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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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UNC Report Hidden, ICE Detention Planned | Durham News
A North Carolina judge has blocked the release of a damning UNC investigation report, sparking debate over transparency as media outlets push for public…
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UNC Hides SCiLL Report Amid Leadership Shifts | Durham News
A major transparency battle at UNC heats up as a judge blocks release of a damning seven-month investigation into the School of Civic Life and Leadership…
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Frank Ballard Remembered at Hayes Barton | Durham News
Frank Ballard, the beloved founder of Hayes Barton Cafe & Dessertery in Raleigh, passed away at 66 after a courageous battle with health issues following a…
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Roxboro Police Probe Racial Stickers | Durham News
Roxboro police are investigating a 20-year-old man, Jonathan Hardie, as a person of interest after racially charged stickers appeared on street light…
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Anna Leigh Wilson Takes Responsibility | Durham News
Anna Leigh Wilson spills the tea on her Cutthroat antics, admitting she crossed lines with costar Leo Dionicio — and that it was disrespectful to her husband…
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Coca-Cola’s Stock Soars on Dividends | Durham News
Coca-Cola’s stock is soaring in 2026, hitting all-time highs after crushing earnings and a relentless dividend streak that’s longer than most tech companies…
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Pregnant Immigrant Trapped by Scam | Durham News
A pregnant immigrant woman, Maria Alejandra Gomez-Quiroz, is trapped in a Texas detention center after falling for a $3,000 scam that promised her release—now…
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DEA Joins Probe Into Hayden Panettiere's Death | Durham News
The DEA has stepped in to investigate the death of Hayden Panettiere, signaling a major federal probe into possible drug-related factors. Meanwhile…
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North Carolina Drought Grips Triangle and Beyond | Durham News
North Carolina’s drought is worsening, with extreme conditions gripping areas north of the Triangle and moderate to severe levels hitting Raleigh, Durham, and…
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Lightning Strikes Home in Stormy NC | Durham News
Thunderstorms hit central North Carolina hard Thursday afternoon, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning that downed trees and caused power outages…
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FDA Issues Urgent Blueberry Recall | Durham News
FDA upgrades recall for GreenWise frozen blueberries to Class 1 — the highest risk level — after E. coli sickened 12 people, four hospitalized. Sold at Publix…
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The Forgotten School Prep Essentials | Durham News
Get your kids school-ready with the little things that make a big difference: portable stain removers for lunch spills, luggage tags for backpacks, compact…
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Peru Earthquake: No Damage Reported | Durham News
Peru shook yesterday with a powerful 6.7 quake deep in the southern Andes—no damage or injuries reported, but a sobering reminder of nature’s force on the Ring…
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Wake County Tourism Surges in 2025 | Durham News
Wake County’s tourism is exploding, smashing records with $3.4 billion in visitor spending and 19 million guests in 2025—driven by massive new projects, museum…
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Three Friends Bring Colombia to Durham | Durham News
Three childhood friends are turning Durham’s Mangum Street into a Colombian food paradise this fall with their new restaurant, Melao — the vibrant, flavorful…
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Three Giants Bet Big on WBD | Durham News
Three heavyweight investors—Dan Loeb, David Einhorn, and George Soros—simultaneously dumped hundreds of millions into Warner Bros. Discovery, signaling a bold…
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Are You Saving Enough for Retirement | Durham News
Fidelity’s latest 401(k) data reveals a sobering reality: the average 50-year-old has just over $215,000 saved—far below the ideal target of six times their…
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RDU Terminal 1 Gets Quick Upgrade | Durham News
RDU’s Terminal 1 is getting a surprisingly small but impactful upgrade: knocking down a wall to add three new ticket counters and more waiting space, all while…
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Solar Power for Affordable Homes in Carrboro | Durham News
Solar power is now lighting up three affordable homes in Carrboro, slashing electricity bills for low- and moderate-income families while advancing the…
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Town Balances Bills After Cyberattack | Durham News
After a July cyberattack crippled their billing system, a town is wrestling with a mountain of overdue utility bills—over $4 million in unpaid balances…
