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When the student sitting beside you stands up and declares that anyone who disagrees with their viewpoint is an illiterate, uneducated, mentally disabled conspiracy theorist, would you feel comfortable raising your hand to disagree? What if you just saw someone shot and killed on a college campus like yours, for...

Durham Rescue Mission has relaunched 'Operation RESCUE: Warm Shelter' after a Winter Weather Advisory was issued for parts of the Triangle.

DURHAM, NC (Friday, December 5, 2025 - As part of an ongoing investigation into trafficking of fentanyl in Durham County, members of the Sheriff’s Office Anti-Crime and Narcotics Unit (SAC/Narc) have charged a Durham man with trafficking in Fentanyl. On the evening of December 4, after observing the individual...

Although it was before my time, I still hear stories about the end of Panda Express: the iconic, bright, red-and-black logo replaced by the lifeless, corporate-slop-bowl, millennial-green of It’s Thyme. An affordable, hearty, protein-packed bowl starting at $8.90, replaced by a bowl that never seems to equal the sum...

Arts & Sciences Council heard a proposal for a new minor in technology policy at its last Thursday meeting of the semester. Ken Rogerson, professor of the practice at the Sanford School of Public Policy, presented the proposal for the new program — which will equip students with the technical skills to better...

Dr. Mike Lee is not only the new Durham County Board Chair but drives a school bus in his spare time.

"Anything that's elevated, and all bridges getting brined today," said NCDOT spokesperson Kim Deaner.

DeDreana Freeman and Mark-Anthony Middleton were elected to city council together in 2017. During their tenures, the pair have been strong advocates for Durham: Middleton led the effort to create Durham’s guaranteed income program, and has been the most consistent voice on council regarding gun violence, while...

DURHAM, N.C. — The legendary Wimpy’s Grill—a longtime Hillsborough Road landmark known for its burgers and biscuits—is getting a new life. Early next year, the beloved spot will reopen as Jean’s By The Sea, a casual North Carolina seafood shack inspired by the state’s coastal dining traditions.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. RALEIGH, NC – Winter’s edge is creeping south again, and central North Carolina is in for its first December taste of winter weather as a cold rain mixes with sleet and wet snow early Friday morning. Roads...