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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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Oil Prices Rise Amid Trump’s Pivot | Durham News
Trump’s surprise move to re-impose a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz and threaten air strikes on Iran sent oil prices surging—until he backed off a…
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Canes Crowned at Home After 20-Year Wait | Durham News
The Carolina Hurricanes are finally raising their Stanley Cup banner at home after a 20-year drought, kicking off the season against the Florida Panthers—the…
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Kevin O'Leary Sees Real Estate Buying Opportunities | Durham News
Kevin OLeary sees a golden opportunity in the battered office real estate market, where values have plummeted—some by half—creating rare buying power for the…
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Beehive Microgrids Power Rural Resilience | Durham News
Western North Carolina is rolling out solar-powered “Beehive Microgrids” — mobile power stations built in shipping containers — to keep lights on during…
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Kenzie’s Breast Augment & Love Island Truths | Durham News
Kenzie from Love Island USA spilled the tea on Call Her Daddy, revealing she paid out-of-pocket for a breast augmentation—her personal journey to feel more…
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McDonald's Chicken Surge | Durham News
McDonald’s is launching a limited-time Caesar sauce nationwide July 21st, pairing it with new menu items like the Bacon Caesar McCrispy sandwich and Caesar…
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Apple’s Price Hikes Fuel Resilience | Durham News
Apple’s recent price hikes on MacBooks and iPads sent shockwaves through the market, triggering a stock dip that erased all year gains — but just three weeks…
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Ariana and Ricky Reunite After Years | Durham News
Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez are back together after nearly a decade apart — a sweet reunion following her breakup with Ethan Slater. They first dated in…
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Skyway Drive-In Closes After 75 Years | Durham News
The beloved Skyway Drive-In, a Fairlawn, Ohio staple since 1952, has shut its doors for good — marking the end of an era for a family-run institution known for…
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ICE Agents Now Required to Wear Body Cameras | Durham News
After two deadly shootings involving ICE agents, DHS is mandating body cameras for all ICE officers nationwide — a move spurred by the lack of cameras during…
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Sports Stars Making Real Impact | Durham News
ESPN’s 12th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards celebrated athletes and leaders using their platforms for good, with Stephen Curry and Laurie Tisch—winner of…
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Sully Speaks Out on Alzheimer’s | Durham News
Captain Sully Sullenberger, the hero of the “Miracle on the Hudson,” is now bravely speaking out about living with Alzheimer’s—using his personal struggle to…
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Blanche’s Confirmation Under Fire | Durham News
Acting AG Todd Blanche faces a high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing where every Republican vote is crucial—Democrats are poised to block him outright. At…
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Biotech Surges as M&A Boom Accelerates | Durham News
Jim Cramer just dropped a bombshell: biotech is the hottest sector right now, outpacing the market thanks to a wave of buyouts fueled by friendlier FDA…
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Medicare Doesn't Cover Assisted Living | Durham News
Medicare won’t cover assisted living—most people are shocked to find out their insurance doesn’t pay for daily help with bathing, dressing, or eating. Medicaid…
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Dutton Ranch Season 2 Teased with Big Stars | Durham News
Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch is back for Season 2 with explosive new twists — Oreana’s pregnancy, a shocking family massacre, and a daring rescue that sets…
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California’s EV Rebate Sparks Debate | Durham News
California’s new MyFirstEV program drops $3,500 off new EVs under $50K or $1,750 off used ones under $25K—no income cap, just residency and first-time ZEV…
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Chalamet Goes Gaga Over Cheerleaders | Durham News
Timothée Chalamet, fresh off his Dune fame, turned heads at the FIFA World Cup semifinal in Texas—not for the game, but for going full fanboy over the Dallas…
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St. Augustine’s University Goes Online to Survive | Durham News
St. Augustine’s University, a 160-year-old HBCU teetering on bankruptcy with $74 million in debt and lost accreditation, is making a bold move to survive…
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Pontoon Boat Sinks Near Alcatraz | Durham News
