On the first Tuesday of August each year, porch lights are turned on across Raleigh as part of the National Night Out event, supported by the Raleigh Police Department (RPD). The initiative is designed to promote community engagement and strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement. According to the City of Raleigh, the event has been observed nationally since 1984 and aims to encourage neighborhood cooperation and awareness.
For more than 30 years, the Raleigh Police Department has participated in National Night Out, promoting awareness of neighborhood connections and surroundings as part of public safety efforts. This year’s event, set for August 5, encourages residents to leave their porch lights on from 7 to 10 p.m…