In response to uncertainties over federal funding, UNC-Chapel Hill has paused construction plans for a new research building on its campus. Why it matters: The pause is the latest sign of how changing priorities within the federal government under the Trump administration affect the Triangle's universities — key players in the region's and state's economy.

UNC-Chapel Hill trustees didn't approve tenure cases outside of health-related schools at the last two meetings.

UNC (44-12) scored six runs in the first inning, all with two outs, in an offensive onslaught against Oklahoma (36-21) and its ace pitcher Kyson Witherspoon. He gave up a season-high seven hits in two innings.

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