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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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Fourth of July Shootings Lead to Arrests | Durham News
Violent Fourth of July chaos led to multiple arrests as authorities crack down on shootings across the city. Six teens face juvenile charges, while two 16- and…
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Trucks Keep Getting Stuck on Peace Street Bridge | Durham News
Trucks keep getting stuck under Raleigh’s infamous Peace Street Bridge—the “Can-opener” or “Peace Street Peeler”—with three more incidents this week alone…
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AI Exploitation of Minors Under Scrutiny | Durham News
A Wake County teen faces multiple felony charges for allegedly using AI to generate explicit images of minors, sparking urgent debate over how existing laws…
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Voting Machines and Foreign Access | Durham News
Foreign adversaries may have access to voting machines—but don’t panic yet. While vulnerabilities exist and have been demonstrated in labs, real-world…
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Supreme Court Lawyer Sentenced for Tax Fraud | Durham News
A once-celebrated Supreme Court lawyer and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, Goldstein, has been sentenced to six years in prison for tax evasion and mortgage fraud —…
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Clayton's Wastewater Crisis and Fix | Durham News
Clayton’s wastewater system buckled under heavy rain, spilling 4,500 gallons—1,000 into Little Creek—marking the fourth such overflow in five years. Residents…
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Trump’s New Tariffs Resurface | Durham News
Trump’s new tariffs hit 60 countries under Section 301, replacing last year’s struck-down levies — a move critics call a stealthy tariff reboot that’ll fuel…
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Corey Ruiz Killing Sparks Demand for Justice | Durham News
A 38-year-old man, Corey Ruiz, was fatally shot by Madison police during a knife confrontation — sparking outrage, protests, and demands for criminal charges…
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Paramount Warner Merger Delayed | Durham News
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery’s $81 billion merger is hitting major roadblocks, with the deal now delayed until next year as a judge weighs a 12-state…
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Teen Girls Hurt in Golf Cart Crash | Durham News
Teen Girls Hurt in Golf Cart Crash | Durham News
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Glenwood South Safety Crisis | Durham News
A 17-year-old faces adult charges after a July Fourth shooting in Glenwood South, part of a broader crackdown where eight suspects have been charged—two…
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Hate Crimes Target Jewish and Asian Victims | Durham News
A 51-year-old suspect, Raul Morales, was arrested in NYC for allegedly stabbing two people on the Upper West Side—both attacks reportedly preceded by “Allahu…
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Shooting at Durham House Near Campus | Durham News
A shooting erupted Friday afternoon on Formosa Avenue in Durham, just across from North Carolina Central University, sending shockwaves through the community…
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Camille Kostek Calls Out Online Trolls | Durham News
Camille Kostek’s fed up with online trolls attacking her appearance, so she dropped a fiery video telling them to “go outside and get some sun.” Her fans are…
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Macy's July Black Friday Sale | Durham News
Macy’s is dropping jaws with “Black Friday in July” — massive 80% off on luxury watches and jewelry from Fossil, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, and more. Diamond…
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Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Disruptions | Durham News
Two oil tankers rerouted in the Red Sea after Houthi claims of attacks, while Kazakhstan’s exports hit another blow in the Black Sea—all on the same day…
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Rain Brings Hope, But Drought Lingers | Durham News
After months of drought, a much-needed rainstorm brought relief to Central North Carolina farmers, reviving crops like Travis Nelms’ soybeans that are now…
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Didi Conn Revisits Grease Immersive | Durham News
Didi Conn, the original Frenchy from Grease, got nostalgic at London’s immersive “Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical” event, tearing up during “Beauty School…
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Bret Michaels Rocks Through Kidney Stone Pain | Durham News
Bret Michaels rocked three brutal shows straight through with kidney stones—Charleston, Grantville, and a special military family gig in Spokane—before finally…
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D4vd Murder Trial Unfolds | Durham News
