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OC Democratic Party chairperson steps aside, announces state House campaign

By Caroline Wills | September 30

Jonah Garson, the chairperson for the Orange County Democratic Party, is stepping aside from his post to run for the N.C. House. He will seek to take ...

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N.C. voter ID law struck down for unconstitutionally targeting Black voters

By Kelli Rainer | September 30

SB 824, which required people in North Carolina to present a photo ID while voting, was recently struck down because it unconstitutionally targeted Black ...

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Local health workers resign over COVID-19 vaccination requirement

By Emmy Martin | September 30

Seventy workers have resigned from UNC Health because of their refusal to abide by the system's COVID-19 vaccination mandate. Thirty-nine workers ...

A guide to registering to vote in Orange County ahead of the Oct. 8 deadline

By Ian Walniuk | September 29

With the November elections right around the corner, here's what Orange County residents need to know about registering to vote.

She Thrifty Apparel aims to combat fashion waste with thrifting

By Jenna Rupp | September 29

She Thrifty Apparel is a local, female- and Black-owned secondhand clothing store in Chapel Hill that aims to break the cycle of linear fashion and change ...

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Town of Chapel Hill Climate Action and Response Plan works towards a sustainable future

By Katie MacKinnon | September 27

The Chapel Hill Town Council discussed the Town's Climate Action and Response Plan at a Wednesday meeting. The plan elaborates on Town initiatives which ...

Chapel Hill Public Library announces plans for a Community History Lab

By Peyton Brown | September 27

The Chapel Hill Public Library recently announced plans for a Community History Lab that will serve as an inclusive space dedicated to promoting the rich ...

Orange County Board of Commissioners talks mental health and racial equity in schools

By Samuel Long | September 27

The meeting delved into several topics, notably addressing wellness needs for students and staff as well as collaboration and support for racial ...

Senate Bill 257 aims to protect local pharmacies from spread pricing

By Austin Blake | September 26

On Sept. 20, Gov. Roy Cooper signed legislation that will impose tighter regulations on pharmacy benefit managers and protects local pharmacies and consumers ...

After 26 years of service, Rep. Verla Insko announces her retirement

By Meagan Bergstrom | September 26

She said she's most proud of the work she's done to expand public education, especially early childhood education. Public education was the reason she ...

"We didn't want to cancel Pride": Durham celebrates LGBTQ+ community safely

By Dylan Thiessen | September 26

Festival coordinator Travis Cinnamon said the event's organizers were forced to pivot to determine what safe activities they could hold in person and ...

Town of Carrboro holds community open house to get feedback on draft 20-year plan

By Harrison Gummel | September 26

In its draft 20-year plan, the Town of Carrboro focuses on ensuring affordable housing, embracing climate action and furthering racial equity for all ...

New state law modifies NC alcohol laws, ABC store policies

By Caroline Wills | September 23

House Bill 890 allows online orders at ABC stores and the purchase of a second alcoholic beverage at college sporting events. It also makes ...

Chapel Hill Transit scales down operations due to bus driver shortage

By Christian Ciocoiu | September 22

Several service changes for Chapel Hill Transit went into effect Tuesday, with many routes running less frequently due to a driver shortage. In an effort ...

City of Carrboro earns national communication award for Town Information Centers

By Samuel Long | September 21

The Town of Carrboro received an Award of Excellence in early September from the City-County Communications & Marketing Association's (3CMA) Savvy ...

Meet the two candidates running for Carrboro mayor

By Adaliene Andsager | September 21

Voters in Carrboro will vote to elect a new mayor this November, choosing between business-owner and artist Mike Benson and Town Council member Damon ...

Meet the candidates challenging Mayor Pam Hemminger for Chapel Hill's top job

By Chloe Teachey | September 21

Incumbent Pam Hemminger, Town Council member Hongbin Gu and UNC law student Zachary Boyce are all vying for the mayoral seat this election season.

Transgender teen asked to submit to TSA strip search at RDU, according to lawsuit

By Susie Webb | September 21

Content warning: This piece contains graphic descriptions of experiences transgender individuals have had with TSA security. The mother of a transgender ...

Rise in average fall temperature prompts advocacy for climate change legislation

By Sophie Teague | September 20

UNC environmental groups are working to deepen students' knowledge about climate change and its connection to public health.

Editorial: The restaurant industry is feeling the effects of labor shortages

By Editorial Board | September 20

"As customers, we shouldn’t so easily take out our frustrations on restaurant staff as they might be having to do the work of multiple people while ...