
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!
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2175 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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The Tar Heels face off against the Duke Blue Devils tomorrow. Tony Riggsbee joins Jones Angell to talk about this game and last weeks game against wake forest.
Dr. Chris Cooper Distinguished Professor of Political Science and Public Affairs and Director of the Haire Institute for Public Policy at Western Carolina University – discuss ICE raids, potential of another government shutdown, the Epstein files and... more
Kendra Blocker discuss how Thanksgiving is the busiest holiday for travel — and also one of the deadliest on U.S. roads. Last year, AAA projected a record 71.7 million Americans would travel by car over the long weekend, and even more drivers are exp... more
Can you imagine a hurricane damaging your house and then waiting four years for repairs to start? Those were just some of the findings in a recent state audit. Josh Ellis has the details.
Emily Sutton, shares the results of a new Waterkeeper Alliance report finding toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS) in 98% of tested U.S. waters — including rivers and creeks right here in North Carolina. Lisa Price discusses with Ms. Sutton what this mea... more
Emily Sutton, shares the results of a new Waterkeeper Alliance report finding toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS) in 98% of tested U.S. waters — including rivers and creeks right here in North Carolina. Lisa Price discusses with Ms. Sutton what this mea... more
Wrap a Dream with Madison! This holiday season, 96.1 BBB and the Methodist Home for Children are once again Wrapping Hopes & Dreams, making sure every kid in our community has a gift to unwrap and a reason to smile on Christmas morning. Friday, Novem... more
Jason Orthner the Rail Division director for the NC DOT joins Tony Riggebee to discus the highest ridership month in 35 years of service in October, 2025.
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