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Photo illustration. Though opioid abuse rates are highest in people aged 18 to 25, colleges often do not have permanent funding to address it.

Opioid overdose deaths on the rise in North Carolina

By Nicholas Emken | October 14

A recently released CDC report said that overdose deaths in North Carolina are among the highest in the country. The state government is working with ...

Napoli food truck rolls out new location and adds gelato to the menu

By Alice Bennett | October 14

Carrboro's newest restaurant brings you traditional Neapolitan pizza and over 20 gelato flavors.

After hosting the DNC just six years ago, Charlotte prepares to host the RNC in 2020

By Ares Zerunyan | October 11

Almost a decade after hosting the 2012 Democratic National Convention, Charlotte is expected to take on the Republican National Convention in 2020, bringing ...

A look at University Day throughout the years

By Ellie Heffernan | October 11

Throughout the years, UNC's celebration of University Day has included a variety of event and guests. Despite all the changes the University has seen ...

Local officials express concern amid rising costs of light rail project

By Jake Richard | October 11

The Durham-Orange light rail project is becoming more complicated as costs rise and promises aren't kept, and local officials are debating whether the ...

Local legend Snooty Foxx doesn't need a gym. He works out in his front yard.

By Aislinn Antrim | October 11

Devon Riggsbee stood in his Chapel Hill yard, towering over his surrounding weights and workout equipment, and smiled as a passing driver honked and yelled ...

Here's an update on Orange County power outages, transit and a map of road conditions

By Maddy Arrowood | October 11

Hurricane Michael has caused several road closures and power outages in Orange County.

Hurricane Michael set to hit N.C. communities already in recovery

By Claire Willmschen | October 10

Following Hurricane Florence, Hurricane Michael has the state preparing to weather another storm while their communities are still in recovery.

Hillsborough group puts sign over I-40 to protest Kavanaugh

By Sofia Lesnewski | October 10

If you've driven on Interstate 40 recently, you may have noticed a new addition to the highway sign scene. Following Kavanaugh's confirmation, a Hillsborough ...

Hillsborough is turning wood from a tree that fell during Florence into art

By Crystal Yu | October 9

Hillsborough's 200-year-old tree fell during Hurricane Florence, but the town will not let it go to waste.

Eat good. Feel good. B.GOOD.

By Rachel Weyne | October 7

B.GOOD is the latest restaurant to call Chapel Hill home. The joint boasts fast and healthy meals that create an atmosphere that feels like home. Many ...

Lanes closed on Fordham Boulevard due to crash

By Maria Elena Vizcaino | October 5

A car crash on Fordham Boulevard near Eastowne Drive left only one lane open in each direction Friday morning, according to the Town of Chapel Hill. ...

Feeling lucky? About 2 percent of qualified applicants are forgiven of federal student loans

By Sofia Lesnewski | October 4

Student loans don't have to equal a lifetime of debt — so long as you work in the public sector, make 120 months of consistent payments on your loans ...

‘Why not me?’: N.C. House Reps reflect on what Year of the Woman means to them

By Rachel Weyne | October 4

The lack of gender diversity in politics can only be fixed by new, diverse candidates running — women should recognize they can be in positions of power, ...

Cars parked in the Wallace Parking Deck on E. Rosemary St.

Emission standards changed for cars in Orange County, posing health concerns

By Nicholas Emken | October 4

Some people worry the health risks of the inevitable increased emissions will not be worth the change.

A parking spot at the Carrboro Police Department.

Police Reports: Sept. 29 - Oct. 2

By Anna Pogarcic | October 3

Chapel Hill Police blotter for Sept. 29 through Oct. 2

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Students can use SNAP, so why aren't they?

By Mayla Gilliam | October 2

“SNAP can be used to buy groceries at over 246,000 authorized retailers – grocery stores, but also other places that sell food, including discount ...

You can now fill out the FAFSA on your smartphone

By Lyell McMerty | October 2

In an effort to make the process of applying for federal financial aid more accessible, the U.S. Department of Education released a FAFSA mobile app called ...

North Carolina farmers lose $1.1 billion after Florence

By Michael Meeks | October 2

Farmers lost far more in Hurricane Florence than during Hurricane Matthew, despite their preparation.

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Get spooked with the whole family at Lumina Theater's Halloween Movie Series

By Madeline Rael | October 1

Take a walk down spooky memory lane with The Lumina and see classics from "Beetlejuice" to "The Shining" for just $1 each.