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A fatal car wreck led to 10 alcohol arrests. But has anything changed for underage drinkers at UNC?

March 22, 2024 Noah Powell

The January death of UNC sophomore Molly Rotunda led to charges against ten people, including six UNC students. But while experts warn of the consequences of underage drinking, some students say fake IDs are still commonly used at Chapel Hill bars and stores.

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Mack Brown makes first comments about players’ involvement in fatal crash

March 22, 2024 Caroline Horne

The head football coach told reporters he’s “disappointed” in the three players who have been charged with alcohol violations after the January 21 crash, which killed UNC sophomore Mary Rotunda. Police say she was a passenger in a car traveling 120 miles per hour.

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UNC extends enrollment deadline because of financial aid form glitches

March 22, 2024 Helen Wickett

Because of significant delays to the FAFSA, many students are still waiting on their financial aid packages.

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‘It’s 2024, not 1860’: Group petitions to change street named after slaveholder

March 22, 2024 Jessica Simmons

The groups wants the Town of Chapel Hill to rename Cameron Ave. for Pauli Murray, a civil rights pioneer.

Sports

Raleigh team gets teens off of the streets – and sometimes into the NBA

March 22, 2024 Amina Accram

The Carolina Conquerors provides an alternative for middle school and high school students who might have otherwise engaged in gang violence.

News

In a likely Biden-Trump rematch, campaigns again see N.C. as a key swing state

March 8, 2024 Editor

While President Biden and Former President Trump both won their primaries in North Carolina by wide margins, some voters sent a message by withholding their primary votes.

News

Students seek to bring attention to the war in Sudan, which has killed thousands and displaced millions

March 8, 2024 Sofia Casini

UNC’s Community Justice, Abolition, and Anti Racism Collective held Sudan Week, for students to engage with Sudanese culture, learn about the crisis, and donate to humanitarian efforts.

Features

Crochet frogs are sparking scavenger hunts … with the goal of improving students’ mental health

March 8, 2024 Sarah Ellis

A UNC student is leaving the frogs around campus for her peers to find. She hopes it will raise awareness of mental health resources following August’s fatal shooting.

Features

The newest member of the UNC Police will offer hugs and comfort around campus

March 8, 2024 Editor

On Valentine’s Day, UNC Police shared news of their furry new addition to the team: Mia, an 8-week-old Goldendoodle, the department’s new therapy dog.

Features

Safewalk provides protection and companionship for people out at night

March 4, 2024 Sarah Ellis

For more that a decade, the student-run organization has been helping students, faculty, and other people on campus get home safely.

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