The 5:00 News (News On The Hill)

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.

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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.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Jan. 16 and shares local news headlines to close out the work week. The trial over Lyric Woods and Devin Clark’s violent deaths sees no action on Friday, as the court goes into recess over a family emergency. A water main break along East Franklin Street causes brief lane closures and a boil water advisory for some OWASA customers. UNC’s School of Civic Life and Leadership, as well as the North Carolina Children’s Hospital, each land substantial financial boosts. The state Department of Transportation announces details of pedestrian safety infrastructure coming to NC Highway 54 in Carrboro. Plus: UNC women’s basketball snaps a losing skid thanks to one of its stars and local leaders share their thoughts on Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy leading up to the national holiday.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts the show on Thursday, Dec. 4. With central North Carolina facing a winter weather advisory for some overnight precipitation, both Orange County Schools and Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools issue two-hour delays for Friday. The local governments continue holding organizational meetings to prepare for 2026, including Chapel Hill’s town council, which swore in new members on Wednesday night. Candidates enter a pair of local sheriffs races on Thursday. 97.9 The Hill’s Michael Koh profiles Kayla McPherson’s journey from potential UNC women’s basketball star to budding assistant coach. Also in sports: UNC women’s basketball gears up for a huge road matchup, while Carolina volleyball begins NCAA Tournament play and the Tar Heel football program sees a notable transfer as UNC signs its Class of 2026 recruits.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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In today’s news: the filing period continues for candidates running in the 2026 election, and UNC basketball gears up to face Kentucky. Also: the Carrboro Town Council holds an organizational meeting; Orange County Commissioners select a new board chair; state lawmakers postpone a locally-relevant hearing; the NC Botanical Garden nears the end of this year’s Sculpture in the Garden exhibit; and multiple Tar Heel athletes earn big honors – led by women’s basketball star Indya Nivar, named as one of five national players of the week after achieving a rare triple-double in Cancun.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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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 North Carolina Superintendent is advocating for a plan to fund and develop the public school system to improve its national rankings. The local U.S. representative speaks out against the forecasted rise in health care premiums. The Thanksgiving holiday delays local government services, and leaves some UNC students staying on campus wondering what they’ll be eating for Thanksgiving dinner. Finally: UNC men’s basketball defeats St. Bonaventure, Carolina volleyball beats Virginia and Tar Heel women’s basketball prepares for a three-day tournament in Cancun.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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During an abbreviated “News On The Hill” on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares local news headlines. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirms details about a house fire and domestic violence incident from the weekend in Hillsborough. A car crash in Chapel Hill closes a key road overnight. The Orange County Arts Commission shares economic and survey data following its UPROAR arts festival in August. Pittsboro commissioners share their thoughts on the split vote that approved Chatham Park’s South Village earlier this month. Plus: UNC men’s and women’s basketball get ready to begin their respective MTE non-conference games, while Carolina women’s soccer sees its season end and the Diamond Heels release their schedule.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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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.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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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.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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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.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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