Henry Nicholls

For the second time, Still Life nightclub workers face charges from a fatal car wreck

March 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls and Rachel Moody

The most recent charges follow a fatal car crash in Harnett County involving people under 21 who allegedly were served at Still Life. Still Life workers also faced similar charges after a fatal 2024 wreck in Chapel Hill.

This local farm gives visitors a new way to rest and relax: cuddling with a cow

March 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls

The Brajboro Cow Sanctuary offers visitors the opportunity to participate in activities such as cow cuddling, feeding, and more. It’s part of a trend of large animal-assisted therapy, where animals other than the typical cats and dogs are used in therapeutic ways.

UNC researchers are developing high-tech glasses that could provide a window into your brain

February 27, 2026 Henry Nicholls

A trio of UNC researchers, led by 24-year-old Ellora McTaggart, are developing biosensing glasses that can track and detect internal psychological issues.

Social media is helping amplify this UNC alum’s anti-ICE protest song

February 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls

Joseph Terrell, formerly the lead singer in the band Mipso, went viral on TikTok and Instagram for posting an anti-ICE protest song titled “Genuine American Hero.”

Students sue election officials for blocking early voting sites on three N.C. campuses

February 6, 2026 Henry Nicholls

Citing logistic and financial concerns, the state Board of Elections removed an early voting site at Western Carolina University and stopped efforts to add sites at two other campuses. Democrats say it’s an effort to suppress the youth vote.