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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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AMG Logo Burns Drivers in Lawsuit | Durham News
Mercedes-AMG owners are suing the automaker claiming the heated metallic logo on driver’s seats caused painful, branded burns—two plaintiffs say they suffered…
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Helicopter Crash Sparks Wildfire in Utah | Durham News
A helicopter crash in Utah sparked a wildfire that merged with an existing blaze, now covering 174 square miles and completely surrounding the crash…
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Whitney Houston’s Legacy Lives On | Durham News
Whitney Houston’s legacy soars higher than ever with the surprise release of her new album “WH1TNEY,” featuring all 11 of her Billboard Hot 100 number one…
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ICE Body Cameras and the Footage Problem | Durham News
ICE is rolling out body cameras for every field officer by August, promising transparency—but with a major caveat: footage won’t automatically be released…
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Faith Leaders Protest New Immigration Law | Durham News
A prayer vigil in Raleigh united clergy and faith leaders in solidarity with law enforcement and immigrant communities, protesting Senate Bill 153 — a…
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Verizon Phone Outage Hits Thousands | Durham News
Phones went dark across the U.S. as Verizon and AT&T faced major service outages, leaving customers stranded—especially in Nashville and Wake County—with calls…
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AMD’s Power Play in AI Inference | Durham News
AMD’s bold move to acquire Taalas signals a strategic pivot in the AI chip race, targeting cloud providers drowning in power costs. While Nvidia still…
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Jeana Keough Battles Tongue Cancer | Durham News
Jeana Keough from The Real Housewives of Orange County is battling tongue cancer, having completed chemo and facing just a few more radiation sessions. Her…
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Britney Speaks Out on Botox Nightmare | Durham News
Britney Spears spills the tea on a disastrous Botox mishap — one doctor injected so much into her left eye it drooped for weeks, and she’s now warning fans to…
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Kimberly Keeps Keaton’s Legacy | Durham News
Kimberly Williams-Paisley just scored a fashion moment from Diane Keaton’s auction — a bold “NO MORE WAR” hat and gloves — and wore them proudly, channeling…
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Disney’s Free Streaming Gambit | Durham News
Disney’s streaming strategy is about to get wild — they’re reportedly exploring free ad-supported channels to lure viewers tired of paying for endless…
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Biden's Cancer Battle and Family Strength | Durham News
President Joe Biden’s battle with aggressive, bone-metastatic prostate cancer continues, as his son Hunter updates the public on his father’s resilience and…
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Caterpillar Surges with Tariff Wins | Durham News
Caterpillar just shattered records with over $20 billion in sales and a 73% jump in profits per share, fueled by unexpected tariff recoveries and broad growth…
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Tragic Loss of NC State’s Jack Roney | Durham News
Tragic loss: NC State’s beloved swim coach Jack Roney, 39, died unexpectedly while practicing underwater breathing with his wife at a local pool. Submerged for…
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Sex Offender Charged with Secret Peeping | Durham News
A North Carolina registered sex offender, 44-year-old Kevin Henderson, was arrested in Raleigh on secret peeping charges tied to multiple incidents in Durham…
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Vibrio Rise in Louisiana Coast | Durham News
Louisiana’s facing a deadly spike in flesh-eating bacteria—Vibrio vulnificus—with nine cases this year, five already fatal, up from just one death in past…
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Remembering Matt McQuillan: Golf, Heart, and Humor | Durham News
Golf lost a true gem: Matt McQuillan, the beloved PGA Tour pro and hometown hero from Kingston, Ontario, passed away at 45. Rising from childhood lessons with…
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Lilly’s Global Obesity Surge | Durham News
Eli Lilly’s Q2 earnings shattered expectations and shifted investor focus from U.S. launch concerns to explosive international growth, especially in Europe…
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Teen Swims English Channel | Durham News
A 17-year-old from Raleigh, North Carolina, Lorelei Schmidt just shattered expectations by swimming the English Channel—21 miles in just 12 hours and 32…
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Burger Chain’s Bold Turnaround Plan | Durham News
This burger giant is slashing hundreds of underperforming locations and admitting its cost-cutting strategy backfired—hurting brand appeal in a brutal market…
