Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine

What if $10 could help keep a family from losing its home? Raleigh Magazine’s fourth-annual Give Raleigh campaign is supporting seven local nonprofits working on the front lines of housing insecurity across Wake County—and Pinnacle Financial Partners is matching the first $10,000 raised. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam share the real people behind the statistics, why homelessness isn't always visible and how a small gift can make a surprisingly big difference.

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It's rant time. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam take a break from the news to air their latest grievances—from blinding LED headlights and reply-all etiquette to Raleigh traffic headaches, windshield wiper fluid and one restaurant trend that needs to end immediately. Consider yourselves warned.

• Taking a Louisville Slugger to LEDs
• Enough With the Noise—Ordinances
• Bars Aren’t for Babies
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Foodie News is back—and Raleigh has given us plenty to discuss. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam catch up on the restaurants, bars and breweries making moves in 2026, from buzzy openings and neighborhood newcomers to surprising closings, major pivots and what they reveal about Raleigh’s evolving dining scene.

• Big Cat on the Prowl in Raleigh
• Nothing Plane about Jane’s
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Raleigh is attracting bigger concert tours than ever—but is the city ready for them? Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam discuss the post-concert chaos surrounding recent Carter-Finley shows, why thousands of fans were left frustrated after Noah Kahan and what needs to happen before the next major act rolls into town.

• “Nightmare Scenario” Plays Out at Carter-Finley Concert
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Whether you're calling a rideshare, hopping on a scooter or just trying to avoid parking, getting around Raleigh isn't as simple—or affordable—as it used to be. Gina Stephens and Melissa Howsam explore what's driving the costs, the challenges riders face and what it means for a growing city.

• Why Raleigh Rideshares Are Surging
• Raleigh’s Revolving Ride Revolution Scoots Out of Reach?
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What should Raleigh look like as it continues to grow? Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam dive into the debate over the city's signage rules—from glowing neon and bold storefronts to the regulations that shape Raleigh's streetscape. Are the rules preserving the city's charm, or are they holding back creativity and local character?

• Curbing Creativity or Keeping It Classy?
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From frozen yogurt and cupcakes to freakshakes and Crumbl cookies, Raleigh has never met a food trend it didn't try. This week, Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam dive into the city's latest obsession: customizable "slop bowls." Are grain-and-greens bowls here to stay—or headed for the same fate as the food fads that came before them?

• Slop Bowls + Other Fads Raleigh Loves to Hate
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The Carolina Hurricanes brought the Stanley Cup back to Raleigh—but the impact may last far longer than the celebration. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam unpack what the championship means for Raleigh's reputation, economy and future as a major sports destination. Plus: parade reactions, Cup trivia and why some believe the Canes just strengthened Raleigh's MLB case.

• Raleigh’s Stanley Cup Moment Is Bigger Than Hockey
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Raleigh’s iconic “Hair Curler” is checking back in. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam take listeners inside Hotel Indigo Raleigh, the highly anticipated transformation of the former Holiday Inn that nearly faced demolition. From the new 20th-floor cocktail bar to the stories hidden inside one of downtown’s most beloved landmarks, get an exclusive first look at one of Raleigh’s biggest hospitality projects.

• Full Circle: First Look at Raleigh Landmark Reborn
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If Raleigh roads feel increasingly stressful to navigate lately, you’re not imagining it. This week, we’re breaking down Raleigh’s newly identified most fatal intersections, why so many crashes happen in the same places and what the City’s long-term safety plan could mean for drivers, pedestrians and the future of Raleigh growth.

• Raleigh’s Most Dangerous Intersections Revealed
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