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It's a digital age, but hand-painted signs still matter
4+ hour, 49+ min ago (88+ words) It's a digital age, but hand-painted signs still matter9th Street Journal Home " It's a digital age, but hand-painted signs still matter We live in an age of Instagram reels and TikToks, when political messages are usually made in pixels. But for…...
Controversial new state voting rules on pause, for now
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (849+ words) Home " Controversial new state voting rules on pause, for now The State Board of Elections intended to change its voting rules on Wednesday to better identify noncitizens. But enormous public opposition forced the body to postpone. "I would like to…...
False weapons reports cause lockdowns at local schools, once again
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (533+ words) Home " False weapons reports cause lockdowns at local schools, once again Tuesday saw gun scares at Jordan High School and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. The incidents continue a recent pattern of false gun reports at Durham…...
In March 3 primary, local PACs continue their winning streak
2+ week, 4+ day ago (473+ words) Home " In March 3 primary, local PACs continue their winning streak Over the past decade in Durham, no local candidate has won without backing from one of two dominant political action committees: the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People…...
At contaminated parks: shuttered playgrounds, falling fences, and frustration
2+ week, 4+ day ago (1438+ words) Home " At contaminated parks: shuttered playgrounds, falling fences, and frustration At Walltown Park and Recreation Center, the scene has remained virtually unchanged for almost two years: large red "KEEP OUT" signs decorate the empty playground. But a much larger surrounding…...
Deberry wins big in Durham DA primary, securing third term
3+ week, 14+ hour ago (398+ words) Home " Deberry wins big in Durham DA primary, securing third term Durham County's two-term district attorney will have a third." Satana Deberry defeated her Democratic primary challenger, Jonathan Wilson II Tuesday, winning 61 percent of the vote." The March 3 win means…...
Close NC-04 race between Foushee and Allam headed for recount
3+ week, 15+ hour ago (553+ words) Home " Close NC-04 race between Foushee and Allam headed for recount With all precincts reporting, incumbent Valerie Foushee had a slim 1,202-vote lead over challenger Nida Allam for the Democratic nomination in North Carolina's 4th Congressional District. But the race was…...
A father's pride and a crooked sign: Scenes from the Durham primary
3+ week, 17+ hour ago (868+ words) Home " A father's pride and a crooked sign: Scenes from the Durham primary At 5:30 pm on election night, Forest Hills Park behind the 9th Precinct polling place was overtaken with children. At first glance, it looked like a birthday party: under…...
Bull City Snow Scenes
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (124+ words) Home " Bull City Snow Scenes Canines (at top) and humans (above) romped and sledded through Durham Central Park, which was also a scene of chilly contemplation (below). Downtown, a few shoppers nabbed last-minute bouquets (above) while nearby signs recalled Friday's…...
Three Durham Public Schools graduates vie for District 1 school board seat
3+ week, 1+ day ago (814+ words) Home " Three Durham Public Schools graduates vie for District 1 school board seat Though new to school board politics, candidates in the District 1 race come with lived experience as the district's graduates, parents and teachers. The winner of the race will…...