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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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Astronaut Koch Honored in NC | Durham News
Astronaut Christina Koch, who’s ventured farther into space than any human before, just got a building on NC State’s Centennial Campus named after her—and even…
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Court Ruling Sparks Election Chaos | Durham News
The Supreme Court’s latest ruling on Trump’s mail-in voting order has ignited chaos ahead of November’s election, leaving states scrambling to comply with new…
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Trump's Tariff War with Canada | Durham News
Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada threatens to spike prices and disrupt supply chains, especially in key Senate battlegrounds like Maine, Michigan, and…
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FBI Offers $25K for Cold Case Tips | Durham News
The FBI is launching a bold new initiative to crack cold cases in Native American communities, offering $25,000 minimum rewards for tips leading to arrests in…
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Graham vs Norman in South Carolina Senate Runoff | Durham News
In a high-stakes South Carolina Senate race, political newcomer Darline Graham — the late Lindsey Graham’s sister — faces off against seasoned lawmaker Ralph…
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Wake County Schools Realign Policies | Durham News
Wake County schools are overhauling policies to comply with new state laws — scrapping targeted support for minority-owned businesses and dissolving their own…
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Durham EMS Crisis and Recovery | Durham News
A Wake Forest football player suffered a serious injury during a game in Durham, sparking outrage when his family was told no ambulances were available — a…
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Schools Hit by AC Failures | Durham News
Schools in Wake County, North Carolina, hit the ground running — literally — with AC failures on the first day of classes, leaving kids sweating and struggling…
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Shooting on Fayetteville Street | Durham News
A shooting erupted on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh around 9 PM Monday night, after a gray Mercedes SUV pulled up and an argument broke out —…
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Heartbreak After Father’s Tragic Passing | Durham News
Bill McGinley, father of musician Nathan James, has been officially ruled dead from natural causes — atherosclerotic and valvular heart disease. His…
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Nvidia Eyes $30B Perplexity Investment | Durham News
Nvidia is reportedly eyeing a major investment in Perplexity AI, potentially valuing the AI search startup at over $30 billion — a move that underscores…
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Tragic Mistake in Upper Pottsgrove | Durham News
A 22-year-old college-bound baseball player, Glenn Pysher, was fatally shot by police in Upper Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania, after mistakenly knocking on the wrong…
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California Prepares Legal Push Against Mail-In Voting Rules | Durham News
California is preparing to sue the Trump administration again over new mail-in voting restrictions, as the Supreme Court’s recent ruling clears the way for…
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Outages Expose Systemic Vulnerabilities | Durham News
Storms hit Gary, Indiana, leaving over 38,000 without power—triggering flashbacks to Hurricane Katrina for residents like Kimya Williams, who fled her home…
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California Tightens Paid Political Content Rules | Durham News
California’s Senate just approved a bold new bill requiring influencers and content creators to clearly disclose when they’re paid to promote political…
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Fatal Crash on NC 24 Near Drowning Road | Durham News
A fatal crash occurred Monday evening near Fayetteville on N.C. 24, where a car failed to yield and collided with a large service truck. The driver of the car…
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Military Wife Deported Despite Service | Durham News
A U.S. Army sergeant’s wife, deported to Honduras under Trump-era immigration crackdowns, leaves him scrambling to care for their young daughter while…
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Shooting on Fayetteville Street | Durham News
A shooting erupted on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh Monday night, leaving one person wounded but expected to recover. Police responded around 8:50…
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Two Women Fraudulently Snag $187K in Rent Relief | Durham News
Two women in North Carolina just admitted to swindling over $187,000 in pandemic rent relief by submitting 23 fake lease applications—facing up to 30 years in…
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North Carolina's Deadliest House Race | Durham News
