"As college-age students, we don't really take it that seriously until it actually happens to somebody or something tragic happens from drinking. It's going to happen regardless of what they do."
26 people have been arrested since Silent Sam was toppled on Aug. 20.
A car crash on Fordham Boulevard near Eastowne Drive left only one lane open in each direction Friday morning, according to the Town of Chapel Hill.
Chapel Hill Police blotter for Sept. 29 through Oct. 2
UNC and NCSU students were warned against sharing personal information or granting unknown people access to residence halls following the incident on Tuesday.
The University recently outlined how a drug conviction affects federal financial aid eligibility.
Though state and federal aid will be available to North Carolina after the hurricane, we compiled some of the best organizations to donate to if you want to help.
On Friday, WRAL released texts and emails exchanged between UNC faculty and administration before and shortly after Confederate monument Silent Sam fell. In the messages, faculty and administration discussed what was happening at the protest, expressed shock when it was pulled down and coordinated media strategy. They also discussed their messaging in reaction to the demonstration, with some saying that they should be clear in expressing how wrong it was. In the aftermath, messages were also exchanged about student government, and their subsequent response to monument's toppling.
The Community Policing Advisory Committee heard several speakers who denounced police officers for escorting groups supporting the monument into campus, protecting them with impromptu bicycle barricades and providing a “safe space” inside a fenced area surrounding the monument’s pedestal.
Following a public records request by the DTH for communications to the Chancellor's Office on Aug. 20 and 21, the University released 18 emails, one text and approximately 150 voicemails. The DTH has also received 11 emails sent to UNC Police Chief Jeff McCracken. Many of those who contacted the chancellor were upset about the events that took place on Aug. 20, and revoked their support of the University -- emotionally, physically and monetarily. Others questioned the state of the University, the community and worried over what would happen next.
On Tuesday morning, local first responders gathered at Chapel Hill Fire Station to honor the bravery of those whose lives were lost on Sept. 11, and looked to those who will be responding to Hurricane Florence this week.
Although Hurricane Florence was upgraded to a Category 4 on Monday, the National Hurricane Center said it likely hasn't reached peak intensity yet. Chapel Hill may be hours from the coast, but state officials are warning citizens not to underestimate the storm. The Daily Tar Heel answered your questions to make sure you're prepared for whatever Florence brings this weekend.
Town, state and national officials weigh in and offer guidance for the upcoming Hurricane Florence. Gov. Roy Cooper issued a state of emergency and requested federal resources ahead of the Category 4 storm, including generators, food, water, shelter supplies and multiple means of evacuation and medical assistance. The Town of Chapel Hill said they are preparing vehicles and keeping an eye on areas that are prone to flooding. Orange County also has a list of available resources during severe weather.
Chapel Hill police responded to reports of multiple gunshots fired near Country Fried Duck on Sunday.
“Until the school moves Silent Sam and the pedestal off campus, this is going to keep happening." Another clash between two groups of demonstrators and police erupted on Saturday, adding to the mounting number of arrests over the fallen statue. Students, Confederate demonstrators and police struggled to have their voices heard as the protest escalated. From flags to food, each side fought for their beliefs. Certainly the Silent Sam issue is no more resolved than when the statue came down before LDOC 2018, but no matter what side you're on, everyone has a right to be safe.
Following the destructive responses to Nike's controversial ad campaign starring Colin Kaepernick, Hillsborough police have asked members of the community to donate rather than destroy.
UNC political science professor Frank Baumgartner recently published a book on his research of over 20 million traffic stops, and his findings suggest police searches are based on race, gender and age.
The Midway Barber Shop, one of Carrboro's oldest black-owned businesses, recently celebrated it's 70th birthday.
Hillsborough police released a statement on Friday saying that two individuals were arrested on Aug. 30 for possession of an explosive device.
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