Weather
Chapel Hill Looks to Boost Flood Resilience as Storms Intensify
New guide from Duke University offers roadmap for small cities to prepare for rising flood risks
North Carolina Farmers Brace for Potential Drought Impacts
Local growers prepare infrastructure and conservation efforts as severe drought warning issued for Orange County and 31 other counties
Tens of Thousands Remain Without Power as Southeast Braces for Winter Storm
Subfreezing temperatures and heavy snowfall expected to hit Carolinas, Virginia, and Northeast Georgia this weekend.
Lifestyle
UNC Sparks Debate with New Civic Thought Program
School of Civic Life and Leadership faces skepticism from some professors and students
Meantime Coffee Co. Hosts Annual Open Mic Night
UNC students share original writing and performances at the community-focused event.
Luxury Condo in Downtown Chapel Hill on the Market
Two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath unit offers modern elegance and walkable convenience.
Health
Is 'Brain Rot' Real? How Too Much Time Online Can Affect Your Mind
Research suggests that excessive scrolling on social media may impact cognition and mental health
Measles Outbreak Spreads Across North Carolina
22 cases reported, mostly in unvaccinated children
Eating Disorders and Hoarding Behaviors Linked in New Study
Researchers find hoarding symptoms common across eating disorder spectrum, complicating treatment.
Business
SEN Design Group Abruptly Ceases Operations
Nationwide network of independent kitchen and bath design firms and associated vendor brands shuts down after nearly 30 years
Toll Brothers Announces Chapel Oaks Model Home Grand Opening in Chapel Hill
The luxury home builder's newest community in the Raleigh area will showcase its Kendrick model home this weekend.
Charlottesville Chamber Partners with Business Consultant for Chapel Hill Exchange
Tapestry LLC's David Newsome outlines new strategic planning initiative with local chamber.
Politics
Chapel Hill Town Council Reviews 2025 Audit, LUMO Rewrite
The council discussed excess general funds, a timeline for rewriting the Land Use Management Ordinance, and a new town manager evaluation form.
Decades of U.S. Meddling in Iran Continues to Haunt
Historian examines how U.S. overthrow of democratically elected Iranian leader in 1953 led to lasting tensions
UNC Student Body President Candidates Debate Tuition, Campus Issues
DiPhi endorses Nayan Bala after forum with three certified candidates
