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Israeli reservists come to UNC to share their story with students

By Casey Quam | October 15

Two Israeli reservists spoke at UNC about their experiences in the Israeli Defense Forces.

The fate of this downtown Chapel Hill sculpture is in the hands of the public

By Claire Willmschen | October 15

The Chapel Hill Town Council is asking for the public's opinion on the future of 140 West plaza and the sculpture that's been there since 2013.

NC coffee vendor blends quality, sustainability and education

By Mattias Miller | October 14

Counter Culture Coffee aims to impact both the local community and the American public, while producing quality coffee from environmentally conscious ...

Students and local residents participate in early voting at Chapel of the Cross today.

Could the midterms end the Republican veto-proof majority in the General Assembly?

By Henry Haney | October 14

Republicans have had power in both houses, making it hard for Democrats to move forward on environmental, education and voting policy. Rob Schofield, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Florence relief efforts expand to legislation as Cooper extends voter registration

By Jamey Cross | October 10

Here's what you need to know about the new legislation signed into law post-Florence.

'It was my civic duty': N.C. State professor reflects on his Kavanaugh testimony

By Anna Pogarcic | October 10

According to the N.C. State professor who spoke out about Judge Brett Kavanaugh's drinking habits, he wasn't out to prevent his peer's confirmation, but ...

Mosquitoes swarm NC post Hurricane Florence

By Michael Meeks | October 10

Flooding, structural damage and road closures weren't the only effects brought by Florence. Mosquito populations surged in certain parts of the state. ...

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.

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Robeson County activists challenge Atlantic Coast Pipeline

By Henry Haney | October 8

“It’s not natural, it’s not green, it’s not clean and it certainly won’t be cheap. It is the last gasp and grasp of the entire fossil fuel industry.” ...

History center aims to teach whole history of Civil War South

By Mayla Gilliam | October 8

“I think the Silent Sam controversy is a perfect example of how we are still struggling with the legacy of the Civil War, and trying to learn its lessons,” ...

Word on the Street: Are you voting in the midterms?

By Lyell McMerty | October 8

With the 2018 midterm elections fast approaching, many UNC students are eager to exercise their right to vote. Others aren't. Staff writer Lyell McMerty ...

UNC faculty members receive state's highest civilian award

By Elizabeth Moore | October 7

Two UNC faculty will receive the highest civilian honor in North Carolina for their significant contributions to the state.

Rev. Barber, former N.C. NAACP leader, wins Genius Grant

By Andreamarie Efthymiou | October 7

"It is a deep and profound honor and overwhelming surprise to receive this award," Rev. William Barber said.

N.C. receives $2 million grant for testing and tracking of sexual assault kits

By Julia Masters | October 7

A federal grant of $2 million has been given to the state of North Carolina for the testing and tracking of sexual assault kits. At the end of 2017, there ...