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Even in the snow, the Red Cross trucks in Durham are ready and waiting. Around the state, North Carolina blood banks are currently facing new shortages.

NC hospitals face severe blood shortage, call for donors

By Ian Walniuk | 9:43pm

Hospitals across North Carolina are facing a severe shortage of blood donors, primarily due to COVID-19 related issues.
"... To have a substantial shortage for such a long period of time is really unprecedented,” Dr. Lisa Pickett, chief medical officer at Duke University Hospital, said.
Despite the severe shortage of blood donors, many gay and bisexual men are currently unable to donate blood because of longstanding federal restrictions.

Chapel Hill Police vehicles standby at the Chapel Hill Police Department on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020. The Chapel Hill Police Department has increased their patrols in and around UNC's campus in response to the sexual assault in the Shortbread Lofts parking deck on Sept. 13, 2019.

Armed robbery reported near the intersection of Cameron Ave and Pittsboro St

By Allie Kelly | Jan. 22

BOG discusses five-year strategic plan, budget and online education program

By Jade Neptune | 9:54pm

'That little bit can be a lifeline': Local businesses receive ReVive Recovery Grants

By Ethan Horton | 9:44pm

Redshirt-sophomore guard Anthony Harris (0) passes the ball to a teammate at the exhibition game against Elizabeth City State on Nov. 5, 2021, at the Dean Smith Center. UNC won 83-55.

UNC men's basketball guard Anthony Harris unavailable for rest of 2021-22 season

By PJ Morales | Jan. 21

Harris missed the team's last two games against Georgia Tech and Miami, where he was listed as unavailable on both occasions. Though no reason was given by the team for his absense, Harris will continue to participate in team practices and activities.

People walk through snowy North Campus on a Wednesday night in 2018.

UNC to move to Condition 1 Friday evening

By Allie Kelly | Jan. 20

The University will move to Condition 2 at 11 p.m. Thursday until 5 p.m. Friday due to forecasted winter weather, according to an Alert Carolina notification.

A Chapel Hill Transit bus driver buckles in their seat belt on Wednesday Sept. 15, 2021.

Chapel Hill Transit to delay start time on Friday

By Lauren McCarthy | Jan. 20

Chapel Hill Transit will delay services until 10 a.m on Friday due to hazardous road conditions.

DTH Photo Illustration. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office are warning the public about a phone scam targeting registered sex offenders.

Phone scam targeting registered sex offenders with fake warnings in Orange County

By Ian Walniuk | Nov. 29

A phone scam in Orange County has been targeting registered sex offenders, prompting the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to warn the community about the risks of these calls.

Senior forward Leaky Black (1) dribbles the ball at the game against Appalachian State on Dec 21, 2021 at the Dean E. Smith Center. UNC won 70-50.

UNC men's basketball looking to bounce back in upcoming game at Wake Forest

By Rithvik Chelasani | Jan. 20

On Saturday night, the Tar Heels will look to regain their form against in-state ACC rival Wake Forest and maintain a level of consistency that has escaped the team all season.

A group of people run in the snow on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022.

CHCCS moves remote Friday, OCS closes ahead of winter storm

By Susie Webb | Jan. 20

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools will have a remote, virtual learning day for all students on Friday due to anticipated winter storm weather.

UNC redshirt first-year Marisol Nugent is the first women's wrestler on a D1 roster. Photo courtesy of UNC Athletic Communications/Jeffrey A. Camarati.

'A lot was missing': Marisol Nugent hopes to bring attention to women's wrestling

By Ike Bryant | Jan. 20

North Carolina redshirt first-year Marisol Nugent is the first woman ever listed on an ACC varsity wrestling roster. Nugent, who has wrestled from a young age, transferred from Lehigh University and has high aspirations for herself and her sport. “I want to be a world champion,” she said.

The C.D. Spangler Jr. Building, one of the buildings that houses administrative offices for the UNC System, as photographed on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021.

UNC BOG finance committee proposes performance-weighted budget model

By Emily Shih | Jan. 20

The UNC Board of Governors Committee on Budget and Finance proposed a performance-weighted funding model Wednesday. The model would eliminate tuition as a factor in state funding allocations for UNC-System institutions.

Elizabeth Stone's "I REMEMBER" project features donated photographic materials, sewn together to create large scale tapestries. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Stone.

Artist uses community-donated film to create 3D project that emphasizes togetherness

By Adaliene Andsager | Jan. 20

The "I REMEMBER" project involves donated film from local community members that Montana artist Elizabeth Stone and community members sewed together to create a 3D work of art.

Elizabeth Egan is the Audience Engagement Editor for the spring 2022 semester.

Office DJ: Songs to hold onto

By Elizabeth Egan | Jan. 20

"What brings me the most comfort amid the fast pace of life is music. I have always heavily associated songs with specific moments and people in my life, and when I listen to them again I am reminded that no matter how much time has passed, I will still carry those memories with me."

Trish Harris is UNC's new senior director of education, operations and initiatives for the University Office for Diversity and Inclusion . Photo courtesy of Trish Harris.

Patricia Harris named UNC's senior director of education, operations and initiatives

By Aisha Baiocchi | Jan. 18

On Jan. 24, Patricia "Trish" Harris will become the University Office of Diversity and Inclusion's new senior director of Education, Operations and Initiatives. “I look forward to helping to shape what’s next,” Harris said. “And to lending my skills and knowledge to the D&I strategy to this important work of maintaining a climate of transparency, inclusive excellence, equity and diversity across all aspects of our campus.”

The Board of Governors' Nov. 9, 2018 meeting included remarks from Margaret Spellings on her announcement to resign as UNC-system president, a public comment session on Silent Sam and a grant supporting adult students.

Editorial: Breaking down the Board of Governors

By Editorial Board | 9:59pm

"There is a disconnect between students and leaders. The power structure and appointment of leaders in the UNC School System are two important factors in understanding this disconnect."

Sophomore guard Leaky Black (1) dribbles during the first-round game of the ACC tournament against Virginia Tech in the Greensboro Coliseum Complex on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. UNC beat Virginia Tech 78-56.

Preview: UNC men's basketball will look to build off home crowd against Virginia Tech

By Noah Monroe | 9:48pm

On Monday, North Carolina will look to pick up the steam again against a Virginia Tech team that has had some problems of its own this season, both in and out of conference.

Alvin Howard is the CEO of Good Stewart Apparel, and is pictured with his products on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2022.

Durham entrepreneur Alvin Howard fights cruelty, shame with Good Steward Apparel

By Samuel Long | 9:48pm

Al Howard said the clothes his business sells are about stewardship, which he defined as "the rent we pay to take up space in this world.” “Growing up, I always noticed how clothing was a great way of expressing who you are,” the Durham entrepreneur said. “I remember going through donated clothes at a shelter trying to find something that would make me feel a little bit better about my situation.”