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Five giant trolls are headed to @dixpark.bsky.social this fall. These plus a troll each in Charlotte and High Point will be the largest troll installment in North America. Details: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #ralpol

The first session of the Black Maternal & Infant Health Conference at NC State is underway. #wakepol

Why children are sleeping in a Wake County government office building They range in age and sleep on air mattresses in converted meeting rooms. Here’s why.

A strained foster care system means some children and teenagers are sleeping on air mattresses in converted county conference rooms. Reality Check by @annamroman.bsky.social.

Why children are sleeping in a Wake County government office building They range in age and sleep on air mattresses in converted meeting rooms. Here’s why.

They range in age and sleep on air mattresses in converted meeting rooms. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #wakepol

Local nonprofit says Duke Energy won’t turn on the power to low-cost apartments EMPOWERment Inc. missed its May 1 move-in date, leaving potential tenants looking for alternative housing and couch surfing.

"Duke Energy’s delay in turning on the lights at a new affordable apartment building in Chapel Hill is running up a local nonprofit’s bill, while leaving some prospective tenants on the verge of homelessness" via @tammygrubb.bsky.social

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Durham woman being held hostage called 911. Why did police leave? The victim called 911 on the first day of her ordeal, but Durham police left without speaking to her.

"A Durham woman being held hostage in her home was repeatedly beaten and raped — but police left without speaking to her when she first called 911, according to a newly released search warrant."

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A really disturbing story from
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NC lands jet maker for projected 14,500-job factory, largest in recent history JetZero seeks to smash the hiring record for a North Carolina-backed economic project. Can it deliver?

JetZero has selected the Greensboro for its first factory, an ambitious $4.7 billion project the California aviation startup says could one day employ 14,500 workers. If successful, it will be the biggest new workforce in recent North Carolina history.

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Most protests are in downtown Raleigh. Here’s why anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally isn’t The Raleigh “No Kings” rally on Saturday instead will be held on Capital Boulevard.

The "No Kings" rally for Raleigh won't be in downtown. Details about where and why it will be on Capital Boulevard. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c...

‘No Kings’ anti-Trump protests all over NC on June 14, including Raleigh “No Kings is a nationwide day of defiance against authoritarianism,” protest organizers said.

And there are several more protests set throughout North Carolina this weekend as part of the "No Kings" rallies. Details about the NC protests: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a...

Protesters march in downtown Raleigh to rally against Trump immigration crackdown This is the second protest this week in Raleigh to show solidarity with Los Angeles ICE protests.

Protesters were in downtown Raleigh again last night. The Raleigh demonstration was the second this week to show solidarity with protesters in Los Angeles

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Crime tends to rise in the summer. How Raleigh police plan to address it Raleigh police plan to increase their presence in nightlife corridors as well as in transportation hubs and public parks.

“This is not a gotcha moment that we’re trying to surprise anybody. These are going to be our focus areas during the summer.”

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Wake County cuts funding for housing and EMS to increase spending for WCPSS “You can’t set yourself on fire to keep others warm,” said the commissioner who opposed the cuts.

“You can’t set yourself on fire to keep others warm,” said the commissioner who opposed the cuts. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #wakepol

He terrorized a Durham mother for 2 years. Now, he’s convicted of killing her. Nicole Bullock was killed in a Durham hotel room in 2023 by her ex-boyfriend, who has a long history of abusing her.

“I feel like the system failed her and her boys”

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Cary’s Waverly Place rezoned for taller and denser development as crowd boos The vote occurred after town leaders were jeered by upset residents, who forced a pause in the meeting.

"Please, don’t make me go there. I’ve never had to do that in all 17 years I’ve been mayor. Please, I beg you ..."

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Raleigh bar, nightclub owners have ‘notable level of mistrust’ of city, report says A new report offers the city insights to improve two areas of downtown Raleigh that have struggled in recent years: Glenwood South and Fayetteville Street.

There is a “notable level of mistrust” between nightlife venues and the city of Raleigh, according to a new report.
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New restaurant expands into downtown Raleigh’s Moore Square It’s the second location for this Hillsborough Street shop.

