Control of the U.S. House—and everything that means—will come down to a mere 85 competitive races nationwide, including one toss-up in the heart of Wake County.
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.
15 Minutes: DaQuanta Copeland, 42, Raleigh Mayoral Candidate
“[Developers] are buying people out of Raleigh. We should make the benefit of affordable housing more enticing than a developer dangling a check.”
Wake County Habitat for Humanity Questions Candidates on Affordable Housing
Wondering where your local candidates stand on affordable housing? Habitat Wake asked candidates for the Wake County Board of Commissioners and Raleigh City Council about their stances on growth, displacement, rent prices, and property taxes.
How to Vote in Wake County in the 2022 Election
With the 2022 election less than a month away, here’s everything you need to know about how to vote.
How November’s Election Could Reshape Raleigh’s City Council—And the City Itself
Neighborhood advocates, social justice activists, and community volunteers are vying to be new voices on Raleigh’s city council.
Wake County Habitat For Humanity Gets New CEO
Patricia Burch, a 16-year veteran of Habitat for Humanity, starts as CEO for the Wake County branch next week.
Hayes Barton Homeowners Protest “Missing Middle” Housing
A small group of wealthy white homeowners is protesting Raleigh’s “missing middle” zoning policy, which allows more townhomes and apartment buildings to be built.
Raleigh Abortion Clinics Report Escalating Harassment From Protesters
The city says it is taking steps to address the issue.
Raleigh Mayoral and City Council Candidates to Speak on Affordable Housing
ONE Wake, a community group advocating for property tax relief, is holding a forum on affordable housing for Raleigh mayoral and city council candidates Thursday.
Construction on NC Freedom Park Wrapping Up
The 40-foot-tall Beacon of Freedom was installed this week.

