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Host Paul Pacelli (00:34) and CT NewsJunkie columnist Terry Cowgill (11:46) both weighed in on a recent verbal confrontation between NBC "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker and President Trump, concerning election fraud claims. Hearst Connecticut Media's Dan Haar also dropped by with his usual list of big stories, including the latest on the First District Congressional race (21:31)

On Friday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli delved into how much it might cost some out-of-towners to go to the beach of their choice this summer and whether or not the state should regulate beach access (00:30). Quinnipiac University Frank H. Netter School of Medicine Clinical Professor of Family Medicine Dr.  Khuram Ghumman talked about millions of dollars of medical debt being eliminated for thousands of Connecticut folks (09:19)

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 the U.S., heading into the nation's 250th Birthday (00:37). Quinnipiac University Associate Teaching Professor of Criminal Justice Jenna Curren discussed recent injuries to corrections officers in Connecticut prisons and how tough that job really is (13:10). Finally, former State Senate GOP Leader John McKinney discussed a new poll on the August Democratic primary (23:01)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" talking about thousands of Connecticut residents who are about to see their medical debts erased through a state partnership with a non-profit (00:32). The bigger question? When will we ever slow down ever-rising health care costs? We also got an update on a list of big state stories from Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar (14:08)

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 a major upset (00:32). Former GOP state legislator Joe Markley also offered his thoughts on that race (15:03), and we wrapped up the show with Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio's report on Connecticut's teachers' unions (25:35)

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 House and state Senate races are likely to be uncontested in November. Is that bad for local democracy or just the "will of the people?" (00:40). We welcomed CT NewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill to chat about multiple state and national topics (06:57), while we also replayed segments of CT U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy's appearance Sunday on CBS's "Face the Nation" (15:42)

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 both major political parties (00:29). Southington GOP State Sen. Rob Sampson joined us to chat about being "honored" as the most vocal member of his chamber during the past legislative session (14:04)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with word that state officials have announced five construction zones will see work zone speed enforcement in the coming days (00:27). Landmark Legal Foundation V.P. and Legal Analyst Mike O'Neill joined us to break down today's big news from the U.S. Supreme Court (14:53)

Host Paul Pacelli continued WICC's coverage of a morning raid by the FBI at the Success Village housing complex with an in-depth report from WICC's Melissa Sheketoff and Chris Williams (00:36). Hearst Connecticut Media's Dan Haar dropped by with his update on the Eversource rate request, a state look into Roblox, and that contentious First District race for Congress (12:35)

Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli hit the hot-button issue of municipal speed cameras in both Milford and Fairfield, with a lot of folks criticizing their setup and implementation (00:31). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by to chat about a recent move by the Connecticut Department of Labor, ensuring compliance with a state law (08:09)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Friday's "Connecticut Today" talking about Governor Ned Lamont's reaction to an Eversource rate increase request, highlighting the pay structure for the company's CEO (00:42). We were also joined by conservative pundit Red Jahncke from "The Red Line" blog (13:28), Mike Mastroni, founder of the Connecticut Fallen Heroes Foundation (22:39), and Quinnipiac University Criminal Justice Teaching Instructor Diane Langlan-Wortz regarding recently-enacted state laws concerning the rights of crime victims (29:30)

"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli welcomed GOP State Sen. Heather Somers to Thursday's show to talk about a White House tax credit initiative that could help some Connecticut students, if Gov. Lamont chooses to participate. What's he waiting for? (00:34). Former state Senate GOP Leader John McKinney wrapped up last weekend's nominating conventions and looked ahead to state primaries and Election Day in November (09:47). Also, Paul had some thoughts on the latest rate increase request from Eversource (19:31)

On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli welcomed Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang to chat about a recent op-ed he wrote regarding Connecticut's adult-use marijuana policies and the chance of higher-potency pot being introduced for the local market, despite some warnings from experts (00:40). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar dropped by after covering President Trump's commencement address at the Coast Goard Academy earlier in the day (08:15). Finally, Paul opened the show with remarks about a raise for Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim (17:42)

Governor Ned Lamont's signature on a bill legalizing "No-Excuse" absentee ballots in all future Connecticut elections was the lead topic for Paul Pacelli on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" (00:41). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio joined us to chat about the contentious battle for the U.S. House in Connecticut's First Congressional District and how organized labor is reacting (13:32). Author and Substack.com blogger Mark Tapson talked about rising immigration and cultural tensions in Great Britain (22:05)

