News You Can Use

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites Mike Craycraft, testicular cancer survivor and founder of the Testicular Cancer Society to join the program to raise awareness and emphasize the importance of early detection. Ann also shares her personal story of losing her 29-year old nephew to testicular cancer recently and why too ma...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by President and CEO of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery, Steven Zuckerman, as well as the Chief of Staff, Margaux Farrell. The Root Center for Advanced Recovery is a non-profit, behavioral healthcare organization that provides mental health and substance use treatment, prevention...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Connecticut Ophthalmologist Dr. Jeff Dello Russo give you the necessary information to keep your eyes safe during the Total Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. Ann and Dr. Dello Russo discuss topics from when it is safe to look at the total eclipse to what eye injuries can occur from not takin...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and guest Mitch Motivates, leader and expert in addiction, recovery, sobriety, and mental health discuss the journey that is recovery and what comes with it. In Mitch’s book, My Addiction, My Superpower, he not only opens up about his battle with addiction but he also reveals lessons he has lear...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Marci Moreau, Wellness Specialist and Integrative Medicine Provider, discuss the impact nutrition can have on your physical as well as mental health. Marci specializes in nutrition for depression, anxiety, PTSD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Diabetes and also nutrition during cancer treatment and rec...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by long time friend and legendary NBC 30 reporter, “Downtown Lew Brown” as they reminisce about old times working together in the news industry. In addition to the many stories and experiences shared in the newsroom, Ann and Lew also discuss the difference in the industry from then to...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites Mike Craycraft, testicular cancer survivor and founder of the Testicular Cancer Society to join the program to raise awareness and emphasize the importance of early detection. Ann also shares her personal story of losing her 29-year old nephew to testicular cancer recently and why too ma...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin speaks with Andy Bramante, Advisory Council for the Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair and Director of the Independent Science Research Program at Greenwich High School. The 76th Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair will begin this week and is an opportunity for over 400 students, grad...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites old friend and Blues Hall of Fame award winning guitarist, Jeff Pitchell, to discuss life as a musician and the industry. From how he got involved in music to his most recent record deal, we take a deep dive into the career of Jeff Pitchell and how he has been so successful over the year...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Yolanda Ortiz, VOCA Regional Coordinator for the statewide Victims of Crimes case management program at the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies (CCFSA). CCFSA connects those in need with member agencies that provide professional mental health, family support, health, educ...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites Dr. Anthony Gasper, Superintendent of New Britain Schools to discuss the state of Connecticut public education, more specifically in New Britain. As Dr. Gasper approaches the end of his second year as Superintendent, he has reflected on the past two years and is now thinking about how to...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is back in studio after a long day of travel from Iowa to Connecticut and speaking with Dan Velez, New England Spokesperson for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). In addition to discussing some TSA travel tips, Ann and Dan also go into detail on the TSA Technology, benefits of TSA...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Marci Moreau, Wellness Specialist and Integrative Medicine Provider, discuss the impact nutrition can have on your physical as well as mental health. Marci specializes in nutrition for depression, anxiety, PTSD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Diabetes and also nutrition during cancer treatment and rec...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Lt. Art Weisgerber of the Norwalk Police Department and Instructor at Spector Criminal Justice Training Network discuss Connecticut Cold Cases and the complexity that comes with them. Spector Training Network aims to improve the quality of law enforcement and security training which directly...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and guest Mary-Jane Foster, President and CEO of Interval House and advocate for victims of domestic violence, discuss the Michelle Troconis Trial including some of the warning signs of abuse. They also discuss the rising rate of teen violence, as well as how to help those that might be in an ab...

Have you ever wondered about where your bottled water comes from? On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Chief Sustainability Officer of BlueTriton Brands, Ed Ferguson, speak about the holistic solution to hydration that is bottled water. With a number of brands across the country including Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, BlueTrit...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and longtime friend, Dr. William Petit, reflect on their time working together in the past and discuss the mission and current initiatives of The Petit Family Foundation. The Petit Family Foundation, honoring the memories of Jennifer-Hawke Petit, Hayley Elizabeth Petit and Michaela Rose Petit, a...

On this Sunday’s Christmas edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and guest, Major Michael Laro, Divisional Secretary for Business Adminstration of The Salvation Army Southern New England Division discuss the importance of serving and caring for the poor, hungry, sick, or displaced not only during the holiday season, but year round. Embracing our nei...

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is in the studio with children’s book author and longtime friend, Teresa Pelham. In this episode, Teresa goes on to share her story of how Roxy, a sweet pup from the streets of Tennessee turned therapy dog, came into her life and changed it for the better. Teresa and Roxy haven’t just been limit...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Ryan McGuigan, former state prosecutor turned Addiction Expert and Lead Interventionist of Second Chance Interventions, have a serious and positive conversation on the struggles of addiction. Ryan’s extensive experience with the 12-step approach as well as his own firsthand experiences with...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and guest Ron Bosco of the Berlin Lions, help get you into the holiday spirit as they discuss the 1st Annual Berlin Lions Christmas Tree Walk. This event is a great opportunity to stroll the walkways of the brilliantly lit Berlin Fairgrounds with family and friends, as the Lions Club transforms...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and longtime friend, Dr. William Petit, reflect on their time working together in the past and discuss the mission and current initiatives of The Petit Family Foundation. The Petit Family Foundation, honoring the memories of Jennifer-Hawke Petit, Hayley Elizabeth Petit and Michaela Rose Petit, a...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin dives into what’s new with the Connecticut Humane Society as we approach the holiday season by speaking with Marketing and Communications Manager, Kathryn Schubert. It is because of donors and supporters throughout the state that the Connecticut Humane Society can run successful community initia...

On this Sunday’s Veterans Day Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Dennis Buden, Senior Consultant and former Executive Director of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT). In addition to sharing the rich history of HOHCT, founded in 2012 by Bill May and Steve Cavanaugh, Dennis also explains the importance of their mission and why we need...

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Chris Healy, Executive Director of the Connecticut Catholic Conference and member of the Wethersfield Board of Education. From topics of war to gender dysphoria, Ann and Chris have a serious discussion about the trying and troubling times that are currently taking place across the g...