A pontoon boat carrying family to a memorial near Alcatraz capsized in rough Bay waters, claiming one life and a dog, leaving three missing as search teams…
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Johnston County Drops LGBTQ Protections | Durham News
Johnston County’s school board just voted to strip explicit protections for LGBTQ+ students and staff from anti-bullying policies — a move critics fear could…
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NC State Workers Get Raises and Bonuses | Durham News
North Carolina state workers are getting paid more—starting July 1st, raises hit August paychecks, with teachers averaging 8% and new teachers hitting $48K…
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Mistrial in Shawn Burton Disappearance | Durham News
A mistrial in the high-profile 2022 disappearance case of Shawn Burton leaves Darrius Tyson, accused of being the top Blood in North Carolina, still behind…
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Power Outage Hits Holly Springs | Durham News
A wild early morning crash in Holly Springs tore down a power pole, plunging over 1,000 residents into darkness before 5 AM. Crews scrambled to restore power…
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Shania Twain Misses Taylor Swift's Wedding | Durham News
Shania Twain admits she’d have given anything to attend Taylor Swift’s wedding, but her packed schedule with Harry Styles left her unable to make it — and…
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Speedway Passes and Lobbying Gaps | Durham News
Charlotte Motor Speedway quietly handed out over $190,000 in free race passes to lawmakers between 2007 and 2019—each costing $900—raising alarms about…
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Los Navaho’s Last Stand | Durham News
In Raleigh’s “Los Navaho” neighborhood, immigrant families are being uprooted as The Pointe at Midtown prepares for demolition to make way for luxury…
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Raleigh’s Affordable Housing Crisis | Durham News
Raleigh’s beloved affordable housing gem, The Pointe at Midtown, is being torn down to make way for a sprawling 1,200-unit development — and residents are…
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Echoes of America's Past | Durham News
In 1963, a brave paratrooper named Buford T. Holt marched to the mayor’s door in Danville, Virginia, in uniform with a sign declaring he was ready to die for…
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Raleigh’s Affordable Housing Crisis | Durham News
Raleigh’s skyline is about to change as Kane Realty gears up for a $72 million, 28-acre expansion on the east side, demolishing The Pointe at Midtown — home to…
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Netflix Eyes Letterboxd Acquisition | Durham News
Netflix may be eyeing Letterboxd in a bold move to grow beyond price hikes and password crackdowns, aiming to own both movie creation and audience engagement…
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Trump’s Defense Summit Moves Forward | Durham News
Trump’s defense summit in Pennsylvania is rallying big tech and defense giants to tackle a critical shortage of military tech—Tomahawks, Patriots, and more—now…
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Ruemmler Testifies in Epstein Probe | Durham News
Kathryn Ruemmler, former White House counsel and top Goldman Sachs lawyer, is set to testify before the House Oversight Committee as part of a deep dive into…
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Smoke Across the Country | Durham News
Smoke from raging wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is blanketing the Midwest and Northeast, triggering air quality alerts and turning skies eerie across…
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Mistrial Leaves Burton Case in Limbo | Durham News
The trial for Darrius Tyson in the murder of Shawn Burton — a father of six — ended in a mistrial, leaving the family without closure and the case in limbo…
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Raleigh Police Share Summer Safety Tips | Durham News
After a chaotic Fourth of July that saw thousands of young people flood Glenwood South and spark serious safety concerns, Raleigh police are stepping up with a…
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Pontoon Boat Disaster Near Alcatraz | Durham News
A pontoon boat capsized near Alcatraz Island, plunging 16 people into frigid waters — one died, three remain missing as rescue crews battle choppy seas and icy…
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Desegregation Order Ends in Louisiana | Durham News
A federal appeals court has ended over 60 years of federal oversight for Louisiana’s Concordia Parish School Board, lifting a desegregation mandate that began…
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Mark Cuban Warns Rookies on Money | Durham News
Mark Cuban warns young NBA stars not to blow their first big contracts, using a vivid example of a rookie earning $850K—after taxes, agents, and expenses, it’s…
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Amanda and Kyle Revisit Their Breakup | Durham News
Kyle and Amanda’s explosive post-breakup chat, captured on camera just weeks after Amanda and West went public, revealed raw tension as Kyle accused her of…
