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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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Rabies Alert After Petting Zoo Goats | Durham News
Rabies scare hits a community petting zoo — four baby goats tested positive after being bitten by a skunk. If you touched one at the August 1st “Community…
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Tragedy in Carrboro as Woman Stabbed | Durham News
A chilling stabbing left 38-year-old Shayna Watson dead in Carrboro, prompting police to arrest 42-year-old Desmond Cook on second-degree murder and assault…
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Electric Bills Jump Due to Winter Storm Costs | Durham News
Fayetteville’s electric bills are about to go up—starting September 1—thanks to soaring wholesale electricity prices driven by last winter’s brutal storms…
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Pedestrian Fatality Sparks Safety Calls | Durham News
A 49-year-old driver in Cary, North Carolina, faces multiple charges after fatally striking a 76-year-old pedestrian during her morning walk. The crash sparked…
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Doctor Searches for Missing Parents in Nepal Floods | Durham News
Catastrophic floods near the China-Nepal border have killed nearly 600 and left 2,500 missing, as rescuers race against time and incoming storms. Among the…
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Teacher Hits $10M Lottery Jackpot | Durham News
A Chatham County teacher just won $10 million on a $50 scratch-off, turning her classroom dreams into luxury reality—she’s buying her long-coveted BMW…
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Shayna Watson Stabbing Case | Durham News
Shayna Watson Stabbing Case | Durham News
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SpaceX’s $100B Louisiana Spaceport | Durham News
SpaceX just unveiled its boldest move yet: a $100 billion spaceport in Louisiana, set to become the world’s busiest launch site with daily Starship flights…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Durham News
Dolly Parton, music legend and beloved humanitarian, has passed away at 79 after a private battle with cancer. Her family gathered privately in Nashville for a…
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Sandusky’s New Hearing Amid Accuser Recant | Durham News
Jerry Sandusky, 82, is set for a new court hearing in September as one of his accusers reportedly plans to recant — sparking claims of ineffective counsel and…
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U.S. Secures Historic Oil Deal with Venezuela | Durham News
The U.S. just landed the biggest oil deal in history—securing 65 billion barrels from Venezuela, a move framed as reclaiming assets once seized by Hugo Chavez…
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ICE Invests in Robot Dogs for Border Security | Durham News
ICE is splashing out up to $2 million on Boston Dynamics SPOT robot dogs—high-tech, door-opening, 360-degree camera-equipped machines designed to patrol…
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Ulta Beauty Sale: 50% Off Top Brands | Durham News
Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty sale is live—50% off top-tier brands like YSL, Fenty Beauty, and Olaplex, including perfumes, powders, mascaras, hair serums, brushes…
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Savita Subramanian’s Bearish Bet | Durham News
The S&P 500’s rally has stalled near record highs, sparking debate among strategists. While most banks raise their year-end targets amid strong AI-driven…
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Justice Served, Legacy Lives On | Durham News
A man accused of fatally stabbing beloved teacher and coach Sheremy Dillard inside her home made his first court appearance Friday, facing a first-degree…
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Aéropostale x Von Dutch Revival | Durham News
Aéropostale is reviving its relevance with a nostalgic collab drop from Von Dutch — the 2000s icon known for flame graphics and trucker hats. After years of…
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Auriemma's Tough Love Legacy | Durham News
Rebecca Lobo, a UConn legend and current broadcaster, reveals how Geno Auriemma’s relentless coaching pushed her to greatness — even when it felt harsh…
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Trump Skipping Ground Zero Ceremony | Durham News
Trump’s skipping Ground Zero ceremony on 9/11? Not exactly — he’s just not speaking, calling the report “Corrupt News,” and says it’s a solemn day for…
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Druski’s CTE Skit Sparks Outrage | Durham News
Druski’s new skit mocking CTE has ignited controversy, drawing sharp criticism from former NFL players like T.J. Ward and Michael Redd, who argue that joking…
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Controllers Face Termination After Early Exit | Durham News
Two air traffic controllers face possible termination for quitting early on the night of a deadly LaGuardia crash — despite being scheduled to work past the…
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Border Construction Paused in Big Bend | Durham News
