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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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5:02

Rachel Cavenaugh: Member of North Carolina...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/24

Uncertainty looms as college students shuffle from one class to the next, following President Donald Trump’s executive order to scale back the U.S. Department of Education. At North Carolina State University, students are particularly concerned about the continuity of their federal aid packages and the potential impact on research programs. Many worry about how these changes could shape their academic future.Rachel Cavenaugh, with the North Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid

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5:56

Carly Reavis: Host of the Podcast Victims Vibe

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/24

The Wake Forest Police Department’s first-ever victim advocate is using a unique platform to support those in need. Through her podcast, Victims Vibe, Carly Reavis explores critical topics such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and other family-related issues. Her most recent episodes focus on human trafficking, aiming to raise awareness and provide resources for victims and their families.Carly Reavis, host of Victims Vibe, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the podcast and its impact on the

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5:23

Jonathan Frederick: CEO of Marbles Kids Museum on...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/24

Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh is set to undergo the largest expansion in its history. The project will introduce a new immersive exhibit and a multipurpose classroom on the first floor, connecting to the popular Around Town and Splash exhibits. On the second floor, a rooftop exhibit will be added next to Moneypalooza, along with upgraded restrooms and refreshed multipurpose spaces throughout the museum.Jonathan Frederick, CEO of Marbles Kids Museum, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the

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5:41

Wanda McCargo Owner of Wanda’s Little Hands Education...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/20

The National Head Start Association reported that many grant recipients have seen delays in accessing approved grant funding since the funding freeze was announced in the second week of the Trump administration. Wanda's Little Hands serves 85 children, offering affordable early childcare to families. McCargo said she relies on state and federal funding to make her programs possible. She's taken advantage of many options. McCargo joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the cuts could impact her center.

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5:12

Marty Homan N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/20

The deadline to get your NC REAL ID is fast approaching. On May 7, a Real ID or a passport will be required to board a plane or enter certain federal buildings or sites. Officials with the State Department of Motor Vehicles say many people already have the Real ID. The Real ID Act was passed by congress in 2005 in response to the 9-11 attacks, but the implementation deadline has been pushed back multiple times. Marty Homan, N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles Communications Manager, discussed the

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6:00

Cory Smith Editor of Pack Pridecom

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/20

There's no need for further speculation. McNeese State head men's basketball coach Will Wade will reportedly become the new head coach of N.C. State soon. Wade confirmed the news during a press conference in Providence, Rhode Island this afternoon as McNeese prepares to face Clemson tomorrow. Wade has taken the Cowboys to the NCAA Tournament each of his two years at McNeese. It's the first time they've been to the Big Dance in consecutive years. Cory Smith, Editor of PackPride.com, joined Jeff

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4:57

Dr. Edwin Kim Immunologist for UNC Health

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/20

Local doctors are warning this spring allergy season could be worse than last year. Many experts feel the culprit is pollen from juniper, maple and cypress trees and not so much yet the infamous Bradford pear trees that are blooming all over the Triangle. So what can you do for relief? Aside from the usual prescription and over-the-counter allergy medications, doctors also say there are holistic options that can help. Dr. Edwin Kim, an immunologist for UNC Health, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how

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6:31

David Holt: President of the Consumer Energy Alliance

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/20

David Holt, President of the Consumer Energy Alliance, discusses how consumers and businesses can lower their electricity costs. The organization's mission is to advance nonpartisan energy policy by advocating for affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy solutions for all Americans.

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3:30

Bill King President of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

Downtown crime was an agenda item for the Raleigh City Council during its meeting on Tuesday afternoon. New Raleigh Police Cheif Rico Boyce laid out a plan to slow crime. He also discussed safety measures and strategies that are working. RPD has increased patrols over the past two years. Bill King, the President of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance, says there has been a benefit to a new camera access program. King joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the camera program has helped downtown

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6:44

Mitchell Northam Women’s college basketball reporter

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

It’s a rich time for women’s basketball across the Triangle. North Carolina, Duke and N.C. State will all host games this weekend in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. There’s also the potential for Duke and North Carolina to play in the Sweet 16. The Blue Devils are coming off its first ACC Tournament championship under head coach Kara Lawson. N.C. State won the ACC regular season title. Mitchell Northam, a women’s college basketball reporter, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what to expect this

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5:57

Dr. Kate Westmoreland Director of the UNC Down...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

The new UNC Down Syndrome Clinic opening in Chapel Hill this week is expanding care options for North Carolinians. Services will include physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiology, speech therapy, nutrition, family medicine and more. Dr. Kate Westmoreland, a UNC pediatrician and director of the new clinic, said the mission is a personal one, driven by her own experiences as a mother of a child with Down syndrome.

