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A Safer Greensboro Starts with Strong Leadership

Greensboro is a city of energy, diversity, and promise—but for far too many residents, safety has become a growing concern. With a total crime rate hovering near 47 crimes per 1,000 residents, Greensboro’s crime level is significantly above the national average and among the highest in the state

Greensboro’s crime rate is nearly double the national average—families face a 1 in 120 chance of being a victim of violent crime and a 1 in 26 chance of property crime. Nicky Smith knows we can do better. As a proven business and community leader, he will back our police with the resources they need, strengthen neighborhood partnerships, and bring data-driven solutions that deliver real results. His goal is simple: safer streets, stronger neighborhoods, and a Greensboro where every family feels secure.

Proposed rezoning prompts opposition from New Irving Park residents

Tim Souhan and his dog Bailey walk home from the lot on Willoughby Drive that could be rezoned from single family to multiple family in Greensboro on April 8. Souhan and other residents of the New Irving Park community oppose the rezoning because they have concerns about safety and the appropriateness of townhomes in the single-family home community. WOODY MARSHALL, NEWS & RECORD

Residents of Greensboro’s New Irving Park are rallying against a proposed rezoning that could transform a quiet corner into a bustling townhome development. Developer B.J. Johnson aims to increase density from three single-family homes to eight townhomes on less than an acre, raising concerns about safety, traffic, and neighborhood character. Local residents, including Councilman Zack Matheny, argue that this project could set a troubling precedent for future developments. As the city pushes for rapid housing growth, the community is determined to protect their neighborhood’s integrity. Will they succeed in their fight against this controversial plan?