Feds pause border construction in Big Bend National Park until mid-September after bulldozers sparked outrage; CBP chief visited site amid legal pushback from…
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Blackwell’s Wake County Residency Question | Durham News
Kenny Blackwell, Republican candidate for Wake County sheriff, is facing scrutiny over whether he’s truly living full-time in the county as state law requires…
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Brain-Eating Amoeba Alert in North Carolina | Durham News
A teen in North Carolina is critically ill from a rare, deadly brain-eating amoeba called Naegleria fowleri — just four people have survived this infection in…
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Yiannopoulos Detained for Overstaying Visa | Durham News
Milo Yiannopoulos, the British conservative commentator notorious for his fiery takes on feminism, Islam, and immigration, has been detained by U.S…
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Trump’s D.C. Arch Faces Historic Pushback | Durham News
A new 133-page National Park Service report unexpectedly backs President Trump’s controversial plan for a 250-foot arch in Washington D.C., despite…
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Amoeba Alert: Race to Stop Deadly Infection | Durham News
A deadly amoeba outbreak in North Carolina has left a teen critically ill, sparking an urgent investigation as officials scramble to find the source — a rare…
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Tragic Crosswalk Collision in Cary | Durham News
A tragic crash in Cary claims the life of 76-year-old Soile Lazarz, struck by an SUV while crossing Ederlee Drive at a marked crosswalk. The driver, Ayaz…
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Amoeba on the Move as Climate Shifts | Durham News
A North Carolina teen is critically ill from a rare brain infection caused by the heat-loving amoeba Naegleria fowleri, sparking alarm as climate change pushes…
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Rickey Harper Charged in Coach’s Murder | Durham News
Sixty-year-old Rickey Harper faces first-degree murder charges for the August 13th stabbing death of beloved teacher and basketball coach Sheremy Dillard, 57…
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Virginia Moves Confederate Statues | Durham News
Virginia’s taking bold steps to reshape its public memory—three Confederate statues, including Stonewall Jackson and Dr. McGuire, are being removed from…
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Diplomats Return as Embassy Rules Ease | Durham News
After six months of tense restrictions, U.S. diplomats and families are beginning to return to embassies across the Middle East — not because Iran’s strategy…
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Mail Ballots Face Legal Battle | Durham News
The Trump administration’s controversial mail-in voting executive order is under fire after a Boston judge temporarily blocked it—citing impossible deadlines…
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Wanted Man, Arrests, and Drugs Found | Durham News
Deputies raided a Hoke County home on Alex Baker Road, targeting suspected drug dealer Pierre Dixon — who remains at large with multiple warrants. Though Dixon…
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Raleigh Weighs Youth Curfew After Nashville Model | Durham News
Raleigh is weighing a new youth curfew—11 PM to 5 AM for teens under 18—to tackle rising street violence, inspired by Nashville’s successful model that cut…
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Hunting Wives Leaves Over Incentive Changes | Durham News
Netflix’s “The Hunting Wives” is exiting North Carolina — not for creative reasons, but because of a new state policy that turns film incentives from…
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Farrah Abraham Runs for Austin Council | Durham News
Farrah Abraham, Teen Mom star, is officially running for Austin City Council District Five — and she’s doing it with an AI-generated twin that dropped a…
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Kidman Family Freezer Witches | Durham News
Nicole Kidman is back as a witch in Practical Magic 2, and her family’s magical legacy just got a whole lot more real — thanks to her niece, who confirmed the…
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Brooke Shields Radiates in Croatia | Durham News
Brooke Shields is living her best life in Croatia, basking under waterfalls and diving into wild waters — all while rocking a sleek navy swimsuit that’s…
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Backpack Ban Paused After Chaos | Durham News
East Garner Middle School is calling off its backpack ban after a chaotic rollout sparked confusion and frustration just days before school started. With…
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First Married Mother Wins Miss USA | Durham News
Justus Kelley, a 31-year-old Virginia mom and wife, just shattered pageant history by winning Miss USA — the first ever to do so while balancing motherhood and…
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Amazon's Fall Shoe Collection 2023 | Durham News
