North Carolina and the Triangle will host the prestigious World University Games in 2029.
Jasmine Gallup
Jasmine Gallup is a freelancer for INDY, covering LGBTQ+ issues, social justice, and arts and culture. A Raleigh native, she also works as an editor for online media.
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Quickbait: Ready for Rail?
Here’s how much the rail could cost — and when it might be coming.
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Could Funding and Logistical Challenges Derail Commuter Rail?
The Triangle’s planned commuter rail is the region’s best chance to escape a future of traffic gridlock, but challenges lie ahead.
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Activists Are Skeptical of Raleigh PD’s New De-Escalation Policy
The Raleigh police department’s new de-escalation policy is a step towards reform, but activists say it doesn’t yet go far enough.
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How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The lights are coming down and the decorations are being boxed up, but what should you do with your live Christmas tree? Wake County provides a sustainable answer.
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Raleigh Mayor Announces New Committee Assignments
Raleigh’s four new city council members will have influence over the city’s approach to the environment, economy, transportation, and neighborhoods with their new committee assignments.
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Quickbait: Buyers Rejoice
Although Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill still face housing shortages, data shows the market is gradually becoming friendlier to buyers.
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Nearly $2 Million Now Available to Help At-Risk Youth in Wake County
Underfunded teen shelters, mentoring agencies, and other programs to help at-risk youth now have the chance to secure additional funding from the Wake County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council.
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Want to Build an ADU? In Raleigh, It’s Easier Than Ever
Raleigh officials are fast-tracking the design and permitting process for ADUs, making it a lot easier for people to build backyard cottages, granny flats, or attached apartments.
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Trauma and Lawsuits: Questions Linger in the Wake of Raleigh Police’s ‘No-Knock’ Warrant Debacle
Two families traumatized by a raid of their homes with the use of a no-knock warrant are suing RPD for damages. Their story raises questions about the Raleigh Police Department’s ability to achieve reform.