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    Longtime WRAL anchor Charlie Gaddy dies at 93

    Charlie Gaddy (Credit WRAL/Capitol Broadcasting)

    Longtime WRAL anchor Charlie Gaddy dies at 93

    June 12, 2025

    RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) — Charlie Gaddy, one of North Carolina’s most recognizable broadcasters and a longtime anchor on WRAL-TV, has died at age 93. Before beginning his television career, Gaddy worked for a time at WPTF, the flagship station of the North Carolina News Network. In a 2024 interview marking WPTF’s 100th anniversary, he recalled the early days of local radio programming, including a show called Ask Your Neighbor.… Continue Reading

    Help Design the QDR Playlist

    Help Design the QDR Playlist

    August 2, 2022

    One of the main reasons you listen to QDR is for the music, and we want to be sure we’re playing what you want to hear as often or as little as you want to hear it. You can help design the QDR playlist to give you the BEST listening experience, and you could win a…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Shila from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    Fursday: Shila from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    April 7, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Shila from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Shila, a quiet middle-aged hound, is looking for a forever home, preferably with another dog and a fenced-in yard. She’s an independent gal who likes to chew on bones and play with toys, but at the end of the day, she also…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: March 31, 2022

    Fursday: March 31, 2022

    March 31, 2022

    This week, we are highlighting our furbabies from this month that are still available at our Fursday Pet Partners! Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions Beatrice, a 5-year-old black and white pit mix. We rescued Beatrice from a county shelter after being absolutely dazzled by her pearly whites! She’s such a happy girl, whether she’s…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Rayo from APS of Durham

    Fursday: Rayo from APS of Durham

    March 24, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Rayo from Animal Protection Society of Durham! “Good looking, check; affectionate check; sweet, double check! I’m a darling and good boy who’s a bit stressed here at the shelter. I’m sure to settle well in my new home. I’m a bit unsure meeting new friends, please go slow…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Merken from SPCA of Wake County

    Fursday: Merken from SPCA of Wake County

    March 17, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Merken from SPCA of Wake County! Merken is everything you could ever want in a cat! He’s a staff favorite at the SPCA. This 4-year-old guy is a huge snuggle bug who loves curling up on your lap or putting his paws up on you to ask for…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Libby from Wake County Animal Center

    Fursday: Libby from Wake County Animal Center

    March 10, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Libby from Wake County Animal Center! Are you looking for that one special dog that will cuddle with your family or play a game of frisbee in the backyard? A dog that is house trained and has great manners in your home? Well, look no further! Libby is…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    Fursday: Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    March 3, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Today we’re looking for a special listener for a special dog: Beatrice, a 5-year-old black and white pit mix. We rescued Beatrice from a county shelter after being absolutely dazzled by her pearly whites! She’s such a happy girl, whether she’s sitting…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Johnny Cash from APS of Durham

    Fursday: Johnny Cash from APS of Durham

    February 24, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Johnny Cash from Animal Protection Society of Durham! Visit Johnny Cash’s profile here! Prepare yourself for FUN! I’m a great and jolly guy ready to find the home and yard of my dreams! I’m a cheery guy who loves to have fun and play. I’m a bit jumpy…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Elicia from SPCA of Wake County

    Fursday: Elicia from SPCA of Wake County

    February 17, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Elicia from SPCA of Wake County! This happy little wiggle-butt is 9-month-old Elicia! Elicia is 32 lbs. and may grow to be around 40-50 lbs. Elicia is a lovable, snuggly, and playful puppy that was rescued by SPCA Wake after being found abandoned. But she doesn’t let it…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Katydid from Wake County Animal Center

    Fursday: Katydid from Wake County Animal Center

    February 10, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Katydid from Wake County Animal Center! Awesome dog alert!! Katydid is a four-year-old American Staffy mix. She loves hugs and cuddles and is a volunteer favorite. Her previous owner had great things to say about her – she’s crate training, potty trained, and is an all-around good girl.…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Nesquik from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    Fursday: Nesquik from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    February 3, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Nesquik from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Meet Nesquik, this adorable 6 month old boy is looking for his forever home. Nesquik is a social butterfly and loves to be around people. He is the life of the party. Like all kittens Nesquik loves to play. You will almost…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Muse and Pauline from APS

    Fursday: Muse and Pauline from APS

    January 27, 2022

    Our Fursday Pets of the Week are Muse and Pauline from the Animal Protection Society of Durham! Muse and Pauline are a senior bonded pair with their adoption fees completely waived. Come by and meet them today! Visit Muse’s profile here! Visit Pauline’s profile here! APS of Durham2117 E. Club Blvd. | Durham, NC |…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Chloe from SPCA of Wake County

    Fursday: Chloe from SPCA of Wake County

    January 20, 2022

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Chloe from SPCA of Wake County! Nope that’s not a wolf — that’s a Chloe! This heart-meltingly sweet 3-year-old girl has been waiting for a home at SPCA Wake since June of 2021. She’s been patiently waiting to find her future family, and all the staff and volunteers at…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Rocko from Wake County Animal Center

    Fursday: Rocko from Wake County Animal Center

    January 13, 2022

    Meet Rocko from The Wake County Animal Center! Rocko is a low-key senior that came to the shelter recently as a stray. Like most seniors, he appreciates a good soft padded bed and naps. Despite his age, he still enjoys going out for (slow) walks and loves a good treat. He is extremely sweet and…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Leo from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    Fursday: Leo from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    January 6, 2022

    Meet Leo from Second Chance Pet Adoptions, our Fursday pet of the week! Leo is an 11 year, 5-month-old calm kitty that is ready to give you the biggest hug! He loves his humans, and would be fine with other mellow cats, but would also thrive as the only kitty! He is currently on a…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Dora from Wake County Animal Center

    Fursday: Dora from Wake County Animal Center

    December 16, 2021

    Meet Dora from The Wake County Animal Center! Sweet and gentle is how the volunteers described Dora. She came to the Center as a stray so we don’t know her background. Dora does head butts for attention. She uses her litter tray so she is probably litter box trained. Dora is a small kitty with…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Buffy from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    Fursday: Buffy from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    November 18, 2021

    Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Buffy! With eight years of practice in the fine art of friendship, Buffy is more than prepared to be your co-pilot in life! She prefers to fly solo in terms of other furry friends, but Buffy has plenty of personality to fill your heart alone. This gal loves…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Missy from APS of Durham

    Fursday: Missy from APS of Durham

    November 11, 2021

    Meet Missy! “Hello there! I’m a sweet and friendly girl who loves gentle affection! I’m super happy to meet new people and also love to explore. I’m playful too, toss a ball or toy for me and see! I really enjoy gentle affection and might even crawl into your lap or lean into you for…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Jane from SPCA of Wake County

    Fursday: Jane from SPCA of Wake County

    November 4, 2021

    Meet Jane! This sweet, smushy girl was found as a stray in Harnett County, and now she’s looking for a family of her very own. Jane is 2 years old and weighs about 50 lbs. Unfortunately she is battling heartworms, but she is receiving a full course of treatment through SPCA Wake. Jane is playful,…… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Howl-O-Ween Harvest Ball

    Fursday: Howl-O-Ween Harvest Ball

    October 28, 2021

    This Fursday on QDR, we want to celebrate our pet partners for our 19th Howl-O-Ween Harvest Ball coming this Saturday at Lincoln Theater in Raleigh! Thank you SPCA of Wake County and APS of Durham! AND a huge thank you to our other Fursday sponsors, Second Chance Pet Adoptions and Wake County Animal Center!… Continue Reading

    QDR Fursdays: Meet Tyson

    QDR Fursdays: Meet Tyson

    October 21, 2021

    Our QDR Fursday pet of the week is Tyson from the Wake County Animal Center! Hello there, thanks for stopping by to meet me. I’m Tyson and as you can see, I’m a handsome young man. I’ve been at the shelter for a while now and eager to find a family of my own. Being…… Continue Reading

    QDR Fursdays: Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    QDR Fursdays: Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions

    October 14, 2021

    Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!… Continue Reading

    Chevron gets go ahead for $53B Hess deal, and access to one of the biggest oil finds this decade

    A Chevron gas station sign is shown on October 23, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

    Chevron gets go ahead for $53B Hess deal, and access to one of the biggest oil finds this decade

    July 18, 2025

    HOUSTON (AP) — Chevron has scored a critical ruling in Paris that has given it the go-ahead for a $53 billion acquisition of Hess and access to one of the biggest oil finds of the decade. Chevron said Friday that it completed its acquisition of Hess shortly after the ruling from the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris. Exxon had challenged Chevron’s bid for Hess, one of three companies with access to the massive Stabroek Block oil field off the coast of Guyana. Guyana is a country of 791,000 people that is poised to become the world’s fourth-largest offshore oil producer, placing it ahead of Qatar, the United States, Mexico and Norway. It has become a major producer in recent years.… Continue Reading

    Super Quick Chicken Fried Rice

    Super Quick Chicken Fried Rice

    July 18, 2025

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy nights. It’s fast, flavorful, and uses ingredients most of us already have on hand. Think stir-fried chicken, veggies, egg, and rice all in one pan. Ingredients Instructions 1. Heat the veggiesWarm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add frozen vegetables and cook for…… Continue Reading

    Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ canceled by CBS, ends May 2026

    Stephen Colbert arrives at Paley Fest LA 2024 - "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" at the Dolby Theatre on April 21, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

    Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ canceled by CBS, ends May 2026

    July 17, 2025

    CBS is axing “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” in May 2026. The announcement on live air Thursday came two days after Colbert spoke out against Paramount Global settling with President Donald Trump over a “60 Minutes” story. The news was also announced in a press release sent from CBS with a link to a clip of Colbert’s announcement on Instagram. The comedian and TV personality began by telling the audience he was sharing something he learned the night before. Colbert said, “I’m not being replaced. This is all just going away.”… Continue Reading

    Wall Street hangs near its record as PepsiCo and United Airlines fly and health care stocks sink

    Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 11, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

    Wall Street hangs near its record as PepsiCo and United Airlines fly and health care stocks sink

    July 17, 2025

    NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is hanging near its records following some better-than-expected updates on the economy and a mixed set of profit reports from big U.S. companies. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% Thursday and was just below its all-time high set last week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 59 points, and the Nasdaq composite tacked 0.1% onto its record set the day before. PepsiCo jumped after delivering revenue and profit that topped Wall Street’s expectations. That helped offset drops for some big health care companies following their latest profit reports. Treasury yields were mixed after better-than-expected reports on retail sales and unemployment claims.… Continue Reading

    Prodded by lawsuits, North Carolina seeks to tighten voter ID records for roughly 200,000 people

    Voters wait in line outside of an early voting site on October 17, 2024 in Black Mountain, North Carolina. (Photo by Melissa Sue Gerrits/Getty Images)

    Prodded by lawsuits, North Carolina seeks to tighten voter ID records for roughly 200,000 people

    July 17, 2025

    RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina election officials are taking steps to tighten up voter registration records in a pivotal swing state. On Thursday, the State Board of Elections launched an online database of 103,000 voters who need to add their driver’s license numbers or partial Social Security numbers to the state records. Requirements for the numerical identifiers have been in place since 2004, but an outdated voter registration form helped lead to missing information. The state board is seeking to collect the ID information in part to address a lawsuit by President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. Critics worry the process could disenfranchise voters.… Continue Reading

    Severe weather in tropical storm’s wake triggers North Carolina state of emergency

    Utility crews work to restore lines that were knocked down on Estes Drive during tropical storm Chantal, Monday, July 7, 2025, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward)

    Severe weather in tropical storm’s wake triggers North Carolina state of emergency

    July 17, 2025

    RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina election officials are taking steps to tighten up voter registration records in a pivotal swing state. On Thursday, the State Board of Elections launched an online database of 103,000 voters who need to add their driver’s license numbers or partial Social Security numbers to the state records. Requirements for the numerical identifiers have been in place since 2004, but an outdated voter registration form helped lead to missing information. The state board is seeking to collect the ID information in part to address a lawsuit by President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. Critics worry the process could disenfranchise voters.… Continue Reading

    North Carolina governor doesn’t appeal ruling on who gets say over highway patrol commander

    FILE - North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein speaks to reporters after a Council of State meeting at the state Department of Transportation building in Raleigh, N.C., Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 (AP Photo/Gary D. Robertson,File)

    North Carolina governor doesn’t appeal ruling on who gets say over highway patrol commander

    July 17, 2025

    RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has decided not to appeal a trial court’s decision to dismiss one of his legal challenges against state Republican legislative leaders. The court’s decision focused on a provision in a broader state law that said Stein does not have the authority to appoint his own State Highway Patrol Commander. It instead keeps current commander Col. Freddy Johnson in his post until 2030. Stein says he challenged the provision because it was too ambiguous on if he has the ability to remove Johnson if necessary. The trial court last month ruled the provision wasn’t unconstitutional.… Continue Reading

    Homestyle Salt and Pepper Shrimp

    Homestyle Salt and Pepper Shrimp

    July 17, 2025

    This dish delivers crispy, flavorful shrimp in just minutes. The secret is a quick toast and grind of peppercorns mixed with salt, a light coat of cornstarch, and a hot pan. Great for a weeknight or an impressive appetizer. Ingredients Instructions 1. Toast the spicesIn a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the white…… Continue Reading

    An Alaska tsunami warning had residents scrambling for high ground after 7.3 magnitude earthquake

    A strong earthquake Wednesday off the Alaska coast triggered a tsunami warning. (AP Graphic)

    An Alaska tsunami warning had residents scrambling for high ground after 7.3 magnitude earthquake

    July 17, 2025

    ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Communities along a 700-mile stretch of Alaska’s southern coast ordered their residents to higher ground after a powerful earthquake, but officials quickly downgraded and then canceled a tsunami warning in the area. There were no immediate reports of significant damage. Officials said the earthquake, with a preliminary magnitude of 7.3, struck at 12:37 p.m. local time south of Sand Point. The first waves were projected to land there, but the state’s emergency management division said an hour after the quake that it had received no reports of damage. The earthquake was reportedly felt as far away as Anchorage, almost 600 miles to the northeast.… Continue Reading

    Fursday: Meet Giggles from Saving Grace!

    Fursday: Meet Giggles from Saving Grace!

    July 17, 2025

    Let’s be honest, it’s not going to be a Giggle, it’s going to be a belly laugh load of fun having this young lady in your life! Giggles is a shepherd come husky mix who is quite small under her gorgeous coat, weighing about 30 lbs now on the lean side. Giggles may not have…… Continue Reading

    20 states sue FEMA for canceling grant program that guards against natural disasters

    A barricade blocks a road during heavy rains, Sunday, July 13, 2025, in Kerrville, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

    20 states sue FEMA for canceling grant program that guards against natural disasters

    July 16, 2025

    Twenty Democratic-led states have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Emergency Management Agency over the cancellation of a disaster mitigation grant program. The federal lawsuit filed Wednesday in Massachusetts claims President Donald Trump’s administration acted illegally by ending the program in April. The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program funds projects such as flood protection, wildfire prevention and earthquake safety. FEMA called the program wasteful. But supporters say it can help save lives and reduce costly damage from disasters. The lawsuit alleges the Trump administration violated constitutional separation of powers by ending the program without congressional permission to do so.… Continue Reading

    Trump says he’s ‘highly unlikely’ to fire Fed’s Powell after floating that idea in private

    Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference following the September meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee at the William McChesney Martin Jr. Federal Reserve Board Building on September 18, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

    Trump says he’s ‘highly unlikely’ to fire Fed’s Powell after floating that idea in private

    July 16, 2025

    WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he’s “highly unlikely” to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. His public statement Wednesday came less than 24 hours after suggesting in a private meeting that he was leaning in favor of dismissing Powell. Trump confirmed to reporters that in a White House meeting Tuesday night with about a dozen House Republicans, he’d discussed the “concept” of dismissing Powell. The Fed chair has long been a target because of his refusal to lower interest rates as Trump wants. Trump’s team recently has accused Powell of mismanaging a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Fed. Trump said Wednesday he’s “highly unlikely” to dismiss Powell — ”unless he has to leave for fraud.”… Continue Reading

    Black-Eyed Susan: A Cheerful Bloom From North Carolina to Norway

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    Black-Eyed Susan: A Cheerful Bloom From North Carolina to Norway

    July 16, 2025

    Black-eyed Susan may be native to North Carolina, but its golden blooms have found their way around the world—even to the hills of Norway, where I recently spotted them thriving among the snow-capped peaks. Hardy, cheerful, and largely unbothered by pests, this adaptable member of the sunflower family brightens up gardens from summer through fall. It’s beloved not just by gardeners, but by pollinators like bees and butterflies—and come autumn, even finches stop by for a snack. Whether you’re planting in clay or sand, sun or part shade, Black-eyed Susan earns its place with easy care and sunny disposition.… Continue Reading

    Fights over charters loom over NASCAR as teams, series await key court rulings

    Co-owners of 23XI Racing, Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx One Rate Toyota, and NBA Hall of Famer, Michael Jordan talk on the grid after the NASCAR Cup Series YellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 06, 2024 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

    Fights over charters loom over NASCAR as teams, series await key court rulings

    July 16, 2025

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — NASCAR hits midsummer amid legal battles involving team charters, a key part of its business model. Two teams, including Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing, are suing NASCAR over antitrust issues. They claim losing their charters could force them out of business. A federal court ruling is expected soon, with a trial set for December. Separately, Jimmie Johnson’s Legacy Motor Club is in a dispute with Rick Ware Racing over a charter sale. Johnson hopes to secure the charter, while the legal chaos highlights the skyrocketing value of NASCAR charters.… Continue Reading

    Trump slams his own supporters as ‘weaklings’ for falling for what he now calls the Epstein ‘hoax’

    President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

    Trump slams his own supporters as ‘weaklings’ for falling for what he now calls the Epstein ‘hoax’

    July 16, 2025

    NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is lashing out at his own supporters as he tries to clamp down on criticism over his administration’s handling of much-hyped records in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking investigation. And Trump told reporters Wednesday that “it’s all been a big hoax” that, in his words, has been ”perpetrated by the Democrats.” He says “some stupid Republicans and foolish Republicans” have fallen “into the net.” The Justice Department and the FBI say Epstein didn’t maintain a “client list” and that no more files related to the investigation would be made public despite promises from Attorney General Pam Bondi that had raised the expectations of conservative influencers and conspiracy theorists.… Continue Reading

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