Lifestyle
Billions Observe Fasting Rituals During Lent and Ramadan
The spiritual and physical practice of abstaining from food or drink has deep meaning for many faiths.
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.
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.
Politics
Valerie Foushee Visits UNC Campus Ahead of 2026 Democratic Primary
Foushee, running to keep her congressional seat, faces questions from students on ICE, campaign donations, and more.
North Carolina Senate Race Pits Former Governor Against Trump Ally
Democrats hope Roy Cooper's name recognition can overcome Michael Whatley's Trump endorsement in the battleground state.
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.
Sports
Virginia Tech Suffers Four One-Score Losses in ACC Play
Hokies' NCAA Tournament hopes diminished by close defeats
ESPN Ranks ACC Basketball Teams for Week 17
Duke and Virginia lead the way as conference tournament approaches
Seth Trimble's Carolina Journey Enters Home Stretch
The UNC basketball player has remained loyal to the program despite the changing landscape of college sports.
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.
