The 5:00 News (News On The Hill)

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell fills in for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Apr. 10 and shares the latest local news stories. The post Chapel Hill Goes Bananas and Roy Cooper’s Senate Campaign Visits Durham — The Evening News (Apr. 10, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell fills in for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Apr. 3 to share the latest local news stories. The post Awaiting A District 23 Appointment…Plus Leandro Ruling Reactions and A Coaching Candidate Gone — The Evening News (Apr. 3, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guests hosts on Thursday, Apr. 2 and shares all the top local news stories. The post Leandro Ruling Gets Thrown Out, A July 4th Drone Show and More Affordable Housing — The Evening News (Apr. 2, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts on Wednesday, Apr. 1 and shares the latest local news headlines. The post TABLE Puts Up Solar Panels and UNC Baseball Wins Marathon Game — The Evening News (Apr. 1, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Henry Taylor reports from this past weekend's No Kings Protests. We hear from a joint meeting between Orange County and Mebane, and more. In sports, UNC Women's Basketball concludes their season, Caleb Wilson declares for the NBA draft, and more. The post The Evening News – No Kings Protest, Mebane Growing, Caleb Wilson to NBA appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Mar. 27 and shares local news stories. The post Homestead Gardens Groundbreaking, Trustee Meetings, and UNC vs. UConn — The Evening News (Mar. 27, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear the latest on the UNC Men's Basketball coaching search, hearing from Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham on the process. We also hear from Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley on what many fans are looking for in a new coach. We also hear a story on the state Office of Violence Prevention, which recently had its five year anniversary. The UNC Board of Trustees have their final meeting of the academic year, and more. The post The Evening News: Coaching Search, Office of Violence Prevention, Spring Football appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey and shares local news stories on Tuesday, Mar. 24. The post UNC’s AI Leader Leaves; Uncertain Budget Season Approaches for CHCCS — The Evening News (Mar. 24, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes on the show and shares the latest local news on Monday, Mar. 23. Tar Heel fans across the country are awaiting to see what will happen around the UNC men’s basketball program, as the team’s collapse in the NCAA Tournament leaves Hubert Davis’ position shakier than ever […] The post UNC Basketball Highs + Lows, Millhouse Road Rec Fields and A Fencing Title — The Evening News (Mar. 23, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell fills in for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Mar. 20 to share local news headlines. The post March Madness for UNC Men’s and Women’s + Climate Change Resolutions and Road Work — Mar. 20, 2026 (The Evening News) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from County Commissioner Earl McKee on his decision to request a recount in his election loss to Beth Bronson. We discuss the weather, which resulted very little thunderstorm activity. We also get the NCAA bracket reveal, which sees the men's team with a six seed and a matchup with VCU. The women's team earned a four seed and will host Western Illinois. The post The Evening News: Primary Recount, Dodging Thunderstorms, NCAA Tournament Brackets appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, we hear from outgoing State Senator Graig Meyer on his decision to leave and the process to replace him. We hear a Carolina Connection story on UNC students who were in Milan covering the Winter Olympics. In sports, we hear from UNC Basketball Head Coach Hubert Davis ahead of their first game in this year's ACC Tournament coming up tonight, and more. The post The Evening News: Graig Meyer on Leaving State Senate, Hubert Davis on ACC Tournament appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a couple of crime stories including a multi-county high-speed chase and a customer fighting off an armed robber at a gas station. We also preview tomorrow's election by checking early voting totals and hearing from Tom Jensen on a missing set of endorsements this cycle. We hear from Chancellor Lee Roberts on a policy change at UNC, and more. In sports, a big weekend for both basketball teams leads into an important march, and more. The post The Evening News: Interstate Chase, UNC Policy Change, Basketball Wins appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a Barnes and Noble Bookstore coming to University Place. We also hear a story on the future of multi-model paths on Estes Drive Extension. We check the local government meeting schedule and early voting totals, and more. In sports, we hear a Carolina Connection story on the UNC Gymnastics