WUNC-FM (Chapel Hill, NC)

WUNC-FM serves as the main National Public Radio station for North Carolina's Research Triangle, transmitting on the FM frequency of 91.5 MHz. Located in Chapel Hill and managed by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the station features programming from NPR, American Public Media, Public Radio International, and the BBC, all presented in a format focused on news and information. During the weekends, WUNC-FM showcases locally crafted folk music shows, with "Back Porch Music" being the station's longest-running program, dedicated to folk and traditional music on a weekly basis.

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Hurricane season is here. What lessons did the state learn from Helene?

1 day ago | wunc.org | Mary Helen Moore

Another Atlantic hurricane season begins this week, and leaders in North Carolina — still reeling from Helene, the deadliest storm to strike the state in centuries — are worried federal cuts leave the state vulnerable. "We're heading into this hurricane season with more uncertainty than usual," Gov. Josh Stein told reporters Thursday.
Air traffic overhaul obstacles

1 day ago | wunc.org | Joel Rose

The fragile state of the U.S. air traffic control system was easy to see during the recent outages in Newark. But it will be a lot harder to make up for decades of underinvestment and other mistakes. Copyright 2025 NPR
The hunt for a million dollar fish

2 days ago | wunc.org | Anisa Khalifa |Charlie Shelton-Ormond |Jerad Walker

Marlin fishing helps fuel a billion dollar recreational saltwater fishing industry. Much of it is situated on the North Carolina coast, which also happens to be the site of one of the oldest and most celebrated fishing competitions in the world – the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. It’s an event filled with high stakes drama, and it continues to grow. But are there enough blue marlin in the ocean for the good times to keep rolling on?
New NC Moms on Medicaid can now use virtual lactation services through Aeroflow Health

3 days ago | wunc.org | Sharryse Piggott

An Asheville-based healthcare company is partnering with NC Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare to provide new moms access to virtual lactation support services. Aeroflow Health is a nationwide provider of products like breastfeeding pumps and diapers. Amanda Minimi, the vice president of health solution marketing and operations at Aeroflow, said the company has a special relationship with first moms. “In western North Carolina, we have a lot of maternal care deserts,” she said.
'Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning' reveals lack of hurricane preparedness in U.S.

3 days ago | wunc.org | Jeff Tiberii |Stacia M. Brown

NPR investigative correspondent Laura Sullivan shares her reporting the new PBS documentary, Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning, and what the fateful storm revealed about America’s lack of preparedness for future natural disasters. Guest Laura Sullivan, NPR investigative correspondent
What to expect during the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season

3 days ago | wunc.org | Jeff Tiberii

As hurricane season begins in North Carolina and along the Atlantic coast, Due South’s Jeff Tiberii talks to WCNC chief meteorologist Brad Panovich about what may be on the horizon regarding storms this summer. GuestBrad Panovich, WCNC chief meteorologist
NC immigration legislation targets 'sanctuary cities' and universities

3 days ago | wunc.org | Mary Helen Moore

Legislation that would further crack down on immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally is advancing in North Carolina. Senate Bill 153 — the "North Carolina Border Protection Act" — attempts to advance President Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda. The bill would deepen the state's relationship with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, make "sanctuary cities" liable for crimes committed in their jurisdictions and restrict universities from defying ICE.
Michelin Guide; 'Audacity in Motion;' Margaret Severin Hansen's last dance

4 days ago | wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown

The recent announcement of a new Michelin guide dedicated to the American South has sent a ripple of excitement through several Southern states, including North Carolina. We’ll talk to a member of one of the tourism boards who help to finance the Michelin guide and learn more about the restaurant selection process.
NPS: ‘Incendiary device’ under investigation after Blue Ridge Parkway evacuation Sunday

4 days ago | wunc.org | Felicia Sonmez

This is a developing story and will be updated. A section of the Blue Ridge Parkway was temporarily closed on Sunday after the discovery of an “improvised incendiary device,” according to a news release issued Monday from the National Park Service. The device, officials said, was found near the Folk Art Center in East Asheville.
Wake County private schools got $57M in state funds this year. What does that mean for schools?

4 days ago | wunc.org | Liz Schlemmer

Greek columns flank the front doors of Thales Academy Raleigh, tucked away in a diverse neighborhood on the northeast side of the city. Inside, the hallways are tidy and filled with murals of great scientists, mathematicians, and entrepreneurs. In a second grade class, the teacher leads a reading lesson. Students point to each word in their books as they read vocabulary aloud in chorus, "ancient… language… army!"The day's reading is about the Trojan War.