The past weekend's state Democratic and Republican Nominating Conventions dominated Monday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with commentary and analysis from host Paul Pacelli (00:30), Southern Connecticut State University Political Science and Urban Affairs Professor Dr. Jonathan Wharton (14:54), and CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill (21:43)

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Connecticut Mirror reporter Mark Pazniokas to Friday's edition of "Connecticut Today" to break down the weekend nominating conventions for state Democrats and Republicans (00:39). Paul also had a few of his own thoughts for Connecticut's registered Republican voters (09:25). CBS News Capitol Hill reporter Taurean Small joined us to talk about the ongoing redistricting battles across the U.S. (24:07), while University of New Haven Associate Professor of National Security and Political Science Dr. Matthew Schmidt dropped by to chat about numerous world hotspots (28:40)

Former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart's decision to suspend her 2026 gubernatorial campaign was the big story on Thursday's edition of "Connecticut Today," with analysis of the situation from host Paul Pacelli (00:27), blogger / columnist Chris Powell (15:13), and WTNH "Capitol Report" panelist Liz Kurantowicz (24:53)

On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli welcomed Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar to chat about all the political twists and turns surrounding the Republican and Democratic nominating conventions (00:35). Paul also had a few thoughts regarding the renewed controversy surrounding flavored vaping products and e-cigarettes in Connecticut (10:29). CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon joined us to chat about President Trump's trip to China (25:11)

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed former New York Lieutenant Gov. Betsy McCaughey to Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" to chat about her candidacy for Connecticut Governor and the upcoming GOP convention (00:33). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by to talk about energy policy (11:00), while Paul offered some of his thoughts on the state's Republican party voters looking ahead to a likely gubernatorial primary (20:38)

Host Paul Pacelli (00:49) and Sacred Heart University Professor of Politics and Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Gary Rose (16:10) both chimed in on Monday's "Connecticut Today" regarding the latest controversy surrounding former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart's gubernatorial campaign, centering on her use of a city-issued purchasing card for years. CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill offered his thoughts on today's major stories, including the Erin Stewart controversy (26:02)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Friday's "Connecticut Today" talking about former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart's decision not to participate in a Republican gubernatorial debate in Farmington the previous evening (00:34). Republican gubernatorial candidate and Greenwich state Sen. Ryan Fazio joined the show to talk about his participation in that debate (15:56). Finally, GOP State Sen. Rob Sampson wraps up the General Assembly session, from his point of view (24:45)

On Thursday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli (00:46) and former state Senate GOP leader John McKinney (14:30) offered their opinions on the just-concluded General Assembly session at the State Capitol. Southern Connecticut State University Professor of Biology Dr. Sarah Crawford joined us to chat about a deadly outbreak of Hantavirus taking place on board a cruise ship in the Atlantic (23:55). Finally, Quinnipiac University Department of Journalism Chair Prof. Ben Bogardus talked about the passing of CNN founder Ted Turner (31:38)

Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli starting the show with a look at a report that more retailers in the state are using automated license plate scanner technology in their parking lots, raising some civil liberties questions (00:34). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Kimberly Przeszlowski dropped by to comment that on report (16:16). Meantime, Hearst Connecticut Media's Dan Haar talked about the waning days of the current General Assembly session (22:39)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" looking at yet another bill signed by Gov. Ned Lamont targeting ICE operations here in the state. Is this really needed, or just an act of desperation approaching the November elections (00:38)? Northford / Wallingford / North Haven / East Haven GOP State Sen. Paul Cicarella joined us to chat about a controversial gun bill at the State Capitol targeting a specific make and model of handgun (16:39). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by for her weekly update, with an assertion that many state employees may have violated their contract on May Day (21:30)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" talking about Democratic state Senate President Pro Tem Martin Looney of New Haven's decision to step away from the General Assembly after 46 years. Is it time for term limits (00:52)? Trumbull GOP State Rep. Dave Rutigliano dropped by to talk about the day's legislative business at the Capitol (16:12). CT169Strong's Maria Weingarten talked about a possible legislative change being considered to a controversial housing bill (22:45), while Fiona Firine, from the non-profit addiction awareness group "For Cameron," talked about a big fundraising event coming up this Saturday (29:10)