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5:22

Abby Emanuelson Executive Director of School Meals...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

Governor Josh Stein is offering a $33.6 billion budget plan, that highlights priorities including education, safety and health. In a briefing for reporters, Stein said offered targeted tax cuts and said general tax cuts for businesses should be frozen at current levels. Lawmakers are developing their own plan for spending and taxes. The budget is scheduled to be approved by late June with implementation in July. The Executive Director of School Meals for All Coalition NC was pleased by the

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7:03

Chris Cooper Western Carolina Political Science...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

The Democratic Party was fracturing Friday as a torrent of frustration and anger was unleashed at Senate Democrats, led by Senator Chuck Schumer, who was faced with the choice of shutting down the government or consent to a Republican funding bill that allows President Donald Trump to continue slashing the federal government. After Schumer announced that he would reluctantly support the bill, he bore the brunt of that anger, including a protest at his office, calls from progressives that he be

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7:29

Brett Friedlander Columnist for Saturdaydownsouthcom

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

Longtime sportswriter Brett Friedlander is the 2025 recipient of the Skeeter Francis Award. Friedlander has been a longtime writer on ACC sports for various media outlets, covering everyone from Tyler Hansbrough to Cooper Flagg. Friedlander has watched an eventful years in local college basketball, which has included Duke winning the ACC Tournament and the outright regular season championship in the same year for the first time since 2006. Also, UNC’s controversial inclusion into the NCAA

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5:04

Courtney Coley Organizer for the Holi Festival

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

Morrisville will celebrate Holi, the ancient Hindu festival marking the end of winter and welcoming the spring season, on Saturday. The free event will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at Cedar Fork Community Center. Typically celebrated in the month of March, the Holi festival is inclusive of all faiths and cultures, as one of the main themes of the festival is unity. So, while the Holi festival is rooted in Hindu tradition, it is a celebration that happens all over the world. The Holi festival is

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6:00

Loren Gold Executive Vice President of Greater...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/19

The lineup for the Dreamville has been announced. The headliners for Saturday night, April 5, will be Lil' Wayne. Fayetteville-native J'Cole will headline the second and final night for the fifth and last Dreamville event. Among the other acts will be 21 Savage, Party Next Door, Ludacris, Erica Badu and Gorilla. Last year, over 104,000 people were on hand for the event at Dorthea Dix Park. The economic impact for Dreamville has been huge, according to Loren Gold of the Greater Raleigh Visitor's

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8:53

John Roth: Senior Producer for Duke Athletic...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/17

John Feinstein, one of the most influential sportswriters of his generation, has passed away at the age of 69. A best-selling author of over 40 books, Feinstein is best known for A Season on the Brink, his groundbreaking account of Bobby Knight’s Indiana Hoosiers during the 1985-86 season. His career began at The Chronicle at Duke University, and he continued to cover college basketball with unmatched depth, including a recent book on Mike Krzyzewski’s five national championships.John Roth, who knew

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6:12

Professor Eric Stallard: Duke University Researcher...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/17

Dementia currently affects around six million people in the U.S. and more than 40 million worldwide, with projections indicating that cases could double in the next 30 years. As the baby boomer generation—now numbering over 70 million in the United States—continues to age, many assume that dementia rates will rise accordingly. However, new research is challenging some of these assumptions, suggesting that trends in cognitive decline may not be as straightforward as they seem.Professor Eric Stallard,

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4:30

Sandy Joiner: Wake County GOP Chairwoman on...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/17

Demonstrations against the Trump Administration’s Department of Government Efficiency have been growing, with one of the latest protests taking place in Raleigh last week. The outcry comes after Department of Education leaders announced plans to lay off more than 1,300 employees as part of a broader effort to cut the organization’s staff in half—a move seen as a prelude to President Donald Trump’s plan to dismantle the agency entirely.In response to the protests, the North Carolina Republican Party

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7:11

Scott Peoples: Former Captain in the U.S. Airborne...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/03/17

Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Raleigh last week for a “Down with DOGE” rally, voicing their frustration with recent actions from the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency. The department has overseen mass layoffs of federal workers and significant funding cuts to various programs, sparking concerns among both government employees and the public. Among the speakers at the rally was Scott Peoples, a former captain in the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, who has

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