The weapon used in the Aug. 28 shooting has yet not been found, officials confirmed. Retired Orange County Sheriff’s Office investigator Rick Smith said the investigation will most likely involve a hand search for the weapon, which he said would involve retracing Tailei Qi’s path and doing a grid search to cover every possible area.
The board approved two new positions with unallocated funds from this year's budget at its Monday meeting. During the public comment period, several attendees voiced worry over former superintendent Monique Felder's sudden departure.
For the first time since 2016, North Carolina voters will be required to show a photo ID at the polls during municipal elections in November. But, county boards of elections are now providing free photo IDs for voters.
The Blue Ribbon Mentor-Advocate program is a mentorship opportunity in CHCCS that aims to improve the academic achievement of students of color. The program increases engagement and enrichment opportunities for these students while expanding leadership opportunities and academic confidence.
The North Carolina athletic landscape has changed in the past year with the passage of new policies — including in NIL, sports betting and legislation impacting trans athletes. Here are some changes to be aware of.
Every April, "National Donate Life" Month encourages people to sign up to become organ donors through activities and events that foster community engagement and education. However, some believe a history of medical discrimination and inequity in the health care system has targeted underrepresented groups and continues to affect the donation process for both organ donors and recipients.
The Chapel Hill Town Council discussed topics including the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds and two conditional zoning applications for developments that would offer affordable housing units at a meeting on Wednesday.
Lanza’s Cafe, Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews and 1922 By Carolina Coffee Shop are some of the local coffee shops that have recently hosted live music in their spaces, offering a more intimate experience than a traditional concert.
A bill to legalize sports wagering, H.B. 347, has garnered bipartisan support and has passed through several committees in the North Carolina House. But, the large industry concerns some lawmakers.
House Bill 293, the Freedom to Vote Act, proposes changes to election administration in the state and provisions to increase voter turnout. N.C. Rep. Allen Buansi (D-Orange) is the face and primary sponsor of the bill, which was supported by every Democrat in the N.C. House of Representatives.
