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
Daily Forecast for Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Expect periods of rain and thunderstorms throughout the week
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
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
Young Americans Deserve Real History, Not Political Indoctrination
Former Wisconsin governor Scott Walker argues that students should be exposed to objective American history, not just the negatives about the Founders.
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.
Science
Climate Change Threatens Drinking Water Access Across US
Study finds 67 million Americans served by water utilities at high risk from climate hazards
Climate Change Threatens Drinking Water Access Across US
Study finds 67 million Americans served by vulnerable water utilities
Yeast in Gut Shows Promise for Targeted Drug Delivery
New study identifies key genes and metabolic processes that could enable more efficient probiotic-based drug delivery
