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Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Durham News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Durham—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Durham News Today is your…
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Morena & Ben Team Up on Screen | Durham News
Real-life couple Morena Baccarin and Ben McKenzie are set to share screen time for the first time on her CBS hit Sheriff Country, with Ben joining as a…
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Military Strikes Claim 210 Lives in Drug War | Durham News
Over 210 lives lost in U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats — a relentless campaign targeting trafficking routes in the Caribbean and Pacific, backed…
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Nvidia’s AI Price Hike and Who Pays | Durham News
Nvidia’s poised to hike AI server prices by over 15% ahead of early 2027, fueled by soaring memory costs—forcing giants like Microsoft and Google to shell out…
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AI Is Changing How Shoppers Find Deals | Durham News
Target’s sales are surging, but a sneaky shift is underway: shoppers are increasingly discovering deals through AI tools like OpenAI and Google Gemini—driving…
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Casual Dining Chains Face Closures | Durham News
Casual dining chains like Applebee’s, Ruby Tuesday, Red Robin, and Mimi’s Cafe are facing a brutal reckoning as rising costs and shrinking foot traffic force…
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Cary Hosts Pickleball’s Grand Slam | Durham News
Cary is hosting the Veolia Pickleball National Championships — the sport’s Grand Slam — drawing 2,000 pros and thousands of fans for a $1.6 million prize pool…
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Cohen Shifts from Broadcom to Oracle | Durham News
Steve Cohen just pulled the trigger on a massive portfolio shift—dumping 55% of his Broadcom stake while loading up 188% on Oracle. With over 1.2 million…
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Hawk Fire Forces Mass Evacuations | Durham News
A wildfire dubbed the Hawk Fire is tearing through Northern Nevada near Reno, burning over 15,000 acres and forcing 42,000 evacuations. Human-caused, though…
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Cumberland County Schools Kick Off Strong | Durham News
Back-to-school energy hit Cumberland County as thousands of students returned to class, greeted by mascots, local leaders, and a wave of excitement — though…
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Flu Shot Perks to Boost Your Health | Durham News
Flu season is here — and the CDC says get your shot by October to stay protected. Most insurance plans cover it for free, and stores like CVS, Target…
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Hill Returns as Board Faces Tough Votes | Durham News
Superintendent Crystal Hill returns to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for her first board meeting since a nearly two-month paid leave, facing intense scrutiny…
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Wake County Schools Back in Session | Durham News
Back-to-school energy is high in Wake County as 160,000 students return to classrooms, but leaders are juggling real challenges—renovations, bus driver…
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Death Valley’s Deadly Heat Warning | Durham News
A French tourist, 68-year-old Pierre Michel Formosa, died in Death Valley after his vehicle got stuck and he walked for help in 116-degree heat. Found by…
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Trump Targets Canadian Cars with 50% Tariff | Durham News
Trump’s surprise 50% tariff on Canadian cars and steel, set for January 2027, ignites a trade war with Canada, which vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation. The…
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Needlestick Risks Rise in NYC | Durham News
New York City sanitation workers are facing a growing threat: needle-stick injuries are surging, with 49 reported this year alone—up from 140 in the past three…
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Cathie Wood and Druckenmiller Bet on AI Giants | Durham News
When two finance titans—Cathie Wood and Stanley Druckenmiller—both massively piled into Amazon and Alphabet in Q2, it signaled something big: AI is no longer…
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Teen Arrested in Zebulon Hostage Crisis | Durham News
An 18-year-old, Diego Alberto Rijo, is facing multiple serious charges—including two counts of first-degree kidnapping, assault with a deadly weapon, and armed…
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Wake County Pushes Attendance | Durham News
Wake County Public Schools kicks off the year with over 117,000 students returning — teachers thrilled, parents rushing to prep. Superintendent Robert Taylor’s…
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Ben McKenzie Exposes Crypto Scam | Durham News
Ben McKenzie, star of The O.C. and Gotham, drops a fiery new documentary called Everyone Is Lying to You for Money, where he takes aim at the crypto industry…
