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There have been a lot of ideas surrounding Great Island in Darien. Amid making the property more publicly accessible, apparently costs are becoming a bigger issue. For the latest, we checked in with Darien First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky. To learn more about the future of Great Island: https://greatisland.darienct.gov/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Connecticut is getting hundreds of thousands of dollars to support the removal of marine debris from Long Island Sound. The Maritime Aquarium is getting in on a close to 2-million-dollar federal grant, specifically for work in Connecticut. We spoke with Justin Susarchick, Senior Project Manager in the Conservation Department at the Aquarium; he is also the person leading the lobster trap cleanup initiative. Image Credit: Getty Images

Last year, 6-year-old Jathan Escobar was murdered in a domestic violence attack in Bridgeport. The man who did it remains in custody but now Jathan's biological father is attempting to sue the state of Connecticut, claiming DCF dropped the ball several times and could have prevented the death of his son. Jimmy Escobar's attorney, Kelly Reardon, shared details of the case and potential lawsuit against the state and DCF. Image Credit: Getty Images

There have been a lot of moving parts with resuming work on the Revolution Wind Project. A lot of questions about what's happening behind the scenes but not a lot of answers. We asked political reporter, Mike Cerulli, from News 8 if he had any further insight. Image Credit: Getty Images

What started as a public health forum turned heated quickly in Hartford. What were protestors most concerned about with the announcement regarding vaccinations in Connecticut? We asked Rep. Cristin McCarthy-Vahey, co-chair of the Public Health Committee, about this. Image Credit: Getty Images

We met Mark Block, Republican candidate for First Selectman in Trumbull. Learn why he decided to run and what he will bring to the table if elected in November. Image Credit: Getty Images

A new report is sounding the alarm about the reality of human trafficking in Connecticut. According to New Haven-based organization, Love146, in the past 10 years there have been hundreds of cases of children being trafficked in the state. We spoke with Jamie Manirakiza, Executive Director of Partnership to End Human Trafficking (PEHT), about the findings and how to combat the issue. For more information: https://peht.org/ Image Credit: Getty Images

The man accused of stabbing four high schoolers, killing one at a Shelton house party is back in the spotlight. Raul Valle will be back in court next month after the state filed amended charges. Valle killed Fairfield Prep student Jimmy McGrath in 2022 but over the summer the jury failed to reach a verdict leading to a mistrial. To get legal perspective on the case, we go to Attorney Bill Bloss. Bill is not at all connected to or involved in this case but has been providing legal expertise on this case to our WICC audience. Image Credit: Getty Images

Shelton decided to partner with BusPatrol to curb incidents of drivers illegally passing stopped school buses. The city's fleet of 68 buses is equipped with the AI-powered stop-arm enforcement technology. And starting week, drivers will actually get tickets. For the latest on BusPatrol in Shelton, we checked in with Ray Baldwin Jr. who oversees special projects in Shelton. Image Credit: Getty Images

From safer trains to breaking archaic thoughts around mass transit, we got connected to Jim Cameron, the founder of The Commuter Action Group which advocates for faster, safer mass transit within the state. Cameron also served 19 years on the CT Rail Commuter Council and now writes a weekly commentary on transportation for CTMirror, called "Talking Transportation." Image Credit: Getty Images

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to lift the stop work order on the Revolution Wind project. Work on the six-billion-dollar wind farm off the coast of Rhode Island was 80 percent complete when the stop order was issued last month. The 65-turbine project is a partnership between Connecticut and Rhode Island, as the states will share the generated electricity.  So, what happened? We asked Bryson Hull, Deputy Northeast Director for Consumer Energy Alliance. Image Credit: Getty Images

‘See something, say something,' it's a phrase that is thrown around a lot but how exactly do we report suspicious behavior safely and effectively? We asked crime prevention expert, Jim Perez. ** Download CT Safe and CT Prepares in the app store ** Image Credit: Getty Images

From deleted text messages to troubling emails revealing a potential power move to undermine the role of other co-equal commissioners, Marissa Gillett has been at the center of controversy for the last year. She recently announced she is resigning effective October 10th. Recently, State House Minority Leader, Representative Vincent Candelora, called for Gillett's impeachment. He joined us with reaction about her resignation announcement and what happens next for PURA. Image Credit: Getty Images

There have been dozens of car theft reports in Westport this year and apparently this criminal trend has been rising since 2020. Why is that and how can we proactively avoid being targets of vehicle theft? We asked Lt. Anthony Prezioso with Westport Police Department. Image Credit: Getty Images

A teenage boy was struck by a vehicle during a recent street takeover in Shelton. The report showed the teen suffered serious injuries but shared no implications that he will not make a full recovery. This case begs the question: what will it take to see real change with cracking down on street takeovers in the state? We asked Senator Paul Cicarella, ranking member on the Public Safety and Security Committee. Image Credit: Getty Images

