Durham NC

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Durham is celebrating a major makeover for Sherwood Park that includes several brand-new facilities. From swings to slides, a 25-year-old playground and former tennis court were demolished. That made way for fresh, state-of-the-art amenities chosen by residents. Oskar Woloch lives just down the...

In response to the confirmation of West Nile virus in Durham County, local health officials have initiated a plan for mosquito control through ultra-low volume (ULV) spraying. The Durham County Department of Public Health has announced this measure will take place on the evenings of October 6 and 7 in Trinity Park...

Durham’s Chicken Hut has earned a legendary reputation among fried chicken enthusiasts throughout North Carolina. This unassuming diner keeps things simple, focusing on perfecting its chicken rather than flashy marketing or endorsements. The aroma of crispy, juicy fried chicken fills the air, drawing regulars and...

Creedmoor Police made multiple arrests this week, including charges of DWI, ethnic intimidation, assault on an officer, and weapon offenses, with suspects held in Granville County Detention Center.

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A man was struck and killed by a train Wednesday in Durham, according to police. The Durham Police Department said officers responded to a train collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Campus Drive and West Pettigrew Street around 5:02 p.m. Wednesday. The location across Main...

Two North Carolina nursing homes will pay $55,000 and change their admission policies after a man was denied care because of his substance use disorder, Disability Rights NC and the Legal Action Center announced Wednesday. The case, brought on behalf of a North Carolina resident identified only as John Doe, marks...

After receiving a preservation grant, The Chicken Hut, an eatery that has served the Durham community for 60 years and has been a pivotal part in the Civil Rights Movement, has officially been recognized as a piece of history. On Monday, Oct. 6, the Durham City Council granted the Chicken...

Officials at North Carolina’s two largest airports, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) say flight operations are continuing without disruption despite the ongoing government shutdown. A spokesperson for the city of Charlotte told The Charlotte Observer there...

South Durham Farmers’ Market, at 500 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Howl-Ween Market on October 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The market will be joined by the Triangle Canine Club, and there will be both a dog and a children’s costume contest with different prizes. There will be free...

While housing is a top issue in Orange County, it’s often referenced to meeting the demands in a limited market. But it’s also a top issue regarding low-income housing for community members in and out of homelessness. To gauge interest and start a dialogue among residents, the Orange...