1. Headline Saturday: Democratic Convention

    Political analysts take a look the upcoming Democratic National Convention.

    1. Aug. 16, 2008
  2. Headline Saturday: Talking about gangs

    Experts discuss how to deal with a growing problem in the Triangle.

    1. Aug. 9, 2008
  3. Headline Saturday: Can you drive at 55?

    Panelists discuss the benefits of lowering the speed limit and sales tax-free weekend.

    1. Aug. 2, 2008
  4. Gov. plans help against foreclosure

    Panelists tackle Easley's plan to help homeowners avoid foreclosure.

    1. Jul. 13, 2008
  5. Headline Saturday: Feeding the world’s population

    Panelists discuss the food crisis in the world.

    1. Jun. 28, 2008
  6. Headline Saturday: Child abuse up in N.C.

    Panelists discuss a seeming rise in child abuse cases in North Carolina.

    1. Jun. 21, 2008
  7. What’s with North Carolina’s extreme weather?

    Panelists discuss North Carolina's extreme weather, including the recent wildfire and the drought.

    1. Jun. 14, 2008
  8. Lawmakers consider a tax increase for the state budget

    Panelists discuss a possible tax increase for the state budget.

    1. May. 31, 2008
  9. How deep does high gas prices influence go?

    Panelists examine how deeply high oil prices are affecting every aspect of the economy – including the cost of gas, groceries and utilities.

    1. May. 24, 2008
  10. Should community colleges admit illegal immigrants?

    Panelists take up the question of whether community colleges should let illegal immigrants pay in-state tuition - or admit them at all.

    1. May. 17, 2008
  11. What's religion's role in elections?

    Panelists examine what role religion should play in the electoral process, particularly the focus on Sen. Obama’s former pastor.

    1. May. 4, 2008
  12. Illegal Immigration Concerns Weigh Heavy on State Leaders

    Panelists discuss illegal immigration issues facing North Carolina and ways to improve the cultural divide.

    1. Apr. 26, 2008
  13. Where's the Realistic Cure in Health-Care Reform?

    Panelists discuss the three presidential candidates' formulas for health-care reform and try to find a realistic cure in it all.

    1. Apr. 26, 2008
  14. Consumers Worry About N.C. Economy

    Consumer worries are motivating concerns about the economy from rising gas prices to a slumping housing market – even inside the Beltline.

    1. Apr. 12, 2008
  15. Tragic Reality Overshadows UNC-Duke Game

    The tragic reality of the shooting death of UNC's student-body president overshadows the light-hearted fun of Saturday's game with arch-rival Duke University.

    1. Mar. 8, 2008
  16. Mental Health Care Reform

    Panelists discuss the continuing need for mental health reform in the state and why it appears it's difficult to make progress.

    1. Mar. 4, 2008
  17. How Has the Iraq War Affected N.C.?

    Democratic Congressman Brad Miller and Major Gen. William Ingram discuss the Iraq war, its affect on the N.C. National Guard and role in the presidential election.

    1. Feb. 23, 2008
  18. Clock Ticking on Raleigh's Water Supply

    City leaders are considering their next step to keep the taps in Raleigh flowing after enacting Stage 2 water restrictions on Friday.

    1. Feb. 16, 2008
  19. Can N.C. Influence Presidential Politics?

    The close Democratic presidential race might mean that North Carolina's May primary could have a role in the nominating process. Panelists discuss why.

    1. Feb. 9, 2008
  20. Is Mass Transit the Triangle's Future?

    Area leaders discuss the potential pitfalls and benefits to extending mass public transportation in the Triangle.

    1. Feb. 3, 2008
  21. Race and the Presidential Election

    With Barack Obama running a strong viable presidential campaign, some say there's no way race can be overlooked. Are they right? Why not talk about race in this campaign? Is it not a part of our daily lives? Or has the nation moved beyond it?

    1. Jan. 19, 2008
  22. Tougher Water Restrictions for Raleigh?

    Raleigh Mayor Charles Meeker discusses his plans to tighten water restrictions with a John Locke Foundation representative and WRAL's David Crabtree.

    1. Jan. 12, 2008
  23. A Year of Change in 2008?

    Mike Huckabee had a triumph in the Iowa Republican caucuses. On the Democratic side, it was a plea for change that helped propel Barack Obama to his victory.

    1. Jan. 19, 2008
  24. What Will Raleigh Be Like in 2030?

    Mayor Charles Meeker has talked about his vision for Raleigh's future. Now, experts and journalists weigh in.

    1. Dec. 1, 2007
  25. Helping Soldiers Handle Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome

    What are the best ways to help soldiers deal with post-traumatic stress syndrome?

    1. Nov. 17, 2007
  26. Transfer Tax Is Down, But Is It Out?

    Sixteen counties voted down the land-transfer tax, but some politicians say they'll still fight to get the tax. Panelists discuss alternatives for funding growth-related problems.

