WPTF-AM (Raleigh, NC)

WPTF, known as "NewsRadio 680," is a radio station focused on news and talk programming for the Triangle region, which includes Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill in North Carolina. It is operated by Curtis Media Group. The station's call letters are a nod to its previous owner, Durham Life Insurance Company, which had the slogan "We Protect The Family." The station's studios are based in Raleigh, while its transmitter tower is situated in Cary, North Carolina.

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Knueppel, Flagg help No. 2 Duke pull away late to beat rival UNC 82-69

1 month ago | wptf.com | Josh Ellis

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Freshman Kon Knueppel scored 17 points to help No. 2 Duke beat rival North Carolina 82-69 on Saturday night and clinch the outright Atlantic Coast Conference regular-season title. Cooper Flagg added 15 points, nine rebounds and six assists despite first-half foul trouble for the Blue Devils (28-3, 19-1).
Help for Hurricane Helene Victims: How You Can Support

Sep 30, 2024 | wptf.com | Josh Ellis

Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation across Western North Carolina and beyond. Below are the different ways you can contribute to relief efforts, from donating through the Red Cross to applying for FEMA assistance and supporting local donation drives. If you’ve suffered uninsured damage due to Hurricane Helene, FEMA offers disaster assistance, including help with temporary lodging, home repairs, and personal property loss. Online: Visit DisasterAssistance.gov.
Tua Tagovailoa is dealing with another concussion. What we know and what happens next

Sep 13, 2024 | wptf.com | Josh Ellis

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports WriterMIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa is now dealing with the third diagnosed concussion of his NFL career, all of them coming in the last 24 months. And there are now questions about his future — both short-term and long-term. The Miami Dolphins quarterback was hurt in his team’s 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night, sustaining the injury on a play where he collided into Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/15/23: Paws For Life, and TapYard

Dec 15, 2023 | wptf.com | Rob Connett

If you missed Thursdayday’s interviews, or want to listen to them again, here’s a recap! INTERVIEW WITH PAWS FOR LIFE Paws For Life is an animal rescue in the Triangle, helping dogs and cats find forever homes. President Carla Roshitshi and fundraising director Anna Russell joined Rob Connett to talk about their mission.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/14/23: Just Two Questions, and Local Comedy

Dec 14, 2023 | wptf.com | Rob Connett

If you missed Thursdayday’s interviews, or want to listen to them again, here’s a recap! INTERVIEW WITH IVET PRUNER & BENAISHA DOCTOR Ivet Pruner and Benaisha Doctor, of the local organization “Happiness Productions,” have created a new project called “Just Two Questions.” They joined Rob Connett to explain the mission of their project, and how you can help participate.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/13/23: ALS United NC, Hope Reins, and Lawson Insurance Group

Dec 13, 2023 | wptf.com | Kaitlyn Aguiles

If you missed Tuesday’s interviews, or want to listen to them again, we have you covered! INTERVIEW WITH DAVE SHORE ALS has been an issue for many over the past decades. Thankfully for those here in North Carolina, ALS United NC, is excited to unveil its new support program to aid those living in NC suffering from the condition. INTERVIEW WITH KIM TSCHIRRET Hope Reins has been helping children dealing with trauma in a very unique way.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/12/23: Is Buc-ee's Still Coming to Mebane?

Dec 12, 2023 | wptf.com | Kaitlyn Aguiles

If you missed Tuesday’s interviews, or want to listen to them again, we have you covered! INTERVIEW WITH YVONNE VICTOR You might have big plans, or resolutions, for the new year. Before you make those goals, there are five steps to go through, according to life coach and author Yvonne Victor. INTERVIEW WITH MEBANE MAYOR ED HOOKS On Monday night, the Mebane Planning Board voted 6-3 to recommend denying the proposal to bring Buc-ee’s to the area.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/11/23: Cleanup Begins After Garner Tornado

Dec 11, 2023 | wptf.com | Kaitlyn Aguiles

If you missed Monday’s interviews, or want to listen to them again, we have you covered! INTERVIEW WITH LANCE BLOCKER CBS17 Meteorologist Lance Blocker was on TV all day Sunday with live coverage of the severe weather that rolled through the Triangle, and the tornado that touched down in Garner. He recapped the event with Rob Connett. INTERVIEW WITH NICK PETRO Residents in Garner continue to clean up from Sunday’s EF-1 tornado.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/8/23: Cooking for Children, Mike Raley's Christmas List, and Duke's Mayo

Dec 8, 2023 | wptf.com | Rob Connett

Our show on Friday morning was PACKED! Here’s a full recap! INTERVIEW WITH DAVE DOWNEY CBS17 Meteorologist Dave Downey details this weekend’s forecast for the Triangle, which includes some possible thunderstorms on Sunday!INTERVIEW WITH ANDY ESSER Edward Jones Financial Advisor Andy Esser discusses optimism and the financial habits of GenNexters, young people between the ages of 18 and 34, in the aftermath of the Great Resignation, high inflation, and the COVID 19 pendemic.
WPTF MORNING SHOW 12/7/23: Solar Energy and Stress Eating

Dec 7, 2023 | wptf.com | Rob Connett

Did you miss Thursday’s show? We have you covered! INTERVIEW WITH ABIGAIL ROSS HOPPER Energy costs have gone up over the past year, and that’s turning some people over to solar energy. Here in North Carolina, about 10% of our electricity comes from solar energy now. Abigail Ross Hopper, the President and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association, talked to Rob Connett about some solar trends for our state. INTERVIEW WITH CHRIS RUMBLEY A new neighborhood has been built near Falls Lake.