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1. We continue to follow the war on drugs and focusing on keeping drugs out of our kids' hands. Lt. Perez talked about why parents and pediatricians are key to curbing the problem. 

2. Sen. Bob Duff talked about the importance of passing the medical aid in dying bill.

3. Sen Tony Hwang shared his biggest concerns with the zoning bills being debated in Hartford.

On Monday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli talked about the growing influence of transgender issues on the U.S. political landscape (0:32). Landmark Legal Foundation Attorney Mike O'Neill on gave us his thoughts on President Biden's new gun control proposals (16:38). University of New Haven Professor Dr. Olena Lennon - a native of Eastern Ukraine - talked about the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and what might be next (27:12).

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Lisa talks with Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano about her book and upcoming performance at the Ridgefield Playhouse.

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Lisa chats with TheReviewGeek.com founder Greg Wheeler about Korean drama television.

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Lisa is joined by Dr. Ying-Hui Fu to discuss a sleep study that aims to ultimately stave off diseases like Parkinson's with better sleep!

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On Friday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli spoke with GOP State Sen. Paul Formica on proposed changes to Connecticut's property tax laws on motor vehicles. (0:30). American Commitment President Phil Kerpen discussed possible future Covid-19 mask mandates for the 2022-2023 school year, as well as a recent school mask research project by his group (10:51).

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State Senator Ryan Fazio calls in to discuss the DOT's plan for Interstate 95 in Greenwich.

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1. Governor Lamont took our latest state questions including if a school-based program, like DARE, should return after edibles and fentanyl started plaguing our schools. ((00:10))

2. Congressman Himes also weighed in on the war on drugs and how the open borders does play a role. But what else can we do to combat the problem? ((16:39))

3. It’s paraprofessional appreciation week! We speak with Fran Rabinowitz about these roles in schools and why they matter to students and teachers. ((29:48))

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On Thursday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli talked about UConn participating in a plan to pay its student-athletes for achievement in the classroom. Is that fair to other students? (0:44). Connecticut Director of Government Relations for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Bryte Johnson talked about a proposal to finally use some national tobacco settlement money on youth anti-smoking efforts (12:12). Yankee Institute of Connecticut President Carol Platt Liebau responded to criticism pointed at her organization from some members of the General Assembly (21:39).

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