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Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" by urging both parties to just sit and watch - quietly - if former President Donald Trump is indicted in New York (0:21). Paul also a few more thoughts on who's winning some so-called "women's awards (11:10).

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Tick season never really stopped this winter. In fact, experts say we haven't had a real break from ticks in several years. And now that tick season is really a yearlong problem, there are more efforts to protect people and detect tick borne illnesses. Jessica Snajder of Partner in Lyme shared the reality of diagnoses in Connecticut. ((00:00))

We are down to 10 days before the MyCTSavings deadline. Comptroller Sean Scanlon shared why all small businesses need to contact the state before March 30th whether you need the program or not. Plus, he touched on healthcare legislation which includes a drug card for all. ((15:14))

Keep it in Connecticut: Natural Annie Essentials ((29:41))

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Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli talked about drunk driving and news of a state lawmaker involved in a DUI accident the night before (0:24). Connecticut Inside Investigator reporter Marc Fitch talked about another growing retirement and pension problem for some Connecticut cities and towns (12:10). 

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Just in time for St. Patrick's Day, Claud shares the best (and apparently healthiest) way to make and enjoy corned beef!

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Sandy Hook Promise created the 'Say Something' program aimed at teaching children the importance of speaking up when something seems out of the ordinary. Data shows in four out of five school shootings, the attacker told people of their plans ahead of time. We started this week's theme with the non-profit's CEO, Nicole Hockley, to discuss the success stories of this program here and across the country. But today, we focused on parents speaking up about a reality in Connecticut...human trafficking. The executive director of Partnerships to End Human Trafficking shared tips on how to handle this topic with teens. 

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Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli featured Paul's thoughts on a Yale student's suggestion for renaming a major New Haven street (0:30). Fairfield GOP State Senator Tony Hwang talked about an upcoming United Illuminating rate hike forum (13:47). Heritage Foundation analyst Jim Carofano discussed a possibly anti-Semitic "mapping" project in Massachusetts (24:52).

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According to the CDC, 15% of Connecticut residents who contracted covid ended up being long haulers. That's when symptoms from covid continue disrupting a person's life. Hearst Media recently highlighted how a good portion of long haulers are STILL experiencing these symptoms years later. We spoke with Dr. Browne about it. We also touched on the shingles vaccine and whether you can get tested for chicken pox. 

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A 3-year-old girl in Texas gained access to a firearm and "unintentionally" shot and killed her 4-year-old sister. We talked about Ethan's Law here in Connecticut with Senator Blumenthal and what can be done to make this a federal law. Why is there pushback and are suicide rates being considered? ((00:00))

'Say Something' Week continues with Gary MacNamara of Sacred Heart University. We talked about the concept of see something, say something and how it applies to college students on and off campus. ((11:09))

Doctors say there is a rise in colon cancer patients ages 55 and younger. Why? That's what's scary because it's not entirely clear. We talk about the findings in depth with colorectal surgeon, Dr. Daniel Lavy and discuss the importance of screenings. ((27:06))

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Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with a look at the latest poll numbers surrounding former President Donald Trump (0:19). Coalition for a Prosperous America analyst Ken Rapoza chatted with us about the growing threat to America from the Chinese government (12:31).

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As we continue 'Say Something' Week, we spoke with Fran Rabinowitz about teaching kids to speak up about things that are out of the ordinary. ((00:00))

March is National Nutrition Month and we continue to spot sneaky, unhealthy ingredients that can impact us poorly. Dr. Andrew Wong was back and this time tackling foods and drinks to limit because of those dangerous, sometimes hidden, ingredients. ((11:37))

BREAKING NEWS: Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim announced a Sound on Sound ticket deal for Bridgeport residents only! ((30:40))

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