City Council approved an extension of ShotSpotter’s contract with Detroit, but held off on a decision whether to expand the gunfire technology.
Malachi Barrett
Malachi Barrett is a mission-oriented reporter working to liberate information for Detroiters.
Barrett previously worked for MLive covering local news and statewide politics in Muskegon, Kalamazoo, Lansing and Detroit. He was named Michigan’s 2019 Newspaper Rising Star by the Associated Press. Barrett graduated from Central Michigan University in 2016.
Barrett lives in Detroit's Pingree Park neighborhood on the eastside with his wife. He's mostly from Battle Creek, but also lived in California, Wisconsin, West Virginia, South Carolina and Japan.
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Detroit lawsuit challenges ‘racially-biased undercount’ of population
Detroit’s population estimates have a major impact on federal funding and political power.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
How Detroit plans to end ‘traffic violence epidemic’
Traffic fatalities and injuries are increasing at a rapid rate as Detroit officials plan improvements to slow down cars and make streets safer
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City employee builds website to boost Detroit government access
SoapBox Detroit features public meeting schedules, agendas and a city contact directory
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Detroit has more homeowners than renters. But who’s buying?
For the first time in a decade, census estimates suggest there are more homeowners in Detroit than renters. It comes as more white residents are moving in and Black residents have moved out.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Report shows potential benefit of checks for poorest Detroiters
A new analysis on the impact of an unexpected bill for low-income residents could help make the case for a guaranteed income pilot in Detroit.
Posted inTransportation
Parking ticket discount misses Detroiters bypassing high insurance
Residents can save on parking fines if their vehicles are registered in Detroit, but some forgo the chance by registering in other cities or skipping auto insurance altogether.
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Is ShotSpotter effective? Data on Detroit technology fuels debate
Police say gunshot detection technology is a key tool to curb shootings. Critics say the impact is unproven.
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‘No safe place’ from mass shootings? Detroiters left weary
Violent crime is down, but Detroit experienced nine mass shootings this year.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Council delays decision on controversial plan for health inspection signage
Black-owned restaurants say council’s proposed ordinance could hurt businesses still struggling to recover from the pandemic, but some city officials argue it’s a move toward transparency.