Med City Cypher builds Durham community through hip-hop
The Med City Cypher is a freestyle rap and DJ performance organized by Afrofuturism youth organization Blackspace and creates an environment for creative expression.
Durham Public School’s New Growing Together Plan
Durham Public Schools (DPS) implemented a plan, the first in the past 30 years, to tackle a grave lack of diversity through socioeconomic integration. Some 2,000 students will be reassigned to new schools as a result of the new zone divisions for DPS.
H.E.A.R.T.: Durham’s “fifth branch” of public safety still has room to grow
H.E.A.R.T. has grown tremendously since its inception in June 2022. Initially, the program was only able to operate in a third of the city from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Oct. 23, 2023, a budget increase expanded the program to the entire city, with at least one team available from 6 a.m. to midnight. This has provided H.E.A.R.T. with the resources to help many more neighbors: the team celebrated its 20,000th response in late August. Even now, the program has room to grow.
‘Absolutely love that class’: Students find their voice at high school newspaper
The Pirates’ Hook, Riverside High School’s student-led newspaper, serves more than 1,800 students with print and digital content created by a staff of writers, editors, photographers and more.
Growing Change: How Durham’s Farm Campus Initiative Aims to Tackle Food Insecurity and Empower Local Farmer
Residents in Durham County have struggled with consistent access to nutritious foods for years. The need for change is urgent. But in recent years, that change isn’t just about providing food– it’s about who grows it, who owns the land and who reaps the rewards.
Durham’s Misdemeanor Diversion Program gives community members second chances
In 2014, Durham County launched its Misdemeanor Diversion Program, allowing first-time misdemeanor offenders to avoid citations and arrests on the condition that they complete the program.
Citizens of Durham to vote on $200 million infrastructure bond referendum
The people of Durham on Nov. 5 are going to vote on a $200 million bond referendum to improve streets, sidewalks and parks across Durham. The referendum is split into two separate votes, one being $115 million for streets and sidewalks and the other $85 million for parks and recreation. These changes will be focused on the east side of Durham according to the city.
The Intersection of Faith and Politics Shapes a Purple State’s Future
Durham, NC’s strong faith communities and political influence make it a key force in North Carolina’s purple state status. Local leaders unite religion and social justice to tackle issues like affordable housing, racial disparities, and food security, shaping broader political outcomes.
Med City Cypher builds Durham community through hip-hop
The Med City Cypher is a freestyle rap and DJ performance that is organized by the Afrofuturism youth organization Blackspace and creates an environment for creative expression.
Josh Stein rallies support in Durham as N.C. gubernatorial race heats up
Last month, Democratic North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein travelled the state, rallying support in one of the most closely watched gubernatorial races in the country. On Sept. 3, Stein hosted a fundraising event at Metro 8 Steakhouse in Durham, N.C., drawing over 170 attendees.
