WPTF Morning News

Comedian Andy Forrester returned to the WPTF studio, and shared his thoughts on the perfect time to eat dinner.

Comedian Andy Forrester returned to the WPTF Morning Show on Wednesday, and talked about his most recent show at a North Carolina casino, and how some scenarios -- like the average age of the audience -- can affect his stand-up routine.

Many people around the Triangle spent Monday night and Tuesday morning cleaning up from those strong storms that rolled through the area earlier this week -- including local comedian Andy Forrester. He was back in-studio this morning to share his experience.

CBS 17 Meteorologist Laura Smith gives details on today's forecast, and when we can expect the next round of rain and thunderstorms. And comedian Andy Forrester joins the conversation to ask Laura an important question.

It's back-to-school season...and two of the major stresses for families this time of the year include staying on budget, and keeping your kids safe. Award-winning consumer tech journalist Jennifer Jolly shared some gift ideas that could help, when she joined the WPTF Morning Show earlier today.

Last nights storm really did a number all along the east coast. Power outages all across the state, and some families have to deal with property damage. We are expecting another storm coming up late this week, Laura Smith tells you what you need to know.

You've probably noticed that you're paying more for gas today than you were a month ago. What's the main cause of that price jump? GasBuddy's Patrick DeHaan answered that question on the WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett.

Let's get to know the morning crew a little better, by playing a game called "Two Truths and a Lie."

CBS News Financial Expert Jill Schlesinger believes the Fed should pause on the interest rate hikes. She explained why in her Monday morning conversation with Rob Connett on the WPTF Morning Show.

It's going to be very hot in the Triangle this afternoon, followed by the potential for some nasty storms tonight. CBS 17 Meteorologist Lance Blocker went through the timeline with Rob Connett on the WPTF Morning Show.

If you have a flight planned in the next couple months, there is a possibility that it could be impacted -- in the form of delays -- because of engine inspections. Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff explained the situation, when he joined the WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett.

A little rain this weekend but more importantly, Today will be a nice cool temperature but up this weekend. Laura Smith had a more detailed forecast.

This time of the year can be exciting -- but stressful -- for teachers, who are preparing their classrooms for the new school year. There is a program in Wake County that allows teachers to get supplies for free . Rob Connett talked with Keith Poston from the Wake Ed Partnership about "Tools 4 Schools."

In the month of July, the Durham Fire Department dealt with seven arsons. Rob Connett talked with Deputy Fire Marshal Chris Wilcox about where the investigations stand, and if the fires are connected.

Zebulon is growing faster then any city in the triangle and have a lot of new things on the horizon. Kaleb Harmon joined our Kristine Bellino to tell us all about it.

The 21st annual "Kirby Derby" is coming up on August 19 in Dix Park in Raleigh. Rob Connett talked with the organizer, Chris Howell, about how the soapbox derby event got its start, the different themes they put on, and how you can sign up to participate.

Mirey Robotics U.S, Expansion Manager Lucy Bee discusses the launch and success of RoboPark in Raleigh, the genesis of the concept, and the event at Crabtree Valley Mall in North Carolina.

Temperatures continue to drop as we get further away from last week, and maybe some rain later this week. Laura Smith has more.

What is one fictitious place, from a TV show or movie, that you wish existed in real life? That was the topic today on the WPTF Morning Show "Roundtable."

Mirey Robotics U.S, Expansion Manager Lucy Bee discusses the launch and success of RoboPark in Raleigh, the genesis of the concept, and the event at Crabtree Valley Mall in North Carolina.

Cooler temperatures all around, a beautiful week ahead of us and we are enjoying it. Laura Smith has the details.

As parents get ready to send their children back to school soon, some might worry about the lack of teachers that is plaguing school systems all across the country. Waterford.org is an early learning program that is giving kids a research-based curriculum of learning. Senior Director of Curriculum Julie Christensen spoke with our own Jon Champion about their organization.

Over the weekend, there were three separate plane crashes across the country, including one at an air show in Wisconsin. Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff joined the WPTF Morning Show today to discuss the details.

After a week full of temperatures in the upper 90s, and heat indices near 110 degrees, we're finally cooling off around the Triangle this week. CBS 17 Meteorologist Laura Smith went through the details of the forecast, which also includes a chance of storms.

Saturday is National Chicken Wing Day, and the WPTF Morning Show celebrated a little early, by having Matt Ensero in-studio. He's the president of "Wing It On," which is a restaurant franchise that just celebrated its first full year in Fuquay-Varina.