The historic district welcomes visitors as a year-and-a-half-long redevelopment project winds down and there’s a question of whether the Monroe blocks should remain pedestrian-only.
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Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Can Abdul El-Sayed unite Dems? He has work to do with Black, Jewish voters
Abdul El-Sayed wants to build a progressive ‘big tent’ to rally Democrats around his Senate campaign. But his GOP rival Mike Rogers is banking that key blocs aren’t ready to join the fold.
Posted inEducation, Jobs & Economic Development, Michigan Government
Michigan is spending $150M on one-time ‘educator’ bonuses. Here’s how it works
Michigan starting teacher pay is near the bottom while average teacher pay is middle of the pack. One lawmaker says the bonuses can help offset rising costs.
Posted inMichigan Government, Police & Public Safety
Michigan prisons paid millions over inmate deaths, disability discrimination
The Michigan Department of Corrections paid nearly $7 million to resolve 161 lawsuits and legal claims during fiscal year 2024-25, more than doubling its legal costs from the previous year despite fewer cases.
Posted inEnvironment
Detroit oil recycler drops application to reopen after fire: East side environmental activist ‘thrilled’
When Aevitas Specialty Services caught fire June 30, 2025, it caused approximately 1,000 gallons of oily water to spill onto the street.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Progressives won big Michigan primaries. Now comes the hard part
Abdul El-Sayed headlined a banner day for Michigan progressives. But experts say their primary wins could complicate the general election for Democrats.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in progressive ‘shockwave’
Abdul El-Sayed narrowly beat Haley Stevens in Michigan’s fiercely competitive US Senate primary.
Posted inElection 2026
LIVE UPDATES: Election turnout expected to be around 20-23%; 100,000 Detroiters voted
The BridgeDetroit team is visiting polling sites throughout the city to talk with voters about candidates, proposals and more. Follow along for updates.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Election 2026
Michigan live election results 2026
See live results courtesy of the Associated Press
Posted inElection 2026, Political and Public Policy Information
It’s Election Day, Detroit. Here’s what to know.
It’s primary day and the polls are open until 8 p.m. Here are some of the proposals and key races on the ballot.