Host Paul Pacelli talked about the state's gasoline, diesel, and oil prices in light of the U.S.-Iran war on Friday's edition of "Connecticut Today" and wondered just how much more state consumers can tolerate (00:32). Mike Fox, from the Connecticut-based Gasoline & Automotive Service Dealers of America, talked about the state's rising gas and diesel prices (15:08). Finally, Shelton GOP state Senator Jason Perillo gave us a quick update from the State Capitol (24:45)

Host Paul Pacelli took a look at the latest twist in the 2026 race for Governor on Thursday's "Connecticut Today" (00:33) and also welcomed former State Senate Republican Leader John McKinney's thoughts on the race as well (16:11). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Law John Martin stopped by to chat about this week's decision from the U.S. Supreme Court regarding parts of the Voting Rights Act (26:01)

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Stamford / Greenwich GOP State Rep. Tina Courpas, who's been named to Gov. Ned Lamont's Education Funding Commission. How do we re-vamp and / or update the formula that's used to determine how much state education funding goes to each municipality (00:53). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar dropped by to talk about the big state stories, including some good news for Bridgeport (08:21). CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum analyzed a new case being brought against former FBI chief James Comey, as well as action taken by the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the Voting Rights Act (15:51). Finally, Paul had some thoughts on politics - and stress - in Connecticut (23:08)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with his thoughts on an overwhelming state House vote that ok'd a statewide "bell-to-bell" school cell phone ban, despite some criticism from Republicans (00:38). Connecticut Inside Investigator reporter Marc Fitch talked about the current controversy surrounding a Bridgeport special education teacher (15:07). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio joined the show with her analysis of an omnibus labor bill at the State Capitol (22:29)

Host Paul Pacelli jump-started a new week on "Connecticut Today" saying - in his opinion - that the third apparent assassination attempt aimed at President Trump is a signal for Trump opponents to perhaps ease back on some of their rhetoric (00:34). University of New Haven criminal justice lecturer and former Supervisory Secret Service Agent Bobby McDonald dropped by to address security issues following Saturday night's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington, D.C. (15:49)

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Connecticut Conference of Municipalities head Joe DeLong to Friday's "Connecticut Today" to chat about a new upcoming "Citizens' Assembly" slated to look at local property tax issues around the state and possible solutions (00:38). Sixteenth District GOP State Sen. Rob Sampson dropped by to update pending bills at the State Capitol (09:13). Paul also talked about some surprising poll numbers from a new survey of Connecticut voters regarding the use of photo ID's at polling places (19:03)

Host Paul Pacelli got Thursday's "Connecticut Today" underway with an update on a proposed state gun regulation targeting a certain make and model of handgun (00:31). Former state Senate GOP Leader John McKinney stopped by for his weekly update on a couple of major bills in Hartford targeting homeschooling and future, statewide absentee ballot use (15:00)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" talking about more controversy in Hartford over state vaccine mandates. Is this a lasting by-product of dishonesty during the COVID pandemic? (00:30). Hearst Connecticut Media's Dan Haar dropped by to chat about the major stories around the state, including the ongoing controversy over former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart (17:21)

A proposal to lift some THC levels for legal marijuana products sold in Connecticut was the prime issue on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli (00:37). New Canaan / Darien / Stamford GOP State Rep. Tom O'Dea dropped by to chat about his opposition to that proposal (14:18). In her regular Tuesday update, Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio took a look at the impact of recent state minimum wage increases (21:42)

Host Paul Pacelli started a new week on "Connecticut Today" highlighting some controversial comments made by Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy at a recent gathering of progressive activists in Spain (00:33). Connecticut State Republican Party Chairman Ben Proto offered his comments on those remarks (14:42). Finally, GOP State Sen. Eric Berthel gave us an update on a controversial homeschooling reform bill at the State Capitol (22:55)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Friday's "Connecticut Today" talking about a new Blue-Ribbon Commission announced by Gov. Ned Lamont to look at how the state's public education is funded (00:29). Blogger and columnist Chris Powell joined us to chat about the Governor's proposal (15:31), while CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon dropped by with the latest news regarding the U.S. and Iran (25:58)

