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Mysterious drones have been spotted in the skies above New Jersey, and no one really knows where they came from and what they’re for. It has prompted alarm in Connecticut residents and now state senators are sounding the alarm about public safety protocols if these drones end up flying in our skies. Senator Paul Cicarella, ranking senator on the Public Safety Committee, weighs in on the conversation.

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It’s the medical story America is focused on: Jamie Foxx and his mysterious brain bleed. We spoke to our peace of mind in the medical field, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Hospital to better understand what could have happened.

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"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli started Wednesday's show looking at a Waterbury Republican-American story on what's now being referred to as "polysubstance abuse" involving alcohol, marijuana, and other drugs (00:43). CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum talked about the legal proceedings surrounding the accused killer of United HealthCare's CEO (15:55). Yankee Institute Director of External Affairs Bryce Chinault (25:16) and Hearst Connecticut Media columnist and senior editor Dan Haar (31:00) both talked about a coming showdown in Hartford over state spending levels

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Having access to the arts is essential especially for school-aged children. But more and more districts struggle to provide programs that involve music and art curriculum to students. One non-profit has been bringing those opportunities to Connecticut’s most vulnerable kids. We spoke with Frank Derico, the executive director of Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County.

For more information: https://www.nstudios.org/

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Dr. Royce Avery was hired as the Deputy Superintendent of schools in Bridgeport as part of Dr. Carmela Levy-David’s executive cabinet. But last month, Dr. Avery is the acting superintendent of schools in Bridgeport and is now facing many challenges including budget cuts. We got to know Dr. Avery and addressed the uphill battle he faces while holding this position.

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The governor was just at Bridgeport Hospital this week with an update on a state pilot program called Family Bridge. The program aims to ease the transition from hospital to home for the families and if needed, identify any parental issues or health concerns and provide any needed support. We spoke with Lauren Junge-Maughan, the director of the program.

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Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" started with host Paul Pacelli talking about the continued reaction to the murder of United HealthCare's CEO and the real question that needs to be asked about health insurance costs (00:37). CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle checked in from West Palm Beach, FL, with the latest on the Trump White House (14:30). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio also dropped by with the latest on future state spending (19:00)

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A new CDC report sounds the alarm about young girls being at a higher risk for anemia. Why is that and can you reverse the medical iron deficiency issue? We asked Dr. Ross Giacomini with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group in Westport.

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There’s a new chair for Bridgeport’s Board of Education. It’s being called a monumental change for the board. What else is happening amidst a budget cut and the uncertain future of the current superintendent? We asked board member, Rob Traber.

To watch last night’s meeting: https://www.bridgeportedu.net/

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We got a check on the latest with Success Village with hot water and heat for residents from receiver, Attorney Barry Knott. We also asked him about his bill request for the first two months of work. Is the whopping $125,000 amount justified?

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