Daily editionThursday, September 17th, 2026
Good morning, Durham.
The 5AM Durham Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of September.
Community
A local nonprofit is hosting the Joyful Noise Black & White Gospel Gala Extravaganza on Saturday, Sept. 26 at Vision Church RDU to raise funds for programs that support grandparents raising grandchildren.
The event will feature performances by national gospel artist Kim Person and others.
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Duke staff brighten workdays with acts of genuine kindness (from greeting patients to mentoring colleagues) that help build a supportive work environment in the community.
Duke TodayRead more
Education
Duke is under federal investigation for errors in its foreign funding records—officials say it misclassified Chinese partners.
The university must provide detailed records within 30 days as it reviews its research ties.
Duke ChronicleRead more
At Duke, Vice Provost Manoj Mohanan led a fireside chat at the Duke Leadership Academy earlier this month — he shared simple lessons on building trust before a crisis and answered emerging leaders' questions; nominations for the next session open Oct. 19 and close Nov. 6.
Duke TodayRead more
Government
A water main break is blocking North Roxboro Street (between Hammond and Maynard roads) early this morning, and crews expect repairs to keep the road closed for about eight hours.
WRALRead more
Health
Duke Health recently implanted the nation’s first remote-controlled urinary sphincter — a device that adjusts pressure electronically — to help patients manage incontinence.
The clinical trial, which will report results in six months — a milestone for treatment innovation — continues to monitor patient outcomes.
Duke ChronicleRead more
Sports
Duke football coach Manny Diaz hosted a Q&A session on Sept. 16 at Duke’s campus to answer fan questions before the Stanford game.
The coach shared insights on team strategy and upcoming plans for the season (details were shared in the session).
WRALRead more