Tag: administration

SoDu We Watch Our Government – Durham County Board of Commissioners

Support neighborhood news with our Southpoint Summer fundraiser on GoFundMe! The Durham County Board of Commissioners is set to meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25. 🧭 TOP ISSUES … Continue reading SoDu We Watch Our Government – Durham County Board of Commissioners

[From Inside Climate News] An Environmental Justice Test Case for Trump’s EPA

By Lisa SorgAug. 13, 2025 This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy, and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter … Continue reading [From Inside Climate News] An Environmental Justice Test Case for Trump’s EPA

Durham School Administration Addressing Troubling Audit Findings

Support neighborhood news with our Southpoint Summer fundraiser on GoFundMe! An independent audit of Durham Public Schools’ finances during the controversial 2023-24 academic year reveals problems with bank account reconciliation, … Continue reading Durham School Administration Addressing Troubling Audit Findings

[Commentary] Let’s Talk About HIV – and Getting Tested

By Martin HensonBeacon Media In 2023, 52% of all newly diagnosed HIV cases among adults and adolescents in North Carolina were Black. This fact doesn’t make for polite conversation in … Continue reading [Commentary] Let’s Talk About HIV – and Getting Tested

[From NC Newsline] Durham Council Member Warns ICE Will Disappear Residents

By Brandon Kingdollar, NC NewslineAug. 3, 2025 As residents rally to alert neighbors to immigration agents around the city, Durham City Council member Javiera Caballero warned Saturday that anyone could … Continue reading [From NC Newsline] Durham Council Member Warns ICE Will Disappear Residents

Trump Administration Releases Grant Funds for Public Schools

Support Southpoint Access in our summer fundraising effort! Remember when the Trump Administration decided to freeze more than $5 billion in education grant funding - prompting many states, including North … Continue reading Trump Administration Releases Grant Funds for Public Schools

North Carolina Joins Education Funding Lawsuit in Federal Court

The Tarheel State on Monday joined 24 other states to sue the Trump Administration over cuts that would eliminate nearly 10% of North Carolina's federal educational funds. The federal government … Continue reading North Carolina Joins Education Funding Lawsuit in Federal Court

[From NC Newsline] New State Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2025

By Christine Zhu, NC NewslineJune 30, 2025 Several new laws will take effect on Tuesday, July 1 in North Carolina after approval by state lawmakers and the governor. These include … Continue reading [From NC Newsline] New State Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2025

Gov. Stein Seeks Preservation of EV Industry Tax Credits

By Christine Zhu, NC NewslineMay 28, 2025 North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein on Wednesday voiced strong support for retaining and strengthening the state’s electric vehicle industry. Speaking at an Institute … Continue reading Gov. Stein Seeks Preservation of EV Industry Tax Credits

Durham Public Schools Adopts 2025-26 Budget, Seeks Record Support from County

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education unanimously adopted its proposed 2025-2026 budget Thursday night, approving a $708 million spending plan centered around supporting educators, enhancing student services, and maintaining … Continue reading Durham Public Schools Adopts 2025-26 Budget, Seeks Record Support from County