Raleigh’s municipal election filing period is over, which means it’s time to start knowing the field and what’s at stake.
Meet Raleigh’s 2025 City Council
Raleigh Magazine sits down with Mayor Janet Cowell to chat her vision for the City of Oaks and how she plans to work with City Council.
Raleigh’s Race Is On
We delve into this year’s Raleigh City Council candidates’ stances on this election season’s hot button issues.
Red Hat Amphitheater Is Still at Risk
Due to rare circumstances, City Council must vote on the South Street Plan a second time, putting Red Hat Amphitheater back in danger.
Red Hat Amphitheater Set to Remain Downtown
City Council votes to save Red Hat Amphitheater.
Do City Council Candidates Stand With Red Hat Amp?
We asked all sitting members of Raleigh City Council—and other candidates vying for a seat—whether they stand with the expansion …
The Impact of Red Hat Amp Leaving DTR
Red Hat Amphitheater is due for an expansion, but a debate over a single block could lead to its permanent closure, costing millions.
Mayoral + City Council Candidates Cheat Sheet
While we won’t vote until November, the race for mayor and City Council is heating up as the filing period comes to a close.
Term Tweaks
City Council members will now serve four-year terms.
City Council Votes on 4-Year Terms
The election process for City Council will face another change, affecting how its members are elected—and how long they will hold their seats.
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