Democrat Willie Rowe will become the new Wake County Sheriff after beating former sheriff Donnie Harrison, a Republican, on Tuesday. Rowe will replace incumbent Gerald Baker, who lost a primary earlier this year.
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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Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin Wins Second Term
Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin won her bid for re-election this Tuesday, beating out two challengers. But the composition of the council has shifted, with newcomers prioritizing new issues.
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Charity Concert Raises Over $1 Million For Affordable Housing
A sold-out charity concert at Red Hat Amphitheater last week, featuring the country band Turnpike Troubadours, raised more than $1 million for affordable housing.
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‘Every Seat Counts:’ A Q&A with Duke Professor Asher Hildebrand
On North Carolina’s new congressional swing district, MAGA candidates, the short lives of the state’s new maps, and the significance of the upcoming election.
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High Court, High Stakes: Inside the Battle for Control of the NC Supreme Court
North Carolina’s two supreme court races could shape outcomes for abortion access, public education funding, redistricting, and the future of free and fair elections.
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Swing Districts in Wake County Could Hand Republicans Veto-Proof Power
Four seats in Wake County could determine whether Republicans will recapture a supermajority in the General Assembly.
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Wake County Commits $47 Million to Preserve Affordable Housing
Wake County leaders have secured a $47 million bank loan to preserve affordable housing. Is it enough to keep them in office?
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Triangle Musicians Join Together for Abortion Rights Benefit Concert
Tift Merritt and other local musicians are singing out a message November 6—that abortion rights are at risk and we need to do everything we can to protect them in this year’s election.
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Police Report Released on Hedingham Mass Shooting
The Raleigh Police Department released more details on the Hedingham mass shooting today with a five-day report.