Candidates discussed the future of the city’s bus system during a Thursday forum, including how they would coordinate regional partnerships, secure funding for new projects and improve the overall perception of public transit.
Election 2025
Posted inElection 2025
Detroit mayoral candidates court unions
Tuesday’s event carries some major stakes: Members of affiliate unions in the AFL-CIO federation will vote to decide who gets their endorsement, potentially unlocking a mobilizing force.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Election 2025, Political and Public Policy Information
Detroit Council member files lawsuit to reverse ballot disqualification
Detroit City Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero is going to court to dispute a late fee that caused her to be disqualified from running for re-election in 2025.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Election 2025
Clerk: Santiago-Romero disqualified
Malachi has the latest developments with candidate petitions for the August ballot. Plus, a tax break for a popular East African eatery, land sales and more.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Election 2025
Should Detroit impose new taxes?
The City Council unanimously agreed to commission a study on creating local sales taxes in Detroit.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Election 2025
Detroit council member’s fight to stay on 2025 ballot hinges on late fee
District 6 City Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero is fighting for the ability to run for re-election in the district representing Southwest Detroit after she was disqualified from the August primary ballot over a $250 late filing fee.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Election 2025
Detroit’s 2025 ballot taking shape
Malachi has the latest on who turned in nominating petitions, who is certified for the ballot and where you can catch the candidates.
Posted inElection 2025, Political and Public Policy Information
Trump order jeopardizes voting rights for Michigan military members overseas
A recent executive order by President Donald Trump would change how service members overseas will vote and make it harder for them to cast ballots.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Election 2025
What Detroit candidates are saying
Malachi Barrett reports on developments in the city’s 2025-26 budget negotiations. Plus, the latest announcements and policy proposals from 2025 mayoral candidates.
Posted inElection 2025, Political and Public Policy Information
Attorney Todd Perkins launches mayoral campaign as neighborhood warrior
Perkins is advocating for more affordable housing, reducing taxes for residents and businesses, supporting schools, expanding community centers and developing mass transportation networks.