News
Wake Animal Shelter: Changes Will Improve Relations with Area Rescue Groups
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In this second part of a two-part story, the Record continues looking at the changes taking place at the Wake County Animal Shelter.
News
Rescue Groups Seek Changes at Wake Animal Shelter
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Some area rescue groups say policies at the Wake County Animal Shelter are leading to higher euthanasia rates. Meanwhile, shelter leaders say they are in the middle of an overhaul of the shelter’s policies.
City Council
Developer Says It Can No Longer Build, Sues City
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A developer filed a lawsuit recently against the city after Councilors approve a site plan for a nearby property.
City Council
Dix Lease Price Could Go Up, City Wants to Know by How Much
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With state officials unwilling to give the city any answers, it’s possible that city leaders will have to find additional funding for the potential Dix property lease.
County Government
Inside the New Wake Justice Center
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County and court officers have started moving into the new Wake County courthouse. The Register of Deeds and Revenue Department open for business Wednesday in the new $30-million building and more offices will move before the grand opening on July 1. Photographer Karen Tam takes you on a photo tour of the new building.
News
Hacking Downtown Raleigh’s Empty Lots
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For some Raleigh properties, development is a puzzle with missing pieces. A Raleigh “hackathon” recently debated ways to bring all the pieces and players together.
News
Bike, Pedestrian Funding from State at Risk
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A bill in the House and a companion provision in the Senate budget could eliminate state funding for bicycle and pedestrian projects. HB 817 replaces the equity formula, which has been in place since the 1980s, said Raleigh’s Transportation Manager Eric Lamb. The original formula distributed money in equal parts across the state — regardless of traffic or population.
City Council
Council Roundup: Falls Lake Watershed Project Approved
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City Council members Tuesday approved the Life Time Fitness project planned for the Falls Lake watershed this week. Councilors also got an update on the Union Station plan and the Upper Neuse Clean Water Initiative.
City Council
New Solar Farm in the Pipe for Midtown
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City Council members last month approved a new solar farm off Glenwood Avenue just north of the Beltline, but it will be years before residents see any solar panels.
City Council
City Workers Argue for Higher Raises in Next Year’s Budget
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Councilors heard from city employees Tuesday night at its budget hearing. They argued for better raises for employees in next year’s budget. People also spoke about the need for better upkeep of the Moore Square bus station, more public transit and continued support for social service organizations.
