WPTF Morning News

A passenger knocking out a gate agent, and an update on the report of the air India crash. Tease story's and more as Tony Riggsbee joins Jay Ratliff.

Financial independence is a goal for many American's even if a lot of them are unaware of what that even means. Financial independence is achievable for many if you just follow a few steps. Tony Riggsbee talks with Jill Schlesinger about some of the ways you can achieve financial independence.

Wake Forest is know as the "Purple Heart Community" and for good reason. Wake Forest goes out of their way to recognize and honor members of the community who have been injured or killed in combat. One way they are doing this is a banquet that the Wake Forest purples Heart Foundation is putting on. Tony Riggsbee speaks with Renee Hill and David Martin, Chairmen of the Wake Forest purples heart fou...

With the signing of President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, many North Carolinians will be losing snap ad Medicaid benefits. These are just some of the effects the bill will have on the state of North Carolina, it might also increase electricity prices in the long run. Tony Riggsbee joins Alex Jacquez Chief of Policy and Advocacy for the Groundwork Collaborative about how the bill will affect North...

Walleye population and fishing success story's are on the rise this season. The Division of Inland Fisheries has been keeping track of Walleye numbers for decades and they are notably on the rise. Scott Loftis, Mountain Aquatic Habitat Coordinator with the Division of Inland Fisheries joins Jon Champion to talk about the fish.

Garner Fire and Rescue has merged with the city of Garner to form a new city ran fire department. Tony Riggsbee talks with Buddy Gupton the Mayor of Garner about the new Fire Department and other new developments going on in the town.

Flooding has been in the news all over North Carolina since Tropical Depression Chantal. There are ongoing plans at Lake Crabtree to expand flood monitoring systems. Mark Hamlet, the General Service Administration Deputy Director joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about the new systems and future plans for water monitoring at Lake Crabtree.

A passenger saves the day after hearing a threat, Sweden now begging airlines to return after years of "flight shaming" and more as Tony Riggsbee has his weekly talk with Jay Ratliff.

President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' became law last and many Americans are left wondering that this means for their taxes and how it will affect the economy. Tony Riggsbee is joined by Jill Schlesinger the CBS News Business Analyst to talk about the impact of this bill.

Brownfield sites have caused environmental issues across the state leading to population and due to regulations the inability to developed the land they occupy. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has been making efforts to clean up these sites and prepare them to be occupied. Jon Champion talks with Reid Wilson, the Secretary North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,...

President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Budget Bill' passes in the Senate after a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance. What kind of challenge will it face in the U.S. House? Jon Champion talks with CBS News Washington Correspondent Natalie Brand about the bill and more.

Tom Campbell, the longtime host of NC Spin joins Tony Riggsbee to talk all things politics going on in the North Carolina. Touching on some major announcements from Thom Tillis and President Trumps Big Beautiful Bill.

It’s wild to think Tuesday marks the halfway point of 2025. And while you might be coasting through this short holiday week, CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger tells Tony Riggsbee now’s the perfect time to consider giving your finances a checkup.

Thom Tillis has announced that he will not be running for reelection. This follows an attack on him by president trump in regards to his thought on the 'Big Beautiful Bill.' Many are left wondering if this bill has something to do with this announcement. Tony Riggsbee is joined by Natalie Brand to talk about this and more.

A hail storm in Atlanta caused 90 flights to be diverted, a cybercriminal group is targeting US airlines and more. All in tony Riggsbees weekly talk with Jay Ratliff.

Julius Jefferson has been named Police Chief for the Town of Wake Forest. Jon Champion talks with him about his vision for the growing Wake County town.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness raises concerns over Congress’ reconciliation bill that would slash Medicaid funding—the largest payer of mental health services in America. If passed, this bill could leave 10.9 million people uninsured, including 7.8 million people who rely on Medicaid, putting access to lifesaving mental health care in jeopardy. Jon Champion talks with NAMI representative...

Raleigh based start-up Roboro has developed an AI platform to help people better track state legislation. Jon Champion talks with Paul Rava, the Co-Founder and CEO of Roboro.

WakeEd Partnership hosts a summer program for students that exposes them to opportunities with area companies. Jon Champion talks with organization President Keith Poston.

As the effects of climate change intensify, they increase the cost of everything from electric bills to insurance premiums. How are current climate policies having an impact on these issues? Tony Riggsbee talked with David Kieve, President of EDF Action.

Airlines are adjusting flight routes in the middle east to the Iran conflict, Delta Airlines charging solo flyers 70% more then if two are flying, and more. All in Jon Champions weekly conversation with Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff

The Social Security surplus is running out, if this trend continues we will run out of the surplus by 2033. This could lead to some people not able to receive benefits if something does not change. Jon Champion talks with CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger about this issue and ways we might be able to help.

Fort Dobbs is hosting an event on June 28th to show off historic trades, some of these include map making and black smithing. Tony Riggsbee talks with Scott Douglas the Historic Site Manager for Fort Dobbs about this event.

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell is at the National Association of Mayors. This is her first time going, She joins Tony Riggsbee from the meeting in Tampa about her first 6 months in office and what she plans on gaining from the meeting.

Mt. Olive is unveiling the "Pickle Parlor," a 1920s themed giftshop that offers all sorts of pickle related merchandise. Tony Riggsbee talks to Lynn Williams of Mt. Olive Pickle about this new reveal.