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Sgt Swinton Sacrificed in Heroic Drone Disposal | Durham News
Sgt Swinton Sacrificed in Heroic Drone Disposal | Durham News
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Convert Old Life Insurance to Long-Term Care Tax-Free | Durham News
Did you know you could turn your old life insurance policy into long-term care coverage tax-free? With a 1035 exchange, millions could avoid the crushing cost…
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FCC Ditches TV Ownership Cap | Durham News
The FCC just scrapped the 39% TV ownership cap that’s been in place for 22 years, paving the way for mega-broadcasters to gobble up more local stations — one…
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Illusion & Dread on Netflix This Month | Durham News
Netflix’s August lineup drops two gripping films: “Immaculate,” a chilling horror where Sydney Sweeney plays a nun mysteriously pregnant in an Italian…
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Reese Witherspoon’s Father Recovers | Durham News
Reese Witherspoon shares heartfelt updates about her father’s hospital stay and recovery, thanking fans for their well wishes — a tender moment revealing the…
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25 Pounds of Cocaine Found in Charlotte Storage Unit | Durham News
In a major bust in east Charlotte, cops raided a storage unit bought at auction and uncovered nearly 25 pounds of cocaine, plus meth and fentanyl—thanks to a…
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Google Assistant Replaced by Gemini | Durham News
Google is officially phasing out Google Assistant starting September 4, replacing it with its advanced AI, Gemini, across Android phones, tablets…
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Traveling with Kids Made Easy | Durham News
Traveling internationally with kids? Totally doable—and way more fun than you think! Plan smart: book bassinet flights, pack medically necessary snacks…
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Charlotte Assault Case Sparks Debate | Durham News
A shocking string of unprovoked assaults in Charlotte, North Carolina, involving Di-Quan Hunt—a man with prior assault convictions—has ignited public outrage…
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Two Charged in Local Couple’s Murder | Durham News
Two locals, Jamar Propst and Tasha Lewis, face first-degree murder charges after allegedly killing a couple in their home—Lewis reportedly let Propst in while…
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AI Apps Power Apple’s Subscription Surge | Durham News
Apple’s App Store is cashing in big time—not from downloads, but from AI-powered subscriptions. ChatGPT alone surged from $10M to $275M monthly revenue, while…
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Publix Struggles Amid Rising Costs and Shifting Consumer Habits | Durham News
Publix’s sales are slipping as economic pressure and a Medicare drug pricing change hit their bottom line, while shoppers increasingly prioritize low prices…
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Crypto Funding Authoritarian Regimes | Durham News
Authoritarian regimes are weaponizing cryptocurrency to fund their operations, with North Korea and Russia leading the charge—turning digital assets into…
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The Sandwich Generation Crisis | Durham News
Younger adults are being hit hard by the “sandwich generation” — juggling kids and aging parents starting as early as age thirty-four, a full decade earlier…
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McDonald's Value Push Backfires | Durham News
McDonald’s gambled on a comeback with new low-priced deals to lure back value-conscious customers, but the strategy stumbled—customer satisfaction dropped…
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Disney’s New Community Asteria Revealed | Durham News
Disney’s Storyliving by Disney unveils the stunning new Asteria community in Pittsboro, a 1,500-acre masterpiece set to debut by 2027. Designed by Imagineers…
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Lockheed Martin’s Record-Earning Surge | Durham News
Lockheed Martin is on fire—net earnings skyrocketed from $342 million in Q2 2025 to over $1.8 billion in Q2 2026, fueled by its Missiles and Fire Control…
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Blanche Confirmed as AG Amid Political Firestorm | Durham News
Todd Blanche, Trump’s former lawyer, has narrowly been confirmed as Attorney General in a 50-49 Senate vote, with key Republicans flipping to join Democrats in…
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Gun Buyback Draws Crowds | Durham News
Durham County emptied its wallet—$10K in cash—for a gun buyback that drew crowds for hours, offering $100 for long guns, $150 for handguns, and $250 for…
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Michigan’s Retirement Tax Advantage | Durham News
Michigan’s retirement tax landscape is a retiree’s dream—most Social Security and pension income escapes state taxes, plus no estate or inheritance tax bites…
