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WPTF Afternoon News
Hosted by WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680 · EN
The WPTF Afternoon News airs weekdays from 3-5 p.m. ET. Each afernoon, 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 you to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all afternoon long!
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Amy Sayle at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center discusses the Full Strawberry Moon set to appear on Monday night
Jun 2900:07:28Tap to summarizeLook to the southeastern sky Monday evening and you’ll see June’s full moon rising just after sunset. Astronomically, the Moon reaches its full phase at 7:56 p.m. on June 29, but it will appear full throughout the night. The June full moon is also known as the strawberry moon, but don't expect a pink or red Moon. Amy Sayle, from the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC-Chapel Hill, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what to expect from the Strawberry Moon.
Transcribe →Dr. Andy Bobyarchick of the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences at UNC Charlotte discusses the continued efforts of Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone
Jun 2900:06:16Tap to summarizeWith the window for finding survivors shrinking fast, Venezuelans combed through more ruins of buildings toppled by last week’s devastating back-to-back earthquakes Meanwhile, a 4.6 magnitude aftershock rumbled through the disaster zone in the northern state of La Guaira. Dr. Andy Bobyarchick, with the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences at UNC Charlotte, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss earthquakes.
Transcribe →Writer for the Assembly Bryan Anderson discusses a NC budget deal being reached with lawmakers aiming to vote this week on a spending plan
Jun 2900:04:10Tap to summarizeNorth Carolina lawmakers — who spent the weekend deliberating over proposals in a long-awaited state budget — have reached a budget deal and aim to vote on the spending plan this week. Bryan Anderson, writer for the Assembly, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss details about the long-awaited budget.
Transcribe →Managing Editor at Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader Sean Tucker
Jun 2600:03:41Tap to summarizeSummer is here, and for many people, it's the perfect time to shop for a new ride. But with vehicle prices, interest rates, and inventory continuing to shift, deciding whether to buy new or used, and when to buy, can be a challenge.Joining WPTF to break down the current car market and share tips for getting the best value is Sean Tucker, Managing Editor at Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader.
Transcribe →Director of Durham County Department of Social Services Maggie Clapp on SNAP Benefits
Jun 2600:04:55Tap to summarizeWPTF's very own Jon Champion was joined by Maggie Clapp, Director of Durham County Department of Social Services, to discuss Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits and changes in the program as well as how it's affecting consumers.
Transcribe →Editor of Pack Pride Cory Smith discusses North Carolina and N.C. State men’s basketball to face off in nonconference game in December
Jun 2500:07:46Tap to summarizeNorth Carolina and N.C. State will play in a nonconference game at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro next winter, according to Pack Pride. While details haven't been finalized, the game is expected to be played on December 15. The Tar Heels and the Wolfpack are slated to play just one conference game next year at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. Cory Smith, the Editor of Pack Pride, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the nonconference game.
Transcribe →RDU Airport spokesperson Stephanie Hawco discusses RDU travelers adapting as summer demand surges and ongoing construction
Jun 2500:03:59Tap to summarizeTravelers at Raleigh-Durham International Airport are navigating high airfare, construction, and booming summer demand as the airport works to expand capacity and improve the passenger experience. Stephanie Hawco, spokesperson for Raleigh Durham International Airport, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the summer demand.
Transcribe →Dr. Kevin Stewart of the UNC Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences discusses the two earthquakes that hit Venezuela
Jun 2500:05:25Tap to summarizeWorld leaders and Venezuela related celebrities are reacting with offers and solidarity after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation on Wednesday, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings. There were also earthquakes reported in Japan and in California on Wednesday. Dr. Kevin Stewart, with UNC-Chapel Hill’s Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss why so many earthquakes happened so quickly.
Transcribe →Meredith College Political Science Professor David McLennan discusses the New York primary results that have lead to more questions for Democratic party
Jun 2500:06:44Tap to summarizeDemocratic congressional primary results in New York City are accelerating the party's debate over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. A trio of candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani all won after harshly criticizing Israel. Many progressives accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza, an accusation rejected by Israel, and want Democrats to take a firmer stand against the Israeli government
Transcribe →Salve Regina University's Nationhood Lab Director Colin Woodard discusses why America feels so divided as 250th birthday draws closer
Jun 2500:08:08Tap to summarizeColin Woodard, Salve Regina University’s Nationhood Lab Director, has research which shows that a common belief in the principles of the Declaration of Independence still holds us together. Recent polling from Nationhood Lab found Americans agreed by a 97-2 margin that citizens are duty-bound to protect one another’s rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Woodard joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss more results from his survey.
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