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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!
BET Awards 2024 Winners Breakdown
The BET Awards lit up with powerhouse performances and fierce competition, hosted by Druski at the Peacock Theater. Cardi B led with six nominations, followed…
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Grandma Droniak Defies Retirement Rules
A 96-year-old TikTok sensation with 15 million followers, Grandma Droniak, is throwing down with her retirement community after they warned her to stop hosting…
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Trial Begins in Deadly I-40 Shooting
The trial for Josue Quintanilla-Reyes, accused of fatally shooting Ricardo Baez Cardenas on Interstate 40 in March 2025, kicks off Monday in Raleigh. The…
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Copperhead Bite Leaves Woman With $900K Bill
A Youngsville woman got bitten twice by a copperhead while tossing out trash — a painful, costly wake-up call. The venomous snake, common in North Carolina’s…
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Trump's Golf Dreams and Political Tensions
Trump’s big D.C. golf project is getting all the hype — he’s touting plans to host major tournaments like the U.S. Open, even bringing in architect Tom Fazio —…
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Dayton Bramhall Ends Cheerleader Journey
Dayton Bramhall, once a hopeful cheerleader on Americas Sweethearts, won’t be returning to the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders for the 2025–2026 season — but she’s…
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Plane Dives Between Tree and Trailer
A small plane doing a touch-and-go training flight near Cary suddenly lost engine power, forcing the pilot to make a desperate landing between a tree and a…
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Venezuela Earthquake Crisis Deepens
Four days after devastating earthquakes rocked Venezuela, rescue teams battle dwindling hope to find survivors amid chaos, with over 1,450 confirmed dead and…
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Collin Gosselin’s Lie Detector Test Offer
Collin Gosselin is opening up big time ahead of his memoir, dropping cryptic clues and even inviting his mom Kate to a lie detector test—claiming she’s been…
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Jade Roper’s Financial Journey
Reality star Jade Roper sparked a firestorm after Instagramming about her financial wins — but instead of deflecting backlash, she doubled down on empathy…
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Triangle Heat Wave Hits Hard
Heat’s hitting the Triangle hard, with temps soaring to 100 degrees and humidity making it feel like 105-110. Lake Crabtree’s packed with folks escaping the…
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H&M’s Retail Pivot Under Pressure
H&M is slashing its physical footprint with over 600 store closures since 2022, folding Monki into Weekday to streamline youth offerings, as it battles…
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Honoring Educators Shaping North Carolina's Future
Celebrate the unsung heroes of education: the Xi Mu Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi and their Noble Aspiration Foundation honored top teachers and principals from…
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Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
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Venezuela Earthquake Relief Effort
Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes killed over 1,400 and left thousands injured as rescue teams battle through rubble. For Triangle residents with ties to…
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Alannah Keyser’s Love Island Exit Explained
Alannah Keyser, a new Love Island USA contestant, was axed after viral old clips surfaced—specifically, a six-year-old video of her singing to a song…
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Alan Jackson’s Final Show & Taylor’s Tribute
Alan Jackson’s final tour stop in Nashville turned into a glittering farewell as country stars Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, and Carrie Underwood showed up to…
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Humboldt Dog Sanctuary Tragedy
In a shocking discovery in Humboldt County, California, authorities uncovered the remains of at least 117 dogs at Mirandas Rescue Animal Sanctuary, many…
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Heat Wave Hits 130 Million
A deadly heat wave is barreling across the eastern U.S., with temperatures soaring and humidity making it feel like 110 to 115 degrees—threatening millions…
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Strong Storm Warning for Johnston and Wake Counties
Storm warnings are heating up across Johnston and Wake counties this Sunday afternoon, with strong thunderstorms bringing wind gusts up to 40 mph—potentially…
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Three Firefighters Lost in Snyder Fire
Three firefighters lost their lives battling the rapidly spreading Snyder Fire on the Utah-Colorado border, as the blaze—now at 28,000 acres and zero percent…
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SpaceX's IPO Storm and the $800B Share Flood
SpaceX’s wild ride just got wilder: after a meteoric IPO surge, its stock plummeted 32% from peak, sparking alarm from Nasdaq’s Robert Greifeld. He warns the…
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Marine Missing During Naval Training
A U.S. Marine goes missing during a high-stakes training exercise off Southern California, sparking a massive, multi-agency search-and-recovery operation…
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Fed Hikes? Maybe Not
Fed policymakers are signaling possible rate hikes despite stubborn inflation, but economist Greg Daco argues that monetary tightening won’t fix supply-driven…
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NC Fair Controversy Over Confederate Flag
North Carolina pulled out of a national fair celebrating America’s 250th birthday over budget concerns — but private groups stepped in to keep the booth alive…
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James Burrows Legacy Remembered
The cast of Will & Grace gathered for a heartfelt reunion at the funeral of legendary director James Burrows, who passed away at 85 after a brief illness. A…
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Heat Dome Warning for Fourth of July
The Triangle is facing a dangerous heat wave with temps soaring over 100 degrees, compounded by severe drought—making this Fourth of July especially risky. A…
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Retirees Caught in Medicare Income Trap
Retirees beware: a big capital gain from selling property could trigger massive Medicare surcharges for Part B and Part D premiums—years later. Medicare’s…
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Ariana Acknowledges Ricky Live
Ariana Grande dropped a sweet nod to ex Ricky Alvarez during her Eternal Sunshine Tour in Austin, tweaking lyrics live while he watched from the VIP section —…
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Skydivers' Plane Crashes Near Home
A skydiving plane plummeted from the sky just minutes after takeoff in northeastern France, killing all 11 aboard—including five instructors, five first-time…