North Carolina’s most competitive House race is heating up as Democrat Don Davis faces off against Republican Laurie Buckhout in a rematch reshaped by new…
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AFT Boycott Targets Back-to-School Sales | Durham News
Target’s back-to-school sales face a fresh threat as the American Federation of Teachers, representing nearly two million members, launches a boycott urging…
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U.S. Targets Iran’s Financial Lifelines | Durham News
The U.S. just dropped a financial bombshell with “Operation Economic Outcast,” targeting Iran’s oil trade by cutting off its access to the global dollar system…
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Verizon Streaming Bundles Just Got More Expensive | Durham News
Verizon’s streaming bundle prices are skyrocketing again—Disney, Hulu, and ESPN+ with ads jumps from $10 to $12, while the ad-free version climbs from $20 to…
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Carrboro Celebrates, ALDI Reopens, Leandro Ruling | Durham News
Carrboro’s Fiestas en la Calle lit up the streets with Latin flair, while ALDI in Eastgate Crossing finally reopened after nine months of storm damage. The NC…
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Radley Closes All Stores | Durham News
Radley, the iconic British handbag brand, is shutting down all 21 of its physical stores by September, marking the end of an era for a once-high-street staple…
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Lil Durk Trial Opens Amid Murder Allegations | Durham News
Lil Durk’s high-stakes trial kicks off as prosecutors allege he masterminded a deadly plot to kill Atlanta rapper Quando Rondo — which allegedly claimed the…
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Miranda Hope’s New Romance Unfolds | Durham News
Miranda Hope’s new romance with Kaleb Winterburn is officially going viral—Instagram posts, jet-ski TikToks, and all the cozy vibes. But amid the summer fun…
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Madonna Celebrates Twin Daughters' 14th | Durham News
Madonna celebrates her adopted twins Stella and Estere’s 14th birthdays with a touching Instagram tribute, calling them “Malawian Queens” and reflecting on…
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Sniper Plea, Space Hero, and Political Mess | Durham News
A former Special Forces sniper, Quinten Kight, just pleaded guilty to deadly boating charges after a tragic crash on Harris Lake killed a 10-year-old girl and…
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BofA Boosts AI-Ready Software Stocks | Durham News
Bank of America is turning bullish on software stocks, raising price targets for ten firms including ServiceNow, Snowflake, and Workday — signaling a shift…
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Solomon Tragedy: Murder-Suicide Case Closed | Durham News
In a devastating turn of events, authorities have closed the case on the tragic deaths of Karen and Kurt Solomon, a Massachusetts couple whose lives ended in a…
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SF Muni Train Crash Linked to Fatigue | Durham News
Two empty trains collided in San Francisco near the zoo after the operator appeared to fall asleep—no injuries occurred, but the crash has reignited concerns…
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Rates High Prices May Dip | Durham News
Housing market outlook? Tough times ahead for first-time buyers. Mortgage rates are stuck above 6.5% and show no sign of dropping before 2027, while home…
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Landslides in Western NC: Rain Risks | Durham News
Heavy rain in Western North Carolina triggers deadly landslides—soil, rocks, and trees can vanish downhill in seconds. Just a few inches of rain can…
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Durham Schools Kick Off Year Strong | Durham News
Durham County Public Schools kicked off the new school year with a smooth, energized start—25,000 students back in class, no major busing or staffing hiccups…
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Alibaba’s AI Pivot and What It Means | Durham News
Alibaba is betting big on AI, raising $10.2 billion to transform from an e-commerce giant into a full-stack AI powerhouse—diluting shares now for a future…
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Hickerson’s Pattern of Abuse Exposed | Durham News
New court docs expose a 2017 domestic violence accusation against Brian Hickerson — nearly two years before the 2019 assault on Hayden Panettiere — which…
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Chris Pratt vs Jimmy Kimmel Drama | Durham News
Chris Pratt reignited a months-long feud with Jimmy Kimmel by comparing their public spat to Harvey Weinstein’s controversial past, sparking fresh debate over…
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Billy Edwards Jr. Takes Tar Heels Helm | Durham News
Billy Edwards Jr. is poised to lead the North Carolina Tar Heels as starting quarterback, marking his third straight season earning the top spot at a new…
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Psychosis or Premeditation in Clancy Case | Durham News
