The 5:00 News: Budget House Debates, Roper Hall, and ‘Victory Over Cancer’

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest local news stories on Thursday, September 21. The proposed state budget is debated in the North Carolina House and local lawmakers point to provisions they disagree with as the Republican Supermajority prepares to fast-track its approval. The latest academic building opens on UNC campus: Roper Hall, the new home for the School of Medicine. University health researchers and experts share how UNC is looking to curb opioid overdoses across campus after several recent deaths. The Chatham County Fair is back for its 73rd year. Plus: UNC women’s soccer looks to continue its success against ranked teams this season, and a group helps raise money for cancer research by dribbling basketballs through UNC.   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. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here. The post The 5:00 News: Budget House Debates, Roper Hall, and ‘Victory Over Cancer’ appeared first on Chapelboro.com.