WPTF Afternoon News
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Retired U.S. Navy Commander Rich Kolko discusses a NC soldier who was identified as the latest victim in US-Iran conflict
Jul 21, 20266 min
Founder of RNS Sports Sherard Johnson discusses how a Durham nonprofit is fighting gun violence one pair of shoes at a time
Jul 20, 20265 min
Illeana Rodriguez with the Downtown Raleigh Alliance discusses the best new places to try during Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week
Jul 20, 20266 min
Former North Carolina Secretary of State Rufus Edmisten discusses the life of Paul Dombalis
Jul 20, 20266 min
Asher Hildebrand of the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses how the expansion of US strikes on Iran has lead to more retaliation across the Gulf
Jul 20, 20266 min
N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden discusses the economic report that came out for the month of June
Jul 16, 20266 min
National Retail Federation Chief Economist Mark Mathews discusses what purchases families are prioritizing during back-to-school shopping
Jul 16, 20265 min
Program Manager for Root Causes Scott Brummel discusses a food bank delivery app being developed by a Duke Med-based organization with help from NC State Students
Jul 16, 20265 min
Spokesperson for Wilkes Tourism Susan Dosier discusses North Wilkesboro Speedway hosting its 1st NASCAR Cup Circuit Points race since 1996
Jul 15, 20266 min
Public Policy Polling Director Tom Jensen discusses a new survey that finds Whatley gaining ground on Cooper in North Carolina Senate race
Jul 15, 20265 min
Mac McCorkle of the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses the latest developments with the War in Iran
Jul 15, 20267 min
New Executive Director of the Durham Public Schools Foundation James Perry discusses being named to the role and his plans in the position
Jul 15, 20266 min
Marbles Kids Museum Director of Learning Engagement Robin Magnum discusses the Farm to Fork Kids Fest that will take place at Marbles Kids Museum this Saturday
Jul 14, 20265 min
WalletHub Reporter Chip Lupo discusses Raleigh ranking 9th in the 2026 Best Large City for First-Time Home Buyers Study by WalletHub
Jul 14, 20266 min
Former Medical Director for Air Force Pararescue Josh McConkey discusses the condition that has been revealed to have led toSenator Lindsey Graham’s death
Jul 14, 20266 min
Crayons2Calcualtors Program Manager Eunice Sanders discusses the 25th Annual Fill That Bus Campaign
Jul 14, 20266 min
Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses the process for replacing Lindsey Graham
Jul 13, 20267 min
Raleigh News and Observer sports writer Chip Alexander discusses the life and impact of longtime Raleigh real estate figure Stephen Stroud
Jul 13, 20267 min
Attorney and former Raleigh Police Officer Lee Turner discusses the continued fallout from a violent 4th of July weekend
Jul 13, 20265 min
Infectious disease specialist with UNC Health Dr. David Weber discusses the rise of Cyclospora cases in North Carolina
Jul 13, 20265 min
Spokesperson for Wake County Animal Center Meagan Frost discusses center calling for help as shelter reaches capacity
Jul 9, 20265 min
American international rugby union player Dom Besag discusses the World Rugby Nations Cup that is coming to Cary next week
Jul 9, 20267 min
UNC-Kenan Flagler Business School Professor Gerald Cohen discusses North Carolina being named CNBC's No. 2 Top State for Business
Jul 9, 20266 min
Catawba College Political Science Professor Michael Bitzer discusses a new Catawba College Survey that shows that most North Carolinians expect political violence before the 2026 election
Jul 9, 20266 min
NCDMV Communications Manager Marty Homan on the DMV Wait Times
Jul 8, 20265 min
Executive Director of WakeEd Partnership Keith Poston on the New School Year
Jul 8, 20266 min
New Book By Andrew Dunn Looks at Legacy of Pat McCrory
Jul 8, 202610 min
Orange County Emergency Services Director Kirby Saunders on Hurricane Chantal's Fallout
Jul 8, 20265 min
Chief meteorologist for Spectrum News One Gary Stephenson discusses the holiday weekend that set heat records across North Carolina
Jul 7, 20267 min
Founder of Boots on the Ground Gerald Givens discusses a violent teen takeover and how it shines light on need for parents to be accountable
Jul 7, 20266 min
Owner of Dirty V’s Restaurant Carey Kidd discusses downtown Raleigh business owners being upset about the 4th of July violence
Jul 7, 20266 min
President of Holt Athletic Association Don Daves discusses how the Durham nonprofit continues to rebuild one year after Tropical Depression Chantal
Jul 7, 20267 min
Owner of Yarn, Etc. Mary Stowe discuss the long road to building her business back after Chantal
Jul 6, 20266 min
Duke Energy spokesperson Jeff Brooks discusses how North Carolina power grids stack up amidst heat wave
Jul 6, 20266 min
Tri-Point Homes of Raleigh Vice President of Community Experience James Flanagan discusses the Raleigh housing market
Jul 6, 20266 min
Autumn Miller with Wake County Emergency Management discusses the cooling centers that are open in Wake County
Jul 2, 20266 min
Schoor Johnson CIO of Department of Natural and Cultural Resources discusses the America 250 Celebration being held at the State Capital
Jul 2, 20266 min
Owner of Durham Soccer Academy Ozan Gökdemir discusses soccer fans rallying in NC For US Men's National Team in World Cup knockout stage
Jul 2, 20266 min
President of Durham Tech J.B. Buxton discusses the advantages to North Carolina’s community colleges in the proposal.
Jul 1, 20265 min
Policy and Research Analyst for ExCEL NC Neil Harrington discusses the group’s opinions regarding the budget
Jul 1, 20265 min
Kent Thompson with the Rotary Club of Raleigh discusses the preparations the rotary club is making for their July 4th Celebrations
Jul 1, 20265 min
Spokesperson for Simebra NC Andreina Malki discusses local immigration leaders reactions to the Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship
Jul 1, 20264 min
Vice President of CBC Sports Mike Birling discusses the Durham Bulls preparing for a busy 4th of July weekend at DBAP
Jun 30, 20266 min
Randolph County Cooperative Extension Agent Cody Craddock discusses an AI-driven app that aims to help farmers cut costs and pick the best blueberries
Jun 30, 20266 min
N.C. State Political Science Professor Stephen Greene discusses the Supreme Court ruling that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge
Jun 30, 20266 min
Executive Director of the State Employees Association of North Carolina Ardis Watkins discuss their reaction to a proposed pay increases in N.C. budget
Jun 30, 20266 min
Colisha Stanford with Step Up Ministry Raleigh
Jun 29, 20267 min
Amy Sayle at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center discusses the Full Strawberry Moon set to appear on Monday night
Jun 29, 20267 min
Dr. Andy Bobyarchick of the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences at UNC Charlotte discusses the continued efforts of Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone
Jun 29, 20266 min
Writer for the Assembly Bryan Anderson discusses a NC budget deal being reached with lawmakers aiming to vote this week on a spending plan
Jun 29, 20264 min