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WPTF Afternoon News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680

The WPTF Afternoon News airs weekdays from 3-5 p.m. ET. Each afernoon, you will receive local and national news, sports, entertainment, and live traffic reports, along with interviews regarding local news that matters, with a focus on showcasing local businesses and people. Plus, the crew will assure you to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all afternoon long!

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5:28

Mike Birling Vice President of CBC Sports

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/19

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights synchronized to festive music, creating a magical holiday experience for all ages. The grand opening is on Thursday. Mike Birling, the Vice President of CBC Sports, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how DBAP is now lit up.

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6:44

Dr. Monique Starks Cardiologist at Duke Health

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/19

Every minute counts when someone’s heart stops. In the U.S., more than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest each year, and fewer than 10% survive. Most of these emergencies happen at home, far from lifesaving equipment. Now, for the first time in the United States, a coalition of researchers, public safety agencies, and community partners – led by Duke Health is testing a new way to save lives. Dr. Monique Starks, a cardiologist with Duke Health, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the trial program.

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6:16

Leonardo Williams Durham Mayor

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/19

The immigration enforcement across Durham County from border patrol agents is intensifying. Federal agents in bulletproof vests walked around the North Hills apartment complex and detained at least one person. There's still anxiety around the community. Durham mayor Leonardo Williams joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what he’s heard from residents.

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6:30

Garry McFadden Mecklenburg County Sheriff

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/19

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents shifted their immigration enforcement focus away from Raleigh and may stay in Charlotte, according to a source familiar with operations. This comes after sparking fear and protests across the Triangle. Last weekend, the activity in Charlotte sparked protests in the Queen City and in Raleigh. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest developments.

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5:41

Megan Davies Spokesperson for the N.C. Department of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/18

This week is North Carolina Antibiotic Awareness Week. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is calling attention to the importance of correct use of antibiotics, and the threat antibiotic resistance poses to people, animals, plants and their shared environment. Megan Davies, a spokesperson for the State Department of Health and Human Services, joined the Jeff Hamlin to discuss the proper use of antibiotics.

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6:09

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton Volunteer with Siembra NC

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/18

Raleigh mayor Janet Cowell says Customs and Border Patrol are in Raleigh. It comes as agents already conducting operations in Charlotte have sparked controversy and fear. A statement from Charlotte-Mecklenburg School officials say 20,935 students were absent from school on Monday. Cowell has emphasized that Raleigh Police don't participate in immigration enforcement. Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, a volunteer with Siembra NC, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what her organization has witnessed this week.

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6:25

Graig Meyer North Carolina State Senator

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/18

Federal immigration agents were on the ground in Raleigh and conducted operations in the area Tuesday. The move comes as Border Patrol agents conducted operations in Charlotte over the weekend. Protests were held across Charlotte before and during the agents' presence. State Senator Graig Meyer joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the feedback he’s received about the agent’s activities.

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4:38

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Council member

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/18

Apex mayor Jacques Gilbert released a statement regarding saying the town is aware of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducting operations in the Triangle area. Gilbert said the federal activities are not coordinated in partnership with the town. He also said Apex police do not participate in federal immigration enforcement efforts. Steve Rao is a member of the Morrisville Town Council who has heard from some of his constituents about the presence of ICE agents. He joined Jeff Hamlin to

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6:29

Tamika Walker Kelly NCAE President

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/18

Student absences were expected to be up Tuesday in Wake County schools amid reports of Border Patrol agents beginning operations in the Raleigh area. Attendance has dropped in other school districts that saw increased operations by federal immigration agents. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is unofficially reporting that 30,399 students were absent on Monday — 21% of its enrollment. Tamika Walker Kelly, NCAE President, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the presence of Border Patrol agents in North

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6:50

Tiffany Wright AAA Carolinas spokesperson

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/17

A recent survey from AAA shows that North Carolinians are getting an early start on their holiday travel plans. According to AAA, 58% of residents plan to book overnight trips this holiday season. Tiffany Wright, a spokesperson for AAA Carolinas, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Thanksgiving travel plans.

