Letters to the Editor

[Letter to the Editor] Support Tourette Syndrome Research Funding

Imagine having a child severely affected by a complicated, often misdiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder, and then finding out you can’t access the medical care they need.

[SoDu Crime Watch] Vehicle-Related Thefts Increase in This Week's Reports

Vehicle-related theft accounted for 49 of the 109 South Durham police reports reviewed from July 31 through Aug. 6.

Revised Rocky Branch Project Plan Returns to Durham Planning Commission

The Virgil Road proposal now calls for up to 190 homes and stronger stormwater protections. Thompson Village and two annexation-related rezonings also are on the Aug. 11 agenda.

5 Takeaways from Durham's Gun Violence Recommendations

A city-county working group wants Durham to focus on the people and places at greatest risk, improve coordination, and reduce shootings by 10% each year. A detailed action plan is due Aug. 25.

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Aug. 10-14, 2026

Turkey nachos, chicken sandwiches, sloppy joes, and pizza are among the Durham Public Schools lunch choices during the week of Aug. 10-14.

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[SoDu Crime Watch] Vehicle-Related Thefts Increase in This Week's Reports

Revised Rocky Branch Project Plan Returns to Durham Planning Commission

5 Takeaways from Durham's Gun Violence Recommendations

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Aug. 10-14, 2026