Allegations aimed at the administration of former New Britain Mayor and current GOP Gubernatorial candidate Erin Stewart were at the top of host Paul Pacelli's mind on Thursday's "Connecticut Today" - wondering about possible political damage to her campaign (00:37). Former State Senate GOP Leader John McKinney commented on that report and more (15:17), while Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Council Executive Director Chris Healy discussed a pair of pending bills at the State Capitol (26:03)

Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli opened with Paul's look at a couple of committee votes in Hartford earlier in the week on proposals to give businesses the ability to pool their employees for better health insurance rates (00:49). GOP Gubernatorial candidate and Greenwich State Senator Ryan Fazio joined us to chat about those committee votes (16:11). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar dropped by to talk about the Governor's race (21:28), while Sacred Heart University Sports Communication & Media Graduate Program Director Dr. Andrew Miller talked about a new SHU poll regarding the public's trust in sports (30:59)

Host Paul Pacelli ruffled a few feathers on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with his support for a proposal to spend $12 million dollars to extend free school breakfasts to every state school district (00:55). Active-duty police officer and GOP State Rep. Greg Howard talked about being featured in a recent Hartford Courant article as a member of law enforcement, trying to make many of the laws that he's charged with enforcing (15:43). Sacred Heart University Associate Professor of Catholic Studies Dr. Daniel Rober discussed the current war of words between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV (22:52), while Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio explained the details behind a new bill at the Capitol concerning so-called Internet "deep fakes" (34:14)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" wondering if state Democrats will make Trump White House policies their central message in November's statewide election (00:20)

On Friday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli broke down the latest numbers from Walletub.com regarding the state's tax burden and discussed possible ways to lower it (00:39). Former Time Magazine Senior Reporter Alain Sanders gave us his thoughts on President Trump's address earlier this week and the firing of former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi (15:20). Finally, former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly update (24:49)

On Thursday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli talked about a nasty accident that involved a Connecticut State Police cruiser and a teen driver on the Merritt Park Way to ask if allowing some teens to drive is just too risky (00:28). Former State Senate Republican leader John McKinney drooped by with his weekly Capitol update (15:55)

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" asking listeners about any effects - good or bad - from the third round of "No Kings" rallies held around the state the previous weekend (00:16)

Should the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing so-called "birthright citizenship" to anyone born on U.S. soil, be changed or eliminated? Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" wondering what would happen to thousands of Connecticut kids born to illegal immigrants if such changes were made (00:44). We got analysis on U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments in that case from CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum (15:10) and Mike O'Neill from the Landmark Legal Foundation (21:41). Finally, Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar joined us with his weekly update (27:13)

Should the state of Connecticut get into the student loan business? That's what host Paul Pacelli asked on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with Gov. Ned Lamont offering up to $10 million to replace Trump White House federal loan cuts (00:46). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Management Dr. Don McAulay discussed the announced sale and move of the WNBA's Connecticut Sun to Houston (16:16). Hartford Courant columnist Kevin Rennie talked about his story on a growing controversy at the State Office Building (21:37), while Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio discussed what bills have a chance to become law at the Capitol (29:30)

Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week on Friday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if the General Assembly will tax corporate profits in the state connected to Artificial Intelligence - and in the process - scare away certain businesses (00:30)? We also got the latest political perspectives from Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang (16:11) and former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso (21:58)

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed GOP State Sen. Rob Sampson (00:26) and Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio (10:49) to Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with the latest from the State Capitol. Paul also had a few thoughts on the honesty of many Connecticut state lawmakers (19:36)

Host Paul Pacelli started a fresh week on "Connecticut Today" by welcoming University of New Haven Department of Sports, Tourism, and Hospitality Prof. Rob Holub to chat about the future of the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport (00:45). Paul opened the show wondering if course material from taxpayer-supported state colleges should be exempt from Freedom of Information Commission action (11:20). CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum explained a key Mississippi absentee ballot case at the Supreme Court that could affect Connecticut (26:17)

With the announced departure of the American Hockey League's Bridgeport Islanders, host Paul Pacelli discussed what re-purposing could be in the future for the Total Mortgage Arena (00:46). Former Bridgeport Islanders play-by-play announcer Phil Giubileo talked about the team's announced move to Ontario, Canada (15:55). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso joined us for his weekly update (26:58), while we wrapped up the show talking to Cindy Cohn, author of, "Privacy's Defender: My Thirty-Year Fight Against Digital Surveillance" (36:17)

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