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Imagine a world where you can park easily in Chapel Hill. You (might) see it soon

By Nicholas Emken | February 10

The Town of Chapel Hill is attempting to meet the needs of the downtown scene by expanding parking.

Orange and Durham counties have highest housing discrimination complaints per capita

By Julia Masters | February 10

Evidence of discriminatory policies found in Orange and Durham counties by the N.C. Fair Housing Project sets to provide renters with information regarding ...

Local municipalities hope to come together to fund the Orange County Food Council

By Jonny Cook | February 10

The Chapel Hill Town Council passed a memorandum to support the Orange County Food Council, an organization that aims to increase food security throughout ...

An update on the $10 million affordable housing bond Chapel Hill passed in November

By Alice Bennett | February 7

Even though funding for affordable housing in Chapel Hill has increased, access to affordable housing has worsened. Here's an update on how the Town is ...

Making Chapel Hill 'teen-friendly' one step at a time with the Youth Initiative

By Laura Rong | February 7

The Chapel Hill Town Council plans to make Chapel Hill more welcoming to teenagers based on the findings of the Youth Initiative Report. The focus groups ...

How should Orange County start addressing the issue of homelessness?

By Andreamarie Efthymiou | February 7

“Finally Visible: A Panel Discussion on Homelessness in Chapel Hill” marks the start of Orange County's mission to continue addressing the issue of ...

Now that the ArtsCenter is out of The 203 Project, what's next?

By cailey howard | February 7

The ArtsCenter is now regrouping in order to find their new home.

Carrboro project takes first steps to recognize town's history

By Samantha Perry | February 7

“To move forward with a commitment to diversity, inclusion and uplifting of marginalized communities means nothing if built on a whitewashed narrative.” ...

A look from the front lines of the fight for higher teacher pay in CHCCS

By Sophia Wilhelm | February 7

As of 2018, the average teacher salary in the state is about $50,861, but the average salary for teachers in the United States is $60,483, according to ...

Chapel Hill Police Reports: Jan. 31 - Feb. 4

By Daniel Petrucci | February 6

A roundup of police reports from Jan. 31 - Feb. 4.

Chapel Hill looks for residents' input on local art programs

By Jamie Cummings | February 6

A survey released by the Town of Chapel Hill asks about how residents view art and what the town can do to further the impact of art on the community. ...

Glasshalfull "Dine for a Cause" program proceeds top $34,000 in 2018

By Ben Humphries | February 5

This Carrboro restaurant raises money for local organizations every Tuesday and Wednesday night.

Going green and climate change continues to be a priority for Orange County

By Julia Masters | February 5

Orange County is working to address persistent climate change issues through forming a specialized committee to push energy efficient initiatives.

Will this Durham lawsuit stall the plans for the Orange-Durham light rail?

By Brent Van Vliet | February 4

A lawsuit by six Durham residents is challenging a Durham City Council decision to rezone property near a proposed maintenance site for the Orange-Durham ...

Orange County Schools adopts racial equity plan in unanimous vote

By Myah Ward | February 3

On Jan. 28 the Orange County Board of Education approved the county’s first racial equity policy that addresses inequity in the district and plans to ...

Chapel Hill Performance Bicycle may close, but local bike shops keep rolling

By Alice Bennett | February 3

“Support the other local bike shops in the area. Banding together is the best thing that we can do to keep the sport going.”

A new Venezuelan food truck is bringing arepas and tradition to Chapel Hill

By Veronica Correa | February 3

Na'wara de Arepa, a new food truck that serves arepas in Chapel Hill, is owned by two Venezuelans who immigrated to the U.S. However, starting a new business ...

PORCH nonprofit continues to grow in and beyond Chapel Hill

By Sean Leider | February 3

PORCH works to provide food for food-insecure families.

Chapel Hill Chief of Police looks back on changes during his career

By Aislinn Antrim | February 3

“Ultimately, officers take an oath to defend the Constitution, to help people’s voices be heard, even when those chants are directed at us. I am very ...

Flood damage after Hurricane Florence has Chapel Hill rethinking storm preparation

By Sofia Lesnewski | February 1

Residents and storeowners are looking for ways to minimize future flood destruction after Hurricane Florence damaged properties in Chapel Hill.