A chilling autopsy reveals how 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez died—dismembered, with fatal stab wounds to her liver and ribs—after being killed by singer…
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Gulf Tensions Escalate as Ships Disabled | Durham News
U.S. forces disabled a merchant vessel in the Gulf of Oman after it repeatedly ignored warnings to halt, marking the second commercial ship hit since the…
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Fed May Shift Inflation Target | Durham News
Long-term Treasury bonds are finally showing signs of recovery after five years of losses, thanks to a bold new idea from Bank of America: the Fed might ditch…
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Macy's Black Friday July Sandal Sale | Durham News
Macy’s is dropping Black Friday in July madness with sandals under $30—think strappy heels, comfy slides, and flip-flops from brands like Calvin Klein and…
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AWS Cloud Surges Amid AI Boom | Durham News
Wall Street’s buzzing with bullish energy on Amazon’s AWS as Q2 earnings loom — analysts now believe it could smash expectations, especially on cloud growth…
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Tick Bites Soaring in Southeast | Durham News
Tick bites are surging in the Southeast, sending ER visits to a ten-year high—don’t ignore it. Experts stress a two-pronged defense: treat clothes with…
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Teen Accused in Deadly Hit-and-Run | Durham News
A 21-year-old from Fayetteville, Shamar Curry, faces serious charges after allegedly hitting a pedestrian in Greensboro late Thursday night—leaving the victim…
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LeBron Joins Sixers, Fans Celebrate | Durham News
LeBron Joins Sixers, Fans Celebrate | Durham News
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Durham’s Breweries Face Tough Times | Durham News
Durham’s craft beer scene is in freefall as beloved local breweries shutter their doors amid rising costs, shifting demographics, and changing consumer…
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New Dunkin' Opens in Raleigh | Durham News
Dunkin’ Donuts is hitting Raleigh with a massive new 3,000-square-foot flagship on Capital Boulevard, opening July 28th — bringing 30 new jobs and serving…
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Selena Gomez Celebrates 34 in Style | Durham News
Selena Gomez turned 34 in style, dropping stunning yacht pics in a blue bikini and a sleek white one-piece, makeup-free and glowing, showing off her tattoos…
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Olivia Culpo’s Second Trimester Prep | Durham News
Olivia Culpo is in her third trimester and gearing up for her second C-section — this time to welcome her second child just one year after her daughter, with…
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Giannis on Love and Family | Durham News
Giannis Antetokounmpo opens up about his marriage, calling his wife his rock for her honesty and fierce family protection—qualities he says are vital for…
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Tony Romo Arrested for Suspected DUI | Durham News
Tony Romo Arrested for Suspected DUI | Durham News
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Fifteen Years of Local Sound | Durham News
Fifteen years of community connection, zero radio waves—Little Raleigh Radio keeps broadcasting love, local stories, and soulful music online, powered by…
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Nighttime Crash in North Durham | Durham News
A major car crash rocked north Durham late Thursday night, sending two vehicles flipping at the busy intersection of Old Oxford Road and Deaborn Drive. At…
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Inmate Escapes Minimum Security Facility | Durham News
A fugitive inmate, Raymond Warren, 35, escaped from Forsyth Correctional Center in Winston-Salem early Friday—just weeks before his scheduled release…
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Alphabet’s AI Bet Sparks Market Jitters | Durham News
Alphabet’s stock took a hit after its latest earnings, wiping out nearly $294 billion in market value despite beating revenue expectations. The real concern? A…
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North Carolina’s Expungement Gap | Durham News
North Carolina’s Second Chance Act, designed to automate and simplify record expungement, has left a messy gap: local agencies like Wake County’s don’t know…
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Two More Arrests in July Shooting Spree | Durham News
Two more arrests made in Fourth of July shootings: a 17-year-old girl in Goldsboro faces adult charges for a Capital Boulevard shooting, while a 16-year-old on…
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Harry Meghan Kids Reunite in UK | Durham News
Prince Harry, Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet made a rare return to the U.K. — their first trip in four years — sparking joy and nostalgia as the kids carried…
