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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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Disney Drops Major Anniversary Merch | Durham News
Disney just dropped a collector’s dream at D23—celebrating 25 years of Monsters, Inc. with Sulley & Mike plush sets, a Pixar 40th mug packed with icons, and…
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Anxiety Rings: Tiny Tools for Big Stress | Durham News
Anxiety rings—tiny, spinny accessories worn on fingers—are becoming a stealthy stress-buster for Gen Z and young millennials, especially students and…
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WakeMed Merger Could Change Healthcare Costs | Durham News
WakeMed’s potential merger with Atrium Health is sparking fierce debate in Wake County, as locals and healthcare experts weigh the promise of expanded access…
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Wake County Schools Struggle With Bus Shortages | Durham News
Wake County’s school bus crisis just got bigger: 9 more schools, including Stough Elementary and Moore Square Magnet Middle, now fall under non-transportation…
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Ryder Closing Fayetteville Facility | Durham News
Ryder’s Fayetteville truck rental facility at 2486 Gillespie St. is closing, impacting 73 workers with layoffs effective October 12th — but the site won’t sit…
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Black-Owned Businesses Rise Amid Challenges | Durham News
Black-owned businesses in the U.S. are booming—up 62% since 2017, outpacing national growth—but still represent just 3.4% of all employer businesses despite…
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Princess Eugenie Reveals Baby Girl's Name | Durham News
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have revealed the name of their newborn daughter: Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank — a sweet tribute to loved ones…
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Luigi Mangione’s Trial on Hold | Durham News
Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial is on hold as prosecutors scramble to respond to a last-minute motion arguing double jeopardy — a bold legal play after he…
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Gun Rights Restoration Path Opens | Durham News
The Justice Department just launched a major new rule letting some felony convicts petition to restore their gun rights — a big win for Second Amendment…
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Streaming’s Biggest Binge This Week | Durham News
Streaming’s biggest hitters are dropping jaws this week: Starz unleashes the Michael Jackson biopic Michael, Paramount+ sends Average Joe to South Africa for…
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Pet Travel Safety You Can’t Ignore | Durham News
Hitting the road with your furry crew? It’s way more than just a leash and a hotel room. You’ve got to prep for state-specific pet rules, secure your pet in…
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Childhood Fame’s Hidden Cost | Durham News
Alexa PenaVega opens up about the crushing weight of childhood fame, honoring Hayden Panettiere’s tragic death at 36 and reflecting on the shared struggles of…
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AMD’s Bold Moves in SpaceX and Nutanix | Durham News
AMD just dropped a bombshell: they’ve secretly invested big in both SpaceX and Nutanix, sparking wild speculation about their AI strategy. While the SpaceX…
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Trump Halts U.S.-South Korea Drills | Durham News
Trump shocks allies by halting joint U.S.-South Korea military drills, citing his personal rapport with Kim Jong Un and claiming North Korea is now…
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Libraries Struggle to Meet Digital Demand | Durham News
North Carolina libraries are drowning in demand for blockbuster books like “Yesteryear,” with waitlists stretching into the thousands—both for physical and…
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Hayden Panettiere Passes at 36 | Durham News
Tragedy strikes as beloved actress Hayden Panettiere, known for “Heroes” and “Nashville,” is found unresponsive at 36 in Greenville — her father calls her a…
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Apple’s iPhone Release Strategy Shifts | Durham News
Apple’s iPhone lineup could be getting a major overhaul this fall, with the Pro models launching in September but the standard iPhone 18 held back until early…
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Hayden Panettiere’s Tragic Passing | Durham News
Actress Hayden Panettiere, 36, was found unresponsive in Greenville and pronounced dead at the scene; police confirm no signs of foul play. Her father called…
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Sustainability Can't Always Pay the Bills | Durham News
MUD Jeans, the pioneering denim brand built on repair, resale, and recycling to slash textile waste, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy — a sobering reminder…
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Climate’s Local Impact in North Carolina | Durham News