Over the past five years, local non-profit, Partner in Lyme, raised nearly $100,000 and provided emotional, spiritual, and financial support to more than 50 individuals living with tick-borne diseases. Partner in Lyme is set to close at the end of the year but it's not bad news. Find out where the founder, Jessica Snajder, is going now to help more people with tick prevention in Connecticut and throughout New England. To contact Jessica Snajder: jessica@partnerinlyme.org For more information: https://nelad.org/ Image Credit: Getty Images

There is a public hearing in Hartford considering the expansion of single egress up to six stories in new construction. We got a better understanding of why there is a call to action for this and the timing with a push for more affordable housing construction. We got more perspective from Pete Buonome, Vice President of the Connecticut Fire Dept. Instructors Association. Image Credit: Getty Images

We spoke with career strategist, Julie Bauke, about the risks of posting on social media and remembering your personal sites represent more than just ‘you." Image Credit: Getty Images

According to the market research firm Omdia, the school security industry is now worth as much as $4 billion, and it's projected to keep growing. Following what happened to Charlie Kirk on a college campus, the conversation is back. We spoke about it with Former FBI Agent and UNH lecturer, Ken Gray. Image Credit: Getty Images

Comments made by a Connecticut lawmaker are not sitting well with many. Last month, the Relief for Connecticut Borrowers Working Group convened to propose policy directed towards student loan assistance. In that August meeting, co-chair and State Representative Kavros-DeGraw, of Avon, was emphasizing the importance of a college education when she referred to workers without a college degree as “burdens.” We spoke about it with State Representative Tim Ackert, an electrician, business owner, and longtime advocate for growing our skilled labor workforce. Image Credit: Getty Images

There was a huge meeting yesterday where superintendents from across the state took part in the annual State Dept of Education Commissioner's Back-to-School Meeting for the 2025-26 school year. Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents, was there and shared some key takeaways. Image Credit: Getty Images

Pediatricians and psychologists are sounding the alarm about artificial intelligence stuffed animals. They may look fun but can replace parent-child bonding and also bring privacy concerns. We spoke with Melissa Whitson, professor of Psychology from the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of New Haven, about this latest tech trend impacting kids. Image Credit: Getty Images

The European Union is now prohibiting the use of a key chemical ingredient in some gel nail polishes and other cosmetic products. The ban reportedly targets the use of TPO, which was classified as a type of “reproductive toxicant” by European regulators. We talked to Dr. Andrew Levi from Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine about TPO and whether there are higher risks of infertility for women. For more information: https://parkavefertility.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images

A home in Killingly is getting a lot of attention for posting political signs posted on the property. This isn't the first time we've seen signs draw controversy in a municipality. We spoke with Trish Crouse, an Adjunct Professor of Political Science at the University of New Haven, about balancing free speech with respect to neighbors. Image Credit: Getty Images

More than a quarter of the adult population in America use the internet to find love. New data shows that most dating apps still have a long way to go to reach A-grade cybersecurity. The Business Digital Index team analyzed the 24 largest dating platforms and found that 75% received a grade of D or F for their digital security. We spoke with our cybersecurity expert, Dr. Vahid Behzadan, about the findings. Image Credit: Getty Images

We are getting calls from seniors who have been evicted and end up living in their cars and losing their belongings because they have nowhere to store items. What are people's rights or resources when an eviction notice happens? We asked Angela Schlingheyde, Executive Director of the Connecticut Bar Foundation. Image Credit: Getty Images

We invited Jason Jakubowski in studio, president and CEO of Connecticut Foodshare. What are the latest statistics for food insecurity in our state and how are we addressing the crisis? For more information: https://www.ctfoodshare.org/ Image Credit: Getty Images

National statistics prove more and more workers want volunteerism at the workplace to be prioritized. But what does that look like and how do leaders incorporate this into the office culture if it's not already there? We asked career strategist, Julie Bauke. Image Credit: Getty Images

A phone free high school and developing classroom plans with AI; just some of the top headlines coming out of the Westport school district this year. We checked in with superintendent of schools, Tom Scaraice. Image Credit: Getty Images

Following an interview with Senator Berthel about a new report looking at discrimination with applications at tech schools, we wanted to get an educator's perspective on the problem. We spoke about it more with Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents. Image Credit: Getty Images

Milford students are back to school and we checked in with Dr. Anna Cutaia, superintendent of schools. Image Credit: GETTY IMAGES

All the fall flavored drinks are back! Starbucks brought back the popular Pumpkin Spice Latte this week. But beware of the calories that come in every drink! We talked about how to tailor your drinking obsession while still enjoying the autumn offerings with wellness coach, Amy Llinas. To contact Amy and get recipes: https://amyllinas.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images

