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WPTF Morning News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680

The WPTF Morning News airs weekdays from 5-9 a.m. ET. Each morning, 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 to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all morning long!

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8:42

Juli Buker and John Morck on the North Carolina...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/31

Juli Buker, volunteer, and John Morck, president of the North Carolina Railway Museum, join Lisa Price to discuss the history of the New Hope Valley Railway in New Hill and a special Working on the Railroad Day celebration set for April 25. For more information or to volunteer, visit triangletrain.com.

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13:06

Dr. George Grossberg, professor and director of...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/31

Dr. George Grossberg, professor and director of geriatric psychiatry at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, joins Lisa Price to discuss hallucinations and irritability as symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and the growing need for clinical trials to develop better treatments for patients and their families.

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7:23

Dr. David McLennan, professor of political science at...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/31

Dr. David McLennan, professor of political science at Meredith College, joins Tony Rigsbee to discuss the latest in North Carolina politics following Senate Leader Phil Berger's concession and who may emerge as candidates for the Senate leadership position.

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5:46

Jay Ratliff, aviation analyst, on the RDU Terminal 1...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/30

Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff joins Lisa Price to discuss the early-morning evacuation of Terminal 1 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport following an undisclosed security threat, and what travelers can expect as TSA staffing shortages continue to cause delays at major hub airports across the country. Ratliff also addresses a potential executive order from President Trump that could result in TSA employees receiving back pay as soon as this week.

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6:36

Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst, on how...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/30

Jill Schlesinger of JillOnMoney.com joins Lisa Price to break down the real cost of college beyond the sticker price, how to tell the difference between grants and loans in financial aid offers, and why families should always ask schools for a better deal. Schlesinger also shares practical borrowing limits for both students and parents and explains why a 529 plan remains the best tool for saving for college.

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7:36

Scott S. Parker, author, on his new baseball book...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/27

Scott S. Parker, author of the "Baseball's Unlikely" series, joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss his newly released "Baseball's Unlikely: A Constant, Game 2" and a lifetime of collecting the sport's rarest, oddest and most significant moments from more than 35 years of following the game.

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6:06

Christopher Hayes, extension associate and structural...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/27

Christopher Hayes, extension associate and structural pest management specialist at North Carolina State University, joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss predictions for an earlier and more active bug season this year and a rise in bed bug cases in some Southern states, including what travelers should watch for during spring break.

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11:01

James Flanagan, vice president of community...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/27

James Flanagan, vice president of community experience at Tri Pointe Homes, joins Lisa Price to discuss a new housing trends report pointing to a more buyer-friendly spring home shopping season and the benefits of using a single realtor to both buy and sell your home.

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6:58

Jonathan Frederick, president and CEO of Marbles Kids...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/26

Jonathan Frederick, president and CEO of Marbles Kids Museum, joins Lisa Price to discuss a new partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina and Wake County Social Services providing free museum memberships to Wake County foster families, and a free America 250 birthday celebration at Marbles on Saturday, March 28.

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7:11

Jacqueline "Jack" Perez, founder of Kuel Life, on the...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/26

Jacqueline "Jack" Perez, founder of Kuel Life, joins Lisa Price to discuss the nationwide shortage of estrogen patches following the FDA's removal of black box warnings on the product, which has caused a surge in demand and left millions of women facing back orders and delays as they seek treatment for menopause and perimenopause symptoms.

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5:32

Dr. John Woods, provost and chief academic officer at...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/25

Dr. John Woods, provost and chief academic officer at the University of Phoenix and founding director of the University of Phoenix Career Institute, joins Lisa Price to discuss a new survey finding that 78% of hiring leaders say workers with online credentials stand out, and shares three practical steps workers can take to stay competitive as artificial intelligence and automation continue to change the job market.

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8:16

Bryan Anderson, politics reporter for The Assembly,...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/25

Bryan Anderson, politics reporter for The Assembly, joins Lisa Price to discuss Senate Leader Phil Berger's concession in the 26th Senate District primary and the early maneuvering already underway among candidates looking to fill the Senate leadership void in Raleigh.

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5:28

Chris Edwards, Duke women's basketball play-by-play...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/23

Chris Edwards, the voice of Duke women's basketball, joins Josh to break down the Blue Devils' third straight trip to the Sweet 16 and what to expect in a rematch with No. 2 seed LSU. Edwards explains how Duke has transformed since losing to the Tigers in December, why the team's defense will be the key to pulling off the upset, and what it would take for the Blue Devils to reach their first Final Four since 2006.

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8:26

Jay Ratliff, aviation analyst, on the deadly Air...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/23

Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff joins Lisa Price to break down the deadly collision between an Air Canada flight and a fuel truck on a runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport, which killed both pilots and sent dozens of passengers to the hospital. Ratliff explains how the truck came to be on the active runway, what investigators will be looking at, and why the National Transportation Safety Board's final findings could take eight to 12 months.

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5:30

Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst, on...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/23

Jill Schlesinger of JillOnMoney.com joins Lisa Price to explain why the Federal Reserve is avoiding the word stagflation and what it could mean for consumers if the economy slows while prices continue to rise. Schlesinger also offers practical steps listeners can take to protect their finances during uncertain times, including building an emergency fund, paying down debt and boosting retirement contributions, and reminds filers that the IRS communicates only through the U.S. Postal Service and never

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7:06

Brad Crone, political consultant, on the 26th Senate...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/20

Brad Crone, president of Campaign Connections, joins Don Curtis to discuss the Republican primary in the 26th Senate District between Senate Leader Phil Berger and Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page, where just 23 votes separate the two candidates. Crone explains why the ongoing recount and legal challenges could take weeks to resolve, what a Berger loss would mean for the balance of power in Raleigh, and why the uncertainty is putting a pause on major legislative action including the long-overdue

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4:23

Jordy Morgan, detention officer with the Wake County...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/19

Detention Officer Jordy Morgan of the Wake County Sheriff's Office joins Lisa Price to discuss an upcoming career fair on April 9 where the office is seeking to hire detention officers, deputies and registered nurses. More information is available at joinwakesheriff.org.

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6:10

Dan Decker, artistic director of Carolina...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/19

Dan Decker, artistic director of Carolina Shakespeare, joins Lisa Price to discuss the free Raleigh Shakespeare Festival on Saturday, March 21, at NC State's Stewart Theater, featuring 10 short productions running every 30 minutes from noon to 5 p.m.

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12:26

Debbie Veney, founder and CEO of Agency Inc., on how...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/19

Debbie Veney, founder and CEO of Agency Inc., joins Lisa Price to discuss a new national survey examining how Generation Z is navigating work, education and financial independence after high school, including findings that show charter school alumni report earning an average of $22,000 more per year than peers who attended district-run schools.

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6:44

Julie Henderson, president of the North Carolina Bail...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/19

Julie Henderson, president of the North Carolina Bail Agents Association, joins Lisa Price to discuss a growing scheme in which scammers use artificial intelligence and impersonation tactics to convince families that a loved one has been arrested and needs immediate bail money, and what North Carolinians can do to protect themselves.

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