Detroit student stabbed by classmate whose mother snuck a knife into school, officials say The stabbing occurred after the child’s mother reportedly gave her child a “small knife,” said a statement from the Detroit Public Schools Community District.

Detroit looks to rezone parcels along the Joe Louis Greenway The city launched public engagement around efforts to rezone areas along the Joe Louis Greenway to ensure environmentally conscious and appropriate uses of adjacent land.

BridgeDetroit 2025 Voter Guide: Who is running for Community Advisory Council CACs are meant to inform City Council about community needs ian their district — especially how well city services and programs are working. 

Kinloch campaign targets unhappy residents with pitch for new leadership With the Nov. 4 election just weeks away and absentee ballots mailed out, Rev. Solomon Kinloch and City Council President Mary Sheffield are making their final efforts to reach voters and will face off during a live debate on…

Detroit City Council backs repeal of Michigan’s ban-on-bans for plastic bags Detroit City Council resolution highlights the cost of plastic waste, including the health threat posed by microplastics and nanoplastics.

Students at this Detroit school got free bikes. Here’s how they say it helped attendance. Many students at Davis Aerospace said the bicycles helped them reduce the amount of time they had to walk or wait for buses.

Saving old schools could save the neighborhood Simpson released his final report to the City Council to put the contributions made under his administration on the public record.

Sterling Heights to open housing voucher program wait list: How to apply, who qualifies The Sterling Heights Housing Commission is taking applications for its housing choice voucher program wait list. On the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 8, the commission will open the waiting list to the first 100…

Why Justin Onwenu is running for state Senate in 2026 Onwenu hasn’t run for office before, but he’s no stranger to government service.

Culture Canvas: A tale as old as time in Detroit Micah talks with Fergie Philippe, who plays Beast in the new production of Beauty and the Beast at the Fisher Theatre through Sunday. Plus, the latest arts and culture news and events.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: Breaking down the City Council races Here's what residents have told us are the most pressing issues in each districtand how each candidate says they will address them.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about the At-large City Council race The at-large council members sit on the nine-person legislative arm of city government and represent all residents.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 7  Detroit's west side will decide Nov. 4 whether to back a candidate with a progressive agenda or a four-term state lawmaker.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 6 Voters in Southwest Detroit will have a choice on Nov. 4 to go with a younger progressive candidate or a seasoned moderate.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 5 he district will have new representation for the first time in more than a decade with Mary Sheffield running for mayor.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 4 Latisha Johnson is unopposed in her bid for a second term make progress on improving neighborhoods and protecting residents from pollution.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 3 Residents of District 3 want their next council person to participate more in the community, provide resources for seniors and more.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 2 Residents want their next council person to prioritize parks, uplift neighborhood champions and support small businesses.

BridgeDetroit Voter Guide: What to know about City Council District 1 Affordable housing, blight cleanup, expanded transit options and community development are among the areas of interest for residents.

Detroit homicides, shootings, carjackings all declining so far in 2025, Duggan says Nearly two dozen local, state and federal law enforcement officials, members of the local court systems, and community leaders touted the statistics that they say are trending below the 60-year low numbers from…

10-digit dialing required in Detroit as 679 joins iconic 313 area code Starting Tuesday, anyone within Detroit’s 313 area code will be required to use 10-digit dialing for all local calls as a new 679 area code is introduced.

Michigan cash aid program for moms and babies gets ‘massive investment’ in state budget The additional funding will allow Rx Kids to expand in more low-income communities and reach about 100,000 babies over the next few years.

Detroit Port Authority sustainability manager works to cut emissions, build trust Taylor Mitchell, Detroit Wayne County Port Authority’s inaugural sustainability manager, spearheads initiatives to curb diesel emissions and achieve net zero emissions at 23 private terminals along the Detroit and…

Four meteor showers to watch in the coming weeks across Michigan Four meteor showers are set to brighten October and November nights, including the Draconids, Orionids and the North and South Taurids.

Detroit school district records 500-student bump in enrollment on Count Day, officials say The preliminary attendance numbers suggest the district’s efforts to boost enrollment are making incremental gains.

Detroiters propose $1 ticket surcharge on DCFC games to fund home repair A neighborhood advisory council, selected by residents and city officials, is knee-deep in Detroit's 16th community benefits process, which requires developers seeking significant tax breaks to commit to investments…

Political group and ‘dark money’ nonprofit fuel ads for Sheffield campaign Detroit Next PAC is also a destination for donors who are maxed out on direct gifts to Sheffield’s campaign.

