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UNC men's basketball survives Syracuse's second-half push in 88-82 win

| February 15

Franklin Street

Early morning gunshots fired off Rosemary Street near Country Fried Duck

By Marin Wolf | September 9

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

'It's like the Discovery Channel with beer': Nerd Nite appeals to your inner dweeb

By A.J. OLeary | September 9

Let your inner nerd out. Nerd Nite, a sort of quirky lecture series, is coming to Chapel Hill. And if fresh fun facts and fascinating speakers aren't ...

Perennial Coffee and Pastries barista Anna Kasibhatla creates a new brew: a grapefruit infused spiced maple latte in 2017.

Local business owners discuss competing with popular franchises in Chapel Hill

By Laura Brummett | September 6

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

Campaign for Carolina leaders support Silent Sam relocation

By Hannah Lang | September 5

These eight co-chairs join a growing list of faculty, Chapel Hill businesses and local organizations that have publicly opposed reinstating Silent Sam ...

Chapel Hill's business community says Silent Sam protests are hurting profits

By Michael Taffe | September 2

“Last night we had 12 percent less business,” said Chris Carini, the owner of Linda’s Bar and Grill. “On the previous demonstration, the 25th, ...

Looking for a new pet? Cat Tales Cat Cafe is set to open on Franklin Street this fall

By David Saff | August 31

The owners of the new cafe are hoping to provide a more emotionally-supportive adoption process for both the animals and potential owners.

Med Deli owner shares his optimism for a mended community despite recent protests

By Jessica Hardison | August 27

If you don't love Mediterranean Deli, you've at least heard of it. Characterized by its huge serving plates piled high with colorful, fresh delicacies ...

The Library bar seeks new beginning after controversial membership policy

By Drew Wayland | August 23

Under new management, The Library prepares to welcome back students and the local community after abandoning controversial membership policy.

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

By Michael Meeks | August 21

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 ...

First-Years' Guide to Franklin

By Jessica Abel | August 21

Among all the new places to master this year, let the Franklin Street food scene be one of them. When you’re sick of meal swipes and run out of ...

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

By Laura Brummett | August 21

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

This new food hall is bringing variety to Franklin

June 12

Chapel Hill's new public market is a mixture of vegan, organic and locally-sourced food and cuisines.

The Town of Chapel Hill's parking lots are transitioning to a pre-paid system.

Pucker up and pay up front: Chapel Hill is changing downtown parking payments

By Liza Zhytkova | May 29

Goodbye time tickets, hello prepay: the Town of Chapel Hill's Lots to Love campaign is gearing up to try and transform parking downtown and your attitude ...

Food Review: Trolly Stop's new "Impossible Burger" might be too real

By Laura Brummett | April 25

Located right on Franklin Street, Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a typical college campus burger and hot dog joint. Staff writer Laura Brummett visited to try ...

Chapel Hill celebrates diversity with Near and Far Festival

By Drew Wayland | April 8

“I’m really impressed by how big this ended up being," first-year Will Smith said. "I’ll definitely come back if they end up doing this again.” ...

Target, Harris Teeter, Trader Joe's: who has the cheapest groceries in Chapel Hill?

By Stephanie Piefke | April 5

City desk writer Stephanie Piefke went to three of the main grocery stores this Thursday and compared the prices of several items to distinguish which ...

Chapel Hill honors and celebrates culture in Sunday's international festival

By Kari Larsen | April 5

International flags line Franklin Street in preparation for the upcoming Near and Far Festival in Chapel Hill this weekend, which will honor and celebrate ...

Porthole Alley contains the "Parade of Humanity" mural, painted in 1997 by Chapel Hill native Michael Brown.

Looking for a short cut? Porthole Alley reopens to pedestrians

By Laura Brummett | April 4

Porthole Alley reopened on March 29 after undergoing a renovation project aiming to improve safety and appearance. The alley is best known for Michael ...

Franklin Street protestors want to change your mind about circumcision

By Molly Horak | April 4

"We were injured and we're not happy about it," said Bloodstained Men and their Friends spokesperson Harry Guiremand. A group of protestors donning cowboy ...

Chapel Hill staple Spanky's closes after 40 years on Franklin Street

By Molly Horak | April 1

Generations of Spanky’s patrons reminisce on the restaurant's memorable imprint on Chapel Hill culture as it closed its doors for the last time. ...