February 2013 Archives

Medical marijuana supporters push for legalization

February 15, 2013

State legislators are considering whether North Carolina will become the 20th state to legalize medical marijuana.

Entire program – Feb. 9, 2013

February 9, 2013

UNC reacts to reports of a controversial “Asian-themed” party at Duke. Some UNC leaders say the athletic department bears part of the blame for the university’s academic scandal. Students see their favorite bands in concert without leaving home.

Couch Tour brings live concerts online

February 8, 2013

Want to attend a concert but can’t make it? Many bands now webcast their concerts. It’s part of a growing trend called Couch Tour.

Carolina Tiger Rescue saves neglected, abandoned wildcats

February 8, 2013

The Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro is home to more than 70 wildcats that have been rescued from around the United States.

Board downplays athletic dept. role in scandal

February 8, 2013

While calling the scandal “embarrassing,” UNC leaders say the academic misconduct was isolated.

Views differ about Duke “Asian” party

February 8, 2013

UNC students and administrators react to the uproar over a controversial party at Duke.

TEDx provides big stage for UNC student speaker

February 8, 2013

The winner of UNC’s TEDx student speaking competition gets ready to deliver the biggest speech of his life.

Local Boy Scouts await gay ban decision

February 7, 2013

It will be three more months before local scouts learn whether the Boy Scouts of America will allow gay members and leaders.

Students, faculty respond to McCrory

February 2, 2013

Gov. McCrory’s dismissive remarks about gender studies classes spark a strong rebuke on campus.

UNC staff member remembers playing in the Super Bowl

February 2, 2013

Assistant Athletic Director Corey Holliday was a wide receiver for the Steelers in the 1996 Super Bowl.