WPTF Morning News

The FFA is taking steps to start replacing outdated radar technology, and a story about two women taking first class seats. These story's and more as Tony Riggsbee talks with Jay Ratliff,

Some issues may arrive from the recent conflict between Jerome Powel and President Trump, as Trump is taking action due to the lack of federal interest rate cuts. Tony Riggsbee joins Jill Schlesinger to talk about this issue and more.

Tony Riggsbee joins Mike Murphy whos is on the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget as the Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff discussing the WSJ article on Social Security insolvency facing the next class of elected Senators.

Anna Freeman Moore, Curator at the State Capitol, part of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources, talks with Lisa Price about a new tour starting January 10 and running each Saturday in January which highlights how ancient Greek and Roman culture influenced modern North Carolina and the United States.

Katie O'Grady, CTA Specialist, Executive and CES Communications Expert talks with Lisa Price about the new gadgets and devices featured at CES2026 in Las Vegas.

Tony Riggsbee speaks with Lee Lilley, the NC Commerce Secretary, to discuss plans for Helene recovery in 2026 and other major initiatives being pursued this year.

President Trump has shown increasing interest in the acquisition of Greenland either by fee or by force. Tony Riggsbee talks to Dr. Navin Bapat, Professor of International Relations and Chair of the Department of Political Science at UNC-Chapel Hill about what benefits and issues could arise if the U.S. acquires or provides military support in Greenland.

Tony Riggsbee speaks with Bill Conroy a Veteran Central American Journalist about the recent attacks in Vensaeula and what might be next for country going forward.

Tony Riggsbee joins Stephanie Hawco the Media Relations Director for RDU Airport to discuss airport expansion and what it means to travelers through RDU.

Sammy Shelor with the Lonesome River Band shares with Lisa Price news about their tour, their new single, and their appearance this Saturday, Jan. 10, at the Liberty Showcase Theatre in Liberty, NC. Get tickets at thelibertyshowcase.com .

Former Venezuelan Ambassador Patrick Duddy joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and what might happen next for the Venezuela.

Nicolás Maduro was seen in court yesterday pleading not guilty, comments from the interim president of Venezuela has stated that she would like Maduro returned. Tony Riggsbee talks with CBS News White House correspondent Aaron Navarro about the kidnapping of president Maduro.

Dr. Melissa Campbell, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at Duke Health discusses with Lisa Price spiking numbers of flu cases, how to prevent the flu and new restrictions put in place at Duke hospitals until flu and respiratory virus numbers go down.

Brian Fletcher the Welcome Center Manager on I-85 North joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about maps and interesting people that have come into the center.

Forbes names their top U.S. airline of 2025, another big change on the horizon for Southwest Airlines, and more as Tony Riggsbee has his weekly conversation with Jay Ratliff

Robert Zoldos the Fire Chief for Durham Fire Department joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss recent changes to the department that start today.

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Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss accomplishments from the last year and goals for 2026.

Mitch Kokai the Director of Communications for John Locke Foundation and Carolina Journal joins Tony Riggsbee to look at the new state laws for 2026.

Lynn Williams the Public Relations Manager for Mt. Olive Pickle Company joins Lisa Price to share information about the annual Pickle Drop.

Cameron Laws the Creative Director of Artsplosure and First Night Raleigh joins Lisa Price tp talk about First Night Raleigh, how to buy tickets and everything you need to know about the event.

Rob Tart the CEO of the Durham Rescue Mission joins Tony Riggsbee to share details of their dinner and gifting event this afternoon.

Warren Keyes pm his 13th season with Santas Just Like me joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss what it means to children of color to see a Santa that looks like them.

Attorney General Jeff Jackson joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss 2025’s accomplishments and goals for 2026.

Tony Riggsbee joins BS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger about how people started and ended this year financially. She also gives some advice on financial resolutions for the upcoming year.