One of four Michigan residents are nonwhite. Two of 14 state representatives in Congress are people of color. As district maps get redrawn, advocates seek a greater voice.
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An ex-Detroit police chief’s political hopes — and pending lawsuits
As former Detroit Police Chief James Craig gets the rock star treatment from conservatives, lawsuits over tactics used by police against last year’s Black Lives Matter demonstrators remain unresolved.
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Long, nasty battle over Detroit’s Proposal P enters final showdown
The Michigan Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the Detroit proposal to remake City government.
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Detroit City Council approves Duggan’s plan to spend $826 million in federal funds
Detroit City Council on Tuesday approved Mayor Mike Duggan’s proposal to spend millions in COVID-19-related federal funds.
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Debate over how Detroit should spend epic amount of federal aid heats up
Mayor Mike Duggan is seeking City Council approval for his plan to spend $426 million in American Rescue Plan funding. But the conversation may just be starting.
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Michigan GOP passes voter ID bill to deter ‘fraud.’ Critics call it ‘garbage’
The Senate bill ends the right for voters without ID to sign an affidavit. Republicans say it’s a small step to prevent fraud, which is exceedingly rare.
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Detroiters urged to weigh in on helping end gerrymandering
Michigan is expected to lose one congressional seat, so participation in redistricting meetings is “critical” for Detroiters to ensure they get adequate funding and representation.
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GOP income tax reform would be ‘nail in coffin’ for Michigan cities, some say
A House bill would bar 24 Michigan cities from imposing taxes on non-resident workers. Critics say that would be ‘catastrophic,’ but one Republican says ‘Thomas Jefferson would be proud.’
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Breonna Taylor’s mother to Michigan lawmakers: Ban police no-knock warrants
Breonna Taylor’s mom tells Michigan lawmakers to ban no-knock warrants as the Legislature considers reforming the practice, which allows police to enter a private premises without announcing their presence.
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Why the revision of Detroit’s city charter is so contentious
The revised city charter that Detroiters may vote on would make unprecedented changes to government, an analysis finds.