team, check other results from Tuesday, and more. The post The Evening News: Barnes and Noble at U-Place, Extending Pedestrian Trails, UNC Gymnastics appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the latest in early voting totals, a story on Community Spend Week, a restaurant closure in Carrboro, and more. In sports, both basketball teams get weekend wins, while the men's team preps for a Monday night matchup against Louisville, and more. The post The Evening News – Early Voting, Community Spend Week, Tar Heel Basketball appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, the CHCCS Board discussed the process for closing an elementary school, but doesn't make much progress. They do sign off on a design for the rebuild of Carrboro Elementary School. We also get an update on a string of vehicle break-ins, hear from Wake Radiology on their new location, and more. In sports, UNC Women's Basketball gets a big come from behind win on the road at Virginia Tech to kick off a busy weekend in UNC sports, and more. The post The Evening News: Elementary Closure Discussion, New Carrboro Elementary, Women’s Basketball appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn details on a new police substation opening on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. We also learned of the Carrboro Town Council delaying a pilot program that would have closed East Weaver Street to automobiles on weekends this summer. We learn of a reopen date and a partnership with a local nonprofit for the brunch restaurant Snooze. In sports, UNC Women's Basketball has a big road matchup at Virginia Tech, and more. The post The Evening News: Police Substation Downtown, No Weaver Street Closure, Snooze Reopens appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Pittsboro where several residents recently spoke out against the use of Flock surveillance cameras. We also check on early voting totals, update some weekend crime stories, and more. In sports, UNC gets a win in men's basketball in spite of two stars not playing. The women's team takes a tough loss at Duke, and more. The post The Evening News: Flock Cameras in Pittsboro, Early Voting, High Speed Chase appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, a check of our local government meeting schedule, an update on a crime story from Chatham County. We also hear the story of Hoover the Cat, who somehow traveled from the coast to Orange County as a stray before being returned home. In sports, the UNC Women's Basketball team welcomes Clemson to Chapel Hill for a 6 p.m. tipoff, and more. The post The Evening News: Local Government, Hoover the Cat, Women’s Basketball appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we take stock of the aftermath of this weekend's snowfall, which sees the second consecutive day of remote learning for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. We also hear from District Attorney Jeff Neiman just after the conclusion of the Ross murder trial last week. We check the local government meeting schedule, and more. In Sports, UNC Men's Basketball moves up in the rankings after a dominant road win, and prepares for a home matchup against Syracuse tonight. The women's team travels to NC State, women's tennis gets two top-ten wins, and more. The post The Evening News: Snow Aftermath, Trial Aftermath, UNC Basketball appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, the weekend weather forecast from meteorologist Chrissy Anderson, which includes the possibility of several inches of snow, high winds, and dangerously cold temperatures. We also get a recap of the Ross murder trial, which saw a mixed verdict returned from the jury on Thursday. In sports, UNC Men's Basketball looks ahead to a weekend matchup with Georgia Tech, while Men's Lacrosse has their season opener cancelled due to weather, and more. The post The Evening News: Weather Preview, Trial Recap, Closures and Delays appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a partial verdict in the Ross Murder Trial, with a second-degree murder conviction for the killing of Devon Clark and a hung jury for the killing of Lyric Woods. We also learned that Orange County Schools will be on a remote learning day on Friday, while Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools will once again be on a two hour delay. We check the upcoming forecast which includes more snow this weekend. We also hear from Chatham County residents against data centers in the county, and more. The post The Evening News: Partial Murder Trial Verdict, Schools Schedules Adjusted Again, More Snow Coming appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we go over the continues response to last weekend's winter storm, while preparing for another possible storm this weekend. We hear from Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Buddhist Monks who recently traveled through Chatham County. We learn about a UNC study that links fatty foods with more memory function, and more. In sports we hear from UNC women's basketball's head coach Courtney Banghart, several Tar Heels earn individual honors, and more. The post The Evening News: Winter Weather, Monks For Peace, Fatty Foods and Memory appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. In this edition of the news, we get the latest on weather impacts from this past weekend's storm which includes lots of lingering ice on the roadways. We also hear more on UNC's initial plans for their Carolina North Campus at the former Horace Williams Airport. In sports, we hear from UNC Men's Basketball head coach Hubert Davis on his team's recent practices, and more. The post The Evening News: Weather Delays, Carolina North Campus, Men’s Basketball on the Rise appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, we look back at the weekend of Winter Storm Fern, and look ahead to closures and delays caused by that storm's ice. We hear from Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood on the aftermath of the storm and best practices going forward. In sports, both the men's and women's basketball teams for UNC get valuable wins over the weekend to bolster their tournament resumes, and more. The post The Evening News: Weather Response, Closures, Basketball Wins appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we update the Ross murder trial in Hillsborough, which has concluded arguments and moved to jury deliberation. We also continue to keep an eye on the winter storm coming to North Carolina this weekend, which includes possible record levels of freezing rain. We also learn more about UNC's plans for their Carolina North Campus, and more. The post The Afternoon News: Closing Arguments, Ice Storm Coming, Basketball Wins appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Jan. 16 and shares local news headlines. The post The 5:00 News: Court Recess, Water Main Repairs, MLK Day and Reniya Kelly’s Career High appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts the show on Thursday, Dec. 4. The post The 5:00 News: School Delays from Winter Weather, Kayla McPherson’s Journey appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

In today's news: the filing period continues for candidates running in the 2026 election, and UNC basketball gears up to face Kentucky. The post The 5:00 News: Candidate Filing, Sculptures in the Garden, and UNC Basketball appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for the show on Wednesday, Nov. 26 and shares the latest local headlines. A new economic development project is announced by Gov. Josh Stein’s office, with the French company CITEL planning on relocating its American operations to Hillsborough. The state budget is still in limbo, but the […] The post The 5:00 News: New Economic Development, School Improvement Visions and Holiday Hoops appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

During an abbreviated "News On The Hill" on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares local news headlines. The post The 4:00 News: Hillsborough Fire, Examining Pittsboro’s South Village Vote, Baseball Schedule appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in the Triangle area.  We also learn more about trends leading into the 2026 midterm elections. In sports, we check numerous UNC teams in the NCAA tournament, preview the basketball team's matchup against Navy and more. The post Th 5:00 News – ICE in the Triangle, 2026 Midterms, NCAA Championships appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the details behind the Board of Trustees at UNC deciding on a tuition hike for in-state students for the first time in almost a decade. We also learn of a series of public talks about a reduced state budget for CHCCS, a couple of late afternoon crime updates from Chapel Hill, and more. In sports, UNC Field Hockey moves on to the round of 8 in the NCAA tournament after beating St. Joseph's, the basketball team looks to go 4-0 tonight, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Tuition Hike at UNC, Field Hockey Victory, Football Preview appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Public Policy Polling's Tom Jensen ahead of election day. We hear from a UNC student with family recovering from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. In sports, UNC Men's Basketball opens the season with an emphatic victory and Hubert Davis responds to Luka Bogavac's sudden eligibility. We also check in on the rest Tar Heels sports, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Election Day, Hurricane Melissa, UNC Basketball Season Begins appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear of a missing teenager in Carrboro; the Chapel Hill Town Council meets with a lengthy agenda, Public Policy Polling's Tom Jensen weighs in on the latest round of gerrymandering, we hear candidate introductions from Pittsboro, and more. In sports, UNC Football Head Coach Bill Belichick addresses the media, field hockey returns to number one in the nation, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Chapel Hill Town Council Meets, Gerrymandering Continues, PBO Candidates Speak appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, various "No Kings" rallies took place in the community over the weekend. We hear from