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Underground predators: Technology helps scientists track some of the state’s most elusive species

December 1, 2018

With the assistance of a transmitter implanted inside the reptile, scientists follow snakes through the woods. It’s providing important guidance about land preservation.

UNC’s Silent Sam decision looms. Is compromise possible?

December 1, 2018

After delaying their decision on Silent Sam’s future, UNC leaders are scheduled to announce their plan for the Confederate monument Monday.

Proposed tuition increase worries out-of-state and grad students

November 17, 2018

UNC’s Board of Trustees has voted to raise out-of-state and graduate student tuition and fees 3 percent.

As Silent Sam decision approaches, Folt remains focused on contextualization

November 17, 2018

The Chancellor is promoting a plan to contextualize UNC’s history, but she hasn’t yet revealed a specific proposal for the future of the statue.

On Veterans Day, UNC celebrates students who served

November 17, 2018

Veterans are a small but growing group in UNC’s student body. But their transition from military life to student life can sometimes be a challenge.

Beyond the diagnosis: Durham VA uses oral histories to personalize care for veterans

November 17, 2018

The VA puts veterans’ stories in their medical records, allowing their doctors to read about their patients’ lives.

Harp ensemble is composed of five women who are committed to their craft

November 17, 2018

Under the tutelage of Professor Laura Byrne, the musicians demonstrate a passion for an unusual instrument.

Silent Sam decision delayed: The Board of Trustees to make a recommendation in December

November 11, 2018

The delay will allow the Board of Governors and Board of Trustees to make a decision when most students are off campus.

Now in the majority, Rep. David Price previews Democrats’ Congressional agenda

November 11, 2018

The 4th District Congressman, who represents the Chapel Hill area, is returning to the House with the motto, “Cooperate where you can, fight where you must.”

OWASA looks for the cause of massive 9.4 million gallon water leak

November 10, 2018

The investigation might take close to a month, but OWASA officials say they already know many pipes need to be replaced.