WPTF News

Winning $2 million Powerball ticket sold in Zebulon; Powerball Jackpot passes $1 billion

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: October 2, 2023, 10:49 am

There may not have been a Powerball jackpot winner, but a lucky ticket purchased in Zebulon, North Carolina won $2 million in Saturday’s drawing.… Read More

WPTF MORNING SHOW: 10/02/2023

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: October 2, 2023, 10:36 am

If you missed Monday’s show, we have you covered! Remember, you can listen to the “WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett” live from 6-9 AM on 98.5FM, 680AM, WPTF.com or the WPTF app.… Read More

Durham Police investigating Monday morning fatal shooting

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: October 2, 2023, 9:38 am

The Durham Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened on Worth Street Monday morning.… Read More

Durham Police are investigating Monday morning shooting in neighborhood

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: October 2, 2023, 9:25 am

Police are investigating a shooting in a Durham neighborhood. … Read More

Duke University hosting ESPN’s “College GameDay” for football for the first time ever

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: September 29, 2023, 1:20 pm

This Saturday, ESPN’s “College GameDay” is coming to Duke University — for the first time ever for a football game. … Read More

IBMA World of Bluegrass to leave Raleigh after 2024

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: September 29, 2023, 1:05 pm

The International Bluegrass Music Association announced they are looking for a new home for the World of Bluegrass convention and festival. … Read More

WPTF MORNING SHOW: 09/27/2023-09/29/2023

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: September 29, 2023, 9:32 am

If you missed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday’s show, we have you covered! Remember, you can listen to the “WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett” live from 6-9 AM on 98.5FM, 680AM, WPTF.com or the WPTF app. … Read More

Durham Police investigate series of crimes targeting Hispanic women

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: September 26, 2023, 11:53 am

The Durham Police department is investigating a string of related armed robberies and carjackings targeting Hispanic women. … Read More

WPTF MORNING SHOW: 09/26/2023

Author: Rob Connett | Date: September 26, 2023, 11:47 am

If you missed Tuesday’s show, we have you covered! Remember, you can listen to the “WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett” live from 6-9 AM on 98.5FM, 680AM, WPTF.com or the WPTF app. … Read More

Athletic directors speak out against NC Senate bill limiting NCHSAA authority

Author: Kaitlyn Aguiles | Date: September 25, 2023, 12:20 pm

Athletic directors are voicing their concerns about a bill passed by the North Carolina General Assembly that would extremely limit the authority of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA)… Read More

WPTF MORNING SHOW: 09/25/2023

Author: Rob Connett | Date: September 25, 2023, 12:08 pm

If you missed Monday’s show, we have you covered! … Read More

UNC Chapel Hill Shooting: Zijie Yan Killed in Attack, Suspect Held Without Bail

Author: WPTF Staff | Date: August 28, 2023, 1:59 pm

Story by: WPTF Staff EDITOR’S NOTE: This post will be continually updated to reflect the latest information. Live updates will be broadcast on WPTF 680AM and WPTF.com. Listen LIVE Link: WPTF.com. 08/29/2023 1230pm In a statement to the media, Monday’s fatal shooting at UNC Chapel Hill as Zijie Yan, a faculty member in the Department…… Read More