RTI International and Duke University plan major layoffs and research cuts that could cost the region hundreds of jobs and up to $700 million in health research spending.
RTI International and Duke University plan major layoffs and health research cuts totaling up to $700 million in spending, threatening hundreds of regional jobs and national medical research capacity.
City Council spends nearly $900,000 on off-year elections despite minimal voter turnout while general election years cost nothing, prompting Mayor Protem Middleton to request a procedures committee review of the expense.
Council unanimously approved a $1.8 million forgivable loan for Twin Lakes development, which will create 68 affordable housing units with costs minimized through incremental forgiveness over ten years.