Fall’s just around the corner, and Amazon’s dropped a fresh lineup of footwear to keep you stylish and comfy. From rugged ankle boots and classic loafers to…
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Fauci Diary Sparks NC Senate Debate | Durham News
A June 2020 diary entry from Dr. Anthony Fauci, in which he urged North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to delay school reopenings, is now fueling debate in the…
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Fatal Stabbing in Carrboro Under Investigation | Durham News
A fatal stabbing on Cedarwood Lane in Carrboro has left neighbors shaken and authorities racing to piece together what happened—after screams of “Get off of…
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ACA Coverage Gap Threatens Health and Hospitals | Durham News
ACA marketplace coverage is collapsing, forcing millions to skip prescriptions, delay care, and face a dangerous “health cliff” as premiums soar 58% and…
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Guilty Plea in Tragic Durham Shooting | Durham News
Brian Luster has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2023 fatal shooting of five-year-old Khloe Fennell, which also left her 15-year-old cousin…
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Driver Charged After Killing Pedestrian | Durham News
A 49-year-old driver, Ayaz Pathan, faces charges after fatally striking 76-year-old Soile Lazarz at a marked crosswalk on Ederlee Drive—where a popular trail…
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A Mother’s Legacy in Science | Durham News
Penn Holderness shares the heartbreaking news of his mom Mary Dameron Holderness’s passing after a long battle with Alzheimer’s — but her legacy is anything…
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Fall TV Picks Before the Leaves Fall | Durham News
Summer’s fading fast, but the streaming season is just heating up. Hulu’s Adults returns with more chaotic laughs, Netflix’s Leanne delivers heartfelt humor…
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Miguel Speaks Out Against Online Hate | Durham News
R&B star Miguel drops a powerful message about the relentless harassment, racism, and stalking he and his girlfriend Margaret Zhang have faced — especially…
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Matt and Abby Welcome Baby Fischer | Durham News
In a heartfelt Instagram reveal, influencers Matt and Abby Howard welcomed their baby boy, Fischer, in a powerful “redemptive birth” after overcoming past…
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Chase Stokes Rebuilds His Body | Durham News
Chase Stokes is ditching the lean, fasting lifestyle he maintained for Outer Banks to embrace a new, muscular physique for his role in Thunder Road. After five…
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Nvidia’s AI Boom Powers the Tech World | Durham News
Nvidia just shattered records with a $96 billion Q2 revenue surge—up 106% year-over-year—driven by AI’s unstoppable demand. Their Data Center unit alone raked…
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Dollar Tree’s Price Hike Pays Off | Durham News
Dollar Tree is quietly reinventing itself — ditching the strict “one dollar” rule to offer three and five dollar items, and shoppers are responding with record…
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Army Bases to Power with Nuclear Microreactors | Durham News
Fort Bragg is set to become a testbed for next-gen nuclear power as one of five U.S. military bases selected under the Janus Program to host microreactors — a…
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Victim 10 Recants Abuse Testimony | Durham News
A major bombshell in the Jerry Sandusky case: Victim 10, one of the accusers, plans to recant his testimony, claiming prosecutors pressured him to fabricate…
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Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Unplug in North Carolina | Durham News
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster are embracing a peaceful, low-key summer in North Carolina, trading NYC’s hustle for quiet dinners, outdoor adventures, and…
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Manifest Spinoff Lands in Denver | Durham News
Netflix is diving back into the Manifest universe with a fresh mystery series, Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery, set to premiere with a brand-new cast and…
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Jenelle Homeschools Kids After Bullying and Health Struggles | Durham News
Jenelle Evans is homeschooling her youngest kids, Kaiser and Ensley, through ACELLUS Academy after Kaiser faced relentless bullying over his weight—and…
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Coach Dillard Remembered Through Scholarship | Durham News
A beloved teacher and basketball coach, Sheremy Gwenette Dillard, was tragically stabbed to death at age 57—her boyfriend, Rickey Harper, now faces…
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Vote for North Carolina's Coolest Made Products | Durham News
North Carolina’s “Coolest Thing Made in NC” contest is heating up with 88 nominees—from food to high-tech trains—showcasing the state’s manufacturing might…