WPTF Morning News

A government shutdown is looming over many, this is coinciding with talks going on about more lay offs within the government as well. President Trump has also announced a last minute meeting in Quantico Virginia. Tony Riggsbee talks to CBS News White House Analyst Natalie Brand about these story's and more going on at the white house.

The housing market remains a concern for a lot of people. Notably new home sales have seen a boost in the past month. Tony Riggsbee is joined by CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger to talk about why we are seeing this and how is affects the overall prices of houses.

A body found in inside a landing gear compartment, Boeing getting a new order from Turkish Airlines and Norwegian Air, and lay offs at spirit airlines. Tony Riggsbee talks with Jay Ratliff about these story's and more.

The end of the regular season for baseball has been eventful and unexpected. A lot a changes and unexpected endings for some teams. Tony Riggsbee talks with Chris Edwards the voice of the Wilson Warbirds about the end of the regular season.

Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams was recently invited to the Clinton Global Initiative, which is an organization designed to help support local leaders and provide them with support and recognize their achievements. Tony Riggsbee spoke wit Mayor Leonardo Williams about his participation in the Clinton Global Initiative.

One year ago, western North Carolina was devastated as Hurricane Helene impacted lives and livelihood. Lisa Price takes a look at the ongoing efforts to rebuild western North Carolina.

One year ago, western North Carolina was devastated as Hurricane Helene impacted lives and livelihood. Lisa Price takes a look at the buildup to what was a once in a thousand year storm.

President Trump visited the United Nations to a mixed reception. Trump criticized the UN on many things but also praised them for other things. Trump has even seemingly changed his stance on if Ukraine will be able to get their land back from Russia. Tony Riggsbee talks with Natalie Brand, CBS News White House Correspondent Natalie Brand about his visit.

The US News and World Report has just released their 41th list of college rankings among the united states. Tony Riggsbee talks with LaMont Jones, the managing editor for education for the US News and World Report, about the results of the list.

Raleigh Area Land Trust has been helping people in the community by providing affordable and easy housing. They have announced that they have 14 homes new homes in wake county that are affordable. Tony Riggsbee talks with Kevin Campbell of Raleigh Area Land Trust about what they are doing to help potential homeowners.

After a strong win last week against Richmond, the Carolina Tar Heels will facing off against UCF this weekend. Tony Riggsbee talks with the voice of the Tar Heels Jones Angell about this upcoming game.

New polls show that former Democratic Governor Roy Cooper us currently beating Republican Chair Michal Whatley in regards to the upcoming senate race. Tony Riggsbee gets a change to talk to Mitch Kokai John Locke Foundation about these polls and more.

President Trump is visiting the United kingdom to day after being invited by King Charles, This visit is expected to last a couple days and there will be a number of topics discussed, such as tariffs, a tech aggreement, and the war in Ukraine. Tony Riggsbee talks with CBS White House Correspondent Natalie Brand on Trump's trump to the UK about the visit.

Airlines taking action after employs show support for the death of Charlie Kirk, and the FAA planning on fining Boeing over 3 million dollars over safety related issues. These story's and more as Tony Riggsbee has his weekly talk with Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff.

Some are thinking that the economy might be stagnating. This coming during a time where everyone is worried due to economic insecurity. Everything might not be as bad as it seems though. Tony Riggsbee has his weekly talk with CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger about rate cuts and the current state of the economy.

It is the third weekend of college football and the Tar Heels took a solid step forward in their game against charlotte last week. Tony Riggsbee talks with Jones Angell the voice of the Tar Heels about the upcoming game this weekend.

With the anniversary of the 9-11 attacks on America, Lisa Price takes a look at how some of the artifacts from that day are part of memorials across the state and hears recollections from people here in North Carolina. (Part 2)

With the anniversary of the 9-11 attacks on America, Lisa Price takes a look at how some of the artifacts from that day are part of memorials across the state and hears recollections from people here in North Carolina. (Part 1)

Twenty four years ago the attacks on the World Trade Center took place. Tony Riggsbee and Mitch Kokai were in the WPTF news room on that day and they talk about their experiences on that day.

Cub scouts have been around for decades and it I never too late to sign your child up. Tony Riggsbee talks with Roger Crone, the CEO of Scouting America, about what the Cub Scouts have to offer.

Courts have recently ruled on an anti trust case against google. This ruling will make google share data with its competitors. Questions are also being raised about google being the default search option on most devices. Tony Riggsbee speaks with Matt Schruers, the President & CEO of the Computer & Communications Industry Association, about this ruling and what's next for google.

The city of Garner had an eventful summer and it will have an equally as eventful fall. Garner is planning to host their Garner night out as well as a Halloween event. Tony Riggsbee talks with Buddy Gupton, the Mayor of Garner North Carolina about the upcoming events.

Susan Evens has recently announced the plans for the future of Five County Stadium now that the Carolina Mudcats has relocated. They have proposed a 10 year lease for the stadium that benefits multiple originations in the area. Tony Riggsbee talks with Susan Evens, the Chair of the Wake County Board of Commissioner, about this proposal.

A Supreme Court decision has just made a ruling that back ups ICE activity in southern California. At the same time the White House has started a new operation targeting sanctuary city's. Tony Riggsbee talks with CBS News White House Correspondent Natalie Brand about these story's.

A new jobs report is out and it seems new jobs are starting to slow down. This leaves a lot of experts to ask: what is going on? Jill Schlesinger answers that in the conversation she had with Tony Riggsbee.

Tony Riggsbee talks with Jones Angell, the voice of the Carolina Tar Heals, about the upcoming game they have this weekend against the Charlotte 49ers.

