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Chapel Hill Police Creates Team to Investigate Vehicle Break-Ins; 14 Reported Over Weekend

Posted by Henry Taylor | Aug 4, 2026 | Crime, Safety

The department said it responded to 14 vehicle break-ins over the weekend, and 320 so far in 2026. The team will focus on finding patterns.

Defense For Faith Hedgepeth Murder Suspect Enters ‘Not Guilty’ Plea During Pretrial Motions

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 3, 2026 | Crime

Defense attorneys for the man arrested in 2021 and accused of murdering former UNC student Faith Hedgepeth nearly 14 years ago pleaded ‘not guilty’ on Monday afternoon.

Pittsboro Man Arrested For Domestic Violence Against Wife and Son, Killing Dog

Posted by Henry Taylor | Jul 22, 2026 | Crime

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Pittsboro man after a domestic violence incident led to an armed standoff with police.

More Than 20 Animals Up For Adoption Following Chatham County Animal Cruelty Investigation

Posted by Henry Taylor | Jul 21, 2026 | Animals, Crime

Twenty-two chickens, two turkeys, a rabbit and a dog are available for adoption after they were seized during an animal cruelty investigation.

Former Orange High School Counselor Charged Over Indecent Liberties With Students

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 2, 2026 | Crime, Pre-K - 12 Education

A former high school counselor, who recently resigned from Orange County Schools amid investigation into her conduct, turned herself into authorities on Thursday.