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Lisa chats with the President of Save the Sound Curt Johnson about what is being done to save the Long Island Sound.

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1. The Bridgeport Airport Commission agreed to have the CAA buy Sikorsky Airport, despite a higher offer and years of inquiries from the town of Stratford. Mayor Laura Hoydick shared the town’s proposal and her thoughts on the commission’s decision. ((00:10))

2. A new program connect minority-owned business to Hartford Healthcare. We learned about the Diversity Supply Summit and how it greatly impacts local businesses. ((14:19))

3. On average, married couples in the US last just over eight years. In an effort to improve that rate, marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, shared his experience and tips to better a union. ((26:30))

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On Friday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli talked about the political chickens coming home to roost on the issue of "defunding the police" (0:23). Landmark Legal Foundation attorney Mike O'Neill on also chimed in one the current Supreme Court abortion controversy (11:11).

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Lisa celebrates Mother's Day with her Mom Gloria.

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Lisa chats with Darcy Hicks about her upcoming abortion rights rally.

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1. We asked Governor Lamont your latest state questions and did a wrap up from the legislative session since it ended earlier this week. ((00:10))

2. Lawmakers say $1.2 billion dollars could have gone back to the taxpayers if not for federal regulations. Senator Kelly says that’s not true and shared why he is disappointed with the new state budget. ((16:20))

3. Colon cancer is preventable and curable, but it also can be deadly and impact your liver. We talked to Dr. Charles Cha about it and why colonoscopies are essential. ((25:33))

4. A life-saving application is launching next weekend for Hartford Healthcare EMS workers. We learned about ‘Twiage’ and how it works. ((33:48))

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On Thursday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli wondered how much of an effect the new abortion controversy will have on the November elections (0:28). Author Cheryl Chumley joined us to talk about her new book, "LOCKDOWN: The Socialist Plan to Take Away Your Freedom" (9:30). We also featured Governor Ned Lamont's comments from earlier in the day on the legislative session (23:34).

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1. Senator Blumenthal is pressing the Supreme Court to stop from reversing Roe v. Wade. We learned what the direct change would mean for Connecticut and the country if it disappears. ((00:10))

2. After the inspector general report trashed portions of Medicare Advantage plans, we spoke with a local broker to hear the other side of the story. ((10:27))

3. Zoo Minute: Celebrating Mom (animals) at the Beardsley Zoo ((22:42))

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It's tick season and Connecticut officials say a man in Windham County was confirmed to have contracted Powassan virus.  The disease is rare, but can attack the nervous system, causing loss of coordination, difficulty speaking and seizures. Dr. Browne told us what we need to be aware of and how to avoid a tick bite. 

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While Paul Pacelli was away, Joe Aguier came to play on Connecticut Today. Focusing on some local races coming up in November, Joe invited Matt Corey on to talk about what's going on in the Republican Party ahead of some of the primaries (0:00). Peter Lumaj, US Senate Republican candidate, also joined Joe talk about his campaign and just some of his thoughts (17:31).

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