South Durham Crime Trends: Vehicle Thefts and Retail Corridor Robberies Surge
Last week saw a spike in car break-ins, convenience-store robberies, and parking-lot crime across NC Highway 55, NC Highway 54 East, and University Drive.
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[SoDu Business Watch] New Biz Filings in April 2026
Here’s a look at the newest business filings tied to South Durham and nearby communities, based on North Carolina Secretary of State records.
Mangum Street Closes Tonight
The closure between Pettigrew Street and Jackie Robinson Drive is expected to end at 6 a.m. on Friday.
SoDu Shopping Basket: Aldi Stays Lowest as Overall Price Gap Narrows This Week
Aldi leads at $51.25, with Walmart ($54.44) and Food Lion ($54.86) close behind. Fresh Market tops $85.70 - a $34.45 spread for the same 17 staples.
DPS Board to Confront Chronic Absenteeism, Law Enforcement Policy Changes
Thursday’s agenda also includes legislative priorities, a ThoughtExchange contract renewal, and budget amendments