www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-16 08:25:59

SUMMARY: The Wake County murder rate had been steadily rising, with 52 homicides in 2022 and 56 in 2023, but it is now trending downward in 2024. The District Attorney’s office is bringing justice more quickly, with murder trials now averaging once a week, compared to one or two per month before the pandemic. Over 60 murder cases have been resolved this year, and the county is on track to see 15-20% fewer homicides compared to last year. Homicide rates are also decreasing in Durham County. Despite challenges from COVID-related delays, justice is being served more efficiently.

After a rise in deadly crime during the COVID-19 pandemic, homicides appear to be falling around the two counties.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-15 19:04:33

SUMMARY: The CDC warns of increased virus spread in the coming months and promotes a new vaccine that protects against COVID, RSV, and influenza. Grandmother Helen McGee, who recently received a flu shot, plans to limit her interactions during the holidays to keep her and her 9.5-month-old granddaughter safe. There has been a 20% rise in measles cases globally, with North Carolina reporting its first case since 2018 and over 525 cases of whooping cough since November 2nd. Pediatricians note a rise in walking pneumonia cases, advising precautions for a safe holiday season.

Sounds like you hear hear every year. What’s different? The CDC wants you to know that for the first time, there is one shot to …

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-15 18:53:24

SUMMARY: At Stagville Plantation in Durham, descendants of enslaved ancestors gathered for a poignant homecoming 180 years after their relatives were forced to walk to a new plantation in Alabama. Families commemorated the brutal 500-mile journey made by 114 enslaved individuals under Paul Cameron. Emotional reflections highlighted the resilience of their ancestors, honored through their shared history. Duke historian Sydney Nathan discussed the journey from slavery to freedom, while genealogist Miles Kagin connected modern descendants to their ancestry. This gathering inspired pride and a desire to uncover more about their family’s past amidst a legacy of hardship and strength.

The historic journey, now known by the family as “The Trek,”‘ began in 1844 when enslaver Paul Cameron ordered 114 enslaved people to walk from Stagville to western Alabama.

https://abc11.com/post/nc-stagville-plantation-slave-descendants-durham-historic-alabama-trek-homecoming/15548400/
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