The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell finishes off the week with a batch of local news stories on Friday, September 24. UNC’s Board of Trustees discuss the delegation of power on campus. North Carolina’s government may face legal action if it doesn’t improve education spending soon. Plus: a look into ongoing construction projects at UNC and how Carolina Football has struggled lately against Georgia Tech.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details the latest local news stories on Thursday, September 23. Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s state representative Verla Insko shares why she’s not running for re-election. Some of the first endorsements of candidates in town government elections this fall are released. Plus: UNC women’s soccer welcomes back a legend and Chapel Hill High School’s first female football  player is standing out on the field as well as off it.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell discusses news from UNC campus on Wednesday, September 22, including news of a federal settlement of fraudulent funding claims. A new book on UNC’s history gets launched and university leadership announces further incentives for its campus community vaccinated against COVID-19. Plus: Chapel Hill announces the first business to claim space in the East Rosemary Street redevelopment and Carolina men’s basketball is set to hold open tryouts.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell returns to bring you several local news stories to start your week on Monday, September 20. UNC Health and Duke Health are nearly at the self-imposed deadline for employees to get COVID-19 vaccines. Chapel Hill residents and town officials discuss stormwater management. Orange County looks to address rising homelessness numbers. Plus: UNC men’s golf and volleyball continue strong starts while football moves to 2-1!

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps wrap up the week with local news stories from Friday, September 10. Orange County first responders share their memories of the 9/11 attacks as the 20th anniversary nears. Local hospital systems are sharing their data to highlight the amount of unvaccinated COVID-19 patients. A new UNC study shows how the pandemic affected the campus’ alcohol culture. Plus: UNC football prepares to bounce back, while UNC field hockey falls once again.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares top stories in local news on Thursday, September 9. Governor Roy Cooper shares the latest COVID-19 data from North Carolina, as does UNC with its campus community. Local elected officials speak out against Texas’ new abortion law. Chapel Hill Transit announces temporary changes to service. Plus: UNC offers an incentive for those who get vaccinated at Kenan Stadium and Michael Jordan’s brand donates to help a key initiative.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local news stories around the Orange County region on Wednesday, September 8. A campus safety group at UNC officially dissolves after two years. A new county commissioner is sworn in. UNC and Duke are conducting clinical trials on new, easier treatments for COVID-19. Plus: a new music series is set to launch on Thursday, while Orange County discusses plan for a visual arts festival starting in 2022.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest news from the long weekend on Tuesday, September 7. Tuesday marked a somber anniversary of the unsolved murder of a UNC student. Tension rises between student leaders and the UNC administration over what public health protocols are in place. Plus: UNC Football slides in nationwide polls following its loss, but many other Tar Heel programs brought home victories over the weekend.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the latest local news on Thursday, September 2, including vaccination rates at Carrboro’s town government and UNC. Plus… One Duke expert says healthy and vaccinated individuals may want to wait before getting a COVID-19 booster shot. Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver offers welcome to Afghan refugees. And Carolina Football’s 2021 kickoff season is just one day away.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS