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09/24/2025

From the newsroom:

Alleged Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann will face a single trial for seven murders. A Suffolk County judge announced the decision Tuesday.

Heuermann’s lawyers had argued that first and second degree murder charges against him should be tried separately, which would have created as many as five trials.

The 62-year-old from Massapequa Park is accused of murdering seven women and dumping their remains along Ocean Parkway. He has pleaded not guilty.

Heuermann was arrested in July 2023, about 13 years after the remains of a missing woman were found near Gilgo Beach.

A judge still hasn't set a trial date.

Te: / Heuermann pool photo

08/29/2025

📚✏️ Back-to-School with ! ✏️📚

We may not have fresh notebooks or cafeteria pizza, but our team is ready for a new “semester” of serving you the news, music, and stories you love.

Here’s a peek at our WSHU Class of 2025 roll call:
➡️ Years at WSHU (our version of grades!)
➡️ Favorite WSHU program
➡️ Favorite things
➡️ Ages measured in funny ways
➡️ What we want to be when we grow up (spoiler: no one said “a host of Car Talk 2.0” looking at you Cameron in Membership)

👀 Swipe through to meet the faces (and fun facts) behind your local public radio.

Drop a comment and tell us: What did you want to be when you grew up?

08/25/2025

Step into an evening of wit, warmth, and storytelling with legendary humorist Garrison Keillor, live at Sacred Heart University Community Theatre on Friday, September 19 at 8PM.

From the creator of A Prairie Home Companion, Keillor brings his signature blend of poetry, limericks, sing-alongs, and tales from Lake Wobegon to Fairfield for one unforgettable night. Whether you grew up listening to his voice on public radio or simply crave a dose of thoughtful humor, this is your chance to experience a master of the craft in person.

Presented by WSHU Public Radio and part of our Thought Leader Series, this event celebrates the power of storytelling. Tickets are moving fast—secure yours now at www.shuct.org or click the link in our bio!

07/31/2025

From the newsroom:

Energy bills are a top issue for Connecticut residents. State lawmakers say a vote this Friday could bring bills down an average of $10 — but that more needs to be done.

07/31/2025

The Fairfield Safe Streets Alliance is grateful to our Media Sponsor, WSHU Public Radio, for helping us share our message of roadway safety!

Be ready for weather changes:

Drivers--Slow down by 5 -10 mph, or even more if visibility is poor.

Turn on your headlights any time your windshield wipers are on.

Leave extra space between you and the car in front of you. Wet roads require longer stopping distances.

If you're a pedestrian caught in the rain or out after dark:

Be Visible: Wear bright, reflective clothing, especially at night or in the rain.

Use Sidewalks: If you can't, walk facing traffic and as far off the road as possible.

Pay attention: Put your phone away and remove your earbuds.

Make Eye Contact: Look drivers in the eye when crossing a street--don't assume they see you.

If you're a biker on dark or wet roads:

Use lights: A white front light and a red rear light help you to be visible.

Ride predictably: Signal your turns, obey traffic signs and ride in a straight line on the side of the road. This isn't the time to skip a stop sign and surprise a driver.

Wear reflective gear: Keep a poncho in a bright color in your saddle bag in case of rain, add spoke reflectors to your wheels, consider reflective snap bands for wrists and ankles.

Watch road surfaces: Wet leaves can be slippery, and you may not see hazards like metal grates.

When the sun is in your eyes:

Invest in a good pair of polarized sunglasses.

Keep your windshield clean. Smudges and smears can catch sunlight and make it harder to see.

Your vision changes: You need to give your eyes time to adjust, so slow down.

Accident rates rise at dusk: The sun may be in your eyes as you drive home after work, but you are also tired and less alert. Another reason to slow down.

07/29/2025

From the newsroom:

Connecticut Attorney General is suing the Trump administration (again).

This time, it’s over Medicaid reimbursement funding for Planned Parenthood.

07/25/2025

From the newsroom:

Former First Selectman Bill Ge**er was remembered at his celebration of life today as a kind and effective leader. He died last week, following complications from a brain tumor.

Ge**er is survived by his wife, Jessica, and two of their children, John and Gillian. Their third child, Teddy, died from a rare brain cancer as a child.

07/25/2025

🩺 New Medicaid Rules Could Put CT Seniors at Risk

spoke with U.S. Rep. and health leaders at about changes to that will disproportionately impact —especially those with dementia or without legal guardians.

🗓️ Changes begin in 2026 under H.B. 1 — dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill.”

🎧 Hear more: wshu.org

07/24/2025

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From porcupine to the great horned owl, Connecticut’s woodlands come alive after sunset with a wide range of nocturnal animals. WSHU’s Sabrina Garone spoke with master wildlife conservationist Ginny Apple about the creatures that thrive in the dark and why they matter.

07/22/2025

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07/18/2025

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