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Top Raleigh news: 6 running for mayor; legislative map thrown out by state court panel; more

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Published on September 04, 2019
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Missed the the most recent top news in Raleigh? Read on for everything you need to know.

Six candidates running to become Raleigh's next mayor

Six candidates are running to replace Nancy McFarlane as Raleigh Mayor. The race is a non-partisan election.

Read the full story on ABC Raleigh, WTVD.

Raleigh mom creates program to bring hope, self-empowerment to girls

It was through her own journey of self healing that Sarah Williams realized she wanted to help young girls find their self worth.

Read the full story on ABC Raleigh, WTVD.

City council approves new 40-story tower in downtown Raleigh

City council members on Tuesday voted in favor of a major rezoning request for the Peace Street and Capital Boulevard corridor, paving the way for a new development that could rise up to 40 stories.

Read the full story on ABC Raleigh, WTVD.

North Carolina’s legislative map is thrown out by state court panel

A three-judge panel in Raleigh threw out North Carolina’s state legislative map as an unconstitutional partisan gerrymander and ordered new maps drawn and approved by Sept. 18.

Read the full story on The New York Times.

Cameras installed around Raleigh in hopes to deploy emergency responders expeditiously

Wayne Miles, who oversees the city’s stormwater management program, showed CBS17 on Tuesday the various cameras already installed and the advantages they offer during storms.

Read the full story on WNCN.


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