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Buyer’s Market or Limited Choices | Durham News
Pending home sales just hit a three-month low as fewer buyers are getting offers accepted—thanks to rising mortgage rates, economic uncertainty, and even oil…
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Johnny Depp as Scrooge at Comic-Con | Durham News
Johnny Depp stunned fans at San Diego Comic-Con by showing up as full-on Ebenezer Scrooge, complete with makeup, top hat, and cane, promoting his new Christmas…
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Daniella Karagach Debunks Pregnancy Rumors | Durham News
Daniella Karagach is shutting down online rumors she’s pregnant with her second child, calling out the harmful habit of assuming a woman’s body shape equals…
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LeBron’s Final Chapter Begins in Philly | Durham News
LeBron James, 41, is making his final NBA move — signing a two-year, $8M deal with the Philadelphia Sixers — not for the money, but because he still loves the…
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Trump Reschedules Dinner Amid Security Shifts | Durham News
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is back — but with tighter security, fewer guests, and a charged atmosphere. President Trump, who’s attending, plans to…
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Wisconsin Absentee Ballot Fight | Durham News
A new lawsuit is forcing Wisconsin to rethink its absentee ballot rules, arguing voters deserve a safety net: if your mail-in ballot doesn’t arrive by Election…
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Troy Jackson Eyes Senate Seat | Durham News
Maine Democrats are turning to Troy Jackson, a fifth-gen logger and former Senate president, to lead their charge against Susan Collins in a pivotal U.S…
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Greensboro Mail Delay Crisis | Durham News
A major USPS processing center in Greensboro, North Carolina, is paralyzed after a power outage triggered by a fire at a nearby substation, leaving hundreds of…
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Measles Surge Threatens U.S. Eradication | Durham News
Measles is roaring back in the U.S. with over 2,300 cases this year—already surpassing all of 2025 and nearing the worst outbreak since 1991. Outbreaks in…
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Obama Surprises WNBA Stars at New Court | Durham News
Former President Barack Obama surprised the WNBA All-Stars with an unannounced visit to his new Presidential Center, delighting the 22 players who were caught…
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Winston-Salem Inmate Escapes | Durham News
A fugitive named Raymond Warren, 35, escaped from Forsythe Correctional Center in Winston-Salem—where he was serving a sentence until 2028 for larceny…
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ABC11 Faces FCC License Battle | Durham News
ABC11 is locked in a high-stakes battle with the FCC over its license renewal, as Disney pushes back against early renewal demands, arguing its stations have…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Taco Bell | Durham News
Over 4,000 cases of Cyclosporiasis have erupted across 41 states, with 308 hospitalized — and the CDC’s tracing it to contaminated Taco Bell lettuce in…
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Big Tech and Auto Giants Invest in Skilled Trades | Durham News
Four big companies are pouring $450 million into skilled trades training—Ford leads with $300 million to fill thousands of tech roles, BlackRock chips in $100…
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Puppeteer Bitten by Copperhead | Durham News
Puppeteer Jeghetto, aka Tarish Pipkins, got bitten by a copperhead while mowing his lawn—forcing him to cancel shows, a beloved neurodivergent puppet camp, and…
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Birds and Forests Beat Traffic Noise | Durham News
New research from NC State reveals that combining restored urban forests with birdsong delivers a powerful stress-busting combo—way more effective than either…
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Heat Wave Hits North Carolina Hard | Durham News
North Carolina’s sweltering summer is sending shockwaves through hospitals—over 3,600 heat-related visits since May, with spikes during record-breaking…
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Chris Brown Pleads Guilty in London Brawl | Durham News
Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to affray after a violent brawl at London’s Tape nightclub in February 2023, where he allegedly smashed a bottle over a…
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Prime Video Just Dropped | Durham News
Prime Video just dropped a jaw-dropping new series that’s already turning heads — and it’s not even halfway through its run. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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Retirement Healthcare Costs Skyrocket | Durham News
Retirement healthcare costs are skyrocketing — new Fidelity data shows a 65-year-old retiring in 2026 could face $185,500 in out-of-pocket expenses over their…