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Almanac vs Science: Winter Forecast for NC | Durham News
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is forecasting a snowy winter for North Carolina, with peak snow chances hitting early January (Jan 7–11) and late February (Feb…
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Tyreek Hill Divorce Drama Escalates | Durham News
Tyreek Hill’s estranged wife, Keeta, is unleashing explosive claims in their divorce, accusing him of withholding the truth about paying off a woman who…
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NC Drops Liquor Price Floor | Durham News
North Carolina’s proposed liquor minimum price law hit a major roadblock after Governor Josh Stein called it off, citing rising costs for everyday essentials…
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Harry and Meghan Return to UK for Kids | Durham News
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning a return to the UK this fall so their children, Archie and Lilibet, can start school in England — a move…
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Craig Morgan’s Voice, Health, and Recovery | Durham News
Craig Morgan’s health journey is a raw, powerful story of vulnerability and resilience — from a mysterious neck growth that nearly sidelined his singing to a…
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Sussexes Weigh Return to UK | Durham News
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be preparing to return to the UK this fall, hoping to send their kids, Archie and Lilibet, to school there — a move fueled…
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Wake County Schools Fill Teaching Roles | Durham News
Wake County’s schools are back in full swing with nearly all teaching spots filled — just 156 vacancies across 11,000+ positions — thanks to aggressive hiring…
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Bloomin’ Brands Cuts, Refreshes, Rebuilds | Durham News
Bloomin’ Brands is shutting down nine restaurants while opening just five, part of a bold strategy to revitalize its core brands like Outback and Fleming’s…
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NC DMV Wait Times Plummet | Durham News
North Carolina’s DMV is finally moving fast—wait times slashed by nearly 90% since summer 2025, dropping from three hours to just 22 minutes. Thanks to a 2025…
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Greensboro Lab Wins Global Forensic Honor | Durham News
Greensboro’s forensic lab just snagged the prestigious 2025 Foresight Maximus Award—placing it among the top 15 labs globally for efficiency, innovation, and…
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DaShawna’s Tragic Loss in East Main Street Shooting | Durham News
A tragic shooting on East Main Street claimed the life of 23-year-old DaShawna Williams just before midnight last Friday, with another man also wounded. This…
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Speedboat Pilot Arrested for Illegal Entry | Durham News
A speedboat pilot who caused a deadly capsizing near the Statue of Liberty — killing a mother and her five-month-old — has been arrested for being in the U.S…
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Fire at New Hanover Landfill Contained | Durham News
A massive 100-foot-wide fire erupted at the New Hanover County Landfill early Thursday morning, forcing crews to battle muddy terrain with specialized…
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Hawaii’s Double Storm Threat | Durham News
Hawaii braces for a second storm as recovery from Hurricane Lala—now blamed for two deaths and widespread destruction—races against time, with forecasters…
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USS Washington Replaces Lincoln in Middle East | Durham News
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln after reports of mental health struggles and supply issues during…
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Boom Market, Bankrupt Supplier | Durham News
Despite a record-breaking $79 billion lawn and garden industry in 2025, fueled by a 26% surge in lawn care spending, BFG Supply Co. has filed for Chapter 11…
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Coca-Cola’s 64-Year Dividend Streak | Durham News
Coca-Cola just earned the prestigious “Dividend King” title, marking its 64th consecutive year of dividend growth — a streak that’s not just impressive, it’s a…
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American Eagle Slump vs Aerie Surge | Durham News
American Eagle’s main brand is in deep trouble, despite Aerie’s soaring success — Bank of America just slapped an “Underperform” rating on the stock…
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Airport Blvd Expansion Set to Connect Triangle | Durham News
North Carolina’s pouring $13.3 million into extending Airport Boulevard to connect dead-end streets in Morrisville to N.C. 54 and I-40, with Phase 1 set for…
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Merck’s Melanoma Vaccine Breakthrough | Durham News
Merck and Moderna just unveiled a game-changing breakthrough in melanoma treatment: a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, V940, that works powerfully alongside…
