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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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7:34

Meredith College Political Science Professor David...

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2026/03/04

As expected, Roy Cooper won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate. The former two-term Governor triumphed again on Tuesday night, continuing a political career in North Carolina where he has never lost in nearly 50 years as a candidate. Now, he faces National Republican Party Committee Chairman Michael Whatley in November’s general election. David McLennan, a Meredith College Political Science Professor, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss primary day.

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6:45

Former Governor McCrory discusses the primary...

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2026/03/04

If the unofficial results stand, the most powerful man in North Carolina politics has lost his seat by two votes. Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page leads Senate President Phil Berger in the Republican primary for the 26th district State Senate seat. Berger has represented the district for 25 years. Former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the primary results.

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6:15

Tiffany Wright from AAA Carolinas discusses how air...

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2026/03/03

The price of oil is seeing an uptick in the wake of the Iranian conflict. Experts warn that consumers might soon pay more for gas. According to Triple-A Carolinas, rising gas prices could be seen this week as the conflict grows in the Middle East. Tiffany Wright of AAA Carolinas joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how high gas prices could reach.

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5:20

Cherene Allen-Caraco Founder of the Promise Resource...

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2026/03/03

Cherene Allen-Caraco Founder of the Promise Resource Network) Peer-run organization opens recovery hub and cafe in downtown Raleigh to help community recover from traumaPromise Resource Network is a peer-run organization that aims to help communities recover from trauma like substance use, homelessness, life after incarceration and mental health challenges. Cherene Allen-Caraco is the founder of the Promise Resource Network. She joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss its origins.

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6:14

Keep Our Republic Spokesperson Judge Allyson Duncan...

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2026/03/03

Keep Our Republic, a bipartisan group of former federal judges committed to defending judicial independence and the rule of law, will host a public forum titled “The Judiciary: Constitutional Checks and Balances.” It will be held next week in Raleigh. Judge Allyson Duncan joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Keep Our Republic and their mission.

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7:08

Reporter for N.C. Newsline Laura Leslie discusses...

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2026/03/03

A Triangle-area congressional race has broken primary spending records in North Carolina. The race between Valerie Foushee and Durham County commissioner Nida Allam for the 4th Congressional district has led to over $4.2 million being spent. Laura Leslie, a longtime local political reporter, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the races on primary day

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6:36

Riverside High School Athletic Director Robert Duncan...

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2026/03/03

A North Carolina state trooper and another driver are dead after a wrong-way crash on the Durham Freeway. On Sunday morning, Trooper Steven Perry was killed in a crash by 39-year-old Melshawn Moore of Kinston. Perry was a football player at Riverside High in Durham before moving on to play at N.C. Central. Riverside Athletic Director Robert Duncan joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss his memories of Perry

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7:49

Beth Dehghan Member of Iranian American Community of...

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2026/03/03

Iranians in the Triangle are speaking out after the future of Iran as the U.S. and Israel carry out air strikes on the country. On Saturday, Iranian TV confirmed that air strikes killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Beth Dehghan, a member of the Iranian American Community of NC, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the air strikes

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6:59

Executive Director of Chabad of Raleigh Rabbi Mendy...

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2026/03/03

Purim is celebrated on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar — beginning this year on March 2nd at nightfall and ending at nightfall on March 3rd. It comes amid another turbulent time in America as the U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Now, the Trump administration isn’t ruling out putting boots on the ground in the Middle East. Rabbi Mendy Wilshansky of the Chabad of Raleigh joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the air strikes and Purim.

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6:28

Director of Duke’s Hartman Center for Sales,...

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2026/02/26

Consumer Reports is celebrating its 90th birthday. A new exhibit at Duke University’s library shines some light on the many ways the publication influences consumer behavior and helps shoppers make better, smarter and safer decisions. Jacqueline Wachholz, Director of Duke’s Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising and Marketing History, joined Bruce Ferrell to discuss the exhibit.

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5:46

UNC-Chapel Hill Student Body President Adolfo Alvarez...

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2026/02/26

The UNC Board of Governors have given approval to a tuition hike for most schools - for the first time in almost a decade. Most schools will see an in-state increase of three percent. Current students will not be impacted by the increases -- if they graduate within four years …Four schools still offer lower tuition through the North Carolina Promise Program. Adolfo Alvarez, the student body president at UNC-Chapel Hill, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the increase.

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6:09

Natalie Wu of the Carolina Asian Alliance discusses...

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2026/02/26

Through fundraisers and donation drives, the Morrisville community is lending a helping hand to those affected by Monday night's fire at the Camden Westwood Apartments. Natalie Wu, with the Carolina Asian Alliance, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how her organization is helping and why this is personal for her.

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5:43

Professor at Duke University School of Medicine...

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2026/02/26

A new study from Duke Health suggests a simple blood test may help predict who is more likely to live longer. Researchers found that small RNA molecules known as piRNAs can accurately indicate whether older adults are likely to survive at least two more years. Virginia Byers Kraus, a professor in the Duke University School of Medicine, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the study.

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6:47

Mike Causey State Insurance Commissioner discusses...

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2026/02/26

Morrisville town officials say the cause of Monday night's fire at the Camden Westwood apartments is still under investigation, but say they know where it started. Roughly 70 people are without a home as a result of the fire. State Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey’s office is trying to help people recover from the blaze. Causey joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss their efforts.

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7:35

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political...

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2026/02/26

President Trump has used his State of the Union address to sell a booming America, even as voters worry about the economy. He says the country is “bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever.” He also celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence and promises more progress. Chris Cooper, Western Carolina University Political Science professor, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the address.

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6:36

General Manager of the Zebulon Devil Dogz Caleb...

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2026/02/25

The new Coastal Plain League team in Zebulon officially has a nickname. The Zebulon Devil Dogz will start play at Five County Stadium this summer. The name of the Devil Dogz traces back to Zebulon’s history. Caleb Whittemore joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how they chose the new nickname

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6:39

Mitch Kokai from the John Locke Foundation discusses...

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2026/02/25

President Donald Trump used a record-length State of the Union on Tuesday to argue that the country is “winning” under his leadership, even as his approval ratings slide. He focused on jobs, manufacturing and an economy he says is stronger than many Americans believe. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss his feelings about the marathon address

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7:35

Phillip Jackson Spokesman for the North Carolina...

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2026/02/24

With North Carolina’s spring wildfire season arriving at a time when most of the state is experiencing moderate to severe drought, the N.C. Forest Service is urging the public to apply best practices and common sense with all outdoor fire, especially yard debris burns. Phillip Jackson, spokesman for the north Carolina Forest Service, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the best tips to stay safe.

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6:57

Andrew Greenland N.C. State Assistant Professor of...

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2026/02/24

President Donald Trump suffered a rare rebuke when the Supreme Court ruled against his tariff agenda. The decision Friday throws U.S. trade policy back into uncertainty. Andrew Greenland, N.C. State Assistant Professor of Economics, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what impact the Supreme Court’s decision will have on consumers.

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7:21

Science Education Specialist at Morehead Planetarium...

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2026/02/24

Six planets are linking up in the sky at the end of February, and most will be visible to the naked eye. It's what's known as a planetary parade, which happens when multiple planets appear to line up in the sky at once. Amy Sayle, Science Education Specialist with the Morehead Planetarium, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how people can see the display

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