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We looked into rumors that N.C. Speaker Tim Moore is going for UNC-System President

By Michael Taffe | October 19

After interim UNC-System President Bill Roper said he will not seek to serve in his role in a permanent capacity, the search for a new system president ...

CHCCS board member James Barrett forgoes reelection to run for state superintendent

By Sonia Rao | October 15

Instead of running for reelection, CHCCS board member James Barrett is pursuing the office of state superintendent in the upcoming 2020 elections.

How much money have the candidates in Chapel Hill-Carrboro races spent?

By Ben Humphries | October 15

As the Nov. 5 elections approach, candidates have been campaigning hard, going to events on UNC's campus, in churches and other community spaces. Besides ...

'I want you to remember to vote': Local candidates gather at First Baptist Church forum

By Niharika Vattikonda | October 15

Orange County electoral candidates congregated at the First Baptist Church to not only discuss their stance on political and social issues, but to build ...

Orange County school board talks school improvement at Monday's meeting

By Taylor Heeden and Mark Morrison | October 15

Each principal had the opportunity to give the Board updates on what plans their schools are implementing to advance student development and growth. ...

The North Carolina General Assembly building is pictured in Raleigh, N.C. on Jan. 13, 2013.

Despite little movement on state budget, stand alone spending measures move to Cooper

By Hannah Correll | October 15

The majority of recent bills that the General Assembly has passed are above the continuation budget from the last fiscal year. Gov. Cooper has signed ...

'A tremendous asset': CHCCS names Bob Bales as Principal of the Year

By Diane Adame | October 15

Bob Bales, principal of McDougle Middle School, was gifted with the 2019-20 Principal of the Year Award for the district. His innovation and communication ...

A parking spot at the Carrboro Police Department.

Police Reports: Oct. 9 - Oct. 13

By Jamey Cross | October 15

Here are some of the police reports for Chapel Hill and Carrboro over the last week.

Beyond reasonable modifications: What it's like getting around town with a disability

By Alice Bennett | October 15

“I pretty much have to calculate every step, which is a very common experience for people with mobility issues like myself,” Simpson said. “There’s ...

“I voted today” stickers are displayed at the polling center at the Center for Dramatic Art in Chapel Hill.

Candidates for Hillsborough Board of Commissioners discuss their plans for the Town

By Mark Morrison | October 13

We asked candidates for the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners to tell us their views on several Hillsborough issues. This is what they had to say.

Three key takeaways from the CHCCS Board of Education candidates forum

By Victoria Johnson | October 13

Five candidates vying for a position on the CHCCS Board of Education promote addressing systematic racism, mental health and improving communication at ...

Column: Our school district still faces critical challenges

October 13

Joal Broun, a member of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education, is speaking on challenges that still face our school system.

Glenwood rezoning policy to be implemented for 2020-21 school year

By Niharika Vattikonda | October 13

“Our goal is, as we look into the future, that all students have opportunities and are successful in the academic offerings that the school district’s ...

A Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools bus drives toward Chapel Hill High School.

Lawsuit against CHCCS' handling of sexual abuse moves to federal court

By Brittany McGee | October 13

A lawsuit filed against Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools accused the school system of mishandling allegations of sexual abuse among students. The lawsuit, ...

'A good friend and community member': Local NAACP president honored by state branch

By Rebecca Fiely | October 13

Anna Richards, president of the local NAACP branch, won North Carolina branch president of the year.

Group of physicians in Carrboro aims to provide alternative to conventional medicine

By Guillermo Molero | October 10

The Wellness Alliance provides a variety of alternative medicinal treatments to the communities of Carrboro and Chapel Hill.

Local candidates debate ahead of November election

By Jonny Cook | October 10

Chapel Hill Town Council and mayoral candidates discussed voter engagement alongside climate and transportation policies ahead of November elections.

All Up in Your Business: Check out the new Three Waters Cafe Franklin Street location

By Jackson Davis | October 10

Franklin Street has added a new cafe to its repertoire: the Three Waters Cafe.

ArtsCenter and Town of Carrboro settle costs after withdrawal from 203 Project

By Victoria Johnson | October 10

The ArtsCenter has agreed to pay their portion of design costs to withdraw from a large construction project on Greensboro Street in order to invest in ...

We talked to the principal at Phoenix Academy High about serving homeless students

By Amirsaman Zahabioun | October 9

High school principal John Williams discusses his compassion and the importance in serving the homeless community.