Progressive powerhouses launch primary war against Democratic establishment ahead of 2026 elections
Durham County Commissioner Nida Allam launched a Democratic primary challenge against Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-N.C., with endorsements from Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and progressive groups.
Unshakeable truths inspire NCCU’s largest-ever fall graduation
DURHAM - Human connection still matters. That was one of three “unshakeable truths” shared by Anne Sempowski Ward, chairwoman of CURIO Brands, during her speech to graduate and professional students at North Carolina Central University during its 146th commencement exercises on Dec. 12, the largest fall class in the...
Comparing Duke’s 2026 Recruiting Class to Rest of the ACC
Here's a look at how the Blue Devils' 2026 recruiting class is stacking up with the rest of the ACC after the Early National Signing Period.
Drugmaker Novartis begins work on Research Triangle expansion
"We know that this is an exceptional manufacturing hub and that's what we will need," said Victor Bultó.
Orange County Authorities Find Missing Teenager After Brief Search
UPDATE: The Orange County Sheriff’s Office said at 10:57 p.m. the missing child has since been located. Below is the original story. Authorities in Orange County are looking for a teenager reported missing on Friday night just north of Chapel Hill and indicated search teams may be deployed. The...
Chapel Hill Baptist Church hosts “Girl Talk” event
On Saturday, December 6, Chapel Hill Baptist Church, where the pastor is the Rev. Maggie Stinnett, hosted its first “Girl Talk” Event. The theme was “Bloom Where You Are Planted.” This event was headed by Megan Stinnett, Arianna Harrison, Jeyire Williams and Shamika Plummer. There was a range of young ladies between...
Durham County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Local Man on Methamphetamine Trafficking Charges
On December 12, 2025, the Durham County Sheriff’s Office charged Jose David Dubon-Sanabria, 20, with trafficking methamphetamine. The arrest followed a planned delivery on Ivy Street in Durham, North Carolina. The investigation involved local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Months After Chantal, Some Durhamites’ Homes are Barely Habitable
This story originally published online at The 9th Street Journal. When Tropical Storm Chantal hit Durham on July 6, 77-year-old Fred Foster lost nearly everything. His military uniforms? Washed down the Eno River. His dream Mercedes? Submerged and completely unusable. His home? Close to $100,000 in damages. Five...
New documents filed by prosecution before start of Austin Thompson murder trial
Thompson is facing five counts of murder from the 2022 incident.
Safety top of mind as bitter cold moves into the Triangle
It's that time of year when temperatures can get dangerously cold.
