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Wake Co. District Attorney Lorrin Freeman speaks after the Raleigh mass shooter sentencing

The Raleigh mass shooting of October 2022 gained some finality for victims and their families on Friday morning as a judge sentenced Austin Thompson to life in prison without the possibility of parole on five counts of murder.

Tracey Howard speaks after the Raleigh mass shooter was sentenced to life in prison without parole

Tree dedication at Oakwood Cemetery party of effort to plant 250 trees in Raleigh

The Raleigh Rotary America 250 Oak City Tree Campaign invites residents to help plant over 250 oak trees across the city in celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

Raleigh announces final season of loose leaf collection; new yard waste service starts 2026

Raleigh's current leaf collection service is ending after the season, making way for a revamped yard waste system launching in 2026. The new service promises efficient, eco-friendly waste management.

Raleigh pushes ahead with Fayetteville Street plan to add more art, outdoor dining

On Tuesday, the Raleigh city council approved a new phase of the Fayetteville Streetscape project. It will add more public art, remove some stone and marble planters plus make more space for outdoor dining.

Runners participate in annual City of Oaks Marathon

Nearly one thousand runners gathered in Raleigh on Sunday morning for the City of Oaks Marathon. Participants ran in a variety of races, including the full marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K.

Why is Raleigh called Raleigh?

Sir Walter Raleigh, the city of Raleigh's namesake, was executed in London.

Raleigh Convention Center expansion renderings show scale of revamp

The Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex has unveiled the architectural renderings of the new Raleigh Convention Center expansion.

Raleigh noise ordinance going into effect in 2026

The noise ordinance targets popular areas in Raleigh like Fayetteville Street and Glenwood South.

Raleigh noise ordinance to go into effect in 2026

Raleigh leaders passed a noise ordinance for businesses to follow on Tuesday.

Raleigh rethinks how to grow as flooding, heat and traffic worsen

Raleigh is rewriting its 20-year Comprehensive Plan to manage booming growth while tackling flooding, heat, and housing challenges through denser, more climate-resilient development.

WRAL Investigation into firefighter overtime spurs call to action

WRAL Investigates found Raleigh Firefighters are working a lot of overtime. Raleigh's Mayor Pro Tempore is now planning to help cut back.

WRAL investigation into Raleigh firefighter overtime spurs call to action by mayor pro tem

After a WRAL investigation showing Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of overtime in one year, Mayor Pro Tempore Stormie Forte requested that the city manager and fire chief formally assess firefighter burnout, appropriate staffing levels, and the need for a shift modification study.

Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

The Raleigh Fire Department accrued more than 117,000 overtime hours and nearly $4.84 million in overtime spending in the last fiscal year, more than any other city department.

Raleigh Fire Department racks up nearly $4.84 million in overtime in latest fiscal year

The Raleigh Fire Department accrued more than 117,000 overtime hours and nearly $4.84 million in overtime spending in the last fiscal year, more than any other city department.

Residents and government come together for Raleigh Expo

The City of Raleigh's Community Engagement Department will hold its Second Annual Engage Raleigh Expo at the McKimmon Center. The event brings together residents, nonprofits, businesses, and government in one space.

Raleigh's Tryon Road reopens following sewer main break

A stretch of Tryon Road has fully reopened as emergency repairs from a sewer main break are complete, Raleigh leaders announced on Wednesday.

Downtown Raleigh alliance releases "State of Downtown" report

Officials with the Downtown Raleigh Alliance shared an update on the future of downtown Raleigh. Leaders shared the "State of Downtown" report giving a bigger picture on how downtown storefronts are doing.

Raleigh breaks ground on affordable neighborhood near downtown

Raleigh Area Land Trust and the city of Raleigh on Monday broke ground on The Cottages of Idlewild, an affordable housing community located on Idlewild Avenue near downtown Raleigh.

Tryon Road pipe repairs in Raleigh could create delays on first day of school

Raleigh commuters face traffic challenges as an eastbound lane on Tryon Road near Brisk Gallop Way remains closed for sewer line repairs. The closure affects back-to-school traffic, prompting changes in bus stop locations.

Tryon Road closure affects back-to-school traffic and bus routes during sewer line repair

Raleigh's Gipson Play Plaza to boost safety with overnight security patrols after council vote

Raleigh City Council members unanimously approved a contract with Rhino Sports & Entertainment, LLC for supplemental security at Gipson during the overnight hours and special events.

Safety patrols coming to Gipson Play Plaza at Raleigh's Dix Park

Nearly half a million people have visited Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park in the two months since it opened in June. The Raleigh City Council approved nearly $300,000 for overnight, unarmed private security at the plaza.

Judge rules against Raleigh nightlife ordinance

A Wake County Superior Court judge has ruled Raleigh's nightlife permit and fee ordinance "illegal and unenforceable."

Raleigh Sanitation workers call for better working conditions

As Raleigh sanitation worker Charlen Parker addresses the City Council, he sheds light on issues faced by sanitation employees, including outdated equipment and inadequate support.