WPTF Morning News

Marie Bethea with the help of her husband, her right hand man, bring a fusion of Haitian and American cuisine in a Caribbean food truck. They both join Chris Edwards to tell their story.

There are several community events coming up in the Town of Selma and joining Chris Edwards to chat more about those events in today's Talk of the Town segment is Nikki Wall the Community Engagement Coordinator for the Town of Selma

For the first time in nearly 75 years, Fuquay-Varina will celebrate the opening of a new fire station. On Thursday the town will hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Fire Station 4, a facility of over 18,000 square feet that will house both the town's Fire Department and Wake County Emergency Medical Services. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this facility is Jim Jones, Fuquay...

Thanks to an ongoing effort in achieving equitable access thousands more Americans in underserved communities have received benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) however, many more can receive financial assistance from Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this is Abigail Zapote, Senior Advisor for the Social Security Administration.

We are just a few months away from the return of the US Open to Pinehurst - marking the 4th time the tournament will be held in our state. Joining Chris Edwards to preview the Tournament and talk about his experience in Pinehurst is Scott Langley, Senior Director of Player Relations for the United States Golf Association.

Potential changes coming in the housing industry, sellers may not be required to pay a commission to the buyers agent. This change may be coming in July and many agents are worried and may end up leaving the profession. Jill Schlesinger talks with Chris Edwards about this and more.

A Chinese man tossing a coin into an engine for good luck causing a major delay, and even more Boeing issues. These story's and more with aviation analyst Jay Ratliff.

Panama Disease has devastated banana crops for centuries and it threatens the modern cavendish. These are not the only issues the banana is facing, as it is been affected by other diseases as well as climate change, causing price increases for many, and harming the industry. Distinguished Professor James Dale, from the Queensland University of Technology, has spent the past 30 years. developing te...

Springtime is the peak time when people start raising chickens and owners add to their backyard flocks. It’s also the height of migration season for birds, a time when our nation’s poultry are at higher risk from the threat of dangerous diseases, like avian influenza and currently, the U.S. is experiencing the largest Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak in history. Joining Chris Edwa...

Earlier this week the US House passed a bill with bipartisan support that calls for TikTok's parent company to sell or it would be banned in the United States. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this bill and its potential impacts is Sam Green, NIL Content Advisor at META.

The TikTok ban has gotten past the house and is on its way to the senate. This bipartisan bill has been moved very fast though the house, which has been raising concerns for many users of the app. Scott MacFarlane with CBS joins Chris Edwards to talk about the bill and what could potently happen if it does end in a ban.

A lot of people are building new homes in Wake County, and many wonder if it is a feasible option in the current housing market. Amanda Hoyle from Tri Pointe Homes, joins the WPTF Morning Show to talk about the market and what is expected to change in 2024.

On Tuesday the Haitian Prime Minister resigned after gangs managed to take control over many parts of the county. Many countries are calling for a new election in Haiti in order to restore some order in the country. Russia has also stated again that they are prepared to consider the nuclear option . Jeff McCausland, CBS News Military Analyst, joins Chris Edwards to talk about the situation in Hait...

A new study of how high school students respond to a program designed to increase the frequency and quality of conversations about race in school finds that the anti-racist intervention did not cause stress or feelings of alienation among study participants. The finding rebuts concerns that anti-racist programs are harmful to children and teens. Joining Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to talk more...

The ACC Men's Basketball Tournament tips off today in our Nation's Capitol with three games today including one of our local teams, NC State in action as the Wolfpack takes Louisville at 4:30. Here to talk more about this years Tournament is David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network.

The National League of Cities (NLC), a nonpartisan organization that works to strengthen local leadership, influence federal policy and drive innovative solutions, is bringing more than 2,800 local leaders from across the country to Washington D.C. for a three-day conference. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this is Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams in today's Talk of the Town Segment.

Ella's Race is coming soon! The race takes place every year to raise money to fund the fight against pediatric brain cancer. It claimed the life of Ella several years ago. Chris and Jon talk to Ranae Newmiller about losing her daughter and starting this race.

A man calling in a bomb threat to delay a flight, Boeing being investigated by the Department of Justice. Jay Ratliff talks about this and more with Chris Edwards.

The unemployment rate has raised slightly but thankfully that isn't exactly a bad thing, "Quit rates' have also seen a lot of improvement lately. This has had some affects on the federal reserve, whish has been trying to slow down the labor market. Jill Schlesinger tells Chris Edwards all the details on the WPTF Morning Show.

Arianna Lavallee of Frank Del Palazzo and Associates in North Carolina talks about retirement strategies and planning in 2024.

Comedian Joe Perrow joins Jon Champion to talk about an upcoming show and more.

The weather is changing and a little unpredictable this time food year.  Earlier we spoke with Josh Radford, the owner of A&M Heating and Cooling about preventive maintenance of heating and cooling systems, and how that will save money in the long run.

The weather is changing and a little unpredictable this time food year.  Earlier we spoke with Josh Radford, the owner of A&M Heating and Cooling about preventive maintenance of heating and cooling systems, and how that will save money in the long run.

This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week! Nick Pietro of the National Weather Service office in Raleigh joins Jon Champion to talk about what you need to be ready for bad weather in the spring.

Spring Breaks travel time is here and consumers are concerned about safety and spending. Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon joins Jon Champion to discuss travel safety and ways to get the most for your money.