Ninth Street Journal
Ninth Street Journal
Census Miscounted Durham Prisoners—For 20 Years
Between 1990 and 2010, the U.S. Census incorrectly counted prisoners at the Butner federal prison complex, assigning some to the wrong county. The mistaken count affected millions in federal spending, plus the size and shape of local voting districts Read more
Jan. 13, 2022
Evicted For The Holidays: A Padlocked House, A Legal Maze, And A Powerful Durham Landlord
After Mamie Green fell behind on rent, she found herself in court facing eviction. But with rats and mold in the house, Green hopes her appeal on the ruling will grant her a fresh start. Read more
Dec. 22, 2021
Durham Cold Case Unit Whittles Rape Kit Backlog
After six years, Durham investigators secure the sentencing of a man who strangled two women and sexually assaulted them. Read more
Dec. 07, 2021
As Cases Soar, Emergency Judges Keep N.C. Courts Moving
In North Carolina, this group of jurists fills in key gaps — without the pressure of having to run for office. Read more
Dec. 06, 2021
One Political Mailer Sheds Light On Durham Election Dynamics
Ahead of Durham's primary, the Friends of Durham political action committee shared a mailer urging voters to support candidates who would keep the police funded. But the mailer struck a nerve among some, who say the issue isn't that simple. Read more
Nov. 01, 2021
Support Beyond The Court
A Durham non-profit walks alongside victims' families. Read more
Oct. 29, 2021
Meet The Ward III Durham City Council Candidates
Educator and small business owner Leonardo Williams and community organizer AJ Williams are vying for the Ward III Durham City Council seat. Their experiences in the community inform their differing priorities. Read more
Oct. 28, 2021
GOP Lawmakers' Plan To Probe Durham Voting Machines Fits Anti-Democratic Trend, Experts Say
The NC GOP’s House Freedom Caucus plans to investigate Durham County’s voting machines. Experts say the calls fit a troubling national effort to discredit the 2020 election without evidence. Read more
Oct. 28, 2021
Ardor in the court: Archie Smith and His Toys
To understand Durham's Superior Court Clerk, you need to visit his chambers and see his toys. Read more
Oct. 27, 2021
