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N.C. Perinatal Quality Collaborative’s funding restored after yearlong cut
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has restored funding to the Perinatal Quality Collaborative of North Carolina, nearly a year after cutting the statewide maternal and infant health network’s budget. The Perinatal Quality Collaborative is a statewide network of teams working to improve infant and maternal health in North Carolina.
Carrboro develops affordable housing plan, asks for community input
Carrboro is in the beginning stages of developing a comprehensive five-year affordable housing plan. Anne-Marie Vanaman, Carrboro housing and community services director, said the Town has been committed to increasing affordable housing for many years, but has not yet had a strategic plan for doing so. “We’re looking for a plan that provides a good Carrboro housing profile, and a profile that’s driven by data,” Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee said.
Chapel Hill police investigating more than 60 vehicle break-ins that occurred overnight
Chapel Hill has been facing a spike in vehicle break-ins, with the Town announcing more than 60 break-ins occurring overnight between Friday and Saturday. Late Friday night and into early Saturday morning, the Chapel Hill Police Department received reports of over 60 cars being broken into along major routes, including Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Raleigh Road.
How will the CHCCS Board of Education fill its vacant seat?
Categories: In August, former CHCCS Board of Education member Rani Dasi left the board to serve on the Orange County Board of Commissioners, leaving the school board to fill Dasi’s vacant seat The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education is in the process of filling a vacant seat after Rani Dasi left the board in late August to serve on the Orange County Board of Commissioners.
Chapel Hill residents petition against new Carol Woods development
Carol Woods retirement community submitted an application on Aug. 20 to expand development, which is set to include between 55 and 70 new independent living residences. The residences will be spread between five different three- or four-story buildings on the 719 Weaver Dairy Road property. The master plan is set to have a net increase of 258 residences.
CHCCS postpones redistricting for Glenwood Elementary’s Mandarin program
Categories: The board of education has designated Mary Scroggs Elementary School as a placeholder for the language program’s location. The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Board of Education decided to postpone decision-making about redistricting the Glenwood Elementary School Mandarin program on Aug. 20. The board will reassess at next month’s meeting, but in the meantime, Mary Scroggs Elementary School is the placeholder for the program.
‘She built love’: Carrboro high school basketball coach Sheremy Dillard killed at 57
Sheremy Dillard, a Felton Grove High School coach, teacher and mentor, was found dead in her home on Aug. 13 after she was stabbed to death. Dillard was a 57-year-old lifelong Triangle resident, who is remembered for her tenacity, authenticity, wisdom and care that impacted the lives of many people in the community. She coached and taught at Durham’s Hillside High School and Carrboro High School before most recently coaching at Felton Grove. Dillard coached at Carrboro High School for 18 years.
UNC's MSTAR program trains medical students to fill gaps in elderly care, research
University Bondurant Hall is home to UNC's School of Medicine located on South Columbia St. UNC medical students were matched with their residency programs on Friday, March 15, 2019. Apr 30, 2026, 6:54 PM In 2010, the UNC School of Medicine’s Office of Research saw a need to offer geriatric- and aging-related training and research to medical students.
N.C. General Assembly committee releases report on mental health in the justice system
City & State Apr 28, 2026, 3:13 AM The N.C. General Assembly's House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety published a report in early April outlining objectives to improve the state's mental health care system. The report was written largely in response to the murder of Iryna Zarutska on the Charlotte light rail that took place in August, Senior Program Manager for research agency The North Carolina Collaboratory Liza Rodler said.
CARE team introduces extended hours to improve access
City & State A CARE van is parked on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Apr 21, 2026, 3:28 PM The local Crisis Assistance, Response and Engagement team, an alternative response unit that responds to 911 calls that do not require law enforcement, expanded their hours starting in early April, aiming to improve access to non-police emergency response services across the region.
North Carolina invests $5.7 million in substance use services across the state
City & State Apr 18, 2026, 5:00 PM The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently invested a total of $5.7 million into 12 substance use disorder programs across North Carolina, including one in Chapel Hill. A majority of the grantees are organizations focused on the intersection of behavioral health and justice. These groups aim to help individuals rather than criminalize them. According to a recent executive order from Gov.
North Carolina advisory council recommends regulating 'Wild West' cannabis market
City & State Apr 13, 2026, 10:41 PM The North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis released its interim report in early April, outlining the possibility of introducing legislation to regulate an adult market for cannabis products in the state. The interim report compared the current North Carolina cannabis marketplace to the “Wild West,” as any North Carolinian, children included, can purchase hemp-derived products without potency limits, laboratory testing or labeling requirements.
Federal judge maintains North Carolina's photo ID law is constitutional
News Apr 9, 2026, 10:01 PM Senate Bill 824 was upheld by a federal judge in March after a lawsuit filed by the North Carolina State Conference of the NAACP, who argued that the law unconstitutionally disadvantaged Black and Latino voters who historically have less access to photo identification. SB 824, which was enacted in 2018 over then-Gov. Roy Cooper's veto, requires North Carolina voters to present photo identification before casting ballots in elections.
'Amazing location': Seawell Elementary community reflects on potential closure
City & State Seawell Elementary School is pictured on Tuesday, March 31. 2026. Apr 2, 2026, 11:53 PM This article is part of a series on Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools considering three elementary schools for potential closure. The district is also considering Ephesus Elementary School and Glenwood Elementary School.
New program seeks to increase pathways for public social work in North Carolina
City & State Mar 23, 2026, 11:02 PM Earlier this month, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, the UNC System and the Social Work Coalition on NC Workforce Development held a kickoff for a Public Service Leadership Program aimed at strengthening the social work workforce in North Carolina. The program was formed as a partnership between non-profit, public and private organizations throughout the state.
Chapel Hill Town Council approves mixed-use Weaver Dairy Road development in 8-1 vote
City & State Jess Anderson is the mayor of Chapel Hill. Photo courtesy of Jess Anderson. Mar 9, 2026, 3:08 PM The Chapel Hill Town Council approved a mixed-use development at 860 Weaver Dairy Road on Feb. 25 that will bring hundreds of housing units and new commercial space to the town. The development was approved in an 8-1 vote, with only Chapel Hill Town Council member Elizabeth Sharp dissenting.
Chapel Hill Police Department to open new substation on West Franklin Street
City & State Feb 26, 2026, 4:27 AM A new Chapel Hill police substation is set to open on 306 W. Franklin Street by the end of next week. Last fall, another substation was opened on East Franklin Street. Chapel Hill Chief of Police Celisa Lehew said that so far, that new substation has been successful as a welcoming space for locals or visitors who may need directions, assistance or a place to file a police report.
Q&A: Orange County Register of Deeds candidate Penny Rich talks communications, website updates
City & State Photo courtesy of Penny Rich. Feb 24, 2026, 8:32 PM The Daily Tar Heel's Amelia Linton spoke with Orange County Register of Deeds candidate Penny Rich about her experience and aspirations for the role. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The Daily Tar Heel: What do you want voters to know about you?
Gov. Josh Stein signs order to improve behavioral health in criminal justice system
City & State N.C. governor-elect Josh Stein speaks at the North Carolina Democratic Party Election Night Watch Party, held at the Raleigh Marriott City Center on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Feb 20, 2026, 3:13 AM On Feb. 5, Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order intending to promote the strengthening of behavioral health in the North Carolina criminal justice system.
How local schools are navigating snow days, remote learning and delays
City & State Snow covers the grounds outside Phoenix Academy High School on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 3, 2026. Feb 5, 2026, 2:04 AM In both the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district and Orange County Schools, students and staff have seen a significant impact of snow and ice on regular operations over the past two weeks. CHCCS has had four remote learning days and three delayed openings, with the district just returning back to regular operations on Wednesday.
'She just made every space better': OWASA planning and development manager Kim Nimmer dies at 54
City & State Kim Nimmer is pictured in November. Photo courtesy of Terry Nimmer. Jan 28, 2026, 8:35 PM Kim Nimmer, Orange Water and Sewer Authority’s planning and development manager , died Jan. 16 at 54 years old in a car accident in Raleigh. Nimmer was born in Decatur, Ga., and later moved to North Carolina. She graduated from UNC in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science in geology and was a member of the club rowing team.
Chapel Hill just passed a new set of land use guidelines. What do they mean for development?
City & State Photo assets courtesy of Adobe Stock. City & State Editor Jan 27, 2026, 4:18 PM When the Chapel Hill Town Council reviewed a new set of amendments to Chapel Hill’s Land Use Management Ordinance — regulations guiding development in the town — last November, the amendments were rejected after three hours of discussion and a contentious tie vote.
Construction of pedestrian crossings along NC Highway 54 to begin in February
City & State Cars drive along NC 54 by Kingswood Apartments on Jan. 23, 2026. Jan 26, 2026, 2:02 AM Construction is set to start on three pedestrian crossings near public transit stops on NC Highway 54 on Feb. 2. The project, undertaken by the North Carolina Department of Transportation in partnership with Chapel Hill and Carrboro, will implement changes originally recommended by a 2019 study. The study followed concerns regarding bicycle and pedestrian safety along NC 54.
North Carolina bill seeks to limit social media access for minors
City & State Photo assets courtesy of Adobe Stock. Jan 20, 2026, 11:00 PM As the N.C. General Assembly prepares to return to session, the N.C. Senate is expected to pass a bill aiming to limit access to social media for people under the age of 16.
In North Carolina's high school newsrooms, writers contend with possible censorship
City & State “The Echo” adviser Neal Morgan works with a student on a print edition at East Chapel Hill High School. Photo courtesy of East Chapel Hill High School Yearbook. Jan 20, 2026, 11:00 PM In 1983 , a group of high school students at Hazelwood East High School, in St. Louis, Mo., published articles in their school newspaper that included topics such as teen pregnancy and divorce. The principal proceeded to remove pages from the newspaper without informing the students.
As more student news outlets turn to their universities for funding, does editorial independence suffer?
Investigations Enterprise Editor Jan 20, 2026, 11:00 PM It’s no secret the world is moving away from traditional news media — professional and collegiate news organizations alike have been grappling with this reality for more than 20 years. The modern media landscape is changing rapidly and in different ways. Print is in decline as audiences turn to digital alternatives. Advertising revenue is going down.
Flu numbers are rising — so are hospitalizations, fatalities and restrictions
City & State Jan 12, 2026, 3:28 AM A new viral strain known as "super flu" is spreading across North Carolina, with rapidly increasing numbers of hospitalizations and fatalities as a result of flu or flu-like symptoms overwhelming the state’s hospitals. According to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, influenza-like illness, which accounted for five percent of emergency department visits across the state during the week of Dec. 13, rose to 17 percent the week of Dec.
Chapel Hill appoints three community members to advise on town aesthetics
City & State Dec 1, 2025, 4:10 PM On Nov. 12, the Chapel Hill Town Council appointed three new people to the Town's community design commission. The community design commission is an advisory board for the town council, and its primary job is guiding the growth and aesthetics of Chapel Hill in a way that supports community goals and character. The three new members are Kimberly Andrews, John Biggs and Rachel Oommen.
State Board of Elections appoints 3 new members with Republican ties
City & State Nov 17, 2025, 2:22 AM On Nov. 6, North Carolina State Board of Elections Executive Director Sam Hayes announced the appointment of three new members— Tim Hoegemeyer, Jason Tyson and Leah Byers— to the independent agency tasked with administering the state's elections. The board's general counsel will be Tim Hoegemeyer, whose most recent position was deputy general counsel for the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, as well as for the N.C. Board of Education.
