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Lawsuit could change solitary confinement practices in the state

By Brittany McGee | October 23

The plaintiffs are seeking to represent all current and future people held in DPS custody, and they are suing for declaratory and injunctive relief. If ...

'One vote does matter': Your local guide to early voting in Orange County

By Guillermo Molero | October 23

Orange County’s four polling stations are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, closing an hour early on Halloween. The stations are also open this ...

Town and University team up to commemorate anniversary of slaves arriving in the US

By Rebecca Fiely | October 22

In 1619, the first ship carrying enslaved Africans was brought to the U.S. UNC and the surrounding communities are commemorating this anniversary by hosting ...

All Up In Your Business: Chicken, cider and Franklin Street closings

By Jamey Cross | October 22

The new season sees the closing of different long-time businesses on Franklin Street and makes way for a chicken and waffles restaurant and new canned ...

Hundreds of mourners came to the Three Winners vigil to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Chapel Hill shootings.

SCOTUS to rule on workplace LGBTQ+ discrimination, but where does North Carolina stand?

By Brent Van Vliet | October 22

As the Supreme Court decides whether federal law prohibits discrimination by employers based on sexual orientation or gender identity, this issue ...

The rescinding of disability guidelines could affect UNC student users of accessibility services.

How the HOPE community is building an inclusive space for disabled people

By Jackson Davis | October 21

HOPE started when a few moms of children with mental disabilities noticed not only the lack of opportunity for their children, but the lack of funding ...

Meet the new superintendent of Orange County Schools

By Elizabeth Egan | October 21

The Orange County Board of Education has appointed a new permanent superintendent after interviewing and considering over 30 candidates.

Photo courtesy of Tenille Fox,  spokesperson for Orange County Animal Services.

57 malnourished dogs and puppies rescued in Orange County animal cruelty case

By Audrey Selley | October 21

Anonymous tips led to the shutdown of an operation involving animal cruelty in Orange County.

Clashing demonstrations continue over Pittsboro Confederate monument

By Elizabeth Moore | October 21

The Pittsboro protest at Horton Middle School became heated as pro-Confederate and anti-Confederate groups clashed from across a street.

Hillsborough seeks commissioner to replace mayoral candidate Jenn Weaver

By Taylor Heeden | October 20

Hillsborough commissioner Jenn Weaver is running unopposed for mayor, so the Board of Commissioners is seeking candidates to apply for her seat by Nov. ...

Crime is up in Carrboro. Here's how you can stay safe.

By Kayleigh Carpenter | October 20

The University's annual Security and Fire Safety report revealed that there has been a spike in certain crimes across Carrboro over the past 3 years. ...

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Column: Addressing campus sexual assault

October 20

Graig Meyer, the state representative for House District 50 covering portions of Orange and Durham counties, discusses campus sexual assault.

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.