Contributing Editor to Autoweek Mike Hembree discusses the passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch

Raleigh Economic Development Director Kyle Touchstone discusses how the Canes' success is spilling over to Raleigh business sector

Visit North Carolina says the Carolina Hurricanes' run to the Stanley Cup Finals could bring up to $15 million in local revenue, and the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce says there will be long-term benefits. Kyle Touchstone, Raleigh’s Economic Development Director, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the boom.

Bankrate Principal Analyst Ted Rossman discusses the National Association of Realtors' May Existing Home Sales released

The National Association of Realtors' May Existing Home Sales report has been released. Bankrate Principal Analyst Ted Rossman examined the report, how it shapes the approach for prospective buyers currently navigating the homebuying process, and how it could impact their shopping and financing strategies. He spoke with Jeff Hamlin.

Professor at N.C. State’s Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics Jeffrey Dorfman discusses Raleigh experiencing its driest start to the year ever

The Raleigh area is off to its driest start in more than 140 years, as North Carolina’s drought has become extreme across much of the Triangle, according to data from the National Weather Service. That may force farmers to make some difficult decisions. Jeffrey Dorfman, Professor of N.C. State’s Department of Agriculture and Resource Economics, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the drought will impact decisions on what farmers can plant.

Carolina Hurricanes fans Jason and Mason Waterstradt discuss the 'Tarps off' trend that energized Canes fans in Stanley Cup Finals win

Fans at the Lenovo Center say a viral "tarps off" trend helped spark a surge of energy during Game two of the Stanley Cup Finals in Raleigh last Thursday. Canes fan Jason Waterstradt and his 9-year-old son Mason helped whip the crowd into a frenzy. Jason and Mason joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the wild scene in Lenovo.

Director of Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University Ashley Ward offers tips for adjusting to early season heat

The National Weather Service is forecasting the first major heat wave of the year in the Central and Eastern United States this week, potentially endangering the health of tens of millions of people and affecting economic activity. Ashley Ward, Director of Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss ways to stay safe during the hot weather.