News You Can Use

On this weekend’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 and 9:00 AM with host Ann Baldwin, we're putting the pedal to the metal on a hot topic impacting drivers and dealerships alike. Special guest Jeff Aiosa, owner of Mercedes-Benz of New London and Legislative Chair & Executive Board Member of the CT Automotive Retailers Association, joins the conversation to talk about: the...

What do global tariffs mean for the average consumer, corporation, and our stock market? Catch this insightful and timely discussion on News You Can Use, airing Sunday at 5:30 and 9:00 AM on WTIC NewsTalk 1080. Tune in this Sunday to News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080, where host Ann Baldwin welcomes international businessman and Georgetown University guest lecturer, John Wilson. Together, the...

Join Ann Baldwin this Sunday on News You Can Use for an insightful conversation with veteran NBC CT meteorologist, Bob Maxon. With decades of experience in the broadcast news industry, Bob will share stories from his early days in meteorology and the evolution of weather forecasting. Be sure to catch this edition of News You Can Use as Ann and Bob dive into topics including: Life as a Meteorologis...

Tune in this Sunday to News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 and 9:00 AM hosted by Ann Baldwin for a must-hear conversation with Old Saybrook businessman Jack Pragosa. Jack has poured time and money into his business on Boston Post Road, yet town officials are refusing to issue his Certificate of Occupancy—all because of a thermal window film. Meanwhile a huge 12-foot lobster will be goin...

Tune in this Sunday to News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 and 9:00 AM as host Ann Baldwin sits down with Emmy-nominated investigative reporter Jeff Derderian of WTNH. Jeff takes us through his incredible journey in broadcasting, from his early days in radio in Providence to covering some of the biggest news stories of our time, including 9/11 and Columbine, during his years in Boston....

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by special guest, Father Charles Jacobs, who was recently put on leave by the Archdiocese of Hartford putting a halt to his over 20-years of serving the parishioners and the community of Holy Trinity Mission Church in Hartford. Find out why so many of his parishioners are outraged ove...

Tune in this Sunday to News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 and 9:00 AM for an insightful conversation with host Ann Baldwin and special guest Attorney Lina Lee, the new Executive Director of the Connecticut Bar Association. In this episode, Lina shares her journey in the legal profession, what led her to this leadership role, and how she plans to guide the CBA into the future. Listeners...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by longtime friend and veteran broadcaster, Gerry Brooks for an engaging conversation that offers insights and nostalgia in equal measure. Together, Ann and Gerry dive into the current state of television broadcasting, reflecting on the changes and challenges the industry faces tod...

This Sunday on News You Can Use, host Ann Baldwin sits down with her longtime friend and the voice of Connecticut Public Radio’s All Things Considered, John Henry Smith. But this isn’t just a look back at John’s incredible journey in broadcasting—it’s a chance to uncover a surprising and personal side of him. Beyond the studio, John has discovered a new passion for baking. Don’t miss this special...

Join Ann Baldwin this Sunday on News You Can Use for an insightful conversation with veteran NBC CT meteorologist, Bob Maxon. With decades of experience in the broadcast news industry, Bob will share stories from his early days in meteorology and the evolution of weather forecasting. Be sure to catch this edition of News You Can Use as Ann and Bob dive into topics including: Life as a Meteorologis...

This Sunday morning on News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 with Ann Baldwin, get ready for a story that will move you. Join Ann as she welcomes Deb Lawless-Miller, author of One Little Pill. Deb shares her powerful journey from addiction and darkness to finding purpose and light. Hear first hand the story of the raw reality of addiction and the uphill battle towards recovery. From the depths of...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by former CT news broadcaster turned musician, John Roll. John’s love for music came at a young age and was rekindled after his retirement from the news industry in 2022 when he began writing new songs with his now late wife, Paula . In addition to the many songs written and compos...

Happy New Year! On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Jeffrey Marcus, Licensed Realtor and Registered Investment Advisor at Sotheby’s International Realty. In this episode, Ann and Jeff will discuss the importance of home ownership and all that it entails when it comes to buying and selling. Are you looking to move...

Happy New Year! On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Jeffrey Marcus, Licensed Realtor and Registered Investment Advisor at Sotheby’s International Realty. In this episode, Ann and Jeff will discuss the importance of home ownership and all that it entails when it comes to buying and selling. Are you looking to move...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by New Britain’s own, Robert Niebrzydowski, the Polish Pizza Pope. In this episode, Robert provides some background on how he got involved in the Pizza review game as well as some of his other ventures leading him to where he is today. From hosting his own local TV music show to ma...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Major Linda Lopez and Michael Baldelli, Public Relations and Marketing Manager for the Salvation Army in Connecticut. Together, they explore how the Salvation Army impacts lives through its charitable work and emphasize the importance of year-round contributions to sustain these...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined in the studio by longtime friend and Chairman of the Connecticut Republicans, Ben Proto. In this episode, Ann and Ben dive into the most recent presidential election as well as discuss government at the local and state levels here in Connecticut. What does it take to run for office...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by friend and colleague, Susan Raff, Chief Capital Reporter at WFSB Channel 3. In this episode, it’s all about the news industry: the current state of the news, the challenges faced in an ever-evolving media landscape, and how technology is changing the way we connect with the news...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by long-time friends Graham and Bonnie Nicholson, owners of Cadillac Ranch in Southington. Dating back to the 1980’s, Graham and Bonnie’s shared love for music and entertainment led to their plan in opening Starstruck Karaoke – America’s First Karaoke Club. After opening 3 addition...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by New Britain’s own, Robert Niebrzydowski, the Polish Pizza Pope. In this episode, Robert provides some background on how he got involved in the Pizza review game as well as some of his other ventures leading him to where he is today. From hosting his own local TV music show to ma...

On this weekend’s edition of News You Can Use, host Ann Baldwin welcomes Paul Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer for the state of Connecticut. Paul will provide key insights into the current state of manufacturing in Connecticut, including the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities facing businesses in the industry. During the show, Paul will also discuss Connecticut's manufacturing plan le...

Did the recent election stress you out? You’re not alone! On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Dr. Ralph Dodd, Licensed Clinical Psychologist at Hartford Healthcare. Dr. Dodd has 20+ years of experience helping individuals and families overcome their mental health struggles and recognizes that there are a variety o...

On this Halloween edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined in studio by two extremely impactful individuals in New Britain and surrounding areas, Ms. Paulette Fox and Marchelle Pendelton of OIC New Britain (Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain). Paulette, the Executive Director of OIC New Britain, is approaching 40 years...

Join us this Sunday on WTIC Newstalk 1080 for a powerful and inspiring edition of News You Can Use, hosted by Ann Baldwin, as we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a very special guest, Shellie Giroux. In this episode, Shellie will share her personal journey through breast cancer, from the moment of diagnosis to her remarkable recovery. She’ll talk about the challenges she faced, the role th...

Join host Ann Baldwin for a heartfelt conversation with her long-time friend and award-winning journalist, Dennis House from WTNH Channel 8. Together, they’ll pay tribute to the late Denise D’Ascenzo, one of Connecticut’s most cherished news anchors, who passed away suddenly in December, 2019. Dennis, along with his wife Kara Sundlun, Denise’s husband Wayne, and their daughter Kathryn founded the...