Orange County families brace Florence at Smith Middle School

“They said millions of people have had to go somewhere, and I said, 'Where the hell are we going?'”

UNC students continue to work on Franklin St. despite threats from Florence

As Hurricane Florence closes in on the Triangle, Chapel Hill businesses decide on whether or not to make student employees work.

Thousands of outages across Orange and Wake counties as Florence approaches

Duke Energy is sending crews when possible to assess damage, but full repairs are unlikely during the hurricane as the company awaits full storm impacts.  ...

'It's going to hurt:' Chapel Hill's homeless population braces for Florence

For the homeless in and around Chapel Hill, Hurricane Florence exacerbates everyday challanges, making transportation, shelter and food even more pressing ...

If you live in one of these Chapel Hill neighborhoods, be aware of possible flooding

With many areas of Chapel Hill prone to flooding, Ran Northam, community safety communication specialist, gave some traveling tips. 

Undaunted by Florence, some mobile home residents choose not to evacuate

With Hurricane Florence expected to make landfall on the Carolinas Friday, many Chapel Hill residents, including students, have evacuated. Remembering ...

These groups are helping refugees in Chapel Hill/Carrboro prep for Florence

As Hurricane Florence makes landfall on the North Carolina coast, the over 400 refugees residing in Chapel Hill and Carrboro are working to make up for ...

'Somebody is going to die': Community weighs in on police conduct at protests

The Community Policing Advisory Committee heard several speakers who denounced police officers for escorting groups supporting the monument into campus, ...

Looking back on Matthew in preparation for Florence

During Hurricane Matthew, 28 people in North Carolina died as a result of the storm. At least 17 of those deaths were in vehicles that were swept away ...

Thinking about driving in the storm? The Town wants you to think twice.

The Town of Chapel Hill is monitoring storm conditions and plans to stay in touch with residents about road safety.

Updated: Buses, groceries and more — what's open now?

The latest information on evacuations, shelters, grocery stores, transportation and canceled events ahead of Hurricane Florence. 

Town of Chapel Hill honors first responders, past and present, on Sept. 11

On Tuesday morning, local first responders gathered at Chapel Hill Fire Station to honor the bravery of those whose lives were lost on Sept. 11, and looked ...

Orange County approves funding to expand broadband service in underserved regions

Orange County Board of Commissioners approves funding to expand internet access for rural residents.

Fayetteville issues mandatory evacuations amid flooding risk

Town, state and national officials weigh in and offer guidance for the upcoming Hurricane Florence. Gov. Roy Cooper issued a state of emergency and requested ...

Early morning gunshots fired off Rosemary Street near Country Fried Duck

Chapel Hill police responded to reports of multiple gunshots fired near Country Fried Duck on Sunday. 

After 6 years, Hedgepeth murder investigation continues

Local business owners discuss competing with popular franchises in Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill locals prefer local businesses, but it's not easy to start one.

Orange County reaffirms $149.5 million commitment to light rail project

Despite difficulty securing funding, the Orange County Board of Commissioners declared the Durham-Orange Light Rail project a go. 

Carrboro barber shop tries to move on after destruction of property

The Midway Barber Shop, one of Carrboro's oldest black-owned businesses, recently celebrated it's 70th birthday.