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The election director in North Carolina, a key swing state, is ousted after a Republican power play

The election director in North Carolina, a key swing state, is ousted after a Republican power play

By GARY D. ROBERTSON Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina elections board ousted its widely respected executive director Wednesday in a partisan move that will put Republicans in control of election operations…

Bear sightings rise across North Carolina as breeding season begins

WPTF StaffMay 6, 2025
Bear sightings rise across North Carolina as breeding season begins

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – Black near sightings are on the rise across North Carolina, with reports coming in from both rural and urban areas. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission attributes the increase to seasonal…

From debate to dialogue: In a contentious era, ‘Ethics Bowl’ offers students a gentler alternative

From debate to dialogue: In a contentious era, ‘Ethics Bowl’ offers students a gentler alternative

By TRAVIS LOLLER Associated Press CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — A contrast: At the National Speech and Debate Tournament, two high school students take the stage. The first articulates the position he has been assigned…

AAA highlights smartphone feature that could reduce distracted driving

WPTF StaffApr 30, 2025
AAA highlights smartphone feature that could reduce distracted driving

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – Distracted driving remains a leading factor in crashes across the country, despite laws and awareness efforts aimed at reducing it. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 9%…

Why the ninebark shrub deserves a spot in your garden

WPTF StaffApr 29, 2025
Why the ninebark shrub deserves a spot in your garden

By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener How many of you have ever heard of the Ninebark shrub or Physocarpus opulifolius for those of you who like to get technical? I hadn’t until recently! Since then…

Remembering lives lost: Workers Memorial Day ceremony held in Raleigh

WPTF StaffApr 28, 2025
Remembering lives lost: Workers Memorial Day ceremony held in Raleigh

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – More than 100 North Carolinians who died last year while on the job were honored Monday during Workers Memorial Day events in Raleigh. Workers Memorial Day is observed annually across the…