Emma Unger, Author at UNC Media Hub

Emma Unger

A man stands behind a podium with two men behind him on either side in front of a navy curtain. American and North Carolina state flags stand in front of the curtain, and a picture of a blonde woman is on an easel next to the podium.

HB 307 charts new path in N.C.’s complicated history of criminal justice

By Emma Unger North Carolina’s 122 death row inmates have spent up to 40 years…

A man in a black sweatshirt bows his head in prayer. One of his hands is placed on the shoulder of a man in a blue sweatshirt next to him, and his other hand is across his chest. Three others also have their heads bowed.

Health care workers, first responders reflect on Hurricane Helene’s emotional impact

By Emma Unger About two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina with historic…

The front of a store with a sign over the top that says "Seagrove Pottery" and large windows around the exterior. Inside, there are shelves filled with pottery pieces. Two rocking chairs are positioned in front of the entrance, and arrangements of flowers and decorations are on both sides.

Seagrove, N.C., showcases unique community of potters

Story by Emma Unger Seagrove, North Carolina, recorded a population of 239 in 2024, but…

Five girls’ unbreakable bond built by N.C. basketball

Story by Emma Unger Even among North Carolina’s long history of great basketball, one team…