February 2016 Archives

Entire program – Feb. 27, 2016

February 27, 2016 ccepisodes

Franklin Street bars crack down on fade ID’s after regulators suspended two bars’ licenses. Critics question the private-sector background of new UNC System President Margaret Spellings. More students are moving off-campus. Toys and games aren’t just for kids.

Bars step up ID checks following fatal accident

February 27, 2016

Bartenders say they’re taking a harder look at customers’ IDs, after last year’s fatal accident on I-85. State regulators punished two Chapel Bars that admitted 20-year-old Chandler Kania before the crash.

Questions raised over Spellings’ private sector work

February 27, 2016

New UNC System President Margaret Spellings has previously served on the board of private-sector education companies, and critics question her characterization of college students as “customers.”

Spellings has long education background in Texas

February 27, 2016

Even before she was U.S. Secretary of Education, Margaret Spellings was involved in education policy in her home state of Texas.

Tornadoes, strong winds cap a winter of weird weather

February 27, 2016

The Triangle has seen a wide variety of weather since the holiday season, and it only seems to be getting wilder.

Experts say playtime is important, even for adults

February 27, 2016

The toy store isn’t just a destination for children. Experts say playing with LEGOs and other toys can be healthy for grown-ups, too.

UNC researcher works to understand droughts

February 27, 2016

With recent droughts and flooding across the nation, one researcher wants to document the water cycle and better measure the resources we have at hand.

More students moving away from campus

February 27, 2016

UNC plans to add amenities to some dorms to try to dissuade students from moving to luxury apartments.

Women’s rowing prepares for new season

February 26, 2016

The UNC women’s rowing team flies under the radar on campus, but its members are devoted to improving their skills.

Entire program – Feb. 20, 2016

February 20, 2016 ccepisodes

Gov. Pat McCrory and UNC leaders drum up support for next month’s bond vote. A new study shows today’s college students are more politically aware — and liberal — than their predecessors. UNC restricts hoverboards amid safety concerns. The N.C. Botanical Gardens is collecting seeds to keep on hand in case of a natural disaster.