Here’s how to track down and reach out to your representatives and elected officials in Detroit.
Bridge staff
Posted inElection 2026, Political and Public Policy Information
It’s Election Day, Detroit. Here’s what to know.
It’s primary day and the polls are open until 8 p.m. Here are some of the proposals and key races on the ballot.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Thanedar faces progressive challenge from McKinney in Michigan’s 13th District primary
State Rep. Donavan McKinney, a 34-year-old Black Detroit native who is serving his second term in the state House, is Shri Thanedar’s main opponent in the Aug. 4 primary.
Posted inMichigan Government, Political and Public Policy Information
DOJ to send election monitors to Detroit, Lansing, East Lansing
As the Trump administration ramps up scrutiny of Michigan elections, the Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to Detroit, Lansing and East Lansing for the Aug. 4 primary.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
Join us! RSVP to ‘Billion Dollar Bills, Y’all’
Breaking down how Detroit’s budget works, what departments receive funding and staffing decisions within the mayor’s administration.
Posted inMichigan Government
Read Mike Duggan’s full message ‘to Michigan’ below:
Here’s Mike Duggan’s full message to Michigan votes after announcing he’s dropping his independent bid for governor in the 2026 race.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Election 2025
Transition Tracker: Mayor Sheffield names Freedom House CEO to lead immigrant affairs
BridgeDetroit is watching as Mary Sheffield transitions into the mayor’s office. Come back for updates.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development, Political and Public Policy Information
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending economic agenda
The Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs, a decision with major implications for Michigan.
Posted inPolice & Public Safety, Political and Public Policy Information
Detroiters respond after Minneapolis nurse killed by ICE
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.
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.