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.
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.
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.
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.

