WPTF Morning News

Severe Weather will affect all of us in our lifetime, and severe weather preparedness is something we should all participate in, regularly. Jon Champion speaks with Nick Petro from the National Weather Service to give some tips about how we should prepare and look out for.

Many people have been affected by fraud one way or another in their life and AARP has been making strides to help prevent fraud. Jon Champion speaks with Kathy Stokes of AARP about fraud and easy ways you can help prevent it.

Vic Armstrong, VP of Health Equity at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Jon Champion to discuss how to spot risk and warning signs for suicide and how to begin a conversation about mental health and suicide prevention.

North Carolina 13th District Congressman Wiley Nickel has weighed in on the situation of the current post office in Holly Springs and its need for the current facility to be upgraded to meet the needs of the growing community. Congressman Nickel talks with Chris Edwards about the issue.

Downtown Oxford is hosting their CultureFest coming soon. it is a great event that was started in order to celebrate the all cultures from around the world . Chris Edwards has the please of talking to Cathy Anna, the Events Planner and Ajulo Othow, the sponsor of the event.

We take a moment to pause and salute those who serve and protect our communities each day while also honoring those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice serving others. Chris Edwards joins Police Lieutenant Jason Borneo to0 talk about the force and how we can celebrate them.

Chris Edwards talks with Jeff McCausland about what's going on in Ukraine and Israel.

The fight for the 13th congressional district is underway runner Brad Knott, is glad to announce that his opponent has dropped out and endorsed him. Chris Edwards has the please to speak with Brad about his plans going forward.

National Small Business Week continues and we want to highlight some of the work that is being done on behalf of small business in Wake County. Chris Edwards with Dustin Williams, President of the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce.

The Hush Money trial against former President Donald Trump continues in a New York courtroom today and closing arguments are still being made in the Google anti-trust lawsuit, joining Chris Edwards to break all of this down is CBS Legal Analyst, Thane Rosenbaum.

Wake County Planners are inviting the public to weigh in on the growth and development of a 28,000-acre area of southwestern Wake County. The 44-square-mile Western Wake area is bordered by Chatham and Harnett counties and includes Harris Lake and the Jordan Lake watershed. Chris Edwards talks more about this is Sharon Peterson, Long Range Planning Administrator for Wake County.

Volition America brand has been a growing, ongoing movement of real American Patriotism with a defined purpose of supporting those who protect our freedom of choice. They have given a number of Scholarships to family members of fallen and disabled military and first responders. Jon Campion speaks with Founder and Owner John Sapiente.

The second primary in North Carolina is coming soon, with a number of key primary races for both congress as well as state-wide. One of the key races on a state level is the Republican race for State Auditor, one of those running in this run-off election is Dave Boliek. He has the chance to speak with Chris Edwards.

The Spring Fling Festival is taking place at the State Farmer's Market and you can enjoy great food, contests and prizes. Chris Edwards and Jon Champion visit with the Manager of the State Farmer's Market, Monica Wood.

There are several key items of note going on both state-wide and nationally and Chris Edwards discusses all of these events with North Carolina Senior Senator Thom Tillis.

Hal Weatherman is running for Lt. Governor in North Carolina as a Republican. Chris Edwards has the chance to speak with him about the race and what he plans on doing should he take office.

School Principals and the work they do for their students can often go unnoticed and unappreciated. Chris Edwards gets to speak with Rhonda Curtis, Principal at Vandora Springs Elementary School, about the role she plays in the education system.

As we inch closer to election day we continue to highlight key issues that will be part of the 2024 Presidential Campaign with people involved in the race. Chris Edwards and Jon Champion speak with the former US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson.

After the deadly standoff in Charlotte that took the lives of four members of the US Marshal's, many are mourning and wondering why this happened. Chris Edwards speaks with retired Police Lieutenant Steve Hauck about happened. (Photo Courtesy: Steve Hauck)

New Junior Achievement and MissionSquare Foundations research shows that the majority of teens are confident about retirement, yet face significant knowledge gaps. Chris Edwards speaks with Ed Grocholski with Junior Achievement about this study and why teens think this.

According to survey's in the US alone, approximately 6.5 million pets go into animal shelters. Chris Edwards talks with Meagan Frost, Community Outreach Manager for Wake County's Environmental and Animal Services to help spread the word on pet adoption and how you can get involved.

To Celebrate National Small Business Week, Chris Edwards speaks to Drew Maloney, President & CEO, American Investment Council.

New laws for financial advisors are going through that many financial advisors aren't a big fan of. These new laws will require financial advisors to act in their clients best interest. To talk more about these new laws, Chris Edwards talked to Jill Schlesinger.

Big changes coming to Southwest Airlines, a Delta flight having to have an emergency landing after part of the plane falls off, and more. Chris Edwards talks to Jay Ratliff

Chris Edwards talks all things Beach Music with the front man for the classic band the Embers as Craig Woolard.