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The Town of Chapel Hill is located in Orange County in central North Carolina.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence in September 2018, the town received 9 inches of rain in approximately three days. The community saw multiple road closures and downed trees.

UNC-Chapel Hill opens a success center for veteran and family support on campus.

UNC-Chapel Hill opened its expanded Military and Veteran Student Success Center to better support veterans and their families. The center will house VA counselors and serve about 2,500 military-affiliated students.

Chapel Hill woman survives Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica

A Chapel Hill woman who rode out Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica is back home and sharing her story with WRAL.

Explore the Triangle's spooktacular displays: From singing skeletons to haunted houses

Perfect for thrill-seekers and families alike, these spine-tingling displays promise unforgettable experiences. Find out where to get your Halloween fix and join the spooky fun!

Chapel Hill said a 16-year-old girl is missing for the second time

Chapel Hill police first reported 16-year-old Jemarrea Burton missing on Friday morning around 7:30 a.m. As of Sunday afternoon, she was reported safe.

One person shot, another arrested near Franklin Street in Chapel Hill

According to the Chapel Hill police chief, the shooting happened on Thursday evening after an altercation between two people. The person shot is expected to be OK, according to police. No names have been released yet.

One person shot, another arrested after shooting near Franklin Street in Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill police are investigating after a person was shot near Franklin and Graham streets Thursday evening. Police said one person has been arrested in connection to the shooting.

74-year-old man charged with shooting a person in the foot near Franklin Street in Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill police arrested Geary Wayne Council after he was accused of shooting a person in the foot Thursday evening. He faces multiple charges including attempted murder.

North Estes Drive reopens in Chapel Hill after temporary closure due to gas leak repair

North Estes Drive is fully reopened after a gas leak on Wednesday closed a portion of the road. Officials have not mentioned a cause of the leak.

Some in Chapel Hill feel new leaf collection policy should be bagged

As the leaves drop and fall approaches, so does Chapel Hill's new leaf collection policy. Not everyone in town is happy about it.

Some blindsided by revised Chapel Hill leaf collection policy

This fall, leaves and other yard debris in Chapel Hill will only be collected by town staff if they are in paper yard bag, a personal can with a tight-fitting lid or a yard cart provided by the town.

UNC Chapel Hill hosts its fourth annual emergency preparedness event

Leaders at UNC Chapel Hill are trying to make sure the community is ready for any campus emergency. It comes just two weeks after a false active shooter threat put UNC Wilmington on lockdown.

UNC Chapel Hill preps students for emergencies amid heightened campus security measures

UNC Chapel Hill is preparing students and staff for emergencies Thursday with a variety of resources and hands-on demonstrations in the Pit.

Chapel Hill residents brace for soon to be tropical storm amid recovery from Chantal's devastation

As Chapel Hill residents work to recover from the damage left by Hurricane Chantal, another tropical storm looms on the horizon, threatening to disrupt their rebuilding efforts.

Chapel Hill Police Department moves into new headquarters

After years of issues at the old headquarters, including serious environmental problems, the Chapel Hill Police Department has a new home. The new space has a focus on health and wellness, with improved gym and training facilities, and nursing space for mothers.

Chapel Hill Police Department moves into new headquarters after years of waiting

The new facility puts the department's priorities first, including a focus on building community relationships, health and wellness, and safety.

State studies PFAs risk from sludge in Chapel Hill

A family in Chapel Hill spent thousands after learning their well had cancer-causing chemicals in it. WRAL News asks regulators how they plan to keep drinking water clean.

Vandalism at UNC: Paint across steps, messages on walkway

Officers are looking into a message that was sprayed in front of the steps to the South Building and red paint that was splattered across the steps. A UNC spokesperson said there was also damage to the Wilson Library steps.

Bill Belichick, players participate in Old Well Walk before game vs. TCU

Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET Monday between North Carolina and TCU.

Bill Belichick focused on process not results to start 2025 season

UNC hosts TCU on Monday night at Kenan Memorial Stadium.

UNC kicks off Bill Belichick's football debut with series of all-day, on-campus events

UNC gears up for Bill Belichick's coaching debut with an electrifying lineup of events, including the new 'Chapel Thrill Concert Series' featuring country music star and former Carolina football player Chase Rice.

Excitement booms as before UNC home opener and Bill Belichick's coaching debut boosts business for Chapel Hill stores

Bill Belichick's coaching debut with the Tar Heels has brought an economic boom to businesses along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. Stores and local restaurants are bracing for a busy season.

Bill Belichick's coaching debut brings business boom to Chapel Hill's Franklin Street

Bill Belichick's collegiate coaching debut has ignited excitement in Chapel Hill, boosting local businesses on Franklin Street. With visitors flocking to the game, stores and eateries brace for a busy season.

UNC Hospital lifts lockdown at Chapel Hill campus

A hoax threat put UNC Hospitals' Chapel Hill Campus into lockdown on Sunday. Officials with UNC Health said officers were able to confirm in minutes the threat was fake, and the lockdown was lifted just after 7:30 p.m.

Lockdown lifted at UNC hospital in Chapel Hill after no threat found

UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill briefly went on lockdown after reports of a potential safety threat. UNC Health officials confirmed there was no threat, and the lockdown was lifted minutes later.

Bill Belichick and UNC football to star in new season-long Hulu documentary series

UNC's football program and Coach Bill Belichick will appear on a season-long documentary on Hulu. Hulu, UNC and Belichick have been negotiating since at least July, when there were reports of a finalized deal.