The 40-foot-tall Beacon of Freedom was installed this week.
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.
Why Black Professors and Other Faculty of Color Are Leaving NC State
Some mentioned pay equity. Others spoke of unequal work burdens. But one sentiment came up again and again: faculty members say they feel undervalued.
Quickbait: Equity in Higher Education
Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, and NC State each trail the state average for percentage of Black faculty.
Raleigh City Council Approves Seaboard Station Rezoning
The Raleigh City Council voted to move forward on a rezoning request for the historic Seaboard Station, currently home to Logan’s Garden Shop.
Zainab Baloch Drops Out of Raleigh City Council Race
Zainab Baloch, one of the few candidates of color running for the Raleigh City Council, dropped out of the race Monday.
Transfer Co. Food Hall Expands to Live Music
A venue at Transfer Co. Food Hall in downtown Raleigh usually used for private parties and business lunches now is home to live music and ticketed concerts.
Fall Arts Preview: Five Museum Exhibitions to Catch
Rare chances to see works from the Dutch masters, the reimagined People’s Collection, and more.
Raleigh City Council Adds Voicemail Option for Public Comment
After more than a year of criticism about their lack of community engagement, the Raleigh City Council has added a new way for people to participate in meetings.
North Hills Rezoning Still Stalled After Hours of Debate
A controversial Raleigh rezoning project proposed by Kane Realty in July is still stalled after another hour of debate at a city council meeting Tuesday.