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School Bus Chaos in Holly Springs | Durham News
A school bus in Holly Springs came to an unexpected stop, sparking panic among parents as cars blocked the route and confusion reigned. No crime occurred, but…
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Influencers in Politics Under Fire | Durham News
Political campaigns are turning to social media influencers to spread their message, with California’s recent primary featuring influencer Shaka Smith…
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Judge Slams Meta Over Kids' Mental Health | Durham News
A New Mexico judge just slapped Meta with a $567 million fine, calling its social media platforms “factories” polluting kids’ mental health—and ordered…
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New Orders Target Birthright Citizenship | Durham News
The White House is rolling out new executive orders to reshape birthright citizenship, targeting babies born to foreign diplomats, “enemies of the U.S.,” and…
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601 Bar Suspended After Deadly Shooting | Durham News
North Carolina’s ABC Commission has shut down The 601 Bar after years of trouble—fights, disturbances, and even drug activity drew constant police attention…
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Teen Swimmer Claims Triple Crown | Durham News
Seventeen-year-old Lorelei Schmidt just became a Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming champion by conquering the English Channel in 12 hours and 5 minutes — a…
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Food Driver Attacked at 1:20 AM | Durham News
A food delivery driver in Jacksonville, North Carolina, was brutally attacked at 1:20 AM when a car she’d honked at suddenly followed her—then its driver…
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Miss NC USA Crown Controversy | Durham News
Former Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse reveals she suspects her conservative Christian beliefs may have contributed to her crown being stripped —…
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Hoops Night Builds Trust One Game at a Time | Durham News
Raleigh’s “Hoops Night” events are turning Friday nights into community game-changers, as teens battle it out on the court with police officers—building…
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CVS Lowers Consultation to $29 | Durham News
CVS Health is launching a $29 telehealth consultation to lure patients into its weight-loss drug ecosystem, using the low price as a gateway to lock in…
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Cary’s Rainy Day Fund Was Hidden | Durham News
Town finances hit a rocky patch as Cary’s rainy-day fund dipped below minimums in FY2023-2024 — a detail quietly scrubbed by former Town Manager Sean Stegall…
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Klamath Leader Takes Helm at IHS | Durham News
Mark Cruz, a Klamath Tribe member and longtime tribal health advocate, has been confirmed as the new head of the Indian Health Service — a historic moment for…
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Water Systems Face Climate and Cyber Threats | Durham News
Water utilities are racing against time as climate chaos and cyber threats collide, jeopardizing our drinking water. Smaller systems scramble with limited…
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Helicopter Crash Amid Wildfire in Utah | Durham News
A Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane helicopter crashed during wildfire suppression in Utah, killing two crew members. The aircraft went down despite favorable flying…
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Road Rage Turns Deadly in Greensboro | Durham News
A woman in Greensboro captured a terrifying road rage incident on video when a man threatened to kill her while driving with her child—leading to his arrest…
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Bertie Drive Fire Displaces Three | Durham News
A house fire erupted Friday night on Bertie Drive, narrowly missing injury but displacing three adults. Though contained to one room, smoke and water damage…
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Banderas Returns to Roots in Spain | Durham News
Antonio Banderas, torn between Hollywood stardom and his Andalusian heart, finally returned to Spain after a heart attack in 2017 — a move that deepened his…
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SpaceX’s Bold Bet or Bust | Durham News
SpaceX’s stock tumbled 13% after its first earnings report as a public company, shocking markets with capital expenditures exceeding $5 billion—far above…
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Demi Schweers Faces New MS Challenge | Durham News
Demi Schweers, a resilient mom and MS advocate, shares a sobering update: after months of stability, she’s been diagnosed with a new brain lesion — a setback…
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Hamilton, Duggars, and Paul’s Big News | Durham News
Lewis Hamilton’s summer just got a whole lot more glamorous—cue pics with Kim Kardashian in Calabasas as he recharges between F1 races, currently sitting…