Data Center
Crime Map
This map shows incidents reported by the Chapel Hill police, current as of the last day of each month. Click the map to view incidents by type, date and location. It is updated monthly.
UNC-system salaries
Each fall, the UNC-system General Administration compiles a list of all the employees at the 17 system schools. This information includes each employee's name and position, when he or she was hired, how many months they have worked, his or her current employment status, total salary, academic rank, teaching status and years in state service.
Elected officials' tickets
Since 2003, the University has provided about $16,000 in free football tickets to elected officials. Use this search form to find out who's gotten them. No field is required, but the more information you give, the more precise the results will be. Enter in part of an elected official's name, select an office and/or type in a particular football opponent to find out how many tickets were given out.
The University has also given out free basketball tickets to elected officials. Search here to find out who has gotten tickets.
Public records
Every time government agencies file a piece of paper or elected officials hit the send button on an e-mail, they've made something you can look at. Public records aren't just for reporters and lawyers — you can use them too.
How to make a public records request
- Identify: Figure out exactly what information you want and who would maintain that record. A narrower request is more likely to be accommodated quickly.
- Request: Go to the office, send an e-mail, or call and ask the clerk or official in the office if you can examine and photocopy the information. Inspection is free, but the public body can require reimbursement of the price for copying.
- In writing: If informal requests do not work, writing a letter or e-mail citing the public records law will ensure there is no misunderstanding about exactly what you asked for and when, and serves as evidence in a lawsuit, if necessary to obtain the information. See below for a sample request letter.
- Appeal: If denied access to the information, go back to the public body and discuss your request and why you were turned down with the public official or his supervisor.
- Last resort: If you're still denied access, you can consult a lawyer to make sure the record is public and then file a lawsuit demanding access.