candidates for Hillsborough's Board of Commissioners, learn of a traffic closure coming to an I-40 ramp, and more. In sports, UCN Football loses a heartbreaker, Field Hockey has a big weekend, Volleyball moves into first place in the ACC, and more. The post The 5:00 News – No Kings Rallies, UNC Loses a Heartbreaker, Hillsborough Candidates appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of an Orange County correctional employee being fired after a conservative group flagged what the Sheriff's office called "concerning social media posts." We check in on a local government meeting schedule for the day. We hear a story from Carolina Connection on Playmakers Repertory Company's current production, "The Royale," and more. In sports, we get a recap of UNC's brutal 34-9 loss on the road against the University of Central Florida. We check the rest of the weekend's sports results, including two big wins for field hockey, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Social Media Firing, Bad Football Loss, Local Government appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we check the local government meeting schedule, which includes meetings today for the Chatham County Commissioners, and the Durham City Council. We learn of a new policy on leaf collection this fall from the Town of Chapel Hill, and we hear a Carolina Connection story on a September 11 memorial events at Keenan Stadium last week. In sports, UNC linebacker Makai Gbayor is named ACC Linebacker of the week, and we hear more on UNC Football's Saturday afternoon win against Richmond, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Football Win, Local Government, Leaf Collection appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Chapel Hill staple Mediterranean Deli is set to reopen early next week. We also hear more on funding for residents displaced by July's flooding. We learn of a brief midday closure coming Friday for Orange County Solid Waste sites, and more. In sorts, UNC Football Head Coach Bill Belichick addresses several areas of needed improvement. The women's soccer team welcomes and undefeated Alabama team, and more. The post The 5:00 News – The Return of Med Deli, Displaced Residents, Solid Waste Closure appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on the latest timeline for the Occaneechi Replica Village, which has been closed since being damaged during the early July flooding. We also get an update on a campus controversy around some removed art, learn more about a new crosswalk coming to MLK, and more. In sports, we hear from UNC Basketball Head Coach Hubert Davis ahead of the upcoming season, and more. The post The 5:00 News – Occaneechi Replica Village Update, Campus Art Controversy, Hubert Davis appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of an accident in Hillsborough where a U-Haul truck hit multiple cars and people as it crashed into a gas station on NC 86. Additionally, a major accident involving a tractor-trailer on I-85 caused traffic delays all afternoon. On campus, the community marked the two year anniversary of the shooting death of  Zijie Yan in Caudill Labs. In sports, the UNC football team and Chapel Hill prepare for the official start of the Bill Belichick era,  both soccer teams win, and more. The post The 5:00 News: U-Haul Hits Gas Station, Yan Memorial, Football Weekend appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools explores what closing an elementary school would hypothetically look like. We hear from Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell on a Unified Development Ordinance meeting tonight. In sports, UNC Football General Manager Michael Lombardi talks about the importance of the game day experience in Chapel Hill,  and more. The post The 5:00 News: Hypothetical Elementary School Closure, Chapel Hill Football Game Day appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

In today's news: advocates support storm-displaced residents in Chapel Hill, and Chatham authorities investigate a death in Pittsboro. The post The 5:00 News: Pittsboro Death, Displaced Chapel Hill Residents, and Bill Belichick appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts "News On The Hill" for Tuesday, August 19 and shares the latest local news. The post The 5:00 News: New Bus Service, Vaccine Funding and Trader Joe’s + Guglhupf’s Reopening appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts "News On The Hill" on Friday, August 15 and closes out the week with local news updates. The post The 5:00 News: Fairview Program’s Funding, State Health Plan Premiums, and ‘Carolina Football Live’ appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts "News On The Hill" on Thursday, August 14 and shares the latest local headlines. The post The 5:00 News: Back to School Updates, A Calmer Election Cycle and Football Practice Philosophy appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts "News On The Hill" for Wednesday, August 13 and shares the latest local news. The post The 5:00 News: Carrboro High’s New Leaders, Hillsborough’s Recovery, and UNC Sports Eve appeared first on Chapelboro.com.