Clarence Birkhead Archives

Orange, Durham And Chatham Counties Labeled ‘Sanctuary Jurisdictions’ By Homeland Security

Posted by Henry Taylor | May 30, 2025 | Local Government, National, State

UPDATE: On Friday afternoon, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) responded to the Department of...

Chatham and Durham Sheriffs, Former Congressman Among Local Dogwood Award Recipients

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Oct 30, 2024 | State

Sheriff Mike Roberson, Sheriff Clarence Birkhead and former U.S. Congressman David Price are among the latest locals to earn a Dogwood Award.

Orange, Durham County Sheriffs Team Up for Cocaine and Heroin Bust

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Oct 8, 2023 | Crime

The Orange and Durham County sheriff’s offices teamed up in the last week to bring charges...

Beasley Touts Sheriff Support, Opposes ‘Defund the Police’

Posted by Associated Press | Aug 30, 2022 | Election, Local Election Coverage, State

Written by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM North Carolina U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley pitched herself...

On Air Today: Body-Worn Cameras at the Durham Sheriff’s Office

Posted by Aaron Keck | Feb 25, 2022 | On Air Today

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office recently equipped officers with body-worn cameras. Aaron discusses it with Sheriff Clarence Birkhead.

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Durham Sheriff Staffing Shortages Worsen Existing Issues

Posted by Benjamin Rappaport | Dec 30, 2021 | Crime, Safety

Law enforcement agencies across the country have struggled with staffing shortages due to the pandemic and negative attitudes toward policing in America. In Durham County, the sheriff’s office says the shortage is hurting other services.

On Air Today: Durham Sheriff Clarence Birkhead

Posted by Aaron Keck | Dec 27, 2021 | On Air Today

Durham County Sheriff Clarence Birkhead joins Aaron to discuss the pandemic, staff shortages, the crime rate, and his run for reelection.

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On Air Today: Staff Shortage at the Durham Sheriff’s Office

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jun 18, 2021 | On Air Today

Durham Sheriff Clarence Birkhead talks about a current staffing shortage – creating job opportunities for those who want to work in law enforcement.

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Ex-Deputy Sues North Carolina Sheriff Over Vaccine Mandate

Posted by Associated Press | May 31, 2021 | COVID-19, Local Government

A former North Carolina deputy is suing a sheriff over his requirement for employees to get a...

NC Task Force Working to Improve Racial Equity in the Criminal Justice System

Posted by Elle Kehres | Aug 17, 2020 | Safety, State Government

A new, state-wide task force is holding virtual listening sessions across the state to hear from...

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