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Anne Hathaway’s Surprise Third Pregnancy | Durham News
Anne Hathaway is expecting her third child — a surprise “buzzer-beater” pregnancy after years of trying — and she’s sharing the joyful, raw, and relatable…
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Octomom Returns With Her 14 Kids | Durham News
Octomom Natalie Suleman is back on social media after an eight-month hiatus, celebrating her birthday with a throwback photo of all fourteen of her…
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Dr. Mubenga Steps Down in Buffalo | Durham News
Dr. Pascal Mubenga’s sudden exit from Buffalo’s superintendent role—just 11 months in—has left the district stunned, with no official reason given. This isn’t…
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College Towns Are the New Travel Hotspots | Durham News
College towns are stealing the spotlight as the new hidden gem destinations, with Clemson, Davis, and West Lafayette topping Kayak’s list of underrated travel…
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Big Banks Rally? Maybe Not | Durham News
Big banks are reporting strong Q2 earnings, but one analyst is warning investors to stay cautious. Glenn Schorr from Evercore says the market’s already priced…
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AI’s Hidden Cost: Data as Currency | Durham News
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns businesses they’re paying for AI twice—once for the tech, again by surrendering proprietary knowledge to AI providers who…
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Juju and Laura’s Cultural Love Story | Durham News
Juju Smith-Schuster and Laura Kruk tied the knot in a star-studded California wedding that featured Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift making their first public…
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Milania, Amanda, and Daveigh Update | Durham News
Milania Giudice faces a virtual court hearing for a May assault charge, while Amanda Batula and West Wilson spark pregnancy rumors with a pickle-and-ice-cream…
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Nvidia’s Vera CPU Could Be Game Changer | Durham News
Bank of America is spotlighting Nvidia’s next big leap: agentic AI is fueling a surge in demand for powerful CPUs, and Nvidia’s Vera chip could be the…
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NC Stars Shine at ESPYs | Durham News
North Carolina’s shining stars are taking center stage at the ESPYs—Donavan Phillip and Cameron Boozer, both up for Best College Athlete, face stiff…
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Burry’s Newsletter Beats Hedge Funds | Durham News
Michael Burry, the legendary hedge fund manager who famously bet against the housing market, is now raking in over $100 million annually—not from trading, but…
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Courthouse Shooting Sparks Outcry | Durham News
A shocking shooting erupted outside the Wilson County Courthouse as LaToya Lucas, charged in the murder of 16-year-old LaDarrius Simmons, arrived — allegedly…
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WGA Sues to Block Warner Bros. Discovery Merger | Durham News
Writers Guild of America slams Paramount’s $111 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger, arguing it’ll crush competition, slash writer pay, and kill creative…
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NC Counties Face $52M Food Stamp Gap | Durham News
North Carolina counties face a $52 million shortfall to keep food stamps running as the federal government slashes reimbursement from 75% to just 25%—and the…
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Jerry Williams Sentenced to Life | Durham News
Jerry Williams just got sentenced to life in prison for the brutal March murder of his girlfriend, Princess Russell, and the attempted murder of her…
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Big Rig Flip Closes I-95 Near Kenly | Durham News
A big rig hauling construction gear flipped on I-95 near Kenly, jackknifing into the guardrail and shutting down multiple lanes—causing massive traffic…
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Pat Oliphant: Cartoons That Changed Politics | Durham News
Pat Oliphant, the fearless political cartoonist who skewered world leaders with razor-sharp wit and artistry, died at 90—leaving behind a legacy that redefined…
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5 Inmate Murders and Prison Violence | Durham News
A Tennessee grand jury just indicted 50 people in a sweeping crackdown on violence at the Northwest Correctional Complex, including five inmate murders and…
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South Texas Floods Force Evacuations | Durham News
South Texas is bracing for catastrophic flooding as torrential rains pound the region, washing out roads and trapping drivers—some swept away by flash floods…
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Trump’s Election Fraud Strategy | Durham News
Trump’s primetime election address reignites his war on voting integrity, despite overwhelming audits confirming no widespread fraud in 2020 — a crusade that’s…