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Town Council rejects condo building that would have been Chapel Hill’s tallest

December 1, 2023 Anthony DeHart

A proposed development at 157 East Rosemary Street aimed to add a 12 story building to the heart of downtown Chapel Hill.

Advocates for disabled students say UNC should move faster on campus accessibility projects

December 1, 2023 Jailyn Neville

While UNC has improved campus accessibility in recent years, including adding a ramp at the Old Well, challenges persist for disabled students.

Guskiewicz named finalist for Michigan State presidency, ‘weighing’ whether to leave UNC

November 17, 2023 Sierra Pfeifer

A report from the Michigan State student newspaper said Guskiewicz is the only remaining finalist for the MSU presidency.

Students join union members to protest Starbucks working conditions

November 17, 2023 Caroline Horne

The “Red Cup Rebellion,” a play on Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day, is an effort by the Starbucks Workers Union to raise awareness of baristas’ rights.

Student leaders want better campus recreation facilities – even if that means higher student fees

November 17, 2023 Anthony DeHart

At the November meeting of the Board of Trustees, student body president Christopher Everett asked the board to raise student fees to address the situation.

Class registration changes lead to longer wait lists for some classes

November 17, 2023 Tianyi Wang

The registration changes are receiving mixed reviews. Some students praise the smoother process, while others say the new unlimited wait list system is a hindrance.

North Carolina and other states are suing Meta, saying social media hooks and harms kids

November 10, 2023 Samantha Hoffman

The lawsuit against the parent company of Facebook and Instagram says the social media giant uses addictive techniques, exposes children to harmful content, and mines their personal data.

After a contentious campaign, Mayor-elect Jess Anderson turns her attention to housing, other issues

November 10, 2023 Henry Taylor

Chapel Hill Mayor-Elect Jess Anderson says she’s trying to build bridges following what she says was the most contentious election in recent memory.

Inflation has cooled, but food insecurity is affecting more students

November 10, 2023 Sofia Casini

A higher percentage of students reported that they are experiencing food insecurity this year.

Advocates worry NC’s new voter ID law will impede already-marginalized groups

November 3, 2023 Caroline Horne

Photo IDs are now required to vote in North Carolina, but some voters say it will make the process more difficult, especially for people in marginalized groups.