Chapel Hill Transit bus driver numbers improve, although still not at full operation

After a pandemic-induced bus driver shortage, Chapel Hill Transit is trying to fill about 20 vacancies as it adapts to post-pandemic life. To expedite ...

'We are still here': Local organizations hold House Us Now rally for affordable housing

The second House Us Now rally was held this Sunday as community members gathered to march for affordable housing in the area. The event was sponsored ...

Chapel Hill advisory board hears NEXT petition to extend Libba Cotten Bikeway

If a project proposed by NEXT is adopted, the Libba Cotten Bikeway will be extended from its current end at Roberson Street to the university's campus, ...

Chapel Hill Japanese teacher receives international award for accomplishments

Yoshimi Yamagata Aoyagi was recently awarded a Commendation by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Aoyagi is a Japanese teacher at both of Chapel Hill's ...

Column: WTF (What the Federal Funds Rate)

"Inflation – it’s why your blue cups at He's Not are more expensive. I’m going to tell you what’s happening with runaway inflation, what the federal ...

Town of Chapel Hill receives feedback on Community Development Block Grant budget

Chapel Hill Town Council names Hargraves facilities after notable Northside leaders

Two facilities in the Hargraves Community Center — including Northside Gym and the center's indoor basketball court — will be renamed for Nate Davis ...

Chapel Hill celebrates Banned Books Week through trading card exhibit, other events

The Chapel Hill Public Library is celebrating Banned Books Week through a partnership with Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture for the first time ...

Chapel Hill adds green paint, vertical barriers to bicycle lanes on W. Franklin Street

The Town of Chapel Hill recently added green paint and bollards to select bike lanes around the area to increase safety for all road patrons. The Town ...

New Orange County transportation director aims to expand services

Orange County announced Nish Trivedi as its new transportation director on Sept. 1. Trivedi has worked with Orange County Public Transportation since ...

Community Home Trust recognizes residents and Town at second annual awards ceremony

CHT aids community members in purchasing homes by buying and selling affordable homes. When a CHT homeowner wishes to move, the home remains within CHT's ...

Students excited as Chapel Hill's first Cook Out may open Friday, Sept. 9

Cook Out, a Greensboro-born fast-food chain serving burgers, shakes and fries, looks to open its first Chapel Hill location this Friday, Sept. 9.  Housed ...

Theatres across the nation celebrate National Cinema Day, increase turnout

Last Saturday, the inaugural National Cinema Day kicked off in the U.S. sending ticket prices down to $3.  Over 30,000 theaters participated across ...

''To not grow isn’t really an option': Chapel Hill community debates future of housing

As Chapel Hill faces a growing housing deficit that places pressure on economic vitality and diversity, the Town is working to secure additional housing. ...

Debut documentary of First Thursday Film Series screened at Chapel Hill Public Library

The First Thursday Film Series will feature a documentary screening on the first Thursday of each month with expert commentary by one scholar and one ...

Peace and Justice Plaza hosts event for International Overdose Awareness Day

In Chapel Hill, the Orange County Criminal Justice Resource Department, in collaboration with Orange County Emergency Services Department and the Freedom ...

Chapel Hill begins developing Bus Rapid Transit project to improve service and safety

The Town of Chapel Hill has started to look for sponsorships to help with the development and implementation of the North-South Bus Rapid Transit (N-S ...

'This is my home': Chapel Hill to provide millions for affordable housing, help community

The Town of Chapel Hill announced on Aug. 18 that it will be releasing up to $7.8 million to help fund affordable housing projects in the area.  ...

Chapel Hill Police Department charges suspect in University Gardens shooting

A 19 year old died on Thursday evening from gunshot wounds at the University Gardens apartment complex located at 800 Pritchard Ave. Ext.