DNR awards new community grants to grow Southeast Michigan’s urban tree canopy
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is giving money to 25 communities and organizations to help grow local urban tree...
MichMash: After mayoral win, is Sheffield the second most powerful Democrat in Michigan?
Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield had a historic win on Tuesday, becoming the first woman to be elected Mayor of Detroit. In...
Report says local court funding relies too much on fines, fees
A new judicial task force report calls for an overhaul in how Michigan’s local courts are funded. The report says...
The Metro Events Guide: Holiday markets, Native American Heritage Month and more
This week, we're highlighting ways to celebrate Native American Heritage Month, experiences that celebrate Detroit excellence and local markets to...
The Metro: The two Republican frontrunners in the governor’s race
Political junkies have their minds on the elections that just happened this past week. But one year ahead, there are...
The Progressive Underground: Durand Jones & The Indications are soul revivalists for a new generation
In this edition of 5-on-5, we shine a light on one of the most vital soul bands of the modern...
Hamtramck mayoral race remains undecided
Unofficial results say that Adam Alharbi beat Muhith Mahmood in Hamtramck’s mayoral race by 11 votes in Tuesday’s election—but officials...
The Metro: The pressures of being a first
For the first time, a woman is mayor-elect for the City of Detroit. Mary Sheffield is a 38-year old Black...
Dearborn elects Mayor Abdullah Hammoud for second term
Dearborn voters have elected Mayor Abdullah Hammoud for a second term. Hammoud won with more than 70% of the votes...
Denzel McCampbell wins District 7 seat
In Northwest Detroit, District 7 went to Denzel McCampbell. He defeated Democratic Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett, who angered many...
AP Race Call: Mary Sheffield wins Detroit mayor’s race, will be first woman to lead city
WASHINGTON (AP) — Mary Sheffield won the race for Detroit mayor on Tuesday, defeating Solomon Kinloch Jr. to become the...
2025 Municipal Election Results: Oakland County
In Oakland County, we're tracking key mayoral races, as well as a proposal for a Novi school bond and a Troy...