Local Government News
City Reflects on a Year of Action in Celebration of Fair Housing Month
The City of Raleigh is commemorating Fair Housing Month by reflecting on the progress made in addressing housing disparities and the challenges that still lie ahead. In a press release, the City highlighted the importance of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, which made discrimination in housing transactions illegal, as the foundation for ongoing efforts to promote fair and affordable housing."April is a time to celebrate the efforts to remove inequities in housing, while acknowledging there is much more work to be done," said a City representative.Over the past year, the...
Jewish History Trolley Tour in Raleigh to Explore Jewish Heritage
The Jewish community in Raleigh, North Carolina, is set to embark on a unique journey to uncover its heritage and history through a special trolley tour event scheduled for Sunday, May 19th. The tour will delve into the rich history of Raleigh's Jewish roots, starting with Moses Mordecai, the first Jewish man recorded to live in the city and the namesake of Mordecai Historic Park.According to the event details, tickets for the Jewish History Trolley Tour are priced at $12 per person and can be purchased online at reclink.raleighnc.gov under the Tours section. For...