Saturday Morning Magazine with Bruce Ferrell

Mental health has been a big topic for the last few years, especially for our students in high school and college. And even here in the Triangle, we've been dealing with some situations and events regarding suicides at area schools. Jade Neptune is a UNC grad who wrote a powerful piece for "The Assembly" about college suicides, and her personal battle with mental health situations. She shared her...

Softball is returning to the olympics in 2028.. to find out more about the importance of this development, Jeff Hamlin talked with Orange High -- and Mississippi State graduate -- Mia-Davidson Smith, who will likely be on team USA.

..Mike Davis talks with State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler about some of the big pumpkins and watermelons at the State Fair.

On June 29, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected affirmative action, declaring the race-conscious admissions programs at Harvard and UNC unlawful. The decision will have implications on admissions policies, financial aid decisions, and the future of diversity efforts on campuses across the nation. Reporter Tianyi Wang has the story from Carolina Connection, student radio from the UNC Hussman School of...

The man who oversaw Cary's growth and emergence has passed away. Koka Booth was the mayor of Cary from 1987 to 1999. He served the town of Cary for 22 years. Harold Weinbrecht, the current mayor of Cary, joined Jeff Hamlin on Tuesday.

Members of the Triangle Jewish community were joined by faith leaders and elected leaders to mourn the victims of the terrorist attack in Israel. Phil Brodsky, the CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh, joined Jeff Hamlin.

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson declared “North Carolina Solidarity With Israel Week” and an upcoming statewide day of prayer to support Israel amid its new conflict with Hamas — actions that drew sharp criticism from Democrats and Republican opponents, who pointed to Robinson’s history of remarks viewed by Jews and others as antisemitic. Former North Carolina Associate Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr discus...

The NC State Fair in Raleigh is underway and every year, crowds of people head for the amusement rides. There's also food and entertainment. State fair spokesman Kent Yelverton joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the event that starts today.

During the two UNC lockdowns this semester, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools also moved to secure mode, causing stress for that community as well. Henry Taylor reports from Carolina Connection, student radio from the UNC-Chapel Hill Hussman School of Journalism and Media.

After the idea of adding additional casinos failed, lawmakers at the General Assembly finally approved a state budget some three months behind schedule. For his take on what happened at the legislature last week, Jeff Hamlin talked to NC Spin host and longtime political observer Tom Campbell.

The American Red Cross needs your help, as the national blood supply has decreased 25% since August. Dr. Baia Lasky of the Red Cross joined talked with Rob Connett about the importance of donating blood to help others.

There's a crisis in farm country, and it's not in the field. It's in the minds of so many farmers, a stress crisis that has perhaps gone unchecked for a long time. Mike Davis has more.

A Duke University professor says there is no credible reason to change the election system, and the changes are an effort to gain political advantage. Asher Hildebrand talked with Jeff Hamlin.

Doctors are worried about a "triple threat" amid a concerning rise in COVID cases as kids are back to school. COVID, RSV and flu are expected to surge as the warm months wind down and classrooms fill up. Dr. Emily Volk is President of the College of American Pathologists, and discusses What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy This Fall.

National Farm Safety Week reminds us that farming remains one of the most dangerous occupations. It also is a good reminder to be patient on the roadways when you encounter farm equipment and it reminds our farmers to follow all safety protocols with equipment and on the farm. Mike Davis talks with State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler.

At the Chapel Hill Public Library and soon on Rosemary Street, a non-profit called B3 Coffee can’t wait to pour your next cup. B3 is dedicated to equal opportunities for all abilities. W. H. Hayes has more from Carolina Connection, student radio from Carolina Connection, student radio from the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media.

Special events are coming to help the blind enjoy the outdoors .. Mike and Amanda from 94-7 QDR found out more.

Inflation is still very much on the minds of North Carolinians interviewed for the newest High Point University Poll. To find out more, Jeff Hamlin talked with poll director Martin Kiefer.

Cost-of-living increases and the end of federal aid from the pandemic helped boost the poverty rate to 12.4 percent last year, up from 7.8 percent in 2021, the Census Bureau reported Tuesday. Duke University professor Christina M. Gibson-Davis discussed those findings with Jeff Hamlin.

A new survey done by First Citizens Bank -- based in the Triangle -- shows small business owners are feeling confident about the near future outlook for their business, especially in North Carolina. Doug Sprecher with First Citizens talked about the results of the study with Rob Connett

There are still lot of questions about the decision by the ACC to add Stanford, Cal and SMU... Jeff Hamlin talked with News and Observer sports reporter Luke Decock.

Bug Fest invades the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences next Saturday, Sept. 16. Jeff Hamlin finds out more from the museum's Miranda Dowdy.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is looking for volunteers to help with their "Fall Litter Sweep." Sept. 16-30. Bridgette Barthe from NCDOT shared details of this month's event, and how it all works, with Rob Connett.

This Sunday (Sept. 10), The V Foundation will be hosting an event in Chapel Hill for Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month called "Dribble For Victory Over Cancer." Rebecca Erquitt from the foundation shared some of the details when she joined Rob Connett on the WPTF Morning Show.

With the pressures of development closing in all around them, fifth generation farm owners took steps to partner with Wake County and safeguard the legacy of their land, all with the help of the County’s newly expanded Farmland Preservation Program.. Jeff Hamlin talked with Wake County Commissioner Vicky Adamson