Author Archives: Chrystal Bartlett
Higher Incomes, Disability Rates for Raleigh Vets
The latest Census data show most of Raleigh’s veterans are more likely to be disabled and earn a higher median income than average.
Majority of Raleigh Renters, Some Owners Burdened by Housing Costs
Census Bureau data show that many in Raleigh pay more than 35 percent of their income on housing, which many consider to be too much.
Peace Students, Alumnae Continue Protests despite Police Presence, New Policy
Weeks of student and alumnae protests at Peace College will culminate in the largest presence yet on Saturday, despite police on campus, heightened security and a new Speech, Expression and Assembly Policy. Some say the new measures create a climate where “students fear being arrested, kicked out or losing scholarships.” Photo by Karen Tam.
Bell Tower Merchants: No Notice on NCSU Hotel
Merchants across from the NC State Bell Tower said they had no notice before the university announced a new hotel will be built where their businesses sit. Now, they are trying to figure out what the future holds.
City-University Tensions Grow in Southwest Raleigh
Southwest Raleigh residents want the city to take steps to preserve traditional neighborhoods as N.C. State University students increasingly choose to live off-campus.
State Forces Change to Rental Registration
Fee caps and a “reasonable cause” requirement before inspecting rental properties have sent Raleigh’s ordinance writers back to the drawing board while rental property owners rejoice.
New Bike Racks Installed Downtown
Downtown-bound cyclists now have their choice of 222 spots to lock up bikes that aren’t trees and sign posts. Photo by Karen Tam.
Census: More Same-Sex and Unmarried Couples Living Together
Census 2010 counted same sex couples for the first time. Raleigh’s total of all unmarried couples rose by 25 percent and husband wife couples are now a minority.
Raleigh’s Housing Picture
Fast growth combined with the economic downturn has created more single-family home and rental vacancies through foreclosures and lowered demand. Affordable housing stocks are in scarce supply but options exist for Raleigh residents with low to moderate incomes.
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