Lily Carey, North Carolina’s new climate and environment reporter at The News & Observer, is on a mission to show how climate change is reshaping everyday…
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Three-Vehicle Pile-Up on NC 152 | Durham News
A brutal three-vehicle pile-up on N.C. 152 in Cumberland County sent shockwaves through the community—when a Ford Transit van clipped a tow truck, sending it…
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Heat or Profit Behind Rising Bills | Durham News
Summer heat is driving up electricity bills in the Triangle, but it’s not just the weather—Duke Energy’s profit motives and infrastructure spending are also…
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Governor Veto Threatens Judicial Independence | Durham News
Governor Josh Stein is poised to veto a controversial bill that would grant the state’s chief justice unprecedented power to suspend trial judges without pay…
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Vanguard Teams Up with T Rowe Price | Durham News
Vanguard’s making waves by partnering with T. Rowe Price to manage key funds worth over $42 billion — a historic first for the duo. While the alliance grabs…
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Hayden Panettiere Remembered with Love | Durham News
Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress known for her radiant spirit and talent, has passed away at just 36. Her father called her an “incredible light and a…
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Fire at Rolling Hills Apartments | Durham News
Fire at Rolling Hills Apartments | Durham News
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Warehouse War Over State Liquor | Durham News
The state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is pushing hard for a new $310 million automated warehouse to replace its outdated, 40-year-old…
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NC Voters Disapprove of Trump | Durham News
North Carolina voters remain sharply divided on President Trump, with 54% disapproving of his job performance — a slight uptick from March — while just 36%…
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Suspect in Kidnapping Arrested | Durham News
A tense manhunt in Harnett County, North Carolina, ends with the arrest of 38-year-old Daniel Francis Gear, wanted for kidnapping a 12-year-old girl—though she…
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Durham Man Shot in Active Homicide | Durham News
A man was found shot Sunday afternoon in Durham, NC, sparking an active homicide investigation. Police are seeking public tips—anyone with info can contact…
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Tragic Crash on Smithfield Road | Durham News
A tragic crash on South Smithfield Road near Dunn Road early Sunday morning claimed the life of 28-year-old Iasia Robinson from Clayton. The single-vehicle…
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Ariana Grande Steps Back for Healing | Durham News
Ariana Grande stunned London fans by bringing out Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo for a surprise performance of “For Good” and “Happy Days” during her Eternal…
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Landline Shutdowns and Your Options | Durham News
A Durham, North Carolina resident’s century-old landline is on the chopping block as Frontier (Verizon) pushes customers toward fiber or wireless tech — but…
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Man Charged in Triple Murder | Durham News
A North Carolina man, Demetrius Aggelis, 40, faces three first-degree murder and one burglary charge after authorities found his mother, niece, and stepfather…
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Two Fort Hood Pilots Lost in Apache Crash | Durham News
Two Fort Hood Apache pilots are dead after their helicopter crashed during a test flight in central Texas — Chief Warrant Officer Deontre T. Huey and Warrant…
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Triangle Life in Snapshots | Durham News
Students settle into dorms, marching bands hit the practice field, and new schools open their doors—while safety tech saves trucks and confetti rains after a…
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Sweetgreen’s Tinned Fish Gamble | Durham News
Sweetgreen’s betting big on canned fish to revive its flagging sales—partnering with buzzy tinned tuna brand Fishwife for a limited-time “Fishwife Summer”…
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Can You Retire Abroad on Social Security | Durham News
Retiring abroad on just your Social Security check? It’s doable—but only in a few places. Panama leads the pack with its easy Pensionado program requiring just…
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Triangle’s Most Missed Italian Eateries | Durham News
The Triangle’s Italian food scene is feeling a major loss as beloved local spots like Andy’s Pizza, Angotti’s, and Darryl’s—once staples with multiple…
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Buffett's Time-Tested Investing Wisdom | Durham News
Buffett’s timeless investing wisdom cuts through market noise: focus on businesses you understand, with earnings that’ll grow for decades. While others chased…
