Durham County Social Services is making preparations—whether that shutdown comes on February 15 or at some point in the future.
Sarah Willets
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Report Finds “Serious Deficiencies” In UNC’s Handling of the Night Silent Sam Was Toppled
The after-action report says officers missed “red flags” that protesters would attempt to pull down the Confederate monument.
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Neighbors Sue to Block Durham Light Rail Maintenance Facility
The city council rezoned the property in December. Residents who live across the street say that vote exceeded the city’s authority and violated its own rules.
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North Carolina Just Made It Easier to Change Gender Markers on Licenses and State IDs
A new Sex Designation Form replaces a former requirement for a surgeon’s letter.
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In Durham, African Americans Are Getting Fewer Mortgages Than Whites, Perpetuating the Wealth Gap
“Consumers of color and low-wealth families still lack access to the mortgage market.”
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Lieutenant Governor and HB 2 Fanboy Dan Forest Exploring Bid for Governor, Would Like to Talk to You About Civility
Hard pass.
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Durham City Council Approves Contract With Company Accused of Harassment, Discrimination
City staff and officials were apparently unaware of lawsuits and court cases involving the security company Allied Universal before voting Thursday.
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Live Coverage: Activist, Writer Shaun King Speaks at Duke
King is known for using his social media presence to highlight injustice.
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Durham Might Deploy Audio Sensors to Listen for Gunshots. Will They Actually Make the City Safer?
“It’s expensive, but so are human lives. What price do you place on a Bull City resident’s life?”
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‘Me Too’ Founder Tarana Burke Speaks at Duke
Burke delivered the keynote address for Duke University’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration.
