What Durham’s Fourth Amendment Workplace Status Means for Residents

Amid recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the area, The Durham Voice seeks to provide information on Durham’s ‘Fourth Amendment Workplace’ distinction. The Voice has reviewed relevant information and resources related to the issue, compiled in this article. 

By |2025-12-06T01:09:04+00:00December 4, 2025|Community, immigration, Politics, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail continues progress, publishes final planning study

Progress continues on the plan for a rail-trail project that would convert more than 18 miles of inactive Durham County rail corridor into a multiuse trail. Combined with a joint project to the north in Person County, it would create the 26.2-mile Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail. The project's 372-page final planning study was published on their website in early November.

By |2025-11-28T20:54:43+00:00November 28, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

“Anti status-quo” candidates host election watch party, reflect coalition of shared values on land use

On the evening of election night, friends and family of candidate Chelsea Cook, Shanetta Burris and DeDreana Freeman shared stories and drinks as Durham's next chapter took shape.

By |2025-11-18T20:05:01+00:00November 18, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Durham candidates discuss the future of the city’s arts and culture scene

Candidates discussed how the City could enhance partnerships with private companies, funding for the arts and how arts intersect with the City's goals.

By |2025-11-05T03:05:37+00:00November 5, 2025|Government, Government|0 Comments

‘I’ve learned how to find joy’: candidate Shanetta Burris on running for council

When asked why she is running for Durham City Council, candidate Shanetta Burris responded, “Because I have free will. I can, and I’m going to do it.” This is not Burris’ first rodeo. In 2023, the North Carolina native ran for the same role she is now, but let the campaign cycle stretch her thin.

By |2025-10-20T19:24:47+00:00October 15, 2025|Government, Government, Politics|0 Comments

Durham County Residents Cite Explosions, Environmental Risks from New Housing Developments

Southeast Durham residents experience property damage, loss of privacy, and environmental threats as rapid housing developments reshape rural Durham County.

By |2025-04-28T21:37:22+00:00April 28, 2025|Community, Uncategorized|0 Comments
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