News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares news stories from around the community and state on Tuesday, August 3. A drive-by shooting in Carrboro leaves one injured from gunfire and police looking for answers. North Carolina is increasing its vaccine incentives as local leaders discuss how to approach unvaccinated people about making a difference. Plus: UNC women’s basketball learns one of its non-conference opponents and Chapel Hill is set to add a new grocery store option.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell starts the week with the latest local news stories on Monday, August 2. A fallen tree sparks a brief power outage for hundreds of Chapel Hill residents. The spread of the COVID-19 delta variant is leading to discussions among elected leaders about how to approach requiring vaccination status. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools approves an interim plan for having SROs on campuses. Plus: identify theft is rising in the wake of the pandemic and several Tar Heels stand out in Tokyo.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps wrap up the week by sharing the latest local news stories on Friday, July 30. Governor Roy Cooper says requiring vaccination status and mandatory COVID-19 testing is the next step in addressing the pandemic. Orange County is offering resources to those facing evictions. Chapel Hill Transit is preparing to offer all its routes once again. Plus: a Tar Heel basketball standout gets taken in the NBA Draft and several UNC athletes continue their way through the Tokyo Olympics!

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local and state news from Thursday, July 29, including Gov. Roy Cooper’s latest comments on the state’s COVID-19 trends. Plus… Duke infectious disease experts share what kind of threat the coronavirus’ delta variant poses to public health. Chapel Hill is seeking volunteers for its food distribution program. And several former Tar Heels are in action Thursday and Friday in Tokyo!