Former part-time Mebane firefighter accused of setting family home on fire, warrants show
MEBANE, N.C. (WGHP) — A former part-time firefighter with the Mebane Fire Department is accused of setting his family home on fire in a domestic incident, according to court records. Billy Wayne Smith, 40, of Hillsborough, is accused in the warrant of burning his family home while several family members and a child...
Durham police seek contract with Peregrine for real-time digital crime center
The Durham Police Department is asking the Durham City Council to approve a $500,000 contract with a tech firm called Peregrine Technologies to create a real-time digital crime center. Why it matters: The goal of the contract would be to combine all of the police department's real-time data in one...
Jean’s “By the Sea” Opening in Durham
DURHAM, NC — Jean's "By the Sea," a neighborhood fish shack concept from owner Kate Elia, is transforming a former hot dog stand at 617 Hicks St, Durham, NC 27705 into a casual seafood-focused restaurant targeting an early 2026 opening, Elia told Business Debut. What to Expect. The small...
Strong reactions to Durham tree lighting ceremony delay
Strong reactions to Durham tree lighting ceremony delay.
Johnston County Arrest Follows Investigation Into Rape Allegations
SMITHFIELD – A Cary man has been arrested on multiple charges of sexually assaulting a minor, following a joint investigation by Cary Police and the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. Antoinio Funez-Cruz Habraham, 28, was taken into custody Nov. 20 in Johnston County. He is accused of sexually assaulting...
Durham, NC Residents: Your Future Dogs Best Friend Awaits!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around durham..
Ciera Toomey Succeeding Early Under Banghart’s Tar Heels Program
Ciera Toomey is taking off in the frontcourt in her second year as a Tar Heel.
Accessibility and Navigating the Chinese Lantern Festival in a Wheelchair
The Chinese Lantern Festival is an event that attracts many visitors every year. However, for those who are wheelchair-bound, the question of accessibility and ease of navigation is a crucial one. This article explores the experiences and opinions of various social media users who have attended the festival with a...
Food for Thought: A Message for Those Concerned About Unidentified Miscreants
In the current climate of heightened tension, concerns have been raised about unidentified individuals causing harm and claiming to be ICE agents. The law stipulates that all law enforcement officers, whether local or federal, must identify themselves as such and present their credentials when asked, except in cases...
Your Thanksgiving week’s arts events
Though many things on campus are slowed down due to the upcoming Thanksgiving break, that doesn’t mean Duke and Durham Arts are off. If you’re spending Thanksgiving break on campus, or just have a few more days until you leave, check out this list that The Chronicle has put together to find something fun to do.
