Chapel Hill’s party registration program looks to grow in its second semester

UNC and Chapel Hill reported a successful launch of their party registration program. 

Wait times at the DMV continue to get worse

With the new REAL ID set to begin in October of 2020, North Carolina DMVs are seeing even longer waits than normal, and a voter ID amendment appearing ...

Local, state leaders react to Silent Sam's removal

With the forced removal of Silent Sam on Monday night by protestors, local and state leaders issued a range of statements on the new absence of the Confederate ...

Skipping the straw: How Chapel Hill businesses and UNC are reducing waste

The anti-plastic straw movement has gone mainstream this summer, and now Triangle businesses and UNC are making an effort to reduce the use of single-use ...

Businesses come and go on Franklin, but residents say the spirit remains

Students are coming back to Chapel Hill to find some favorites have closed, but they may also discover new ones. 

Plans to clear cut P.H. Craig Forest in Carrboro divide community

The owner of a local, beloved forest intends to clear cut thirty-four acres of his land, but maybe not for the reason you think. 

With potential flooding in the area, here's how to handle the storm

This is what you should know during the calm before the storm.

The Campaign for Carolina added three more co-chairs in its final phase

As of July 2, the campaign has raised $2.12 billion, garnered 152,524 donors and received 290,083 gifts. The goal of the fundraiser is to raise $4.25 ...

Light rail project is possible again but has tight deadline

“They had strong political backers, big funders of theirs calling them up and questioning them on why were they going to do this crazy thing." This ...

The "unflappable" Roger Stancil says goodbye after a dozen years as town manager

For retiring Chapel Hill Town Manager Roger Stancil, his first goal was to become president. Then he realized how much a city manager can make an impact. ...

Fatal car crash in Carrboro sparks questions over intersection's safety

“That is our busiest intersection, and you have a speed limit there of 45, so I think any time you have high volumes of traffic and higher speeds, you’re ...

Awards, animals and breweries: All Up in Your Business for June 1

A new business venture opened this month in addition to a Franklin street staple achieving recognition for its hospitality.

Plan Your Weekend: May 24-27

Mildred Council, owner of the historic Mama Dip’s Kitchen restaurant, dies at 89

Mildred "Mama Dip" Council opened her restaurant in 1976 with just $64. She passed away this week as a Chapel Hill legend.

Has Carrboro felt more peaceful than usual lately? It's probably thanks to these monks

The sand mandela intended to bring peace and harmony to Carrboro and Chapel Hill.

Plan Your Weekend: May 17-20

Dogs, emo music and a whole lot of food — if you are looking for something to do with your family, partner, new subletter or classmate from your eight-person ...

Retired Hillsborough K-9 police dog dies after eight years of service

Retired Hillsborough K-9 Officer Talon died peacefully at age 14 on Saturday, April 21 at home surrounded by his family at his favorite spot in the woods ...

Local boutique, Vivid Emporium, gives back to West African communities

Kadiatu Kamara's new boutique, Vivid Emporium, not only provides stylish fashion choices, but also gives back to her native country of Sierra Leone and ...

Town council adopts resolution for 2018 legislative goals

The Chapel Hill Town Council adopted its legislative agenda for the 2018 session of the North Carolina General Assembly Wednesday, which includes two ...