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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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Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Morrisville Left Out of BRT Plan | Durham News
Sixty-foot orange buses are set to zip from downtown Raleigh to Research Triangle Park by 2035, bypassing Morrisville entirely — leaving locals frustrated and…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Disappointed as Charges Dropped | Durham News
Trump blasts Justice Dept. for dropping charges against David Hearn, calling U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro a “chicken” who “folded like an umbrella,” claiming…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Students Weigh In on School Safety | Durham News
Students in Wake County are sounding the alarm—not for panic, but for progress. A recent survey reveals most feel safe, but they’re pushing for smarter, more…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!States Sue Over Trump Tariffs | Durham News
Twenty-five states are suing the Trump administration over new tariffs, claiming they’re a legal loophole to bypass a Supreme Court ruling that blocked certain…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gabrielle Carrington Pleads Not Guilty | Durham News
Gabrielle Carrington, once a star of X Factor UK, now faces murder charges after allegedly causing the death of influencer Klaudia Zakrzewska in a violent road…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!August Streaming Blitz Drops Big | Durham News
August is exploding with streaming content as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and more drop massive new releases — from blockbuster movies…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!States Sue Over TANF Data Rule | Durham News
Over 20 states and D.C. are suing the Trump administration over a new rule that would let federal agencies access sensitive personal data—like Social Security…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Vance Boelter’s State Court Date | Durham News
Vance Boelter, already serving life plus 40 years for federal murder charges, now faces state court — where he could get mandatory life without parole. The…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Scott Eastwood on Taylor Swift's Wildest Dreams | Durham News
Scott Eastwood reveals how Taylor Swift personally called him out of the blue to star in her “Wildest Dreams” video—no warning, no prep. He was stunned but…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wake County Cuts Bus Routes Amid Driver Shortage | Durham News
Wake County schools are slashing bus routes at 20 campuses to tackle a driver shortage — nine schools now fall into “non-transportation zones,” while eleven…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Barker Speaks Out on Body Shaming | Durham News
Alabama Barker’s fed up with body-shamers targeting her online, vows to get “super skinny” by 2027, and isn’t holding back—while fans rally behind her, calling…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brand New Day Shatters Box Office Records | Durham News
Spider-Man’s Brand New Day just shattered box office records with a jaw-dropping $360 million opening weekend—surpassing even Avengers: Endgame’s previous…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tate McRae Speaks Out on Politics | Durham News
Tate McRae is shutting down online rumors that she’s a MAGA supporter, after her collaboration with Morgan Wallen and a viral joke by Trump sparked wild…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Body Found in Neuse River Near Raleigh | Durham News
A chilling discovery along the Neuse River near Raleigh Beach has sparked a major investigation after a body was found by a resident who initially mistook it…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Accused of Killing Neighbor Mistaking Him for Bear | Durham News
A 25-year-old man faces manslaughter charges after allegedly shooting and killing his neighbor in a midnight standoff he claimed was against a bear — but the…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Buc-ee's Lawsuit Saga Exposed | Durham News
Buc-ee’s, the Texas gas station chain set to open in Mebane next year, found itself in the spotlight after John Oliver roasted its trademark…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Edwards Faces Ethics Censure Over Alleged Harassment | Durham News
House Ethics Committee recommends censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards over allegations of creating a hostile work environment and sexual harassment toward two young…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jake and Romy Honor Dad at Dodgers | Durham News
Jake and Romy Reiner, the children of late Hollywood icon Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, made a poignant return to Dodger Stadium — throwing out the first…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Shows Drop This Week | Durham News
Netflix drops “Let’s Marry Harry” with Harry Jowsey hunting love among 20 women, while Apple TV+ revives the feel-good hit “Ted Lasso” and “My Life with the…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Durham Pauses AI Data Centers | Durham News
Durham County is considering a nine-month pause on new data centers in unincorporated areas to tackle the messy regulatory gap and protect local resources—just…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Natasha Ward: Talent and Heart on the Track | Durham News
A bright light in Australian athletics, Natasha Ward, just 21, has died suddenly—her cause remains unknown. A rising star in track and field, she earned medals…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Coca-Cola’s Asia Strategy Under Pressure | Durham News
Coca-Cola’s global numbers look strong, with double-digit earnings growth and rising soda sales—but Asia Pacific’s story is more nuanced. While overall volume…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jax Taylor and Lori Krebs Drama | Durham News
Jax Taylor’s latest drama heats up as new photos show him cozy with publicist Lori Krebs in Puerto Vallarta—just as Brittany Cartwright cut ties with her…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Spider-Man Shatters Box Office Record | Durham News
Spider-Man’s “Brand New Day” just shattered box office records with a jaw-dropping $360 million opening weekend in North America—surpassing even “Avengers…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Coffee Shops in Stores Are Here to Stay | Durham News
Brands like Coach and Uniqlo are brewing up a retail revolution by opening coffee shops inside their stores—strategically designed to hook younger shoppers…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Triangle Water Restrictions Lifted | Durham News
Raleigh residents can breathe easy—water restrictions are officially lifted after July’s record-breaking rain brought over 12 inches and ended the…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Bill Could Save Seniors from Scams | Durham News
A landmark bill, H.R. 2478, just passed the House with a staggering 414-2 vote, targeting the billion-dollar scam crisis hitting older Americans. With seniors…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ariana Grande Steps Back from Spotlight | Durham News
Ariana Grande is stepping away from the London stage production “Sunday in the Park With George” set for 2027, opting instead to take a well-earned break after…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Triangle Conservancy Secures 602 Acres | Durham News
Triangle Land Conservancy scores a major conservation win with the $960K purchase of 602-acre Gar Gut Marshes—home to two miles of Neuse River shoreline and…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Seaplane Crash Near Bahamas | Durham News
A seaplane carrying twelve people crashed into a dock near North Bimini, Bahamas, during takeoff — but all were safely rescued with no injuries. Video from…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Chatham County’s New Sheriff Takes Oath | Durham News
Chatham County welcomes its new sheriff, Steve Maynor, who took the oath of office after a smooth transition from retiring Sheriff Mike Roberson. With over 20…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Baby Boy Drowns in Bathtub Tragedy | Durham News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Garner, North Carolina, when a 14-month-old boy drowned in a bathtub after being left alone — charges now include…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rethinking Retirement Tech for the Digital Age | Durham News
Retirement tech is racing to match the seamless, AI-powered experiences today’s workers expect—driven by digital natives demanding instant access, personalized…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NIH Funding Crisis Hits Universities | Durham News
Federal research funding is in chaos, leaving scientists anxious as NIH grants drop and delays pile up—UNC lost $131M over two years, awards are slower and…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Accused in Fatal Bathtub Tragedy | Durham News
A 19-year-old stepfather is facing murder charges after his 14-month-old stepson died in a bathtub — a heartbreaking case that underscores how critical…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!U.S. Races to Mine Minerals from Waste | Durham News
The U.S. is racing to cut its reliance on China for critical minerals essential to advanced weapons, as military demands surge and trade bans tighten. Phoenix…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Head Start Under Fire | Durham News
Trump’s administration is poised to overhaul Head Start, the decades-old early education program for low-income families, potentially slashing its strict…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Shooting at Greensboro Banquet Hall | Durham News
Nine people, including four teens, were injured in a pre-dawn shooting at Greensboro’s Royal Banquet Hall — all expected to recover. Police say the attack was…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Two Lost at Holden Beach | Durham News
Two adults tragically lost their lives in a sudden ocean rescue near Holden Beach Sunday morning, as emergency crews battled to save them—only to find no signs…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wildfires Ravage Eastern Washington | Durham News
Eastern Washington is reeling from devastating wildfires forcing 60,000 people from their homes and destroying over 600 structures, with Spokane’s VA hospital…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Triangle Cinemas Fire Shutdown | Durham News
Triangle Cinemas Fire Shutdown | Durham News
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Blanche Cancels $1.8B Fund Amid Nomination Push | Durham News
Attorney General Todd Blanche just axed the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” — a move that cleared the way for his confirmation after Republican senators…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Campus Chase After Targeted Break-In | Durham News
Campus Chase After Targeted Break-In | Durham News
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Angela Kohl Charged With Stealing Charity Funds | Durham News
A charity helping kids whose parents died or were injured at work is rocked by a shocking theft: $118,000 vanished over 18 months under the nose of its only…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mythic Mini-Golf Opens in Raleigh | Durham News
The Triangle’s summer and fall are bursting with new biz—art galleries, indoor mini-golf, and more filling vacant spots across Raleigh, Durham, and Cary. Big…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Shifts Toward Iran Talks | Durham News
Tensions escalate as Trump halts military strikes on Iran, pivoting to diplomacy after Gulf allies urged restraint—yet Tehran insists talks are only with Oman…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mortgage or Market Risk | Durham News
Should you pay off a super low mortgage or invest the extra cash? The debate’s heating up—especially with pandemic-era rates still hanging around. Conventional…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Blanche Drops Trump Fund Amid Senate Push | Durham News
Todd Blanche has shut down the $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” for Donald Trump, a move triggered by pressure from two Republican senators blocking his…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!SpaceX’s Public Debut Under Scrutiny | Durham News
SpaceX’s big debut as a public company hits a critical moment with its first quarterly earnings report—Wall Street’s eyes are glued to Starlink’s subscriber…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Experienced Workers Left Behind in AI | Durham News
Older workers are quietly steering AI decisions at their companies but are being left out of training—despite strong interest and proven willingness to learn…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Experienced Workers Left Behind in AI | Durham News
Older workers are quietly steering AI decisions at their companies but are being left out of training—despite strong interest and proven willingness to learn…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Triangle Water Levels Shift | Durham News
Rain’s finally coming to the Triangle, and it’s already making waves: Falls Lake is now at 84% capacity, prompting Raleigh to ease up on water…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Apple’s Stock Drops Amid Supply Chain Woes | Durham News
Apple’s stock took a seven percent hit despite beating earnings, as supply chain woes—especially in memory chips—threaten growth and margins. CEO Tim Cook…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Retirement Gaps for Single Retirees | Durham News
Single retirees face a retirement crisis most financial advice ignores—without a partner to share costs or care, they’re hit with surprise long-term care…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Faith Hedgepeth Trial Prep Heat | Durham News
The Faith Hedgepeth murder trial is heating up as a judge prepares to rule on pivotal motions that could reshape the case—deciding what evidence gets shown to…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Boat Sober Legacy Lives On | Durham News
One year after a devastating boat crash on Harris Lake claimed the life of ten-year-old Brooklyn Carroll, her family turns grief into purpose by championing…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!AMC Theater Assault: Police Seek Witnesses | Durham News
Holly Springs police are urgently seeking two suspects linked to a violent assault at an AMC theater on July 12th that left one person injured — the suspect…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sandra Bullock Celebrates Sisterhood and Practical Magic 2 | Durham News
Sandra Bullock celebrates her sister Gesine Bullock-Prado with heartfelt throwbacks, praising her as a “brilliant soul” who loves her through and through —…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jenelle Evans Supports Son Jace Through Tough Times | Durham News
Jenelle Evans celebrates her son Jace’s 17th birthday with heartwarming photos, revealing his journey through a tough mental health chapter — including a…
Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Senator Calls Miller Unfit for Office | Durham News
Senator Bernie Moreno has turned sharply against Congressman Max Miller, now calling him a “danger” and unfit for office after his daughter accused Miller of…