Voters tapped Chitlik, who in the course of the race criticized Woodard for frequently voting with Republicans, including voting to override Governor Roy Cooper’s veto.
Ryan Pelosky
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Meet the Candidate: Nida Allam for Durham County Board of Commissioners
This story originally published online at the 9th Street Journal. Editors’ Note: Eleven candidates—all Democrats—are vying for five seats on the Durham County Board of Commissioners in the March 5 election. No Republicans or Libertarians have entered the contest, so the March 5 results will determine who sits on the commission. The 9th Street Journal is […]
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Student Monitoring Software Draws Scrutiny
Originally piloted at six Durham schools during the 2021-2022 school year, Gaggle was expanded to the entire district. It now monitors all DPS students’ school laptops, emails, and online accounts.
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Durham Public Schools Has a New Gender Support Policy
Lengthy discussion between board members and the public during their monthly work session resulted in the vote to provide greater support for the LGBTQ community.
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In Race for Durham Sheriff, Jocys Touts FBI Experience
“As an FBI agent, I didn’t have a voice. I felt that if I ran for sheriff and attained that position, I could have a lot more direct influence over helping a lot of the communities that are suffering, as well as bringing about real, true reform.”
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Local Work Is Underway to Help Resettle Afghan Refugees
Away from the headlines, local groups help Afghan refugees adjust to NC life.
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Black Entrepreneurs on Doing Business in Durham Today
Durham has a storied history of nurturing Black businesses, but what’s it like doing business in the Bull City today? Owners of three new enterprises weigh in.