At a BIPOC Business Roundtable discussion hosted by the Carrboro Department of Economic Development Tuesday, several business owners questioned why the town isn’t prioritizing the needs of its existing minority-led businesses.
Lena Geller
Lena Geller is a reporter for INDY, covering food, housing, and politics. She joined the staff in 2018 and previously ran a custom cake business.
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Durham Students Walk Out in Support of Gun Control, Reproductive Rights
With the probable overturn of Roe v. Wade and the constant specter of gun violence, local students, most too young to vote, are making their voices heard in the only way they feel they can—by walking out of class.
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Riverside Students Partner With UNC’s Ida B. Wells Society to Produce Original Journalism
The Ida B. Wells Society is a national organization housed in UNC-Chapel Hill’s journalism school that aims to increase the ranks and retention of reporters of color in the field of investigative reporting.
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NC Lawmakers Introduce the State’s Very Own ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
Democratic Governor Roy Cooper will likely veto the bill if it passes in the legislature, but it could be used to appeal to voters ahead of the November midterm elections if Republican candidates fold its contents into their rhetoric.
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Money in Politics: A Q&A with Bob Phillips of Common Cause
Candidates backed by PACs and special interest donors swept Democratic and Republican primary races this spring. Elections watchdog Bob Phillips explains why that’s not great for democracy—and how we can advocate for a better system.
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Meet Durham’s Newest City Council Member
Dr. Monique Holsey-Hyman—confident, vulnerable, and for the people—was appointed to finish the term of former member Charlie Reece.
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Beasley, Budd Win US Senate Primaries, Foushee Wins NC-04, Nickel, Hines Win NC-13
While Foushee is pretty much guaranteed her seat in Congress, Beasley and Nickel face tough challenges in US Senate and House races.
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Sunday Reading: The Insatiable Hunger of Shein
In a lengthy article published last week in Wired, writer Vauhini Vara goes behind-the-scenes of online fast-fashion retailer Shein, chronicling the China-based company’s rise to success.
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Turnpike Troubadours Headline Concert to Support Housing Accessibility in the Triangle
The October 28 show at the Red Hat Amphitheater will be the second in a two-part “Mighty Giveback” event benefiting 11 Triangle nonprofits.
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Resolution to Condemn Big Money Spending in NC-04 Congressional Race Fails in Carrboro Town Council
The council declined to vote on a resolution brought by Council member Sammy Slade at its meeting Tuesday night.