The End of Leandro: What It Means for Durham

The end of the Leandro case marks a major shift in North Carolina’s long-running fight over public education. For places like Durham, the decision brings uncertainty, tighter financial constraints and ongoing questions about how the state will fulfill its constitutional promise to provide every child with a sound basic education.

By |2026-04-28T19:08:16+00:00April 28, 2026|Community, Education, Government|0 Comments

The Space Between Home and Safety: Afghan Refugees in Durham, N.C.

Four Afghan teenagers fled Taliban rule in search of safety. Now in the United States, they face a new uncertainty: whether the country that saved them will ever become home.

By |2026-03-26T18:15:26+00:00March 26, 2026|asylum, Government, immigration, non-profit, Politics|0 Comments

Nida Allam wants to fight for the people of NC-04 in her rematch against Valerie Foushee

Four years since the two last faced off in the 2022 democratic primary for NC-04, vice chair of the Durham County Board of Commissioners Nida Allam will face off against U.S. Rep. Valerie Foushee in the Democratic primary for NC-04 on March 3.

By |2026-03-02T18:39:06+00:00March 2, 2026|Government, Politics|0 Comments

As NC-04 Congressional Race Garners National Attention, Valerie Foushee Faces Defining Primary Test

U.S. Rep Valerie Foushee, who has represented North Carolina’s heavily Democratic 4th District since 2023, is leaning on her decades of political experience and donor support as she faces Durham County Commissioner Nida Allam in a rematch of the 2022 primary on March 3, 2026.

By |2026-03-11T19:20:24+00:00March 1, 2026|Government, Politics|0 Comments

Iryna’s Law Takes Effect Dec. 1, Overhauling N.C. Bail Rules and Mental Health Procedures

Iryna's Law went into effect in North Carolina on Dec. 1, bringing with it changes to the mental health and criminal justice systems in the state.

By |2025-12-05T01:34:16+00:00December 5, 2025|Government|0 Comments

“Our Country Can Do More For Its Citizens”: Conservative Perspectives on CBP Raids in Triangle

Conservatives aren't common in the Triangle. Here's what three Triangle conservatives thought about Customs and Border Patrol activity in North Carolina.

By |2025-12-05T01:00:23+00:00December 5, 2025|Government, immigration, Politics|0 Comments

Immigrants turn to legal aid as border patrol and ICE sweep North Carolina

Immigrants want to protect themselves and their community from detainment and deportation. Immigration law experts are trying to balance that demand with the increased complexity of immigration cases in the current federal climate.

By |2025-12-04T16:39:17+00:00December 4, 2025|Community, Government, immigration|0 Comments

‘It’s Not Over’: Durham Organizes Amid ICE Crackdown

A crippling fear gripped the Durham community last week. When United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement came knocking on residents’ doors, Alexandra Valladares was one of many on the receiving end of calls for help. 

By |2025-12-03T19:04:05+00:00December 3, 2025|Community, Government, Politics|0 Comments
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