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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="880"] Aaron Sanchez-Guerra / WUNC News[/caption] WUNC - A group of housing advocates and physicians in Durham is accusing the city of mismanaging federal funds meant to help people living with HIV and AIDS in the community. The Coalition to End the HIV Epidemic in Durham, or EHE Coalition, says the city of Durham has mismanaged the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS program, also known as

(OSV News) - Servant of God Thea Bowman's canonization cause is moving ahead, with a Mass and ceremony marking the closure of the cause's diocesan phase to be held Feb. 9 at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle in Jackson, Mississippi. Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz of Jackson will celebrate a Mass of thanksgiving at noon followed by an official closing session of the diocesan phase of the canonization process,

(AP)-A new wave of artists is transcending traditional notions of Christian music, drawing young global audiences to faith-based rap, Afrobeats and R&B. Often boosted by social media, many of them got their start with independent labels or by uploading self-made songs to streaming platforms. Now, bigger labels and streaming services are catching on. People are looking for "something soul-feeding, something forward-looking, positive," said James "Trig" Rosseau Sr., CEO of Holy

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer In the annals of North Carolina A&T State University history, certain names are etched in stone. But for former U.S. Congressman Edolphus "Ed" Townes, those names-Bluford, Gibbs, Harrison-aren't just buildings; they are the backdrop of a radical political awakening. I sat down with the Congressman to discuss his journey from Chadbourn, NC, to the halls of power in Washington D.C., and the pivotal, sometimes heart-stopping

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - In the latest installment of our Citizen Spotlight, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Council Member Stormie Forte. Council Member Forte is a licensed attorney in the State of North Carolina and in the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina Federal Court. She is also a licensed Real Estate agent. Forte was elected as one of two at-large

By Jheri Hardaway In the annals of North Carolina A&T State University history, certain names are etched in stone. But for former U.S. Congressman Edolphus "Ed" Townes, those names-Bluford, Gibbs, Harrison-aren't just buildings; they are the backdrop of a radical political awakening. I sat down with the Congressman to discuss his journey from Chadbourn, NC, to the halls of power in Washington D.C., and the pivotal, sometimes heart-stopping moments at

The year 1965 stands out as one of the most pivotal, and violent years in the history of the Civil Rights Movement. It was a year marked not only by powerful acts of resistance and monumental legislative change, but also by a devastating wave of violence both within Black communities and waged against them by institutions, vigilantes, and deeply embedded systems of racism. At the center of this turbulent year

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer Raleigh voters had the opportunity to engage with candidates for mayoral, at-large, and district city council seats at the Non-Partisan Candidates' Forum held Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Shaw University. The event offered residents a chance to hear directly from candidates, ask questions, and discuss issues shaping Raleigh's future, including housing, public safety, transportation, and community resources. The forum was divided into two sessions. This

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Lillington, NC - The atmosphere inside the county Resource Center was one of reverence and resilience as the Harnett County NAACP and the Harnett County Democratic Party convened for the 4th Annual Civil Rights Stories event. The program, which has become a cornerstone for preserving local history, honored five distinguished residents whose lives bridge the gap between the Jim Crow South and the ongoing fight

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer A fire inside Shaw University's Dimple Newsome Living and Learning Center prompted the evacuation of students Thursday evening and forced the dormitory to close indefinitely as repairs and safety assessments continue. The Raleigh Fire Department said the fire was reported around 7:15 p.m. and originated in room 313 on the third floor of the building. Fire officials said the blaze was caused by a space