Downtown Raleigh Alliance Coverage

'Big Dream' forum: Future of downtown Raleigh in talks on Wednesday

People who live and work in downtown Raleigh will share their thoughts about the future of downtown.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL reporter

Fayetteville Street makeover: Raleigh planners to present '10 big ideas'

The Downtown Raleigh Alliance will present what they call their "10 big ideas" to the city council Tuesday.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

New data affirms downtown Raleigh’s post-COVID rebound

Downtown Raleigh ended 2023 with 54 new storefront businesses and a steady stream of weekday visitors. Let’s unpack the latest data from the Downtown Raleigh Alliance, which is tracking the city’s post-COVID recovery. 

Downtown Raleigh sales rebound after summer spike in crime

Downtown Raleigh is showing signs of a rebound. Crime is down and businesses are reporting an increase in sales.

Downtown Raleigh businesses see rebound as crime rates drop

Downtown Raleigh is showing signs of a rebound. Crime is down and businesses are reporting an increase in sales.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Death of child dancer mars history & celebration of Raleigh's annual Christmas parade

In 2022, the annual celebration was marred by an unexpected tragedy when an out-of-control pickup truck plowed into a dance troupe of young girls, killing 11-year-old Hailey Brooks.

Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

Private security begins patrolling parts of downtown Raleigh today

Just in time for Halloween crowds, a private security force will begin patrolling parts of downtown Raleigh.

How can Downtown Raleigh draw more office workers, boost foot traffic? 'First 20 feet' experience

Is the "pedestrian experience" key to bringing more office workers and small businesses to Downtown Raleigh? Mitchell Silver thinks so. Check out his comments during this year's State of Downtown event.

More residential units than ever under construction in downtown Raleigh, report says

More residential units than ever before are under construction in downtown Raleigh, according to the  2023 State of Downtown Report that was just released by the Downtown Raleigh Alliance. Check out other report highlights.

More than 2,000 residences, offices, retail space driving growth, Downtown Raleigh Alliance report says

Development continues across Raleigh with thousands of new residences, hotel rooms and space for offices as well as retail despite an economy afflicted with inflation and high interest rates, according to a new report from the Downtown Raleigh Alliance.

Downtown Raleigh businesses celebrate more employees are working on-site

Downtown Raleigh’s population could double in next decade, with nearly $2 billion in new development projects

Developers are planning billions of dollars worth of new projects in downtown Raleigh.

Commercial and residential real estate in high demand in downtown Raleigh, new report finds

Whether for work, living space or a combination, demand for real estate in downtown Raleigh is high. It is driving further development and growth.

Space, whether residential or office, in high demand in downtown Raleigh, new report finds

A new report from the Downtown Raleigh Alliance tracks what's happening in downtown's residential market and office market, plus parking lot occupancy.

Love sandwiches? This Downtown Raleigh week is for you

From March 7 to 13 just post a photo of your sandwich from a Downtown Raleigh Restaurant on social media using the hashtag #DTRSandwichWeek.

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week returns with fun menu items

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week returns on Nov. 5-14.

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

First glance at 2021's State of downtown Raleigh report

The coronavirus pandemic on top of last summer's protests has presented quite the challenge for downtown Raleigh businesses over the past 16 months.

City leaders discuss Downtown Raleigh Notification System​

The City of Raleigh is working on a "Downtown Raleigh Notification System" in direct response to protest events and civic unrest in 2020 -- to help notify and protect downtown residents and businesses.

Raleigh residents could soon get text message alerts about protests, civil unrest

Raleigh residents could soon begin receiving text messages providing alerts about civil unrest or protests that could impact their homes or locally-owned businesses.

Keely Arthur, WRAL reporter, & Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

City leaders discuss Downtown Raleigh Notification System​

Raleigh residents could soon register to receive text alerts related to protests or civic unrest that could impact their homes or businesses.

New grant helps Raleigh restaurants expand outdoor dining options during winter months

As downtown Raleigh restaurants head into the colder months, they are facing new challenges with expanding their outdoor seating and keeping customers warm.

Keely Arthur, WRAL reporter

Expanding outdoor dining options in downtown Raleigh

Around 40 local restaurants in the area are now using city property for outdoor dinning. As winter approaches, city officials and the Downtown Raleigh Alliance are trying to help restaurants sustain business during the colder months with a new grant.

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week returns this week

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week is back for two weekends this October.

Virus, looting battered downtown Raleigh, but didn't knock it out

Downtown Raleigh's economy is showing signs of life after a very rough spring and summer.

Downtown Raleigh rebounding from closures, riots

Downtown Raleigh's economy is showing signs of life after a very rough spring and summer.

Keely Arthur, WRAL reporter