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Netflix’s Best Films of 2026 So Far
2026 is shaping up to be a cinematic powerhouse, with Netflix delivering a relentless stream of gripping, unforgettable films that rival big-screen…
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Victim Dies After Home Stabbing
A tragic stabbing at a Broadway home left Victoria Young dead; her 47-year-old suspect, Lisa Acevedo, has been arrested and charged with murder, held without…
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Shooting at Sampson County Party
A shooting erupted at a late-night party in Sampson County, sending authorities scrambling as they collect evidence at a mobile home on Faison Highway. Things…
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Ali Larter Praises Taylor Sheridan's Female Characters
Ali Larter spills the tea on Taylor Sheridan’s genius at writing fierce, layered women — and why she’s thrilled to return for Landman’s explosive season three…
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Mel Brooks Turns 100 and Still Making Us Laugh
Mel Brooks turns 100—and he’s not just surviving, he’s thriving. From Brooklyn to blockbuster hits like “The Producers” and “Blazing Saddles,” his legacy of…
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Baby Girl Killed in St Louis Shooting
A seven-month-old baby girl, Kiyomi Parker, died from a gunshot wound in a St. Louis shooting, sparking national shock. Authorities have charged a ten-year-old…
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Longer Listings Mean Better Deals
Homes sitting on the market longer than ever? It’s not a sign of trouble—it’s a buying opportunity. With mortgage rates stuck near 6.5%, buyers are waiting for…
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BET Awards 25th Anniversary Preview
The BET Awards are heating up for their 25th anniversary with a star-studded, historic night on June 28 — featuring Lauryn Hill as Living Legend Icon, Teyana…
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Maksym Oseredchuk: A Hero’s Final Mission
A beloved ABC News producer and Ukrainian soldier, Maksym Oseredchuk, was killed at 30 in a Russian drone strike while defending his country. Known for his…
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Retirement Isn't Just About Saving
Retirement isn’t just about stuffing money into your 401(k)—Kevin O’Leary’s blunt advice cuts through the noise: tackle high-interest debt first, brace for…
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Cuban Exposes Healthcare Cost Secrets
Mark Cuban’s fiery take on healthcare reform warns that government price controls won’t save you money—insurance giants just pocket savings. He’s calling for…
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Jonathan Van Ness Rehomes Dog After Cat Injury
Jonathan Van Ness shares the heart-wrenching decision to rehome their beloved pit bull mix, George, after he caused a serious jaw injury to their cat Liza…
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Britney’s Sons Debut, Mom Rebounds
Britney Spears’ sons, Sean Preston and Jayden, stunned the fashion world at Paris Fashion Week, walking the runway for Vetements in sleek, stylish looks — a…
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Maxton Hall Gets Final Season
Maxton Hall’s explosive rise proves global drama can conquer streaming charts—this German school romance, starring Harriet Herbig-Matten and Damian Hardung…
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Kentucky Floods Claim Four Lives
Four lives lost in Kentucky as deadly floods surge from relentless thunderstorms, prompting a state of emergency and frantic rescue efforts across Madison and…
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Storms, Trees, and Power Outages in Johnston County
Storms hit Johnston County hard, sending a tree crashing into a car on Buffalo Road and a work truck slamming into a power pole near a Duke Energy…
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Teen Driver Dies in Raleigh Crash
Teen Driver Dies in Raleigh Crash
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Teen Driver Dies in Raleigh SUV Crash
An 18-year-old driver lost his life in a deadly SUV crash Saturday afternoon in Raleigh, NC, after hitting trees and catching fire at high speed—ejected and…
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Burry Shifts Strategy Amid Palantir Surge
Michael Burry, the famed 2008 crash predictor, is recalibrating his bets—halving his Palantir short while boosting stakes in JD.com and Adobe, and exiting…
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Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid Split
Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid are reportedly splitting after a decade-long relationship, with neither confirming the news publicly. They first met in 2013…
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Taylor and Travis Wedding Plans Shift
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Rhode Island wedding plans hit a snag—security concerns over Ocean House and Westerly’s layout made the coastal dream…
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Teen Driver Dies in Raleigh Crash
Teen Driver Dies in Raleigh Crash
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Olivia Culpo’s New Mom Uniform
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey are doubling down on their love story—still glowing with joy as they welcome their second baby on the way. Olivia shared a…
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Pride Through Protest and Play
At Out! Raleigh Pride, volunteers turned protest into power—rainbow fans and queer cheer squads drowned out anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric while rallying crowds. The…
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Storms Hit North Carolina Hard
A powerful storm tore through central North Carolina Saturday, ripping off siding and a covered porch in Franklin County—thankfully with no injuries…
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Trump Nominates Schroyer for ICE Director
Trump taps veteran law enforcement officer Lance Schroyer, with 30 years of service in Oklahoma, to lead ICE — praising his patriotism and track record…
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Julia Daniels: Raleigh’s Quiet Force
Julia Jones Daniels, the visionary force behind North Carolina’s cultural heartbeat, passed away at 94 — leaving behind a legacy of art, history, and…
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Red White and Boom Fest at Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg lit up with patriotism as it hosted its grand Red, White and Boom Fest, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a massive, rain-drenched…
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Jarvis Out, Young Stars Rise
Carolina Hurricanes face a major early-season hurdle as top scorer Seth Jarvis, who netted 32 goals last year, will miss 4-6 months after shoulder surgery —…
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Skip Fireworks This Fourth
North Carolina’s State Fire Marshal is sounding the alarm for Fourth of July—skip backyard fireworks this year. With the state in a severe drought, dry…