A federal appeals court has ruled that President Trump cannot use the Alien Enemies Act to deport people to El Salvador, this happening after multiple people have been sent there dispute previous orders from judges. In other news anti trust courts have made a decision on Google paying manufactures to make Google Chrome the default browser on your devices. Tony Riggsbee joins CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum about these story's.

President Trump has stated that he will continue efforts to crack down on crime by sending national guard troops to major cities around the US, much like he did with Washington DC, with an goal of preventing crime. Tony Riggsbee talks with CBS News White House correspondent Natalie Brand about this promise.

It has been a year since Bill king the President Downtown Raleigh Alliance released the Downtown Raleigh Economic Plan. Tony Riggsbee talks wit Bill King about the progress of the plan so far and further ways it could improve.

Tony Riggsbee talks with Jones Angell, Voice of the UNC Tar Heels, about the upcoming game versus TCU at Kenan Stadium.

Earlier this year State Auditor Dave Boliek made it a mission on his to audit and form a plan to help improve efficiency at the DMV. One of these suggest is that the DMV be separated form the DOT and become its own agency lead by a cabinet appointed secretary or commissioner. Tony Riggsbee talks with Dave Boliek about this plan.

Earlier this year State Auditor Dave Boliek made it a mission on his to audit and form a plan to help improve efficiency at the DMV. One of these suggest is that the DMV be separated form the DOT and become its own agency lead by a cabinet appointed secretary or commissioner. Tony Riggsbee talks with Dave Boliek about this plan.

The first day of school for a Catholic school is Minneapolis has left 2 dead and 17 injured after a mass shooting, police are threating this as a potential hate crime. Steve Hauck, Retired New York Police Lieutenant and host of the "Watch your 6" podcast joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about the shooting and the police response.

August 25th marked the start date for most students around the state. Many students are changing schools by either changing grade level or transferring. Tony Riggsbee talks with Elizabeth O'Quinn, Chief External Affairs Officer for Teach For America, about ways to prepare both parents and students for translons in schools and how to adjust to those big transitions.

Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, continue to ravage flocks all across the county. Now that we are entering the fall there are now greater risk for the spread of the bird flu. Tony Riggsbee talks with Dr. Chrislyn Wood, a poultry specialist with the USDA, about the current state of the outbreak.

With Schools starting all around the state ,Superintendent of Public Instruction Mo Green welcomes students and teachers back to school. He has also released a 37-page plan for the future of North Carolina Schools as North Carolina has been ranked 48th in education for years. Tony Riggsbee talks with Mo Green about his plan to improve NC School systems.

While we spend every day showing our appreciation to our furry friends August 26th is dedicated to them. Jon Champion speaks with Chrissy Joy, celebrity dog trainer and educator, about National Dog Day and ways we show love to our pets.

After 35 years of Carolina Mudcats Baseball their home in Zebulon will will be moving to Wilson. Many baseball fans are wondering what will come of Five County Stadium now that the Mudcats are relocation. Tony Riggsbee talks with Chris Edwards the voice of the Carolina Mudcats about the team and what is next for them and the stadium.

After 35 years of Carolina Mudcats Baseball their home in Zebulon will will be moving to Wilson. Many baseball fans are wondering what will come of Five County Stadium now that the Mudcats are relocation. Tony Riggsbee talks with Chris Edwards the voice of the Carolina Mudcats about the team and what is next for them and the stadium.

Heath care cost are a persisting issue among Americans and current legislation has many North Carolinians worried that some of their cost might soon increase. Tony Riggsbee talks with Rose Hobin of North Carolina Health News about this.

An American Airlines flight diverted after an electronic device catches fire, British Airways kicks 20 passengers off a flight due to being overweight, and more storys as Tony Riggsbee has his weekly talk with Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff.

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine continue and many are left wondering what will happen after a peace deal is made. Americans are divided on if we should continue to help Ukraine with defense post war. Tony Riggsbee talks with Former CBS news Moscow Bureau Chief Beth Knobel about the isssue.

A 97 billion dollar problem of have probably never heard of, EU legislation is costing US company's that much money. Tony Riggsbee talks with Trevor Wagner about this issue and it is impacting Americans.

the much awaited meeting between President Trump and President Putin tomorrow on American soil. This coming after months of harsh criticism of Putin from Trump.

The Garner Preforming Arts Center is a historical building that has been turned into a great place for artistic and creative expression. Amy Pridgen, the Superintendent of arts and culture of Garner joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about what the GPAC has to offer.

Southwest Airlines to apologize for leaving behind a couple of passengers, the UEA is preparing the restrict the use of power charging for your devices and more story's as Tony Riggsbee has his weekly talk with Jay Ratliff.

Members of the National Guard have been deployed to Washington DC in an aim to help crack down on crime in the city. This coming with harsh pushback from DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. Tony Riggsbee talks with CBS News Correspondent Taurean Small about the details.

President Trump has signed in an executive order that will add new things your 401k, some of these new assents could include cryptocurrency. Tony Riggsbee talks with Jill Schlesinger about these changes and more.

Innovating for the Public Good is an organization that is trying to help those that are potentially being affected by some of President Trumps policy. They actively help those applying got different forms of government aid. Tony Riggsbee talks with Paige Gardner the founder of Innovating for the Public Good about how they are helping and about a sturdy they have just released.

Tomorrow is the final deadline for tariff deals, this coming after the president signed an executive order yesterday imposing a 25% tariff on India for using Russian oil. Trump is also set to meet with President Putin. Tony Riggsbee talks with Natalie Brand, CBS News White House Analyst, about these story's and more.