October 2016 Archives

UNC student murder trial highlights popularity of smoking pot while driving

October 15, 2016

As a jury deliberates the fate of Chandler Kania, other students say so-called ‘blunt riding’ is popular.

Student describes Hurricane Matthew’s effect on hometown

October 15, 2016

Robeson County, NC was among the places hardest hit by Hurricane Matthew. Students from the area are trying to help their families and neighbors cope with the damage.

UNC celebrates National Coming Out Day

October 15, 2016

Former NFL player Michael Sam and Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts, spoke during National Coming Out Day events at UNC.

Community and coffee at new student-run shop

October 15, 2016

The Meantime Coffee Company is new to UNC. It’s entirely run by students and hopes to create a sense of community at Carolina.

An unusual fraternity event: Date night at the fair

October 15, 2016

A Christian fraternity at UNC decided to put its own spin on what a greek function could look like by taking their dates to the state fair.

Rare autoimmune disorder becoming more common

October 15, 2016

The chronic rare disease known as Guillain-Barre syndrome is being diagnosed more often. One UNC student shares her experience with the disease.

UNC tries to regulate marching band protests

October 8, 2016

Members of the UNC marching band have been told they can’t kneel during the National Anthem at football games. But they will be allowed to protest in other ways.

Former UNC student Chandler Kania faces murder charges for causing an alcohol-related accident that killed three people. (WRAL)

Friends say they tried to take Kania’s keys before fatal crash

October 8, 2016

Former UNC student Chandler Kania on trial for murder after causing an alcohol-related accident that killed three people on Interstate 85.

Entire program – Oct. 8, 2016

October 8, 2016 ccepisodes

As a murder trial begins for former UNC student Chandler Kania, other students say they’re careful about not driving drunk. UNC’s marching band has new rules for members who want to protest at football games. A community near Salisbury welcomes a legal settlement that will clean up coal ash. Students prepare for Hurricane Matthew. Coffee houses take all kinds of forms in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

After fatal crash, some students more careful about drinking and driving

October 8, 2016 ccepisodes

The two bars where Chandler Kania drank before causing a fatal car accident were punished by state alcohol regulators. But they’re back in business now, and it’s not clear weather the Kania case has done much to change students’ drinking habits.