We know vaping has become a huge problem especially for pre-teens, teenagers and college aged students. National statistics in 2024, show more than 10% of high school students and close to 6% of middle school students reported using any tobacco product in the past 30 days, with e-cigarettes being the most common product used. A massive company now headquartered in Stamford is focused on combatting youth access to all tobacco and nicotine products. We spoke with J.B. Simko, Philip Morris International's U.S. Chief Civil Society & Underage Prevention Officer. For more information: https://www.uspmi.com/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Class is in session starting today for Stamford public schools. And for the first time, block scheduling will take effect for high schoolers. It was a decision made last school year by the superintendent and board of education. While they praised it, a lot of families and teachers did not. We spoke about this with John Corcoran, president of the Stamford chapter of the Connecticut Education Association. Image Credit: Getty Images

Dozens of cars have apparently been broken into and messed with. We got the latest on this problem from Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter. Image Credit: Getty Images

With the new school year, comes new changes in the Darien school district. We checked in with interim superintendent of schools, Dr. Eric Byrne, for all the updates. Image Credit: Getty Images

We expect criticism but not everyone likes what they're being told. Whether people say something nice or something hurtful, it's important to think about: who's giving the feedback and the context of that feedback. We spoke about this with career strategist, Julie Bauke. Image Credit: Getty Images

With the start of Easton's schools on Wednesday, August 27, the police department will be increasing its traffic enforcement in school zones with a “Back to School” enforcement and education campaign. Officers will be looking for drivers who are using cell phones, speeding, and disregarding school bus signals. We got more details from Chief Foti Koskinas. Image Credit: Getty Images

Recently, we learned State Republicans are outraged with the state Board of Ed and its adoption of a resolution to address violations of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. It comes after the system was found to have disproportionately denied admission to students with disabilities to CTECS schools. Senator Eric Berthel, Ranking Senator on the Education Committee, spoke more about this. Image Credit: Getty Images

From back-to-school photo posting online to traffic patterns, Jim Perez talked about back to school safety on Crime on the Mind. Image Credit: Getty Images

Fairfield schools are back in session starting this week and with that comes new changes to the district's cell phone policy. To catch you up to speed after being out of the classroom for the summer, Superintendent Michael Testani, shared what's happening. Image Credit: Getty Images

Connecticut is installing more wrong-way detection systems across the state and we wanted to check in with state police about the system effectiveness and purpose. We spoke with Sgt. Luke Davis.   Image Credit: Getty Images

As we head into a new school year and families are choosing after-school programs for kids, have you considered the girl scouts? We spoke with Kristy King, chief membership and impact officer of the Girls Scouts of Connecticut, during their recruitment season happening now.  For more information: www.gsofct.org Inquiries for memberships/troop leaders: (800) 922-2770 or email customercare@gsofct.org  Image Credit: Getty Images

Some real shade was thrown at a grassroots organization trying to keep Connecticut residents in the know about housing legislation. Alexis Harrison from CT 169 Strong responded to the backlash still coming from some lawmakers months after the Governor vetoed a massive housing bill earlier this summer. Original article: https://ctmirror.org/2025/08/18/ct-lamont-hb-5002-169strong-emails/ Image Credit: Getty Images

The new school year begins next week and something new and shiny is joining the Shelton district. Raymond Baldwin Jr, in charge of special projects for the city, gave us the latest on the BusPatrol enforcement program starting next week. Image Credit: Getty Images

With the back-to-school season upon us, so are the back-to-school scams. From fake online shopping sites to student loan relief scams, fraudsters will do anything to take your money, and they do it while you already have a lot on your plate. To keep you from getting duped, we spoke to Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. Image Credit: Getty Images

The start of a new school year is right around the corner. We decided to check in with the Bridgeport School District facing a deficit heading into the new academic year. Here's an update from interim superintendent of schools, Dr. Royce Avery. Image Credit: Getty Images

Wanda Geter-Pataky was arrested again, but many are asking ‘does it really matter?' We spoke with CT Mirror Investigative Reporter, Andrew Brown, about the latest case surrounding the woman accused of committing election fraud. Image Credit: Getty Images

Filling in for Melissa, host Paul Pacelli chatted with Dr. Traci Marquis-Eydman, Associate Professor of Medical Sciences and Director of the Medical Student Home (MeSH) Program at the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, about recent news that Connecticut Third District Congresswoman Rose DeLauro underwent a procedure to treat a case of spinal stenosis. Image Credit: Getty Images

In wake of recent water-related deaths in the Housatonic River, some residents are calling for better signage around the shores. But we've also heard people compare Long Island Sound to the Atlantic Ocean and how it's ‘nowhere near as dangerous.' We tackled these misconceptions with DEEP Deputy Commissioner Mason Trumble. Image Credit: Getty Images