Duke University coverage

Kenny Blakeney makes more memories at Cameron Indoor Stadium, but with different team

Howard coach and Duke alum Kenny Blakeney knows the magic around Cameron Indoor Stadium. He knows returning to the prestigious venue is always special.

ACC men's basketball banking on schedule changes, investments to restore league's luster

The 18-team Atlantic Coast Conference received just four bids to the NCAA Tournament in 2025, an unacceptably low number for the conference's leadership. The league adopted a schedule change to help.

Brian Murphy, WRAL News

Raleigh surgeon spots early-stage breast cancer during routine surgery

When 45-year-old Kim Burris was recovering from breast reduction surgery at home in Chapel Hill, she received a call that changed her life.

Leaders talk about what's needed in the future of college sports in Durham

The McLendon Experience was held on Thursday at the Durham Convention Center. Former Duke athletic director Kevin White was the lead speaker.

Return within recovery: Jayson Tatum back at Duke as Chief Basketball Officer

Jayson Tatum is using his time away from the court this season to step into a first-of-its-kind role as Duke basketball's Chief Basketball Officer.

Duke alumna Anna Menon preps for history joining NASA's 2025 astronaut class

Anna Menon, a Duke University alumna, is one of ten students to join NASA's 2025 astronaut class. With a background in engineering and space science, Menon is poised to contribute to future space missions.

Why Duke QB Darian Mensah was part of the conversation about new NC children's hospital

North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall referenced Duke quarterback Darian Mensah in comments about why the state shouldn't be paying for a new, standalone state children's hospital.

Pete Buttigieg to speak at Duke University this week

Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg will speak at Duke University this week.

Duke AI program emphasizes critical thinking for job security

Duke professor Jon Reifschneider is preparing students to harness AI's potential responsibly and recognize the human contributions that can't be replaced.

Duke program wants students to make a difference with AI

Duke AI students are learning about the human element that makes them powerful in the job market.

At Duke event, Jerry Seinfeld says people who say 'Free Palestine' are worse than the Ku Klux Klan

During a student event at Duke University, Jerry Seinfeld reportedly likened the "Free Palestine" movement to the Ku Klux Klan, stating that the Klan was "a little better" because they were more honest about their hatred.

WRAL Staff

Expect heavy traffic as Triangle universities welcome students back to campus

Universities across the Triangle are going to be bustling with activity as students return to campus.

Trump decision puts Duke Health down $108 million of federal funding

The Trump administration has frozen more than $100 million meant for Duke Health. Duke joined the list of schools facing pressure from the Trump Administration yesterday.

Duke under investigation at time of cutbacks, financial strife

Duke is the largest employer in Durham and recently-launched federal investigations could have far-reaching impacts that touch those outside of the student body.

Federal investigations into Duke University come at time of financial uncertainty

Two new investigations by the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services of Duke come at a time of increasing financial uncertainty for the university.

Trump administration launches investigation into Duke University and Duke Law Journal

(CNN) -- The Education Department is launching an investigation into Duke University and Duke Law Journal, the department announced in a news release on Monday, citing reporting that alleges the university was violating the Civil Rights Act.

By Samantha Waldenberg, CNN

Duke University layoffs announced: Nearly 600 employees took buyouts, more layoffs coming

Nearly 600 employees at Duke University opted to take buyouts through the school's Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP), the university said in a letter to employees on Friday.

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

Despite a warning about a possible uptick in Iranian cyberattacks, the real threat may depend on your job. Art Ehuan with Duke University discusses Iran's cyber-capabilities and why attacks conducted by the government may be the least of your worries if you don't hold a sensitive position at work.

Duke scientists help in release of space photos from the largest digital camera ever built

Duke researchers helped build a powerful new telescope now capturing the most detailed images of the universe ever taken. The Vera Rubin Observatory unveiled its first images Monday, with Duke scientists watching from Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham.

Duke scientists celebrate release of space photos from the largest digital camera ever built

Duke researchers helped build a powerful new telescope now capturing the most detailed images of the universe ever taken. The Vera Rubin Observatory unveiled its first images Monday, with Duke scientists watching from Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham.

Duke prepares for more voluntary layoffs; employees call for transparency

Duke University prepares for more voluntary layoffs amid federal funding cuts. WRAL looks at what employees are now asking top earners at the school to do to help.

Duke prepares for more layoffs, employees call for transparency

Duke University is preparing for more voluntary layoffs, and the possibility of involuntary separations throughout the summer.

Duke study extends life for men with metastatic prostate cancer

Giving hope to cancer patients. A new prostate cancer study by Duke could help men live longer.

Duke's Maluach shows how nation's immigration changes could impact college athletes

The Trump administration has threatened to revoke some student visas, pushed to revoke visas from certain countries and worked to implement a travel ban. All could impact international collegiate athletes, like former Duke basketball player Khaman Maluach.

Brian Murphy and Shaun Gallagher, WRAL News

Duke University holds graduation ceremony at Wallace Wade Stadium

Duke University held its university-wide commencement ceremony on May 11, 2025, on Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium to celebrate the graduating class of 2025. The commencement address was delivered by Grant Hill, a legendary Blue Devil and NBA Basketball Hall of Fame inductee.