In a recent exhibition at the Anchorlight Gallery in Raleigh, artist Saba Taj channeled the emotional pain they felt over the suffering and loss that Palestinians in Gaza have experienced since Oct. 7 into a series of paintings that feature Palestinian birds and plants.
A one-year pilot program began in late 2022. Hidden microphones were placed in neighborhoods in East and Southeast Durham that would warn police about possible gunfire.
Unlike in many states, North Carolina public school teachers can not collectively bargain contracts. Nor can they legally strike. The situation has broad effects for public school employees.