North Carolina Legislature Leaves After Passing Helene Aid Package, But Still No Budget
The North Carolina legislature wrapped up the chief portion of its annual session Thursday, passing another Hurricane Helene aid package this week after Republican majorities pushed through divisive bills.
Viewpoints: Why We Need Great Universities
Recently, the New York Times published a discussion about the current state of higher education in America among three of its opinion writers Frank Bruni, Ross Douthat and Lawrence Summers.
Nonprofit Consultant, Artist Erik Valera to Join Race for 2025 Chapel Hill Town Council Seat
After falling short of earning election to the Chapel Hill Town Council two years ago, Erik Valera is preparing to run again.
UNC’s R.J. Davis Signs Free Agent Contract with Los Angeles Lakers
R.J. Davis is headed out west. The former UNC All-American, who spent five memorable seasons in...
Here Are the Orange County Local Governments’ Approved Budgets, Tax Rates for 2025-26
Each of Orange County's local governments successfully approved their operating budgets and tax rates in June. Here are the highlights.
UNC Men’s Basketball Reveals Non-Conference Schedule for 2025-26 Season
The UNC men’s basketball program revealed the non-conference portion of its 2025-26...
This Just In: It’s Too Hot
This Just In – Harry Truman often (even before he was president) “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” My question for Harry is … where do we go?
What To Know About States Blocking Medicaid Funding for Planned Parenthood
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that states can bar Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood, the nation’s largest abortion provider.
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Deborah Strom spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, June 27. They discussed the recent House vs. NCAA settlement, which dictates that college athletic departments share their revenue with athletes. They discussed the implications of this decision for UNC sports, as well as the national sports landscape, and more.
