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Operator at D.J.’s Berry Patch Jessica Jones discusses farmers concerns as 6-month drought continues
Organizer of Moms on Proms Maxine Huggins discusses how supporting her son sparked a movement for teens with special needs
Professor at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Vinayak Deshpande discusses global shipping routes
Raleigh Water Assistant Director Edward Buchan discusses Raleigh water planning to issue restrictions starting Monday
Director of Horticulture at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum at N.C. State Greg Paige discusses how the arboretum is set to deal with water restrictions
CBS News Radio Correspondent Jim Krasula discusses former Virginia Lt Gov. Justin Fairfax
Communications Coordinator for NC Budget & Tax CenterKaterina Marroquin discusses North Carolinians set to deliver a petition demanding lawmakers stop corporate tax giveaways
Shahram Mazhari, an Iranian-American living in Charlotte, discusses the latest developments in the Iranian War after seven weeks
UNC-Chapel Hill Political Science Professor Jakob Wiedekind discusses Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán being ejected after 16 years in a European electoral earthquake
Manager of Briggs Avenue Community Garden Cheralyn Berry discusses how Durham residents are turning to a community gardening to save money as produce prices climb
Vice President of Community Experience at Tri Pointe Homes Raleigh James Flanagan discusses the large number of people moving to Raleigh
Wes Hohenstein CBS17 meteorologist discusses of a warm April will lead to a hot summer
Executive Director of the WakeEd Partnership Keith Poston discusses a UNC System report that highlights degree shortages in key industries
Local farmer Anthony Penny discusses the ongoing drought forcing North Carolina farmers to get creative
State Senator for District 23 Jonah Garson discusses being appointed to replace Graig Meyer in State Senate District 23
UNC-Chapel Hill Professor Klaus Larres discusses Trump' and the US military blockading Iranian ports to pressure Tehran
National Weather Service Raleigh Meteorologist James Danko the hot start that we've had in April and if "April Showers" will return
CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez discusses feud between Pope Leo and President Trump over Iran War
Dr. Joan Packenham NIEHS-NIH Women's Health Conference
Sharon Lawrence "Steel Magnolias" at Playmakers
N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden discusses Raleigh-based tech firm Pendo being the latest tech company to announce layoffs
Co-Director of Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Emily Foster discusses this years festival that starts in Durham next week
Executive Director of the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild Lisa Parker discusses NC Pint Day returning this weekend
Discover Durham President and CEO Susan Amey discusses new figures that show that 13.5 million people visited Durham County in 2025
CBS News Military Analyst Jeff McCausland discusses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorizing direct talks with Lebanon in potential boost to ceasefire efforts
Executive Director of Oak City Media D.P. McIntire discusses WKRP going back to Cincinnati
Dr. Donna Corbett of Canvass the Makeup Studio remembers former Miss NC Carrie Everett
Writer for for Straight Up Sports.net Brett Friedlander discusses Michael Malone being formally introduced as new North Carolina men’s basketball coach
Coordinator of Current Science Programs at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Chris Smith discusses how a chance to work with rare dinosaur fossils is bringing students to North Carolina
State Labor Commissioner Luke Farley discusses venturing to all parts of North Carolina as part of America 250 commemoration
Bruce Jentleson from the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses Trump's threats against Iran
Heather Bosch CBS News discusses the latest on the war in Iran
Mac McCorkle from the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses Trump issuing an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge
David Glenn from North Carolina Sports Network discusses Michael Malone reportedly set to become UNC Men’s Basketball Coach
Former Medical Director for Air Force Pararescue combat search and rescue teams Josh McConkey discusses S military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years
Former Assistant Principal at Ligon Middle School Kashi Bazemore discusses why she opposes historic Raleigh school's demolition plan
President of the NCAE Tamika Walker Kelly shares her thoughts on the NC Supreme Court throwing out multi-billion plan in long-running Leandro lawsuit
Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention Center Kerry Painter discusses the convention center nearing full recovery four months after fire
Four months after a fire broke out in an HVAC unit on the roof of the Raleigh Convention Center, repair work is continuing as the facility moves closer to a full recovery. Kerry Painter, Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention Center, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the state of the center after the fire.
Director of the Elon Poll Jason Husser discusses Roy Cooper currently being more popular than Michael Whatley in newly released poll
Support for congressional and legislative Republicans is softening among North Carolina voters ahead of this year’s midterm elections, according to a new poll from Elon University, Jason Husser, the Director of the Elon Poll and a political science professor, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest survey.
Spectrum News One Chief Meteorologist Gary Stephenson shares advice on caring for hummingbirds this spring
With the arrival of spring, comes the arrival of the ruby-throated hummingbird to North Carolina. These tiny, feathered friends are making their way northward into the United States after wintering in Central America. Gary Stephenson, a Chief Meteorologist for Spectrum News One, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss caring for hummingbirds this spring.
CBS News Space Reporter Bill Harwood discusses an N.C. State graduate who is making history with Artemis II
Four astronauts embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon Wednesday, humanity's first lunar voyage in more than half a century and the thrilling leadoff in NASA's push toward a landing in two years. One of them is Mission Specialist Christina Koch, a N.C. State University Alum. Bill Harwood, CBS News Space Reporter, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the launch of Artemas II.
N.C. State University historian Tim Peeler discusses Justin Gainey being hired as N.C. State head coach
The hiring of Justin Gainey as the new head men's college basketball coach at N.C. State has fans and students excited. Gainey returns to Raleigh after playing for the Wolfpack from 1996-to-2000. He has had stops as an assistant coach at Tennessee, Appalachian State, Marquette, Santa Clara and Arizona. Tim Peeler, an N.C. State University historian, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Gainey’s hiring.
Duke Gardens' director of learning and community engagement Kavanah Anderson discusses Duke Gardens’ Transformative Garden Gateway Project opening to the public
The Garden Gateway project at Sarah P. Duke Gardens at Duke University in Durham, N.C. will open to the public on Wednesday, April 8, marking the completion of a major redesign that will transform the Duke Gardens experience. The renovations started in February 2025. Kavanah Anderson, Duke Garden’s Director of Learning and Community Engagement, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the new additions.
Director of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program Mark Ezzell discusses the ‘Speed a Little. Lose a Lot’ Campaign Targets Dangerous Driving
The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program is launching its statewide “Speed a Little. Lose a Lot” campaign to remind drivers that speeding comes with serious, and often deadly, consequences. The program will continue through Sunday. Mark Ezzell, the Director of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss “Speed a Little, Lose a Lot.”
Media Relations Director for the Wilson Warbirds Chris Edwards discusses the start new era of Minor League Baseball in Wilson
The Wilson Warbirds are set for its first opening day on March 14. The Warbirds are new to Wilson after moving from Zebulon, where they were known as the Carolina Mudcats for 34 years. Chris Edwards, a former reporter and host at WPTF, is the Media Relations Director for the Warbirds. He joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss a new chapter in North Carolina’s Minor League Baseball history.
Rabbi Mendi Wilschanski on What the Jewish Holiday of Passover Commemorates
The Jewish holiday of Passover commemorates the Exodus from slavery in Ancient Egypt more than 3,000 years ago. The celebration of freedom is marked by traditions such as removing leavened foods from the home and eating matzah. Rabbi Mendi Wilschanski of Chabad of Raleigh joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the local community is observing the holiday.
Michael Bitzer on How a New Poll Shows a Widening Lead in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate Race
Former Governor Roy Cooper is ahead of former RNC Chair Michael Whatley by 14 points, according to a new survey from Catawba College. The results suggest Cooper has expanded his advantage in the race for the state’s open Senate seat. Political science professor Michael Bitzer joined Jeff Hamlin to break down the findings.
NC farmer Trey Braswell discusses providing eggs for White House Easter Egg Roll
Braswell Family Farms, a fourth-generation operation based in Nashville, is providing approximately 40,000 hand-dyed eggs for the White House Easter Egg Roll. This marks the fifth consecutive year the farm has supplied eggs on behalf of America’s egg farmers and the American Egg Board. Trey Braswell joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the process behind preparing and delivering the eggs for the event.
Jeff McCausland on How Tensions in the Middle East are Beginning to Hit Americans at the Pump
President Donald Trump has voiced frustration with U.S. allies reluctant to support military efforts tied to the conflict with Iran, telling them to “go get your own oil” as global supply disruptions push gas prices higher. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has helped drive U.S. gas prices past $4 a gallon and raised concerns about broader economic impacts.Jeff McCausland, CBS News Military Consultant, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest developments in Iran and what they could mean moving forward.
Vice President of CBC Sports Mike Birling discusses the Durham Bulls open home season on Tuesday
The Durham Bulls will open its 31st season inside Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Tuesday. Durham will face the Lehigh Valley IronPigs on Tuesday night to start a six-game homestand. Mike Birling, the Vice President of CBC Sports, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the new season for the Bulls.