Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield was among the leaders across Michigan over the weekend to condemn federal immigration policies and violence after Pretti was fatally shot on Jan. 24 during a protest in the streets of Minneapolis.
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Posted inMichigan Government
Who’s running for Michigan governor: Garlin Gilchrist ends bid, runs for SOS
Michigan voters will elect a new governor in 2026. See which candidates are already lining up to run.
Posted inResilience in the D
Resilience in the D roundup: Honoring Detroiters
Here’s a look back on four Detroiters who deserve to be honored for their work. Come back in January for the fifth honoree.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Police & Public Safety
It’s home heating season. The Detroit Fire Department has tips to stay safe
The department is sharing home heating safety reminders on the heels of two deadly house fires in the city within two days.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Housing, Jobs & Economic Development
Detroit unveils redevelopment project for Packard Plant site
Packard Park will create jobs, preserve history, establish new housing options and build culture and community.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Historic government shutdown ends. Michigan lawmakers divided on deal
Michigan’s US House delegation votes along party lines on bill to end historic 43-day government shutdown.
Posted inEducation
Michigan K-12 crisis: Chronic absenteeism harms education across the state
Educators agree: chronic absenteeism is a huge problem in Michigan schools, impacting learning and dragging down test scores of even students who show up to class.
Posted inElection 2025
BridgeDetroit 2025 Voter Guide: Who is running for Board of Police Commissioners
Here are the candidates who have filed to run for Board of Police Commissioners:
Posted inElection 2025, Political and Public Policy Information
VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know about voting in Detroit’s Nov. 4 election
Detroit voters will select a mayor, an entirely new City Council, 7 members of the Board of Police Commissioners and city clerk.
Posted inElection 2025
BridgeDetroit 2025 Voter Guide: Who is running for City Council
Here are the candidates running for City Council