A forensic psychologist testified that Lindsay Clancy wasn’t in acute psychosis when she killed her three children, believing she acted to spare them from…
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Snow Sentenced in Massive Fentanyl Bust | Durham News
A man known as “Snow” just got a 27-year federal prison sentence for leading a massive fentanyl and heroin trafficking ring — the DEA, ATF, and local police…
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Lightning Strike Leaves Father Struggling | Durham News
A Henderson father suffered a mysterious lightning strike while teaching his daughter about rainwater, leaving him with invisible but devastating…
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Newsom Pushes Wildfire Liability Shift | Durham News
Governor Newsom is back with a high-stakes push to rewrite California’s wildfire liability rules, aiming to shield utilities from crushing financial penalties…
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Rare Amoeba Claims Life of Louisiana Girl | Durham News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Louisiana as eight-year-old Lillian Smart died from a rare, almost always fatal brain-eating amoeba called Naegleria…
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FDA Warns on Produce but Stay Calm | Durham News
FDA’s sounding the alarm on jalapenos, brussel sprouts, and blueberries over possible salmonella—right after that big Cyclospora scare. While it feels like a…
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From Bartender to Best Woman Distiller | Durham News
Kaylin Pulley, who started as a weekend bartender at Weldon Mills Distillery at just 22, has stunned the spirits world by winning the 2026 Best Woman Distiller…
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Sheriff Seizes Election Ballots | Durham News
A California sheriff’s controversial seizure of 650,000 election ballots has ignited a high-stakes legal battle at the state’s highest court, testing the…
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Amazon’s Price Hikes Signal AI Cost Surge | Durham News
Amazon just raised prices on its own gadgets — Echo speakers, Kindles, Fire TV sticks, and Eero routers — with some hikes hitting 60%. The Echo Dot, once under…
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Supreme Court Greenlights Trump's Mail Ballot Order | Durham News
The Supreme Court just cleared the way for President Trump’s controversial mail-in voting restrictions, giving his administration a green light to implement…
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Miss USA and Teen USA 2026 Judges Revealed | Durham News
Pageant season is heating up in Miami as Miss USA and Miss Teen USA 2026 battle for crowns — with star-studded hosts, legendary judges, and a fresh streaming…
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Nikki Garcia Embraces Solo Life with Peace | Durham News
Nikki Garcia is thriving solo, embracing her independence after splitting from Artem Chigvintsev. On her and Brie’s podcast, she reveals she’s at peace with…
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JoJo Siwa’s Love Vibe in the Hot Tub | Durham News
JoJo Siwa, 23, is soaking up summer vibes in a hot tub with boyfriend Chris Hughes — bikini on, chill mode activated — as fans swoon over the candid moment…
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Worcester Police Find Karen Solomon | Durham News
Worcester Police Find Karen Solomon | Durham News
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Treasury’s Buybacks vs Market Fears | Durham News
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bold move to double debt buybacks aimed to calm jittery bond markets, but the effect was mixed—yields dipped then rebounded…
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Coca-Cola's Secret Holiday & Stock Strategy | Durham News
Coca-Cola didn’t just sell soda—they shaped Christmas with their iconic Santa Claus, a marketing masterstroke that turned a jolly red-suited figure into a…
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Hayden Panettiere Yacht Rumors Revisited | Durham News
Hayden Panettiere’s memoir sparked fresh controversy over a yacht encounter she described at 18, involving a naked James Blunt — but new research reveals she…
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Charles Esten Honors Hayden Panettiere | Durham News
Charles Esten paid a moving tribute to late Nashville co-star Hayden Panettiere at the Grand Ole Opry, calling her a “bright, shining light” and “great…
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The Gentlemen Season 3 Renewed | Durham News
The Gentlemen just got a major boost with its third season greenlit, right after Season 2 drops September 3rd—packed with bigger stakes and an even wilder cast…
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Astronaut Koch Honored at NC State | Durham News
NC State just renamed a campus building to honor astronaut Christina Koch — the alum who broke lunar distance records — and dropped a berry ice cream flavor…
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Two Officers Arrested for Excessive Force | Durham News
Two ex-Phoenix cops arrested for brutal, unreported traffic stop: officers allegedly punched victims, used a stun gun in their car, and threatened one with a…