with Claud: Christmas Snowballs
INGREDIENTS: -- 2 1/2 cups flour -- 3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts -- 1 cup butter --1 tsp vanilla -- 1/2 cup powdered sugar -- salt optional 
6m Dec 13, 2021
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