'Serve my community at a deeper level': New CHCCS superintendent Rodney Trice takes office

Franklin Street is a revolving door for closing and opening restaurants

By Aiden Hall | June 30

Chains and locally owned restaurants alike have closed due to high rent and reliance on the seasonal student demographic.

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Orange County hosts annual Juneteenth celebration, highlights joy and community

By Keya Mahajan | June 30

The celebration included an opening ceremony with performances from local artists, a film screening and an evening block party.

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Gov. Josh Stein vetoes SB 153, which requires increased state compliance with ICE

By Keya Mahajan | June 26

The bill would allow state law enforcement agencies to act as immigration officials, implement reviews of public benefits and prevent sanctuary policies ...

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Carrboro mayor Barbara Foushee seeks reelection, focuses on community engagement

By Iris Eyster | June 25

Foushee's platform focuses on furthering community engagement, from increasing representation in policymaking to creating pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. ...

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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson running for reelection, hopes to continue progress

By Eva Edwards | June 25

Anderson's platform focuses on continuing the work she started during her current term as mayor, such as the application of the Complete Communities Strategy. ...

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Chapel Hill businesses thrive as Mexico vs. Türkiye soccer game brings thousands to town

By Aiden Hall | June 15

More than 25,000 fans gathered in Kenan Stadium Tuesday to watch Mexico's and Türkiye's national men's soccer teams face off. The game generated significant ...

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Thousands gather in downtown Raleigh, protest anti-immigrant legislation

By Taylor Motley | June 15

Protestors gathered in Raleigh's Moore Square to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement and recent anti-immigrant legislation in the N.C. General ...

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Chapel Hill Town Council member Karen Stegman to leave council in June

By Taylor Motley | June 12

Chapel Hill Town Council member Karen Stegman announced she will be leaving her position due to her moving to Carrboro.

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Carrboro Town Council approves Honorary Strayhorn Drive naming, recognizes Strayhorn family

By Keya Mahajan | June 11

In May, the Carrboro Town Council passed a resolution to name Laurel Avenue as Honorary Strayhorn Avenue, recognizing the history of the Strayhorn family ...

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'Incredibly resonant': Amal Kassir named Hillsborough 2025-27 poet laureate

By Iris Eyster | June 11

Amal Kassir, a Syrian American poet, was named Hillsborough's 2025-27 poet laureate in May and hopes to connect with the community through poetry.

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Chapel Hill celebrates love and individuality at 4th annual Pride Promenade

By Aiden Hall | June 10

On June 7, Chapel Hill celebrated pride, love and individuality at the Chapel Hill Pride Promenade, which featured local vendors and drag performers.

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CHCCS Board of Education discusses Carrboro High School administration concerns, new superintendent

By Eva Edwards | June 9

Several community members spoke at the June 5 meeting, expressing concerns about CHS Principal Helena Thomas.

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Carrboro High School students stage walkout to protest school administration

By Eva Edwards | June 9

The purpose of the protest was to express concerns regarding communication issues, mistreatment of staff and inconsistent disciplinary practices.

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George Griffin announces bid for reelection, focusing on technology use and block schedule

By Keya Mahajan | June 9

Griffin, the chair of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education, announced his plan to run for reelection on May 28.

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Rodney Trice named new Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools superintendent

By Taylor Motley | June 5

Trice was unanimously appointed and will begin his term on July 1.

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Chapel Hill Fire Department conducts live burn training on June 4, residents may see smoke

By Taylor Motley | June 4

On June 4, Chapel Hill residents may see smoke from Interstate 40, Fordham Boulevard and surrounding areas due to a live burn training by the Chapel Hill ...

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