News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell reports on the latest local news stories on Wednesday, March 23. Chapel Hill Police are investigating a hit-and-run that injured a bicyclist — the fifth such collision this year. A group of UNC students are lobbying for Election Day to become a university holiday to encourage student participation. The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau opens its doors in a new location. A UNC football player announces he is stepping away from the program to battle cancer. Plus: the Carolina basketball programs leave Chapel Hill for the next round of NCAA Tournament play and women’s lacrosse looks to stay undefeated after its biggest deficit of the season.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares local news stories with listeners on Tuesday, March 22. A report indicates the Chatham County Schools district may implement a suspension policy for students caught committing racist acts in light of a recent incident. Two local Habitat for Humanity affiliates are among the benefactors of a substantial donation. Two Carrboro natives recently received big honors. Plus: UNC women’s basketball is headed to the Sweet Sixteen after a big win and a community of people training for stage combat certification in Raleigh share their stories.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell delivers the latest local news stories on Monday, March 21. The UNC men’s basketball team wins a roller coaster of an upset against No. 1 Baylor in the NCAA Tournament. Now, the women’s basketball team is preparing for their second round matchup. Plus: Carrboro Police are investigating a weekend shooting, North Carolina is updating its COVID-19 tracking for new metrics and Chatham County Schools shares an important caveat for a recent controversy.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS