WPTE-FM (Virginia Beach, VA)

WPTE is a broadcast radio station that offers a Hot Adult Contemporary format and is licensed to Virginia Beach, Virginia, catering to the Hampton Roads area. The station is owned and managed by Entercom Communications. WPTE's studios are situated on Clearfield Avenue in Virginia Beach, and its transmitter is positioned in Chesapeake.

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#9535

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#1766

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Style hampered by trade war

11 hours ago | audacy.com | Megan Lynch

St. Louis, MO (KMOX) - You may be familiar with the Clayton lifestyle boutique Lusso. The owners also have a design house, Lusso Style, that creates fashion for female sports fans through partnerships with the MLS, MLB, and dozens of professional teams. This St. Louis-based women-owned business is bracing for what may happen to their brand in the wake of Trump Administration tariffs.
A 65-year old man is now charged in connection with an incident involving a gun at Fairview Southdale Hospital

1 day ago | audacy.com | Ari Bergeron |Laura Oakes

Investigators say Larry Sharp and his sister were arguing in their mother's hospital room when Sharp grabbed the sister's gun and threatened to shoot her. The incident prompted a lockdown of the hospital as law enforcement swarmed the area. The criminal complaint says the two were arguing over who should have power of attorney over their mother. Sharp then allegedly punched his sister several times in the head and pushed her into a chair.
Your shoes could make your household sick

1 day ago | audacy.com | Megan Lynch

Alton, IL (KMOX) - Your family could be tracking some pretty nasty things into your home on their shoes. "Bacterial, viral inspections, especially salmonella," explains Dr. Isha McConkey, family medicine physician with OSF Health Care in Alton, "we've got pesticides, chemicals, especially in this area."McConkey says you can also track in parasites like hookworms and roundworms.
Winona woman arrested Thursday in connection to 2011 infant death

1 day ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

A 43-year-old Winona woman was arrested Thursday morning in connection to the 2011 death of an infant known as "Baby Angel."The Winona County Sheriff's Office said the woman was taken into custody on suspicion of second-degree manslaughter and that her arraignment was set for 11 a.m. in Winona County District Court. A press conference detailing what led to the arrest is planned for 12:30 p.m.Baby Angel was found in the Mississippi River on September 5, 2011.
Minneapolis, St. Paul fire crews rescue man stuck in hole for six hours

1 day ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

A drain worker who was stuck for several hour in a 14-foot hole in Minneapolis was rescued early Thursday morning by Minneapolis fire rescue crews and the St. Paul Fire Rescue Squad. Around 9:28 p.m. Wednesday Minneapolis fire crews were called out on a report that a worker with a private company was stuck in a hole located in the front of 3848 13th Avenue South. Rescue crews found the man in a minimally shored-up hole approximately 5 x 10 feet, pinned under sand just above is waist.
Seguin's OT goal gives Stars 2-1 series lead

1 day ago | audacy.com | Gavin Spittle

Dallas wins their second straight in overtime against Colorado. Tyler Seguin scored the game winner to give Dallas a 2-1 series lead against the Colorado Avalanche. Host Gavin Spittle recaps the game. He talks about the return of Gabriel Landeskog and how great that is for the game of hockey for him to come back after a three-year absence. Gavin discusses the penalty that was called on Rantanen, which led to the Avalanche goal. Gavin credits the Stars for their massive penalty kill.
CIDRAP, Dr. Michael Osterholm, launch Vaccine Integrity Project to protect vaccine use in the United States

1 day ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

A new initiative launched by the the University of Minnesota's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy will bring together a steering committee tasked with engaging health and policy leaders about vaccines and immunization efforts in the United States. Dr. Michael Osterholm, Regents Professor and Director of CIDRAP, believes the Vaccine Integrity Project could play critical role in guiding recommendations around vaccines, using science-based information.
Governor Tim Walz criticizes President Donald Trump, urges unity around state budget, in annual State of the State address

1 day ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

With just a few weeks left before Minnesota lawmakers adjourn, Governor Tim Walz used his annual State of the State address Wednesday night at the State Capitol to encourage lawmakers to rally together around passing a budget and to criticize President Donald Trump's actions since once again taking the Oval Office. "Tonight, with the state of our state as strong as it's ever been, we gather to write the next chapter in our great Minnesota story.
Three new Metro Transit bus lines bring more construction projects to the Twin Cities

2 days ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

All the construction throughout the Twin Cities includes work on improving and updating Metro Transit's network of buses and trainsThis year three bus rapid transit lines are opening with the Metro Gold Line back becoming the first in March.
Teen suspended for posting picture of gun made of soda cans, mom sues school

2 days ago | audacy.com | Megan Lynch

A middle schooler in West Plains, Missouri took some Dr. Pepper cans and created the shape of an AK-47. He says he did it as part of a trend called can art. He posted a picture on Snapchat. Someone saw the post and a parent complained to the school. When the student arrived the next morning he was searched and suspended for 3 days for cyberbullying. Now his mother is suing the school.