4 Detroit school board candidates have felony convictions, analysis finds
A Chalkbeat and BridgeDetroit analysis of the 34 names that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot found several convictions. Some candidates say their work with youth is informed by their interactions with the criminal justice system.
Interactive: See Detroit school board candidates being endorsed in their races
A number of influential slates, political action committees and prominent union groups are backing certain candidates and sharing their picks.
From ‘Three Sisters’ to 3200+ gardens: The long history of growing food in Detroit
More than 3,200 farms and gardens now grow across Detroit, continuing centuries of food cultivation. But as growers face questions about land access, funding and climate change, the city’s farming future remains uncertain.
Nonprofit to redevelop, own revamped RenCen. Gilbert pledges $1B
The unnamed nonprofit is slated to own and revamp the Renaissance Center and 35-acre east riverfront, amid an ongoing $2.2 billion redevelopment plan.
Detroit watchdog wants clearer rules for police commissioners and their badges
The Office of Inspector General recommended that both the police board and Detroit police establish “clear policy guidelines and corresponding training” about BOPC’s role at “active scenes.”
Detroit crime is falling. Residents say feeling safe is more complicated.
Violent crime is down but some Detroiters say the numbers don’t automatically translate to a sense of security.
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