Teen Party Turns Violent in South Durham Airbnb Shooting; Two 17-Year-Olds Injured
DURHAM, NC – Two teenagers were injured late Monday night in a shooting at an Airbnb rental on Fayetteville Road, prompting renewed calls from city officials for parental engagement as summer gun violence threatens to escalate. The shooting occurred just before midnight on June 17 in the 3200 block...
Wake County Landlords Owed $1.9 Million in Unpaid Rent from Wake Housing Authority, Others
Nancy Powell and her daughter rent a house in Wendell with help from a housing assistance voucher. Each month, Powell pays her share of the rent directly to her landlord and the Wake County Housing Authority (WCHA) is supposed to pay the other part. The agency began making late payments...
101 dogs rescued from North Carolina home; woman charged
An arrest was made Wednesday after more than 100 dogs were rescued from a Raleigh home earlier this month, court records shows.
The Chronicle’s guide to celebrating Juneteenth in Durham
As Juneteenth approaches, the Triangle area is once again preparing to honor the holiday with powerful tributes, rich storytelling and vibrant celebrations. From historical tours to cookout classics and gospel music, there’s something for everyone to commemorate the 160th anniversary since emancipation. The Chronicle...
City of Durham Budget Expands HEART, Raises Tax Bills
The Durham City Council put their final stamp of approval on the 2025-26 fiscal year budget, garnering a round of applause from the packed audience inside city hall during Monday’s meeting. The total budget remains at the city manager’s proposed $722 million. The city council also approved an additional...
Man arrested in connection with shooting that left 1 injured in Raleigh
A 22-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with a shooting that injured one person on Sunday.
5 Best Pizza Places in Durham, North Carolina to Try
Durham’s pizza culture is every bit as innovative and energetic as the Bull City itself. Combining Italian tradition, New York roots, Southern charm, and chef-driven creativity, Durham’s pizzerias deliver a fantastic array of top-tier pies. Whether you’re after a classic slice, Neapolitan wood-fired flavors, or...
Outer Banks wild horse hit and killed by DWI suspect, deputies say
A 26-year-old was driving a Chevrolet Tahoe when 5-year-old stallion Alexander was hit and killed, according to Currituck County deputies and the Corolla Wild Horse Fund.
Your guide to Juneteenth community events across Central North Carolina
Juneteenth recognizes the day in 1865 that the last Black American slaves learned of their freedom in Galveston, Texas. It became a federal holiday in 2021. Juneteenth is also known as Emancipation Day. Several events have already taken place this month, but here are some happening on Juneteenth and this weekend.
Founder of Durham recovery home passes unexpectedly on Father’s Day: ‘Mentor, father figure’
"My mentor, father figure, and sponsor, you know? All those different hats he wore," said Eric Higgins.