Here’s a step-by-step guide for Detroiters interested in obtaining a business license to sell recreational marijuana in the city.
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Michigan moves to limit ‘mandatory minimum’ sentences and license suspensions
In an effort to curb mass incarceration and racial disparity, legislation would eliminate mandatory minimum sentence length for some low-level crimes and limit automatic license suspensions.
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Mike Duggan to run for third term as Detroit mayor
Absent in Wednesday’s campaign rally was any mention of Mike Duggan’s ongoing disputes with local leaders of marches for police reform. Nor was there any mention of the criticism Duggan faces for his use of tax incentives to lure major developments.
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Facing racist death threats, Detroit’s Cynthia Johnson won’t back down [VIDEO interview]
In an exclusive interview with BridgeDetroit, state Rep. Cynthia Johnson, a Detroit Democrat, shares some of the racist attacks and death threats she’s received. [WARNING: sensitive language]
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Bills could extend poverty tax exemption, increase outreach to low-income homeowners
The pandemic prompted the proposed extension, which local governments would need to adopt.
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Why Detroit council rejected the mayor’s proposal to aid overtaxed homeowners
The mayor’s resolution sought to fund a $6 million relief program for overtaxed Detroiters. City council voted no; here’s why.
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Trump withdraws Michigan suit, falsely claims Wayne County votes halted
Rudy Guiliani, President Trump’s campaign lawyer, said the campaign withdrew its federal suit challenging Michigan’s presidential vote because it has already succeeded in blocking certification of votes in Wayne County. It has not.
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Gov. Whitmer picks five Detroiters for Black Leadership Advisory Council
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has appointed five Detroiters to the new Black Leadership Advisory Council. Three will have leadership positions. Their work is expected to address racial inequality and help eradicate discrimination in Michigan.
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An explainer of Detroit’s voter-approved plan to eliminate blighted homes
More than 154,000 Detroiters voted for Proposal N. Here’s some of its goals.
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Will ballot boxes ease the possibility of a Detroit Election Day disaster?
The Michigan Secretary of State and city officials scramble to ensure every vote counts in November after it was determined that the majority of Detroit votes in August would have been tossed in a recount. They say ballot drop boxes will help.