Here's why three CHCCS board members are under fire for ethical violations
CHCCS parents are requesting three members from the county's Board of Education be recalled over violations like sending out non-public information.
CITY & COUNTY
The light rail debacle chugs over to UNC
Carolina Urbanists held a meeting on Wednesday with GoTriangle speakers to discuss local transit plans and the Orange-Durham light rail project.
New CHCCS PTA council president puts students and staff first
Langston has dedicated her life to the public health and education sector. Working in Honduras to increase access to public education shortly after graduation, allowed her to understand the possibilities education can provide students, and she continues to be an advocate for students in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.
Column: Through a townie's lens
I bet The Daily Tar Heel doesn’t get many love letters — so let’s just call this a birthday salute from an old alum.
Duke changed its mind on the Durham-Orange Light Rail, throwing the project off track
After more than $130 million in Orange-Durham tax dollars was spent designing a new light rail transit system, Duke University informed GoTriangle that it will not permit construction on Erwin Road.
New Mediterranean restaurant is replacing Tama Cafe on Franklin Street
The food, people and music are what the new Mediterranean restaurant coming to Franklin Street is all about.
How the Chapel Hill Nine are being remembered nearly 60 years after their sit-in
The former location of the Colonial Drug Store, where the Chapel Hill Nine sit-in took place, has been dedicated for a permanent historical marker.
The new Wegmans in Chapel Hill has hit a speed bump of sorts
Wegmans' special use permit included a stipulation that detailed what must be done to address the potential for increased traffic on nearby residential streets.
Chapel Hill's Town Manager tells us about leaving Charlottesville & recent protests
Maurice Jones was appointed as Chapel Hill's newest town manager in July 2017 and began in August. Prior to joining the Town of Chapel Hill staff, he was the town manager of Charlottesville, Va., notably during the protests of August 2017. The Daily Tar Heel sat down with him on Monday for the first time to talk to him about his transition and goals for the town.
Remembering the civil rights movement in Chapel Hill
Take a look back at the civil rights history of UNC and where the legacy that continues today came from.
Rep. Price's committee secured federal funding for research, public housing and more
In the wake of a Feb. 15 deadline to pass a new funding bill, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee created seven appropriations bills.
![Carrboro Environmental Planner Randy Dodd plants a sapling in a [water catchment bed] designed to filter runoff entering the Bolin Creek on April 9. Officials from Carrboro and Chapel Hill dedicated April 9, 2011 as "Bolin Creek Day" in recognition of completing the first restoration project for the creek.](https://snworksceo.imgix.net/dth/47aee7f9-db8d-4b3d-aafa-de635995c800.sized-1000x1000.jpg?w=800)
Chapel Hill residents give input for budget development process
The annual budget for the Town of Chapel Hill is a year-round process, with much input being given to achieve a balanced and fair budget for the next fiscal year.
Author John Grisham to interview UNC professor Gene Nichol at charity event
Gene Nichols hopes that his interview with the renowned author will help increase awareness of serious issues in North Carolina, such as poverty and literacy rates.
Here's what's in the works for new public art projects in Chapel Hill
Current public art projects are being integrated into the Chapel Hill community with help from the Percent for Public Art Program.
Column: Dismantling white supremacy in North Carolina
"The catalyst for desired change has always been the people, and we will continue to chip away at the foundation of white supremacy until its pillars collapse into a pile of rubble."
Not everyone was happy with OWASA's improvement report, despite a community focus
OWASA's main system improvement for the upcoming year is a new water main assessment and prioritization model.
Community frustrated with UNC's renewal of its coal plant over sustainable alternatives
UNC is seeking a five-year renewal for their Cogen plant permit. The University claims the plant is necessary to keep up with energy needs, but many people are concerned about its health risks and greenhouse gas emissions since it runs on fossil fuels.
Meet Fred Joiner, Carrboro's new Poet Laureate
As the new Poet Laureate, Fred Joiner wants to hold poetry salons in cafes to support local businesses so that business owners can also participate in the creative process.
Senior housing project on Homestead Road has been in the works for years
The project will be a 190 unit retirement apartment development on just under 16 acres of area.
Chapel Hill Police Reports: Feb. 16 - Feb. 19
Your update on the Chapel Hill crime logs.
