An article in last week’s Citizen about a possible ban on the use of cell phones while driving in Chapel Hill incorrectly identified the source of allegations in a case involving an accident where a pedestrian was injured. A witness to the accident, Joe Capowski, alleges that the driver was using a cell phone when…
FLORA: Bottlebrush grass
For years and years, I’ve been admiring bottlebrush grass, a wild grass of the open forests and woods’ edges, and now I enjoy it all around me day after day.
Development halted in Northside
Responding to increasing concerns regarding student-housing developments in the Northside and Pine Knolls neighborhoods, the Chapel Hill Town Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve a measure that will impose a six-month moratorium on residential development in the neighborhoods.
Miranda rule revised
In a decision on a case it heard in March involving a Chapel Hill middle-schooler, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last Thursday that age should be a factor in determining if it’s necessary to read suspects their Miranda rights.
Sweet sounds of the NBA draft
The sweetest sound in the NBA draft on Thursday will actually be the silence of unspoken words, at least for Carolina fans.
East Weaver could see reopening celebration soon
The Carrboro Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to approve a tentative reopening celebration in which the street would be closed to cars but open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Project could bring big-box
A proposed development could bring hotels, large-scale retail stores and residential development to an area of northern Chapel Hill.
Council rejects Aydan Court
The Chapel Hill Town Council voted 5-4 on Monday to reject a rezoning request for Aydan Court.
County details plans for potential sales-tax funds
Voters deciding whether to support a sales-tax increase on November’s ballot got a bit clearer input from county leaders …
Big week for Greenbridge
It’s been a tumultuous week for Greenbridge.
NCAA details football charges
In a letter to Chancellor Holden Thorp, NCAA enforcement officials allege nine violations of the group’s rules.
AKG deal sealed; plan would create jobs
Orange County has entered into a deal with AKG North America to expand the Germany-based firm’s Mebane facility.
Wildfire smoke blankets region
Smoke from wildfires in Dare and Pender counties covered the Triangle on Tuesday.
Drain repairs to close Raleigh Street
Raleigh Street between East Franklin Street and Cameron Avenue closed on Wednesday and will remain closed until as late as July 29 to repair a storm drain.
Estes Park bus stop temporarily closing
The bus stop at Estes Park Apartments will be temporarily closed until further notice, Chapel Hill Transit has announced.