A new restaurant is opening this weekend in Moore Square in downtown Raleigh. #ralpol www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c...

Federal budget cuts stop air-quality review at Wake County government building Wake County wanted an “independent review” of test results for possible mold spores, radon gas and formaldehyde.

Wake County wanted an “independent review” of test results for possible mold spores, radon gas and formaldehyde. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #wakepol

Cary voters rejected a new stadium. What happens to the $75 million promised for it? The town of Cary wants the money to stay in town.

Cary voters rejected a new stadium. What happens to the $75 million promised for it?

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Wake County’s homeless population is growing. More than 150 are children. More than 60 veterans were counted among the local unsheltered population.

Wake County’s homeless population is growing. Volunteers counted 1,258 people, inc. 56 children, who slept in cars, tents, shelters and on the streets. School district count is over 5K b/c it includes kids in motels. (Via @annamroman.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #wakepol

How to Foster a Child Information about becoming a foster care parent for children removed from their home due to abuse or neglect. Abuse, neglect, child protection, dependency, child safety, child laws, infant surrender, ...

There are more than 400 children in foster care and there are only 67 foster homes in Wake County. Interested in helping? There are upcoming foster parent information meetings. Details: wake.gov/foster.

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NC proms look a little different this year, and the change is costing more The latest trend for a night under the stars is blooming among Triangle prom-goers.

You might be seeing photos of well-dressed high schoolers carrying small bouquets this spring. No, they're not all getting married. It's just for the prom. www.newsobserver.com/news/busines...

Details about the feline candidate who got "bi-pawtisan support" #ralpol

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NC county puts on hold a decision to remove fluoride from its water Harnett County provides water to some Wake County residents. Here’s what they’re talking about.

Harnett County Commissioners put on hold a decision to remove fluoride from the water. County Board of Health voted to recommend keeping fluoride in the water. But RFK Jr. will tell CDC to stop recommending flouride in water. (Via @annamroman.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a... #ncpol

NC faces a housing crisis. What are lawmakers doing about it? And will it make a dent? This NC legislative session, dozens of bills have been proposed to incentivize developers and boost housing supply. What to know.

"Among current proposals: a cluster of bipartisan bills to expand statewide “missing middle” housing — like duplexes, townhomes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) — in single-family neighborhoods."
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The wait is almost over! 🎉 Gipson Play Plaza opens to the community the weekend of June 6 - 8! Join us for a Grand Opening Celebration presented by
@dixconservancy
as we celebrate the opening of the largest adventure playground in the Southeast! We can't wait to welcome you!

Where Raleigh’s Village District will now let you drink outdoors or while shopping The original idea raised neighbors’ concerns. Here’s how they’re trying to resolve them.

The original idea raised neighbors’ concerns. Here’s how they’re trying to resolve them.

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Durham County sheriff says his office is underfunded. Here’s what we know Tensions persist as Sheriff Clarence Birkhead claims county commissioners aren’t addressing problems at the jail, among other concerns.

Tensions persist as Sheriff Clarence Birkhead claims county commissioners aren’t addressing problems at the jail, among other concerns.

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Should Capital Boulevard be a toll road between Raleigh and Wake Forest? Transportation planners seek public feedback on four tolling options for speeding construction of a 10-mile expressway in northern Wake County.

Lots of people are eager to see congested Capital Boulevard turned into a six-lane expressway between Raleigh and Wake Forest. But are they willing to pay tolls to make it happen sooner?

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As downtown street closes, here’s why Raleigh officials don’t fret about traffic South Street will close April 14 between Dawson and McDowell to make way for a new Red Hat Amphitheater.

South Street will close April 14 between Dawson and McDowell to make way for a new Red Hat Amphitheater.

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Where Raleigh’s Village District will now let you drink outdoors or while shopping The original idea raised neighbors’ concerns. Here’s how they’re trying to resolve them.

The original idea raised neighbors’ concerns. Here’s how they’re trying to resolve them.

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