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8:34

Bruce Mitchell Longtime pro wrestling writer

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/17

His voice was synonymous with Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling across North Carolina and the entire country. Bob Caudle has passed away. Caudle started working with Jim Crockett Promotions in the 1950s. He began his broadcasting career in Wilmington on television. After a stint in Savannah, Georgia, Caudle became the weatherman on WRAL-TV, where the National Wrestling Alliance Atlantic Coast Wrestling taped every week. Bruce Mitchell, longtime pro wrestling writer, grew up watching Bob Caudle in

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6:47

Mitch Kokai Spokesman for the John Locke Foundation

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/17

With one year until the midterm election, Democratic former Governor Roy Cooper continues to lead in North Carolina’s US Senate race. According to the latest Carolina Journal Poll, a survey of 600 likely voters in North Carolina that was conducted November 9–10 by Harper Polling, Cooper has 47%. Former Republican Party Chairman Michael Whatley has 38%. Mitch Kokai, a spokesman for the John Locke Foundation, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest survey.

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6:31

Christine Rogers Salvation Army of Wake County

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/13

The Salvation Army of Wake County is experiencing a growing demand for services as more local families face hardship due to job loss, illness, and rising costs. Our nightly Community Kitchen now serves an average of 160 meals each evening, up from 120 just months ago. That’s why the Salvation Army of Wake County is calling on the community to help meet this growing need. Christine Rogers, from the Salvation Army of Wake County, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the Care & Share Thanksgiving Food

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8:03

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/13

The House is moving toward a vote on releasing files from the sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Republican leaders have no choice but to allow a vote after a petition on the Epstein bill reached the needed 218 signatures. The move comes at a time when new documents have raised questions about Epstein and his associates, including a 2019 email mentioning President Donald Trump. Meredith College Political Science professor David McLennan joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the

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6:09

William Lewis Cary Cultural Arts Manager

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/13

The doors open Saturday for the 2025 Chinese Lantern Festival at Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre. This is the festival's 10th year and the popular walk-through event has become one of North Carolina's favorite holiday traditions. Chinese artisans have crafted all-new displays for the 2025 festival. William Lewis, Cary Cultural Arts Manager, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss this year’s event.

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4:41

Adolfo Alvarez UNC Chapel Hill Student Body President

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/13

The UNC Board of Trustees has voted to increase tuition across the board for both in-state and out-of-state students. It will be the first hike since 2017. It comes 24 hours after a board committee shot down the idea of raising tuition for in-state undergraduates. Some of the trustees insisted that tuition remain flat for in-state undergraduates, but the vote was 6-5 for raising tuition by 3%. Adolfo Alvarez, the UNC-Chapel Hill Student Body President, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the increase.

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6:20

Kiersten Ray Hackman UNC Contract For Excellence...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/12

A few dozen people gathered at UNC-Chapel Hill campus to protest the Trump administration's proposed "Compact for Academic Excellence." Chancellor Lee Roberts said the university would not sign the compact "as written." Kiersten Ray Hackman was one of the UNC students to participate in the protest.

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5:48

Jeremy Maddox Law Offices of James Scott Farrin

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/12

What are your rights when flights are cancelled or changed ? Bruce Ferrell delves into the topic with Jeremy Maddox, Partner at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin

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6:14

Phil Beaumont Horticulturist at Swift Creek Nursery

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/11

It was January weather in mid-November. There were snow flurries across North Carolina on Monday night. Over at the Swift Creek Nursery in Clayton, horticulturist Phil Beaumont had to put blankets over more tender plants on Monday night. Beaumont says he’s also using the cold weather to his benefit as they prepare to wrap up for the fall season. He talked with Jeff Hamlin to discuss his plans to protect his crops this winter.

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6:29

Fred Black Military Veteran

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/11/11

Fred Black is a military veteran who spent three decades in the US armed forces who now dedicates his time to advancing veterans’ interests and supporting their needs. He has worked to promote nonprofits, including years of service on the Strowd Roses Foundation Board and since 2005, he has been part of the effort to build a veterans memorial in Orange County. Fred Black joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Veteran’s Day.

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