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Problematic language and making a statement: the trans community reacts to executive orders

February 7, 2025 Maddie Policastro and Twumasi Duah-Mensah

The Trump administration has issued a slew of executive orders targeting trans Americans. Trump’s orders have barred trans people from serving in the military, banned trans women from competing in female categories of sports, and outlawed gender-affirming care for anyone under 19.

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How will young adults’ mental health be affected if Tiktok’s time is up?

February 7, 2025 Sarah Ellis

If TikTok is banned in the U.S., users may find other apps to replace it. But there are still ways for young adults to reduce their social media use if they’re concerned about the amount of time they spend online.

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Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship creates uncertainty, anxiety for local immigrants

January 31, 2025 Gowri Abhinanda

The president’s executive order – which has been temporarily halted by federal courts – would end birthright citizenship and create an uncertain legal status for children born to some immigrants.

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Chapel Hill mayor says a potential federal funding freeze could impact local programs

January 31, 2025 W.H. Hayes

Federal courts have blocked President Trump’s federal funding freeze for now, But if the order is eventually implemented, Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson says it could limit the town’s public transportation, green initiatives, public libraries, and more.

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As UNC plans to add more students, its dorms already can’t house everyone who wants a room

January 31, 2025 Mia Khatib

Chancellor Lee Roberts plans to increase UNC’s undergraduate enrollment by 500 students next year, with a long term goal of adding 5000. But UNC already can’t meet demand for dorm rooms.

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At some local shelters, the number of people seeking cold-weather beds has tripled

January 31, 2025 Melodi Carty

Recent cold temperatures presented a unique challenge for unhoused individuals, who relied on a variety of community organization for shelter on freezing nights.

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More prisons are offering college and technical classes to help reduce repeat offenses

January 20, 2025 Sofia Casini

Education programs have grown in U.S. prisons, offering inmates both academic and vocational training to reduce recidivism and make them more employable.

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‘Everybody’s fighting the cold’: Helene survivors struggle to find housing for the winter

December 31, 2024 Henry Taylor

FEMA and charities have brought hundreds of campers to Western North Carolina to serve as temporary shelter. But there’s no long term solution after the storm damaged 73,000 homes.

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Local demand for contraceptive services spikes after Trump’s re-election

November 22, 2024 Maddie Policastro

Many healthcare providers have seen an increase in clients seeking contraceptive services following the election. Some are opting for long-term birth control methods like IUDs or tubal ligation.

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Students from immigrant families express fears, make plans for Trump’s second term

November 22, 2024 Twumasi Duah-Mensah

Donald Trump has promised to start a mass deportation campaign on day one of his presidency. Some students in immigrant families are preparing paperwork and taking other steps to protect themselves.

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