Raleigh, N.C., implemented a curfew at 10 p.m. Friday ahead of two protests planned in the city.
Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said that the state’s capital is a place “where people can exercise their rights and have their voices heard,” but she is declaring the curfew due to potential civil unrest.
“The threat of civil unrest has created a state of emergency in the City of Raleigh and immediate attention is required to protect the public health and welfare, prevent damage to property, ensure public safety, and render emergency relief,” her emergency order said.