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The Hidden Code of Social Success | Durham News
Social fitting isn’t just nice to have—it’s a hidden lifeline to success, but for autistic people, cracking its code can feel impossible. They crave…
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Shadow’s New Eagle Companion Arrives | Durham News
Shadow the Big Bear bald eagle has returned to his nest with a new companion, KD1 — a larger eagle whose gender remains uncertain but who may be female, given…
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Tropical Storm Lala Heads for Hawaii | Durham News
Tropical Storm Lala is barreling toward Hawaii’s Big Island, poised to become a hurricane by Saturday—packing 60 mph winds and heading west-northwest…
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Megan Fox Shuts Down Age Critics | Durham News
Megan Fox’s latest Instagram photos sent shockwaves—and love—through the comments, as she slayed in leather and shut down haters with a sass-soaked “Then don’t…
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Durham Shooting Leaves One Dead | Durham News
At 12:30 AM Friday, police in Durham responded to a shooting on East Main Street, finding a man and woman both critically injured. The woman died at the…
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Fire Devastates Home, Claims Pets Lives | Durham News
A devastating house fire in Harnett County claimed the lives of two beloved pets and left four firefighters injured by electrocution after contacting aluminum…
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Tragedy at Family Daycare in Hopkins | Durham News
A chilling tragedy unfolded in Hopkins, Minnesota, when Nathan Brown allegedly stabbed his wife, Kristen Brown, and their 7-year-old daughter, Evie, in their…
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Paramount Offers CNN to Win Approval | Durham News
Paramount’s bold move to offer CNN as a bargaining chip in its $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger is sending shockwaves through media and regulatory…
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Roth Conversions and Medicare Costs | Durham News
Roth conversions may seem like a smart move for tax-free growth, but they come with a hidden cost: triggering IRMAA, which can add $1,148 to $6,936 per person…
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Shoe Struggles: Parents vs. Price Tags | Durham News
Back-to-school season is hitting families hard—especially when it comes to shoes. Prices have jumped 3.2% this year, on track for the biggest increase in…
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Marathons Adapt to Rising Heat | Durham News
As climate change turns marathons into survival challenges, iconic races are scrambling to adapt—shifting dates, starting earlier, or even shortening courses…
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New Lemur Babies at Duke Center | Durham News
Tiny lemur babies are stealing the spotlight at the Duke Lemur Center, with one already peeking out from behind a window for public viewing while another stays…
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Bezos Invests in Liverpool Football | Durham News
Jeff Bezos is quietly reshaping his empire—selling 15 million Amazon shares (worth over $4 billion) while reportedly eyeing a major stake in Liverpool FC…
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Travis Barker’s Raw Journey Through Fear and Family | Durham News
Travis Barker’s raw, unfiltered life unfolds in the new Hulu documentary “Louder Than Fear,” diving into his near-fatal 2008 plane crash, crippling fear of…
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Seventy-Year-Old Woman Faces 20 Felony Charges | Durham News
A 70-year-old woman in Fayetteville is facing 20 felony charges after deputies raided her Rock Hill Road home, uncovering over 30 grams of meth, cocaine, and…
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Creative Minds Microschool in Yass Prize Race | Durham News
A tiny microschool in Wendell, North Carolina, is going head-to-head for a $1 million education prize — and it’s not just about the cash. Creative Minds…
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North Carolina Man Hits $1M Scratch-Off | Durham News
A Franklin County, North Carolina man just won a life-changing $1 million on a $10 LOTERIA MULTIPLIER scratch-off—purchased at Marco’s Mini Mart. He chose the…
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Muse’s Bellamy and Evans Split | Durham News
Muse’s Matt Bellamy and model Elle Evans have called it quits after a high-profile romance and family life that seemed picture-perfect—until behind-the-scenes…
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Soldier Missing, Daughter Awaits Father | Durham News
A Fort Bragg soldier, Specialist Sayveon Anderson, vanished in June while under suicide watch—just months after his daughter Nadia’s birth. His partner…
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Raleigh Considers Teen Curfew After July 4 Chaos | Durham News
Raleigh’s city leaders are weighing a new curfew for teens under 17 after chaos erupted at a massive Fourth of July gathering that left dozens injured and…