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IVV’s Contradictory Investor Moves | Durham News
Institutional investors are quietly rotating away from the massive iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV), despite its strong mid-teen returns this year — a puzzling…
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Jimmy Kimmel’s Retirement Dilemma | Durham News
Jimmy Kimmel’s wife Molly McNearney reveals the emotional tug-of-war behind his potential retirement: she wants him to relax and enjoy fishing, but also knows…
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Governor Stein Welcomes NC Students Back | Durham News
Governor Josh Stein kicked off the school year with a big, heartfelt visit to Conn Elementary in Raleigh, where he greeted students, teachers, and parents—and…
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NC Teachers Get Major Classroom Boost | Durham News
Thousands of North Carolina teachers are getting a major boost as Exponential Scholars funds every open classroom project on DonorsChoose in the state—covering…
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AI Rally’s Hidden Risk | Durham News
JPMorgan’s Jason Hunter warns that the current AI stock boom mirrors the dot-com bubble’s dangerous imbalance: hardware makers are soaring while hyperscalers…
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Lauren Salkin Sues Taylor Sheridan | Durham News
A TV writer is suing Taylor Sheridan, claiming he stole her 2016-2017 pitch for “Sovereign Nation” — a show about tribal governance and land disputes — to…
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Jo Gardiner Remembered with Love | Durham News
Jo Gardiner, beloved star of Race Across the World and a fierce advocate for living life to the fullest, has died at 61 after a courageous battle with cancer…
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Flock ALPRs Spark Privacy Battle in NC | Durham News
In North Carolina, automated license plate readers from Flock are sparking a privacy firestorm as communities push back—some even removing cameras themselves…
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New IRS Rules Could Limit Immigrant Tax Refunds | Durham News
The Treasury and IRS are proposing to restrict refundable tax credits—like the Earned Income, Child, Adoption, and American Opportunity Credits—for certain…
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HOA Fees Soaring and What It Means | Durham News
HOA fees are soaring—up 50% since 2020—as insurance costs and aging infrastructure drive hikes, trapping seniors and straining budgets. Most HOAs now cover…
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Jed York Pleads to Lesser Charges | Durham News
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York’s weekend took a wild turn in East Palestine, Ohio, after he was initially charged with prostitution — a serious accusation…
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SCHY vs SCHD Dividend Strategy | Durham News
Want more dividend income? Schwab’s SCHY fund—focused on international stocks—pays a higher yield than the popular U.S.-only SCHD, thanks to cheaper global…
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Sharna Burgess Returns to DWTS | Durham News
Sharna Burgess is officially back on Dancing With the Stars for season thirty-five, ready to chase that coveted Mirrorball Trophy once more — and she’s calling…
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Couple Arrested in Educator’s Murder | Durham News
A beloved California teacher was brutally murdered in Mexico, sparking a shocking international arrest: his girlfriend, Misty Gomez, and her husband, Antonio…
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Raleigh Targets Drugs in Moore Square | Durham News
Raleigh police pulled off a massive drug bust in Moore Square, arresting 35 people and seizing fentanyl, crack cocaine, and alcohol in a coordinated raid with…
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Bakery Bars Former Border Chief | Durham News
Manolo’s Bakery in Charlotte boldly turned away former U.S. Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino, declaring him unwelcome on their property — a stance rooted in…
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GM Engine Recall Deepens | Durham News
Federal safety regulators are launching a deeper probe into engine failures affecting nearly one million GM vehicles, including top sellers like the Escalade…
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Mother Speaks on Grief After Hayden's Loss | Durham News
In a raw and powerful statement, Hayden Panettiere’s mother opens up about her grief following her daughter’s death at 36 — just one year after losing her son…
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Duke’s Garden Rescue Amid Demolition | Durham News
Duke freshmen arrived for a volunteer gardening day only to witness the sudden demolition of a century-old house—just steps from their new campus garden. The…
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VOO's Tech Concentration Risks | Durham News
VOO’s tech-heavy tilt is driving massive gains—but at a cost: extreme concentration in just ten stocks, far outpacing the U.S. economy’s real drivers and…
