Hundreds of poll challengers are ready to scrutinize ballots in Detroit and other cities on Nov. 3. They say they’re motivated by patriotism. Foes say their goal is to depress turnout in Democratic cities.
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For Detroiters with disabilities, the polling place can be barrier to voting
Despite federal guidelines, some voters with disabilities may face challenges casting a ballot in Detroit. Advocates and election officials are working to remove barriers to voting in the November election.
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Meet the candidates vying for 3 spots on the Detroit school board
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters will elect three people who will take seats on the Detroit school board during a critical period in the district’s turnaround efforts. Fourteen people are running for the three, four-year terms. The candidates include three incumbents, several former school board members, community activists and retired educators.
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Do you have questions or concerns about voting in Detroit? Let us know.
Are you a Detroit voter, poll worker or elections official? We want to hear from you if you have questions or problems related to the 2020 voting process.
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Detroiters get out early to vote as officials work to avoid Election Day chaos
23 satellite voting offices open, new alliances form to protect Detroiters’ right to vote amid rising concern of suppression tactics.
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Detroit’s war on blight faces a growing threat: repairing tens of thousands of homes
Detroit’s Proposal N vows to repair 8,000 tax-foreclosed homes. The problem is bigger than that, housing advocates contend.
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Detroit, here’s what’s on your Aug. 4 primary election ballot
The primary election is next week. We have links to a sample ballot, voter registration and absentee ballot information.