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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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7:40

Rachel Miller on free business training for veteran...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/11

Rachel Miller of the PenFed Foundation joins Lisa Price to discuss a free three-day incubator program running March 18-20 at the First Flight Venture Center in Raleigh, designed to help veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs pressure-test their business ideas and take the first steps toward launch.

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9:22

Caitlin Hochul on North Carolina's mental health care...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/11

Caitlin Hochul, senior vice president of public policy at Inseparable, joins Lisa Price to discuss a new workforce report examining how North Carolina is addressing mental health care affordability, the growing shortage of mental health workers, and how to better serve residents in areas with limited access to mental health services.

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8:59

Sean Gallagher on rising electricity prices and solar...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/11

Sean Gallagher, senior vice president of policy at the Solar Energy Industries Association, joins Lisa Price to discuss new data on what is driving electricity costs higher, the local job growth and broader economic impact of solar power, and how solar energy could help lower bills and improve grid reliability in North Carolina.

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6:57

Karen Bailey-Chapman on federal legislation to keep...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/10

Karen Bailey-Chapman, senior vice president of public and government affairs for the Specialty Equipment Market Association, joins Lisa Price to discuss a federal bill that would require the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to create guidelines for calibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems after a vehicle has been modified or customized.

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8:31

Jay Ratliff on a Los Angeles runway near-collision,...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/09

Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff joins Lisa Price to break down a near-collision at Los Angeles International Airport between two United Airlines jets, explaining how a crew making a wrong turn onto an active runway forced a high-speed abort just before takeoff. Ratliff also gives an update on the latest search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, which again turned up nothing after months of scanning a previously unsearched stretch of the Indian Ocean. He also addresses growing TSA staffing concerns

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8:12

Lauren Wieczorek on Healing Transitions' new recovery...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/09

Lauren Wieczorek, co-chair of the Forward Together campaign for Healing Transitions, joins Lisa Price to discuss the Raleigh nonprofit's $14 million campaign to build a first-of-its-kind recovery-oriented housing facility on its women's campus. Wieczorek explains how the new apartment homes will allow women who complete the program to remain close to support services and reunite with their children, and how the project addresses the lack of affordable housing for women transitioning out of addiction

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8:21

Jill Schlesinger on rising gas prices, market...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/09

Jill Schlesinger of JillOnMoney.com joins Lisa Price to break down the economic ripple effects of the conflict in the Middle East, including oil prices topping $100 a barrel and gas prices jumping nearly 50 cents a gallon in a week. Schlesinger also explains why the fertilizer supply chain could push grocery prices higher, advises long-term investors to stay the course on their 401(k)s despite market turbulence, and weighs in on the February jobs report that showed the economy lost 92,000

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7:11

Mike Raley on Lou Holtz and his time at NC State

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/05

Hall of Famer Mike Raley joins Lisa Price to reflect on the life and legacy of college football coach Lou Holtz, who passed away recently. Raley, who was at NC State during Holtz's tenure from 1972 to 1975, shares personal memories of Holtz recording his coach's show at WPTF studios on South Salisbury Street and recalls the impact he made on players, students and the Raleigh community. The two also discuss how Holtz would fit into the modern era of college football.

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6:26

Assembly NC reporter Bryan Anderson provides the...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/05

Bryan Anderson joins WPTF Morning News for an update on the high-profile North Carolina Senate race between Senate President Phil Berger and Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page. He breaks down the latest developments in the Berger–Page contest and what the race could mean for the political landscape in North Carolina.

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5:34

WPTF anchor Tony Riggsbee reflects on career of coach...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/05

WPTF anchor Tony Riggsbee joins Josh Ellis to reflect on the life and legacy of legendary football coach Lou Holtz following news of his passing. They discuss Holtz’s impact on the game, his larger-than-life personality and why his voice resonated far beyond the football field.

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3:54

NC Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler reacts to...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/05

North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler reacts after President Donald Trump signed an executive order invoking the Defense Production Act to protect domestic supplies of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides. Troxler discusses what the move could mean for farmers, fertilizer production and the reliability of key agricultural inputs.

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8:33

Chase Pellegrini de Paur on 4th Congressional...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/04

Chase Pellegrini de Paur, staff writer for Indy Week and The Assembly, joins Lisa Price to break down the results of the primary election with a focus on the 4th Congressional District.

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7:07

Mark Steber on Tax Filing Mistakes and What Filers...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/04

Mark Steber, chief tax officer at Jackson Hewitt Tax Services, joins Lisa Price to discuss the multiple tax law changes now in effect and how they could impact everyday filers, particularly those with tips, overtime pay, multiple jobs or fluctuating income. Steber breaks down common filing errors to avoid, new deduction updates, and why getting ahead of the April deadline could save you money.

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5:08

Jay Ratliff Updates Middle East Flight Disruptions,...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/02

Aviation expert Jay Ratliff explains how the Iran situation is forcing airlines to suspend or reroute flights through key Middle East airports, leaving large numbers of travelers stranded and uncertain about when service will resume. He also breaks down what the government shutdown could mean for TSA staffing and security line wait times as agents miss paychecks, and shares what travelers should watch for with possible weather-related hub delays later today, especially in the Northeast.

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10:25

Donaji Alba on U.S.–Mexico Relations and Services...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/02

Donaji (Donnahee) Alba, Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, discusses recent violence in Mexico and signs it may be easing, addresses the evolving relationship between Mexico and the United States in light of recent political comments, and outlines the services offered by the Mexican Consulate for citizens in North Carolina.

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7:52

Jill Schlesinger Breaks Down Housing Affordability,...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/03/02

Jill Schlesinger of JillOnMoney.com discusses mortgage rates falling below 6% for the first time in more than three years and what that means for spring homebuyers and sellers. She explains how affordability is measured, why rising home prices and insurance costs still strain budgets, how much to put down in today’s market, and provides a simple formula to decide whether refinancing makes financial sense.

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7:37

Andres Lares on Using AI as a Tool in Everyday...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/02/27

Andres Lares, CEO of Shapiro Negotiations Institute, explains how consumers are using artificial intelligence to gain an advantage in everyday negotiations, from salary discussions to rent and major purchases, offering strategies for researching fair prices, drafting confident messages, practicing pushback, recognizing delay tactics and negotiating for added value beyond price reductions.

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17:55

Margie Bucheit on We Chose Resistance and the French...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/02/27

Margie Bucheit discusses her new historical novel We Chose Resistance marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, highlighting the courage and risks taken by members of the French Resistance, the role of spies and key battles that helped France align with Allied forces and defeat German occupation, and the pivotal contributions many women made in intelligence and resistance efforts.

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6:23

Dr. Marylise Boutros on Colorectal Cancer Awareness...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/02/26

Dr. Marylise Boutros, a colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Florida, explains why colorectal cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in adults under 50, which symptoms should never be ignored, how current screening guidelines apply to younger adults and how a new American College of Surgeons patient checklist can help people recognize warning signs and prepare for conversations with their doctors.

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11:40

Bill Conroy on Cartel Violence and Organized Crime in...

WPTF Morning News ·

2026/02/26

Veteran journalist Bill Conroy discusses recent violence in Mexico following the killing of a cartel kingpin and explains the differences between drug cartels and the mafia, along with how organized crime groups operate and impact communities on both sides of the border.

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