OWASA construction to shut down sections of East Rosemary Street for 18 months
City & State Nov 12, 2025, 12:04 AM The Orange Water and Sewer Authority is preparing to begin the process of replacing the water main in downtown Chapel Hill. The water main that is currently in use is over 70 years old, OWASA Public Information Officer Katie Hall said, and recently leaks have been an issue.
Chapel Hill Town Council approves new development at Carraway Village
City & State Nov 6, 2025, 7:08 PM On Oct. 22, the Chapel Hill Town Councilapproved a conditional zoning application for a development at 115 Chapel Point Road that will include townhomes and multi-family homes. The council voted 7-1 to approve the conditional zoning application, with council member Camille Berry being the sole vote against the development.
Q&A: Chapel Hill Town Council candidate Erik Valera says he's fighting for "missing middle housing"
City & State Senior Writer Oct 22, 2025, 1:54 AM The Daily Tar Heel’s Brantley Aycock spoke with Chapel Hill Town Council candidate Erik Valera about his experience and aspirations for the role. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The Daily Tar Heel: What do you want voters to know about you? Erik Valera: My wife Annie and I moved to Chapel Hill with our son about 18 years ago. As we’ve lived here, my son went through our local schools, our parks and rec programs.
Q&A: Chapel Hill Town Council candidate Camille Berry says she will bolster development while honoring green spaces
City & State Oct 21, 2025, 11:49 PM The Daily Tar Heel's Amelia Linton spoke with Chapel Hill Town Councilcandidate Camille Berry about her experience and aspirations for the role. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The Daily Tar Heel: What do you want voters to know about you? Camille Berry: I love to be in community with people. Usually when we can laugh, but I am very grateful to be in community with people when we are trying to solve problems together, share grief together.
Q&A: Chapel Hill Town Council candidate Wes McMahon talks stormwater management, tax rates
City & State Senior Writer Oct 21, 2025, 11:37 PM The Daily Tar Heel’s Kristin Kharrat spoke with Chapel Hill Town Council candidate Wes McMahon about his experience and aspirations for the role. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The Daily Tar Heel:What do you want voters to know about you? Wes McMahon:I want voters to know that I have over 10 years of experience working on Town issues, from the parks and recreation commission to the planning commission.
Q&A: CHCCS Board of Education candidate Melinda Manning advocates for "radical transparency"
City & State Oct 21, 2025, 11:30 PM The Daily Tar Heel's James O’Hara spoke with Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education candidate Melinda Manning about her experience and aspirations for the role. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The Daily Tar Heel:What do you want voters to know about you?
N.C. General Assembly to reconsider Stein's veto on concealed carry bill
Printing news. Raising hell. Since 1893. Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 Newsletters Latest print issue After a veto from Gov. Josh Stein in June, Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly are reconsidering permitless concealed carry measure Senate Bill 50. Also known as Freedom to Carry NC, S.B. 50would allow an individual to carry a concealed handgun without a permit. It would also lower the age requirement, allowing young adults older than 18 to carry firearms.
COVID-19 booster vaccines are now available in North Carolina without a prescription
Printing news. Raising hell. Since 1893. Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 Newsletters Latest print issue COVID-19 vaccines no longer require a prescription due to a standing order by Gov. Josh Stein. To increase vaccine accessibility for North Carolina residents, Stein issued a standing order on Sept. 12 lifting the previous prescription requirement to receive a vaccine.
After a year in Chapel Hill, crisis response team expands to neighboring Carrboro
Printing news. Raising hell. Since 1893. Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 Newsletters Latest print issue The Crisis Assistance, Response, and Engagement team recently expanded its reach from the Town of Chapel Hill into the neighboring Town of Carrboro on Sept. 8. The CARE team is a group that has been working with the Chapel Hill Police Department since May 2024.
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