    1. Nov. 10, 2007
  27. When Does A Drought Become An Emergency?

    Raleigh city officials and members of the Governor's Office discuss how dire the drought is and what measures need to be taken.

    1. Oct 20, 2007
  28. Elections Show Frustration, Apathy

    Local elections saw 8 percent of eligible voters throw out some incumbents and demand growth be slowed.

    1. Oct 13, 2007
  29. State Getting Grip on Meth Use

    Meth use has soared in North Carolina in recent years, but operations such as Pill Crusher in Johnston County are beginning to bring the problem under control.

    1. Oct 6, 2007
  30. Development Challenges Historic Raleigh Neighborhoods

    Panelists discuss the development practice called infill, in which smaller homes are torn down to make way for larger ones. In Raleigh, infill is taking place in historic neighborhoods.

    1. Sep 15, 2007
  31. Special Session to Override Veto

    Lawmakers are set to consider overriding Gov. Mike Easley's veto of a bill that would have provided up to $40 million in state grants to Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. over the next decade.

    1. Sep 8, 2007
  32. Drought Hurts Farmers

    Panelists discuss the impact of the drought on farmers across the state.

    1. Aug 25, 2007
  33. Economic Downturn?

    Panelists discuss the possible impact of the recent economic gyrations on the housing market and consumer spending.

    1. Aug 18, 2007
  34. Legislative Wrap-Up

    State lawmakers and panelists discuss the recently ended session of the state Legislature. (Air date: August 11, 2007)

    1. Aug 11, 2007
  35. N.C. Attorney General Targets MySpace.com

    N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper is targeting MySpace.com and other social networking sites in a campaign against sexual predators. (Air date: July 28, 2007)

    1. Jul 28, 2007
  36. Recycling & State Budget

    State lawmakers consider a bottle recycling bill as they struggle to agree on a state budget. (Air date: July 21, 2007)

    1. Jul 21, 2007
  37. Triangle Public Transportation

    As gas prices rise, public transportation is increasingly being considered as a viable alternative in the Triangle. (Air date: July 14, 2007)

    1. Jul 14, 2007
  38. Water Restrictions & Conservation

    Some Triangle governments are already enforcing restrictions on water use to fend off a threatening shortage. (Air date: July 8, 2007)

    1. Jul 7, 2007
  39. Mike Nifong & the State Bar

    In the wake of Mike Nifong's disbarment for his handling of the Duke lacrosse case, local experts and attorneys discuss the North Carolina's State Bar's actions, how decisions are made, why they are made and whether the State Bar could bar intervened any earlier. (Air date: June 22)

    1. Jun 23, 2007
  40. Answering the Call to Teach

    A former salesman-turned English teacher and WRAL-TV photographer-turned-math teacher talk about why they switched careers to be fulfilled in life. (Air date: June 15)

    1. Jun 16, 2007
  41. Hispanics & Drunken Driving

    Wake County Sheriff Donnie Harrison and Tony Asion, public safety director for the Latino advocacy group El Pueblo, talk about drunken driving involving Hispanics following an accident this week that killed a Cary man on his way to work. (Air date: June 9)

    1. Jun 9, 2007
  42. North Carolina's Growth

    Some predictions put North Carolina's population increase at 50 percent by 2030 with more than 4 million more residents within the borders. But is the state ready to deal with the expansion? (Air date: June 2)

    1. Jun 2, 2007
  43. Memorial Day

    Memorial Day at a time of war. Guest panelists talk about the meaning of the holiday and the military personnel who sacrificed their lives for their country. (Air date: May 26)

    1. Jun 2, 2007
  44. The Dangers of Speeding

    A recent News & Observer investigative series found speeders are more likely to kill than motorists who drink and drive. The state Highway Patrol and Chatham-Orange County District Attorney Jim Woodall discuss the dangerous problem. (Air date: May 19)

    1. May 19, 2007
  45. Wake County Growth

    Some estimates put Wake County's population growth at a rate of as many as 100 people each day. But is growth out of control, and how should county leaders manage it? (Air date: May 12)

    1. May 26, 2007
  46. The Death Penalty Debate

    North Carolina's impasse over executions is even more muddled after a judge ruled this week that five death row inmates can argue against lethal injection before the Council of State. (Air date: May 5)

    1. May 5, 2007
  47. Crisis in Darfur

    U.S. Rep. Brad Miller, D-N.C., talks about his recent visit with a congressional delegation to the war-ravaged Darfur region of western Sudan and the call by some for U.S. intervention in the region. (Air date: April 28)

    1. Apr 28, 2007
  48. Virginia Tech Massacre

    Guests discuss the shootings at Virginia Tech, which ended with 33 people dead. (Air date: April 21)

    1. Apr 21, 2007
  49. The Duke Lacrosse Case

    Duke lacrosse defense attorney Wade Smith talks about DNA, the accuser and Mike Nifong following Attorney General Roy Cooper's decision to drop charges in the case. (Air date: April 14)

    1. Apr 21, 2007