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04/22/2024

The Chapel Hill Public Library becomes a national award finalist

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Chapel Hill Public Library is the only North Carolina institution and 1 of 30 finalists for a national award that would get them a celebration at the White House. “Oh, the librarians always have very … Read more

04/22/2024

Board of Governors to vote on DEI changes following committee approval as students criticize Chancellor Search Committee’s engagement with students

The Board Of Governors will vote on whether to repeal current Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies throughout the University of North Carolina System next month, after the University Governance committee approved the policy last Wednesday. The new policy outlines a … Read more

04/09/2024

How VR and ChatGPT can help slow Dementia

RALEIGH, N.C. – Evon Coley says although it’s a bit confusing, a new digital literacy program for senior citizens has made it easier for her to pick up ChatGPT and virtual reality. “No, I like it. This is okay too,” … Read more

04/09/2024

Chapel Hill Fire Department introduces two new trucks

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Chapel Hill Fire Department welcomed two new trucks to its fleet. These Carolina blue trucks will allow the fire department to have six engines and two ladder trucks in 2024. They are expected to have … Read more

04/09/2024

Orange County Courts warn of system outages, delays ahead of eCourts transition

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Orange County Clerk of Superior Court Mark Kleinschmidt is advising residents to plan ahead as local courts prepare to move files online. The updates are part of North Carolina’s new eCourts system. The program launches in … Read more

04/09/2024

UNC-Chapel Hill Police searching for suspects accused of vandalizing Old Well

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – UNC-Chapel Hill Police are looking for two suspects accused of causing over $2500 in damage to the Old Well. The suspects are accused of pushing the Well’s fountain over early on the morning of Sunday, March … Read more

04/09/2024

Suspects identified in shooting at NCCU residential hall

DURHAM, N.C. – A student was shot last week at North Carolina Central University. Police have now identified the suspects. The police have not released any identifying information about the victim or suspects. According to NCCU police, officers received a … Read more

03/27/2024

Online sports betting, scams and addiction

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – As events like March Madness bring heavy online traffic to sports betting websites, experts urge caution to avoid the pitfalls of scams and addiction. UNC Senior Josh Dutton started betting on his favorite teams, like UNC … Read more

03/25/2024

Live from Chapel Hill: Carolina Week sits down with SNL Senior Writer and UNC grad Bryan Tucker

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Bryan Tucker, Hussman Class of ’93, is a 16-time Emmy nominee who has written at SNL since 2005. His sketch “Black Jeopardy” was praised by The New York Times for being “[not] just the best sketch of … Read more

03/20/2024

In close NC House primary race, trailing incumbent calls for recount; files election protests

Incumbent Democratic Rep. Michael Wray has called for recounts in three counties. He also filed election protests in each county, which have since been dismissed. RALEIGH, N.C.- Longtime Democratic Rep. Michael Wray has called for a recount in the NC … Read more

03/05/2024

Chapel Thrill, a completely student-led organization, just opened a new escape room on Franklin Street

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Right next to Cosmic Cantina, Chapel Thrill’s new escape room just opened up on Franklin Street. Chapel Thrills is a completely student-run organization that plans and builds escape rooms on campus. Sameera Poddutoori, their Build Team … Read more

03/05/2024

UNC Police investigating a report of a sexual assault on campus

CHAPEL HILL, N.C.- UNC Police are now investigating the report of a sexual assault on campus. Through documents we’ve obtained here’s what we’ve learned. We know that it was reported to have happened at Kenan Music Building on Sunday, Feb. … Read more

03/05/2024

Court documents unveil details of deadly car crash involving UNC Student

Mair Famet contributed reporting CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Recent court documents show new information regarding the deadly car crash that resulted in the death of UNC student Molly Rotunda, 20, last month. According to a search warrant, UNC student Flemeeja … Read more

03/05/2024

UNC System President Peter Hans on the search for UNC’s next chancellor

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – “I’ve been getting a lot of calls from across the country people who want to come here,” said Peter Hans, UNC System President. Hans is getting a lot of calls because on this campus, the search … Read more

03/05/2024

The Tarpeggios, one of UNC’s premiere a ca****la groups, champions once again

Photo courtesy Tarpeggios CHAPEL HILL, N.C.- Pitch Perfect? More like perfect pitch. Quarterfinal champions, the Tarpeggios sung their way to victory. UNC’s premiere a ca****la group delivered a stellar performance that brought home a win at the International Championship of Collegiate … Read mo...

