Durham Confederate Monument Toppled
A crowd of people gathered in downtown Durham late Monday to witness the toppling of a long-time Confederate monument.
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Triad Vigils Send Anti-Hate Messages
Across the Triad, vigils were held Sunday night to show unity in the wake of violent protests in Charlottesville, Virginia.
WSSU Program Helps Minority Children Learn How To Swim
Winston-Salem State University is once again teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club to offer free swimming lessons to children.
Report Highlights Range Of Inequities For Black Winston-Salem Residents
A new study is highlighting inequities between black and white residents in the Triad.
Researchers Examine Effects Of Viral Police Videos On Young Black People
Several viral videos that show graphic scenes of violence during police encounters have sparked the interest of researchers with the Anna Julia C
Local Nonprofit, The Shalom Project, Helping Families In Financial Distress
A local nonprofit is holding its annual “Big Chill” fundraiser this weekend to support its mission.
Business 40 Changing Lanes: A Painful Legacy
Planning for the Business 40 improvements project began more than a decade ago to modernize the aging roadway and beautify it with pedestrian bridges and scenic walkways. Next year, restoration work will begin on what was the very first segment of expressway to be built nearly sixty years ago. For many African-American residents, it's also the most controversial.
Supreme Court Rejects Two North Carolina Districts Due To Gerrymandering
The U.S. Supreme Court has affirmed a federal court ruling that forced legislators to redraw the state's political maps last year.
New Threat Of Deportation Raises Fear In North Carolina Immigrant Communities
After witnessing a murder, Wendy Miranda-Fernandez fled her native country, El Salvador, and was given asylum in Durham, North Carolina.
Council Member Presents Joint Statement On "Welcoming City" After Resolution Stalled
A statement declaring Winston-Salem a “Welcoming City” was presented by members of the community Monday night.