Nikolas Khamenia twisted the knife on Duke with UConn commitment video
If it wasn't bad enough that Nikolas Khamenia transferred to the ops, he rubbed salt in the wound with his commitment video.
What happened in the Triangle today: Catch up with Monday’s top 5 stories
From a fatal DWI crash in Durham to a $722 million federal fine against a local energy company, here are the top stories from The News & Observer today. DWI charge in fatal crash: Police charged Joseph Savarino, 26, with driving while impaired in a Saturday night crash that killed 15-year-old Jack O’Shea, who was riding his bike on Cole Mill Road in...
David Noel lands new coaching gig that reunites him with a coach from his...
This was a no-brainer type of hire for this former UNC assistant coach, especially given the relationship they formed in Chapel Hill.
Durham Man Accused Of Duke Threats Hauled Into Court, Held Without Bond
A Durham man accused of threatening former colleagues at Duke University was brought into a Durham County courtroom Monday and is now locked up without bond. Investigators say Nathaniel Jerrell was arrested over the weekend after a series of online posts that prosecutors describe as threats aimed at former co-workers and workplaces tied to the university. He is charged with a felony count...
This Triangle leader was named the National High School Principal of the Year
North Carolina is now home to the nation’s top high school principal. Jason Johnson was named the 2026 National High School Principal of the Year on Friday by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Johnson is the principal of Orange High School and the reigning North Carolina Principal of the Year. “Representing North Carolina’s public schools on a national stage is an honor...
Bond Bust Benches Cary Arena, Clears Stage for Ballet at South Hills
Cary’s long-planned South Hills makeover is getting a rewrite after voters put the brakes on a key piece of the deal. Residents rejected the town’s parks and recreation bond, which would have helped bankroll a big new sports complex, so developers and cultural groups are pivoting toward arts and mixed-use projects as possible new anchors. Small retailers that once banked on year...
On the market: 6 luxury condos you’ll want to pause and peek at
Luxury living beckons from Franklin Park, a village-style community of historic-inspired designs in Cary, NC. Overflowing with amenities and elevated touches inside and out, this walkable neighborhood of one-level penthouse-style condos is as charming and cozy as it is conveniently arranged. Inside, look forward to: Designer lighting and upgraded trim throughout Chef’s kitchen with quartz countertops, custom-stained cabinetry, and...
Top Chef Contestant Oscar Diaz Shares Where to Eat, Drink and Explore in Durham
Durham Chef Oscar Diaz is bringing national attention to one of North Carolina’s most vibrant food cities as a standout contestant on Top Chef. His appearance highlights Durham's rise as a go-to destination for innovative dining. Diaz is the chef and owner of Little Bull, a restaurant recognized by...
Judge seeks to summon roommate as defense cites ‘inconsistent’ statements in Faith Hedgepeth murder...
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — A judge is seeking to compel two out-of-state witnesses to testify in the upcoming murder trial of a UNC-Chapel Hill student killed more than a decade ago, court documents show. Faith Hedgepeth was found dead in her off-campus apartment in 2012. Defense attorneys for...
Sorting the benefits of recycling – from luxury dumpster diving to The Scrap Exchange
This Due South encore episode originally aired June 25, 2025. Digging in to the economic and environmental benefits of recycling in North Carolina. A consistent practice of recycling and reusing materials maintains the state’s recycling infrastructure and stimulates a circular economy. We talk to Matt James of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality about ways to strengthen individual and community recycling practices across...