03/05/2024

Updates to AI access at UNC

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Students now have access to new generative AI software. UNC Information Technology Services provided students with an update on AI policies in an email sent out at the end of February. The email said that students … Read more

03/01/2024

Investigation continues, UNC student will go to trial for deadly crash charges

Mair Famet contributed reporting CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – After posting a $75,000 bond, a UNC student made her first appearance in superior court at the Orange County Courthouse in Hillsborough in response to her criminal charges regarding a single-vehicle crash … Read more

03/01/2024

Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation begins designing an inclusive park

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – On Feb. 15, Kevin Robinson, senior manager of park operations, and his team held a second town meeting on the new inclusive playground set to be built in Spring 2025. This park is expected to feature … Read more

03/01/2024

Early voting is upon us; here is what we know leading up to Super Tuesday

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – It’s officially early voting season for the primary election. According to the North Carolina State Board of Elections, 113, 066 ballots were cast in the state in the first week. The turnout percentage is about one … Read more

03/01/2024

Meet Barbara Foushee, Carrboro’s newest mayor

CARRBORO, N.C. – Carrboro welcomed Barbara Foushee as the town’s new mayor on December 5th, 2023. Though it is her first time in the mayoral seat, Foushee says she has always had a passion public service. “I have been a … Read more

03/01/2024

Durham City Council passes ceasefire resolution

DURHAM, N.C. – The Durham City Council passed a resolution to urge the Biden Administration to call for a ceasefire in Gaza and end U. S. military aid to Israel at their February 19th meeting. The resolution was introduced by … Read more

03/01/2024

New Student Body President’s plans for office

Photo Caption: Courtesy Jaleah Taylor CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – UNC now has a new student body president. She’s got a lot planned for what she’ll do in office. Jaleah Taylor is the new Student Body President-Elect and her first goal … Read more

02/17/2024

Early voting comes to North Carolina

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Orange County Board of Elections has spent the past week setting up early voting sites. Equipment was dropped off Feb. 12 and will be finished setting up the day before early voting starts. The Board … Read more

02/17/2024

What are the real responsibilities of student government?

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – With student elections for this year in the books, the new office will have to take on the work left by their previous administration. Student Body Vice President Rebecca Sengal said UNC Student Government has a … Read more

02/17/2024

Scientists say the oldest asteroid explosion may be over 2.5 million-years-old

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – New evidence suggests that an asteroid could have exploded over Antarctica around 2.5 million years ago. The data comes from a chemical analysis performed on over 100 microscopic rock pieces, which were about the same size … Read more

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CAROLINA WEEK | APRIL 26, 2023

Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks to the "woke left" on campus tonight. In the wake of more campus controversy, students have mixed feelings. Plus, new transgender bans are up for debate. What do North Carolinian's think?

CAROLINA WEEK | APRIL 19, 2023

What's the reason for the delay between an Alert Carolina and the crime itself? We spoke with UNC's Police Chief to learn what goes on before your phone dings. Rapper Yung Nudy headlines this year's Jubilee, everything you need to know for the upcoming event. It's Senior Week! We are live at the Bell Tower where the Class of 2023 is making their celebratory climb.

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CAROLINA WEEK | APRIL 5, 2023

CAROLINA WEEK | APRIL 5, 2023 What exactly does Alert Carolina notify you about, anyway? We break down what crime warnings students want. A party switch in the North Carolina House leaves Republicans with a supermajority. What this means for state politics. Get your umbrella out! Our student meteorologist Cory Kowitz tells us all about the upcoming April showers.