The USDA is reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule I drug (think heroin, LSD) to Schedule III—and other timely local and national news tidbits.
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.
Who Will Lead Our City?
A district-by-district guide outlining each area, its residents’ primary concerns and the candidates who hope to represent them.
Mayor Baldwin Not Running for Reelection
After serving two terms, Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin has announced she is *not* running for reelection.
Former City Planner to Run for City Council
Former city planner Mitchell Silver is campaigning for Raleigh’s District A with a focus on quality growth, housing choices and public safety.
Taking the Temp
The latest news you need to know now, from sports betting legalization in NC to updated COVID isolation period rules and more.
Road Reform
After a decade of debating and planning, City Council unanimously passed a plan to widen Six Forks Road to six lanes—and add a median + walking/biking path.
Taking the Temp
The latest local and national news you need to know, from mental health resources in NC to artificial intelligence updates and more.
It’s Electric!
E-bikes are the ride of the future—and with a new incentive program in the works, Raleigh hopes to encourage its residents to hop on board.
Redrawing Shaw
Now that the rezoning process is complete, Raleigh HBCU Shaw University gets set to debut The ShawU District, bridging the gap with the Downtown community.



