Crime is down in Raleigh—but a recent string of shootings and violent incidents across the city is testing that narrative in real time.
Raleigh Police Funding Beyond the Budget
When city budgets fall short, the Raleigh Police Foundation steps in—funding the tools and technology that can change outcomes in real time.
RPD’s Operation Nuisance Noise
RPD’s Operation Nuisance Noise cracks down on street racers, loud cars, and motorcycles disrupting Downtown.
RPD Vacancies Are Down
Thanks to recruitment efforts, employment gaps in Raleigh law enforcement are trending downward. After a year seeking solutions to the …
Advancing Women in Policing
In celebration of Women’s History Month, The Raleigh Police Department recently signed the 30×30 Pledge to improve the representation and experiences of women in law policing.
RPD’s New Leader: Chief Estella Patterson
Raleigh Mag sat down with Police Chief Patterson to ask about her vision for Raleigh as “the safest city,” community-based policing & more
After Action Recommendations for the Raleigh Police Department
WEB EXCLUSIVE Following the police brutality—including the use of tear gas—that ensued after peaceful protests in downtown Raleigh in May …
By the Numbers: RPD’s Protest Report
The Raleigh Police Department spent more than a $1 million during nine days of protests in the city’s downtown, following …
Next Door: New App for Safety
The sound of gunshots while sleeping in the early morning made me spring to attention. “Not again,” said my wife …