CITY & COUNTY
Confederate group in Silent Sam deal accused of violating tax and campaign finance laws
The North Carolina Division Sons of Confederate Veterans Inc. has for years been violating federal tax laws, operating a political action committee in violation of its tax-exempt status and facilitating political donations through illegal means, according to numerous individual first-hand accounts, a slew of internal communications provided to The Daily Tar Heel and multiple expert legal opinions. The Confederate group, classified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in North Carolina, brought in $2.6 million of UNC System money last November through controversial dealings with Board of Governors members.
North Carolina might have a new congressional seat after 2020 census
The lack of census data on military personal overseas may result in the addition of a congressional district in North Carolina.
Community organizations call for more action in the face of climate change
Residents and community organizations urge Chapel Hill to address issues involving climate change and ways to mitigate human contributions to climate change.
All on-campus students to vote in one "super precinct" in 2020 elections
Looking to increase voter participation, the Orange County Board of Elections has created a new UNC precinct, amalgamating several low-turnout precincts to alleviate confusion among on-campus voters.
Chapel Hill Town Council member Rachel Schaevitz resigns
In a press release, Chapel Hill Town Council member Rachel Schaevitz said she'll be leaving the council in February to move to New Zealand.
You won't need a photo ID to vote in the March primary. Here's why.
As the 2020 election season draws closer, debates over voter ID are rattling the N.C. Legislature.
Orange County Living Wage nonprofit recalculates livable wage for 2020
Although it's illegal for cities in N.C. to raise the mandated minimum wage from $7.25 an hour, an Orange County initiative is trying to convince local businesses to voluntarily pay their employees a living wage.
'We’re fixing fishes, we need to fix the lake': Community speaks on CHCCS gaps
The achievement gap between white, Black and Hispanic students in CHCCS schools has persisted for a long time — the disparities between students can be found in various areas, including AP course enrollment and suspensions.
Here's your guide for navigating North Carolina's March primary elections
It’s primary season once again, and the presidential race isn’t the only high-stakes election to watch this year. This year North Carolina voters will also elect a governor, Council of State, U.S. Senator, U.S. congressional representatives, judges and new General Assembly members.
Meet the new members of the Chapel Hill and Carrboro town councils
Carrboro and Chapel Hill Town Councils have three new members, one of which is a current UNC student, who all seek positive change in the area.
Chapel Hill staple, Al’s Burger Shack, files for bankruptcy
Al's Burger Shack, a beloved burger chain in Chapel Hill, has filed for bankruptcy. However, the restaurant's legal counsel, JP Cournoyer, says that the business does not plan to close, but instead will reorganize.
Climbing migration rates in Chapel Hill bring increased community building efforts
The Hispanic and Asian populations grew one percent and 10 percent in Chapel Hill, respectively. The increase brings with it new efforts by the Town of Chapel Hill to help immigrants to feel more involved in the local community.
Notable successes and closures for Franklin Street restaurants in the past decade
The constant change in the Franklin Street restaurant scene is exciting to some and disappointing to others. While some students have found new comfort in the new establishments, others remember what used to be with somber memories.
Sons of Confederate Veterans members oppose $2.5 million Silent Sam reward
Multiple current member of the North Carolina Division Sons of Confederate Veterans Inc. spoke to The Daily Tar Heel in the aftermath of the Confederate group's secretive settlement with the UNC System, which accrued it ownership of Silent Sam and $2.5 million in UNC System money. The members expressed desires to squash the deal and give the money back. They alleged financial impropriety and extortion among SCV leadership, referenced intermingling with gangs and hate groups, and described threats and slurs that have been issued toward members who raise questions.
Great Recession to presidential elections: three town leaders reflect on past decade
Mark Kleinschmidt, Nancy Oates and Hongbin Gu recollect on their time as town leaders as the political landscape of Chapel Hill changes.
How partisanship has changed North Carolina's budget process in the last decade
In the past decade, tax cuts and education have been the main issues affecting budget proposals for the state.
Boro Beverages creates kombucha to raise money for local migrant families
"We will see results right away because its going to stay small and all the money is going to people right here in Carrboro and Chapel Hill.”
Bars became a safe place during a decade of change for the N.C. LGBTQ+ community
Bars, like the Pinhook in Durham, have been safe places to discuss and share for the LGBTQ+ community.
How the Republican takeover of the General Assembly changed the UNC System
The General Assembly turned majority-Republican in 2010, and with it the Board of Governors experienced a significant turnover in membership.