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Soros Bets Big on Micron’s AI Future | Durham News
George Soros just doubled down on AI’s future by massively boosting his stake in Micron, betting big on the memory chips powering the next wave of artificial…
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NC State’s New BBQ Sauce for Scholars | Durham News
Dr. Chris DePerno’s 15-year-old barbecue sauce, born from family gatherings and now officially sanctioned by NC State, is back — this time as NC State…
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States Fund College Sports With Tax Money | Durham News
States are pouring taxpayer cash into college athletics as teams spend millions on athletes and athletic departments bleed red ink—North Carolina gets $3…
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Walmart Sales Slowest in Six Years | Durham News
Walmart’s U.S. sales growth slowed to a six-year low at 2.6%, sparking investor concern as the company downgrades its outlook for the year — a worrying sign…
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Democrats Narrow 2028 Convention to Three Cities | Durham News
Democrats narrow 2028 convention sites to Boston, Denver, and Philly—three liberal hubs with swing suburbs and fundraising power—as they prep to crown their…
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Pulitzer on the Road Brings Awards to Libraries | Durham News
Pulitzer on the Road is hitting 20 cities from October to May 2028, bringing award-winning journalism, literature, and art straight to public libraries —…
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CATS Safety Promises: Followed Through? | Durham News
One year after Iryna Zarutska’s tragic death on a Charlotte transit train, CATS promised sweeping safety upgrades — more guards, better ticketing, and smarter…
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Adara Apartments Hit by Nighttime Break-Ins | Durham News
Over 20 cars at the Adara Alexander Apartments near RDU were smashed overnight, leaving residents shaken and frustrated. Police are investigating after…
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Job Market Stays Steady, No Hires or Fires | Durham News
The job market’s holding steady with unemployment claims dipping to 206K—a sign companies are keeping their current staff intact. After a year of hovering…
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Andrea Faust Pleads Insanity in Tragic Case | Durham News
Andrea Faust, the mother accused in the tragic Durham case involving her three-year-old son’s death and an alleged attack on her other child, is set to plead…
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Mail Carrier Attacks Peacock in Pasadena | Durham News
A Pasadena mail carrier’s brutal attack on a peacock has sparked outrage after video showed him hurling objects and striking the bird with a stick—leaving it…
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North Carolina Supreme Court Race Heats Up | Durham News
This North Carolina Supreme Court race is a make-or-break moment for both parties, with Democrats pouring over $473,000 into flipping the seat as part of a…
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Dirt Bike Chase Ends in Trash Can | Durham News
A LA dirt bike rider pulls off a wild, hour-long police chase—no helmet, phone call with a news chopper mid-pursuit, and even stops to refuel in a park with…
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State Farm Pays $5B in Dividends | Durham News
State Farm’s throwing down a five billion dollar dividend — the biggest in its 100+ year history — to reward policyholders who insured 49 million vehicles in…
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Love Should Never Hurt | Durham News
Twenty-seven domestic violence deaths in North Carolina this year underscore a deadly trend—love shouldn’t hurt. Survivors like Kimberly Carver, who escaped 15…
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Army Offers GTA VI Pass to Reenlist | Durham News
Soldiers at Fort Stewart are getting a wild reenlistment perk: a four-day pass timed to coincide with the Grand Theft Auto VI release. This creative incentive…
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Midair Collision Near Carlisle Leaves One Dead | Durham News
A small plane and a state police helicopter collided midair near Carlisle, Pennsylvania, killing the plane’s pilot and injuring two troopers on board — though…
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Andrea Faust Pleads Insanity in Tragic Case | Durham News
Andrea Faust, facing murder and attempted murder charges after the death of her 3-year-old and injury to her 2-year-old son, is set to plead not guilty by…
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Overtime Tax Deduction Clarified for 2026 | Durham News
Overtime tax confusion is over — starting in 2026, employers must report your correct overtime premium deduction on your W-2 using Box 12, Code TT. This new…
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Boyfriend Charged with Child Abuse and Fraud | Durham News
A Raleigh man, 35-year-old Cameron Lavar Robertson, faces severe charges after allegedly causing life-threatening injuries to his girlfriend’s 10-month-old…