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Chaka Khan on Love, Independence, and Family | Durham News
Chaka Khan, at 73, is happily single and has no plans to remarry—unless a truly extraordinary man comes along. Reflecting on her two marriages, she admits they…
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New York Pauses Mega Data Centers | Durham News
New York’s one-year pause on new hyperscale data centers isn’t a stop—it’s a strategic pause to establish consistent environmental rules. With cheap hydropower…
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AI Divide: Winners vs Losers in Tech | Durham News
Bank of America reveals a stark AI divide: companies building the physical infrastructure are booming, while those relying on software or services lag…
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Hayden Panettiere’s Tragic Passing | Durham News
Hayden Panettiere, beloved for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” died suddenly at age 37 after being found unresponsive at her South Carolina home. Her…
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Ground Beef Tariff Break Sparks Debate | Durham News
The President just dropped a major move: for 90 days, up to 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef will enter the U.S. tariff-free, aiming to slash prices…
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Materials Surge with Cheaper Options | Durham News
The materials sector is surging—up nearly 17% this year—but the options to bet on it are hitting five-year lows. That’s rare: a rising asset with plummeting…
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Markets Shake Amid Sanctions and Fed Watch | Durham News
Markets are on edge as Iran faces new sanctions, U.S.-Canada trade talks hit snags, and big earnings roll in — all while the Fed’s Jackson Hole symposium looms…
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Harry and Meghan Return to UK | Durham News
Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly planning a major return to the UK for an extended stay with their two kids, marking a significant shift after six years…
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Smart Shopping in the Triangle | Durham News
Smart shopping in the Triangle means slashing grocery bills with savvy tactics: scan weekly ads, clip digital coupons, shop strategically across stores like…
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Love Climb Turns to Legal Trouble | Durham News
A daring love story turns into legal drama as Ivan Kuznetsov and Angelina Nikolau, the couple who famously climbed the Empire State Building to propose, return…
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News Anchors as Kids | Durham News
WRAL’s news team just dropped a nostalgic time capsule—digging up adorable yearbook and first-day-of-school photos of their anchors and reporters from way back…
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Wake County Schools Battle Heat and Chill | Durham News
Wake County schools are battling a major HVAC crisis—over a third of its 200 schools had heating or cooling issues during their latest health check. Teachers…
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Truck Flips Over in Raleigh | Durham News
Truck Flips Over in Raleigh | Durham News
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Puppets Accordion Emus and J’s | Durham News
A family of eight dives into the whimsical, fairy-tale charm of Ljubljana, Slovenia—a tiny city bursting with puppets, accordion music, and a quirky obsession…
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Wake County Growth and 1968 Political Struggles | Durham News
In 2004, Wake County Public Schools struggled to keep up with a five-thousand-student enrollment surge, forcing kids to eat lunch as late as 2:30 PM despite…
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Trump Endorses Balkcom in Key NC Race | Durham News
Trump’s backing of Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina’s 11th district could be a turning point—after dropping Edwards over harassment allegations, Trump is…
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Kroger Moves Jobs to India | Durham News
Kroger, parent of Harris Teeter, is reportedly shifting thousands of U.S. jobs to a new tech hub in India, potentially impacting over 5,700 roles as part of a…
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Three-Year Degrees Reshape Higher Ed | Durham News
Three-year degrees are exploding across the U.S., offering a faster, cheaper path to a bachelor’s—like Giles Sims, a 34-year-old who needed to jumpstart his…
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Farrah Confirms Zach as Baby’s Dad | Durham News
Farrah Aldjufrie just dropped the biggest bombshell yet — Zach Goldsmith is the dad of her baby, due this November. The couple stunned fans with their first…
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Teen Driver Dies in Franklin County Crash | Durham News
Teen Driver Dies in Franklin County Crash | Durham News
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Farrah Aldjufrie Reveals Baby Boy | Durham News
Farrah Aldjufrie, Kyle Richards’ oldest daughter, just dropped major news: she’s having a baby boy with her partner Zach Goldsmith — and the gender reveal…