Help Us Report on How Concrete Operations Are Impacting Detroit’s Neighborhoods Do you live, work, own a business, visit family or send your children to school in Cadillac Heights off I-75 and Six Mile? We want to hear from you about what needs more attention.

Michigan gets a new state budget: Winners, losers in the $81B deal Days after missing the deadline, Michigan lawmakers finally passed a budget at around 2 am Friday. Here’s what’s in the $81B spending plan.

$80M Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park opening soon will have something for everyone Conservancy CEO Ryan Sullivan said the park was designed “very intentionally” to have a mix of activities for people to enjoy.

Michigan budget takes shape: Free school meals, $10K per student, nearly $2B for roads Michigan lawmakers could vote on a new state budget today. Here’s what we know will – or won’t – be in it.

Detroit school board set to offer Sherry Gay-Dagnogo’s vacant seat to a previous candidate The board interviewed 14 people for another open seat in July. Instead of repeating the process, they voted to select the runner-up for this appointment.

Michigan OKs Consumers gas hike; average monthly bills to raise $6.44 State regulators approved a $157.5 million natural gas rate hike for Consumers Energy, raising average customer bills by $6.44 a month starting in November.

Detroit cracks down on Southwest truck traffic with new restrictions The truck restrictions could be expanded beyond Southwest Detroit, where “the issue is most severe,” says city’s infrastructure chief.

GOP bill would force Michigan school board candidates to state their party affiliation Lawmaker says his proposal would improve transparency and turnout. Clerks say it will add costs and confuse voters.

Outgoing state schools chief: Students need more, not fewer, instructional days Michigan can learn from the policies that helped Mississippi surge in performance on a rigorous national exam, the state’s retiring top education leader says.

Detroit eyes zoning overhaul to boost housing In Detroit government news this week: Zoning rule changes could boost housing, Pistons plan for Uniroyal site, a new ombudsman and more.

Detroit school board considers new 8-member council to get input on academics, innovation The district’s board is considering creating a new 8-member advisory council to solicit the advice of community members, including parents.

Sherry Gay-Dagnogo selected as Detroit’s next ombudsman The Detroiter is set to resign from the DPSCD Board of Education ahead of the 10-year appointment. She will earn $195,000 per year.

Download: BridgeDetroit 2025 Voter Guide Everything you need to know about how to vote in the November 2025 general election in Detroit, Michigan.

Culture Canvsas: Celebrating Anishinaabe art Titled, “Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation,” the Detroit Institute of Arts show is one of the largest presentations of contemporary indigenous art in the Midwest.

$225k in new grants available for Detroit farmers Applications for grants from Eastern Market Partnership and the City of Detroit are now open to Detroit farmers.

Grand Blanc mass shooting: Community resources, what we know Bridge Michigan has comprehensive coverage of the fire and shooting, the response of state and federal leaders, community resources and more.

U-M study: Marijuana vapes increasingly popular among teens Marijuana vaping is becoming more popular among Michigan teens, according to new University of Michigan survey data. That’s raised health concerns and pushed schools to seek stricter policies.

How one Detroit farmer tackles water access: ‘The plants will be watered fully and consistently’ Farmers in Michigan and across the Midwest are turning to hoop houses as a low-cost way to extend the growing season and protect crops.

Michigan expands ID program to help people leaving jail, prison Michigan is expanding a program that helps people leaving jails and prisons obtain state IDs or driver’s licenses. It’s now available in Wayne County, where most detainees lack a valid ID.

Detroit’s Northend Christian CDC honors 25th anniversary with celebration Northend Christian CDC is hosting its 25th anniversary celebration “Soles in the Garden,” from 3-9 p.m. Saturday at Oakland Avenue Urban Farm.

Whitmer, legislative leaders: Michigan budget deal will avert government shutdown Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, House and Senate leaders say they’ve reached agreement to pass a state budget, boost road funding and avoid a government shutdown next week.

Pot for potholes: Michigan House OKs marijuana tax to raise $420M for roads The Michigan House approved a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana projected to raise $420M a year for road construction and repairs.

Commentary: Detroit’s Gordie Howe bridge is poised to open as truck traffic between US-Canada slows – low-income residents are deciding whether to stay or go Those who remain are often long-term residents who want or need a cheap place to live and are willing to put up with the dust, noise, and…