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The WPTF Morning News airs weekdays from 5-9 a.m. ET. Each morning, you will receive local and national news, sports, entertainment, and live traffic reports, along with interviews regarding local news that matters, with a focus on showcasing local businesses and people. Plus, the crew will assure to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all morning long!
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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 Generical 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.
Treasurer Brad Briner discuss major initiatives of the year and what his office is proud of accomplishing in 2025 and a look ahead at 2026.
Bill Ellis and Carolyn Manno, show hosts for the 25th Annual American Kennel Club National Championship will discuss the championship and more.
Gary Pearce, Political Consultant joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about Jim Hunt’s legacy
Jesse Garcia Spokesperson for Amazon joins Tony Riggsbee to discus porch piracy and ways the company has to and what the buyer can do to protect their purchases from theft.
Blake Huff with Meadow Christmas Lights joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about the largest and oldest Christmas light show in Eastern North Carolina, featuring over 30 acres of Christmas lights, a train ride, and an old fashioned candy store.
State Auditor Dave Boliek joins Tony Riggsbee to talk about this year in review for 2025 and what the office hopes to accomplish in 2026.
Viki Baker the Director of Community Engagement with Urban Ministries of Durham joins Tony Riggsbee to discus the “Help Make This Season Brighter One Wish at a Time” initiative which aims to children staying at the UMD shelter. Each child has shared their wish list of heartfelt requests that bring comfort and joy. When you purchase an item from this list, you are doing more than giving a gift. You are ensuring every child experiences the joy of the season. Gifts are needed by Dec. 22 and should be delivered to UMD at 410 Liberty Street, Durham, NC 27701.
Dr. David McLennon Political Science Professor for Meredith College discuss with Tony Riggsbee the President’s address to the nation on accomplishments in 2025 and thoughts on his statement.
Commissioner Luke Farley with the Department of Labor discuss with Tony Riggsbee the year in review and new elevator ratings.
Dr. Michael Walden , William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor and Extension Economist at North Carolina State University and a member of the Graduate Economics faculty with The Poole College of Management joins Tony Riggsbee to discus the economy for 2025 and his predictions for 2026 and how he thinks the Red will do next year.
Dr. Patrice Covington Owner & Lead Veterinarian of Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital discuss with Tony Riggsbee pet safety at the holidays.
Tony Riggsbee speaks with Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler to discus this year in agriculture.
Mitch Kokai the Director of Communications for the John Locke Foundation and the Carolina Journal joins Tony Riggsbee to take a look at the past year in politics and the state’s economy.
President Trump is seeing some backlash for comments made about Rob Reiner after his death, Tony Riggsbee joins Natalie Brand to talk about the President's comments.
Lonnie Jordan (lead vocalist, keyboardist, original member) of the legendary group WAR and Jerry Goldstein who conceived the group and has been its longtime manager and producer talked with Lisa Price about their new holiday single, "(Yes, it's Christmas)".
Rumors persist that Spirit Airlines could be on the brink of collapse, and a JetBlue flight dodges midair collision with a US military refueling tanker, These story's and more as Lisa Price has her weekly talk with Jay Ratliff.
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