Durham has launched a nationwide search for its next chief of police. Residents are invited to provide feedback through an online survey open until April 24. The city plans to complete its selection process within 90 days.
The City of Durham has released an update about ongoing work on its Main Street and Broad Street waterline replacement project. Traffic flow at key intersections will be managed by flaggers over coming weeks as installation continues. Residents may experience temporary changes in parking access and should expect advance notice if their water service is interrupted.
The City of Durham has announced a series of upcoming road closures related to its ongoing American Tobacco District Waterline Replacement Project. Several downtown streets will experience temporary lane shifts or closures over the next few weeks while crews install new infrastructure. Access for businesses will remain open during these periods.
Durham has announced two major sustainability initiatives ahead of Earth Day: setting a record for street tree plantings this season and launching a free public mulch program beginning April 18. City officials say these steps aim to promote environmental health and community engagement.
The Durham Police Department has launched a public comment portal as part of its CALEA accreditation process. Community members are invited to share feedback about police services and agency compliance with professional standards. Submissions will inform ongoing improvements but will only receive an acknowledgement.
The City of Durham has released an update on its Main Street and Broad Street waterline replacement project scheduled for mid-to-late April. Traffic adjustments with flaggers are planned at key intersections while installation continues. On-street parking closures remain in effect.
The City of Durham has released an update regarding upcoming night work and lane closures related to its NC-54 Waterline Replacement Project. Residents may experience short-term interruptions in water service or changes in traffic patterns over several weeks. More information can be found through official city channels.
Sewer work related to the Parkwood Area Lift Station Consolidation Project will soon begin on Sedwick Road in Durham. Residents should expect lane shifts and avoid parking between Solitude Way and Revere Road starting late April. Contact information for project managers has been provided.
Durham Medicaid providers billed $48,633,395 for Medicine Services and Procedures in 2024, an increase of 11.8% compared with the previous year.
The City of Durham has released an update on upcoming waterline replacement work in East Durham starting April 13. Residents can expect intermittent lane closures along Colfax Street but continued access to local businesses and parks.