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Durham Earth Day Festival

Join us in celebrating Earth Day 2025 as we unite to honor and protect the planet. This year’s theme, “Our…

Durham Earth Day Festival Sunday, April 21, 2024 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street Durham’s…

Battle plastic pollution, dress as your favorite plant or animal for a parade, and bring documents for shredding, if you…

State Health Plan to take Atrium Health out of network, NC treasurer says
on October 14, 2026 at 6:52 pm
Atrium Health and the North Carolina State Health Plan have been fighting for months over healthcare pricing. Atrium is also in the process of trying to merge with Raleigh-based WakeMed.
Junior Canes calls out mistreatment of opponents, refs after player throws stick
on October 14, 2026 at 6:35 pm
A video of Saturday's game shows a member of one of the Junior Canes hockey teams throwing a stick in the direction of a referee and the opposing bench after being called for a penalty.
Making Strides against breast cancer returns to DBAP
on October 14, 2026 at 3:02 pm
Making Strides against breast cancer, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park on October 24.
High Point woman credits routine mammogram for saving her life
on October 14, 2026 at 2:42 pm
"Thanks to the advanced research and technology about breast cancer, they were able to catch it early," said Julia Gay.
Six Charlotte officers suspended, facing firing after report of racist text messages
on October 14, 2026 at 2:36 pm
According to WCNC in Charlotte, the department recommended firing the officers after sources say a report of racist text messages sparked an internal investigation.

Atrium-WakeMed merger terms questioned, calls for transparency on the deal increasing
by Tamara Scott on October 14, 2026 at 7:16 pm
Groups send a letter to the NC Attorney General's Office outlining main requests for transparency on the deal, its potential impact on health care.
Pope has 'peaceful' night in hospital following surgery, Vatican says
on October 14, 2026 at 7:05 pm
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery.
Inflation report today: Numbers climb in September as gas prices surge
on October 14, 2026 at 6:32 pm
Wednesday's inflation report provided the latest snapshot of prices as a monthlong surge in costs for gasoline and other essentials continues to weigh on shoppers.
GLP-1s may help boost fertility outcomes for hopeful mothers, some women find
on October 14, 2026 at 6:30 pm
A study recently published in a South American medical journal suggests a possible link between GLP1 usage and improved fertility outcomes in women with obesity and PMOS.
'Hotober': Near-record highs through Friday, coats this weekend
by WTVD on October 14, 2026 at 6:29 pm
Near-record highs will be possible through the end of the week.