Host Stephen Henderson sits down with Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield for a wide-ranging interview about her family’s legacy in Detroit, their influence in the labor movement, and her historic victory as the City of Detroit’s first woman mayor.
Political and Public Policy Information
Posted inMichigan Government, Political and Public Policy Information
Bernie Sanders-backed challenger takes on Thanedar in 13th District race
BridgeDetroit contacted all of the candidates in the 13th District House primary, which is one of two seats representing Detroit in Congress. Here’s what they said.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Political and Public Policy Information
Sheffield releases 100+ page report on Detroiters quality of life issues
More than 8,000 residents responded to the Rise Higher Detroit survey — representing 39 of the city’s 46 ZIP codes.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Housing, Political and Public Policy Information
Tenants’ lawyers say Detroit court is handling evictions wrong
Attorneys for the Detroit Tenants Union sent a letter to the 36th District Court asking for institutional changes.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information, Transportation
Gordie Howe bridge opening delayed over ‘outstanding issues’
The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block has been delayed due to “outstanding issues.”
Posted inEducation, Political and Public Policy Information
Michigan bills aimed at improving student literacy clear House committee
One of the bills requires all K-5 teachers to receive training in high quality reading instruction methods.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Political and Public Policy Information
Detroit’s Master Plan in ‘home stretch’
The set of policies are meant to be a “roadmap for Detroit’s future.”
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Political and Public Policy Information
Mary Sheffield’s message at Mackinac: Sustainable growth matters
The mayor then laid out her commitment to tackling poverty elimination as a “pro-growth strategy” during the 2026 conference centered on the theme of common ground.
Posted inMichigan Government, Political and Public Policy Information
Biz leaders push data centers, warning Michigan may miss ‘golden ticket’
Despite data center protests on the mainland, business leaders at a Mackinac Island conference urged elected officials and candidates to back proposed projects — even as policymaker misgivings grow.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information, Transportation
Wayne County transit millage explained: what it is, how much it costs
The Free Press recently spoke with officials from Wayne County, SMART and the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) about the proposed millage and how it will affect residents and taxpayers. Here is what to know: