Michigan Votes 2026
Track every key Michigan race — Governor, U.S. Senate, Secretary of State, Attorney General, Detroit ballot proposals and the State Board of Education — with live results and Michigan Chronicle election coverage.
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Recent election reporting from Michigan Chronicle.
Election Day in Michigan: Voters to Elect New U.S. Senator, Governor
Michigan voters are hitting the polls beginning at 7am Tuesday to elect a new governor, U.S. Senator and other candidates for statewide offices. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm on Tuesday, Nov. 3. As long as you’re in line before polls close
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Election Day 2026: What To Know Before You Head To The Polls
A checklist outlining what voters need to know before Election Day 2026, including how to verify voter registration, find polling locations, review state-specific ID requirements, prepare for their ballots and get help if they encounter pro
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NAACP Files Emergency Lawsuit To Block Federal Agents At Polls
The NAACP has filed an emergency request asking a federal judge to block the DOJ from deploying federal law enforcement personnel as election monitors, warning their presence could intimidate voters, particularly Black Americans.
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Detroit School Board Candidates Debate the Future of DPSCD
Whitney Houston once sang, “I believe the children are the future.” It is a sentiment that most people can agree with. However, belief is not enough. There needs to be systems and supports in place that make it possible for children to not
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Detroit’s Children Are on the Ballot. Let’s Show Up for Them.
A Community Letter from Leaders in Detroit’s Philanthropic Community On November 3, Detroiters will make one of the most consequential decisions facing our city, though many may not realize it when they step into the voting booth. Five of t
Read on Michigan Chronicle →Candidates Answer Pressing Questions at DPSCD School Board Forum Ahead of Nov. 3 Election
Photo by Monica Morgan Photography Michigan Chronicle, in partnership with 482Forward, hosted a Detroit Public Schools Community District Forum with seven of the 33 school board candidates seeking the five open slots on the Nov. 3 ballot. T
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Haley Stevens Betrays Democrats to Endorse Mike Rogers At Detroit Church
U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens gave voters a November surprise on Sunday showing up at Perfecting Church on Detroit’s east side accompanied by Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Rogers. The Congresswoman in recent days has distanced herself from
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Haley Stevens Needs to Put the Political Theater Away and Get Out of the Way
With Election Day approaching, the congresswoman’s decision to reopen old wounds, issue demands of her party’s nominee, and invite renewed scrutiny of her own political loyalties raises serious questions about where her priorities lie. Some
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Detroit Named America’s Most Viral City in Tripscout’s Inaugural ‘Best Cities’ Awards
Detroit is earning national attention for the way the world engages with its story online. The Motor City has secured the No. 1 position in Tripscout’s first-ever Best Cities Awards, receiving recognition as the United States’ most viral ci
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2026 Midterms: Key Races To Watch & What’s At Stake
The 2026 midterms feature key races that could shape control of Congress and governor’s offices, make history for Black candidates and influence policies affecting Black communities nationwide.
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What’s At Stake For Black Americans In The 2026 Midterms
The 2026 midterms could shape Black Americans’ access to health care, voting rights, public education, affordable housing and economic opportunities. Here’s how key races and candidates’ policy proposals could affect Black communities.
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Dennis Archer Jr.: ‘Dr. Abdul El-Sayed Has Been Showing Up for Detroit for Years’
Detroit and Michigan deserve a senator who already knows our communities, not one who discovers them every six years. That’s, in part, why I’m supporting Dr. Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate. I judge leaders the way I judge business partn
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Detroit City Councilmember Scott Benson: Flip It and Finish It. Why Down-ballot Races and Issues Matter
By Scott Benson, Detroit City Councilmember On November 3, voters in Detroit will have the chance to make their voices heard in the mid-term elections. While there are important statewide races for governor, attorney general, secretary of s
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Tricks and Treats: Some Halloween Highlights Around Metro Detroit
By Biba Adams, Staff Writer and Report for America corps member It is the spookiest time of the year. Ghouls and goblins of all ages will take to the streets of Metro Detroit to gather as much candy as possible and celebrate the end of the
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Detroit Anticipates Higher Than Usual Voter Turnout
Detroit Department of Elections officials say citywide voter turnout will reach around 40-45% for the Tuesday, Nov. 3 general election. Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey and other city officials spoke to reporters Thursday morning about tur
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Obama Mocks Trump’s ‘Whole Of Government Response’ To Cheesecake Factory Joke
Obama mocked Trump’s response to his Cheesecake Factory joke, arguing that the administration focused on the controversy instead of inflation and rising costs. Trump defended the White House renovations and criticized Obama’s presidency.
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Soccer Star Eddie Johnson Offers To Train 3-Year-Old Nevada Pierre After Police Called To Game
Former U.S. soccer star Eddie Johnson has offered to train 3-year-old Nevada Pierre after police were called during a youth soccer game.
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COMMUNITY VOICES: Vote Justice. Vote Freedom. Vote Love.
By Sherry Gay-Dagnogo, M.Ed., City of Detroit Ombudsman There is a basic lesson in civics that we cannot afford to overlook: the president nominates justices to the United States Supreme Court, and the Senate decides whether to confirm them
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COMMUNITY VOICES – Detroit: Say It Loud and Say It Clear for El-Sayed!
By Melvin ‘Butch’ Hollowell, Guest Columnist As I was going through security in the lobby of the McNamara Federal Building downtown Tuesday afternoon, I thought about all the fond memories I had over the years from meetings in that building
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Dr. Darienne Hudson: They Fought to Give Us a Voice. Our Job Is to Use It
By Dr. Darienne Hudson, President and CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan and Chair of the Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation Board of Directors My father once participated in a sit-in at a Woolworth’s lunch counte
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Resident Board Approves $43.5M in Community Benefits for Renaissance Center Redevelopment
Residents on a council appointed board voted to approve a benefits agreement that will deliver more than $40 million in community benefits for the $2.2 billion Renaissance Center redevelopment. General Motors and Bedrock are asking for $548
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Elon Musk-Linked Network Funded Cornel West’s 2024 Ballot Push: Report
A conservative political network with financial ties to billionaire Elon Musk helped fund efforts to get independent presidential candidate Cornel West on state ballots during the 2024 election, according to a new investigation.
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Despite Doubts, These Detroit Voters Say There’s Excitement for Abdul El-Sayed
There are questions surrounding how Black voters in Detroit will vote just days left until the consequential Nov. 3 midterm election that will determine who controls Congress and state government. Thousands of voters waited for hours outsid
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D.L. Hughley Will Host Oct. 28 Rally at Fellowship Chapel in Detroit to Mobilize Voters
With Michigan standing at the center of the national political landscape just one week before critical midterm elections, local leaders and national figures are gathering on Detroit’s West Side for a high-energy community rally aimed at dri
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More than $1.245 Million Raised for Former Mayor Coleman A. Young Dual Statues
2026 is a year that is finding more recognition for the historic contributions of Detroit’s first Black mayor, Coleman A. Young. The Coleman A. Young Statue Initiative and the Coleman A. Young Foundation announced that $1,245,000 has been r
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New York AG Letitia James To Bring In Outside Lawyer For Cornell Investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James is bringing in outside legal counsel to assist with the Cornell sexual assault case investigation as defense attorneys challenge her appointment as special prosecutor.
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The Michigan Chronicle’s 2026 Endorsement Guide for Midterm Elections on Nov. 3
Nov. 3, 2026, will be defined historically in Michigan by the people who took their soles to the polls. The future of our neighborhoods, our schools, our cultural touchstones, and our democracy will be chosen at the ballot box. With early v
Read on Michigan Chronicle →Detroit Sculptor Brings Coleman A. Young’s Legacy to Life for U.S. Capitol Tribute
By Tracey Pearson, Courtesy of Kresge Foundation For Detroit sculptor Austen Brantley, the pose mattered. His depiction of Coleman A. Young stands with arms crossed, a deliberate choice meant to convey the confidence and conviction of Detro
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Obama Returns to Detroit, Backs El-Sayed and Benson as Michigan Voters Head to the Polls
Photos by Monica Morgan Photography Detroit became the center of Michigan’s political spotlight Saturday as former President Barack Obama returned to the city, bringing thousands of supporters together at Cass Technical High School in a maj
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Tom Houck, civil rights activist and aide to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 79
Tom Houck, a longtime civil rights activist and aide to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died at 79. He was a key figure in Atlanta political circles for six decades.
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Endorsement: Vote Hood and Cavanaugh for Michigan’s Supreme Court
This election cycle has focused heavily on the races for governor and U.S. Senate. And rightfully so. Those offices matter deeply to our daily lives. But there’s another critical part of the ballot that has flown mostly under the radar stat
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer: Keeping Michigan’s Elections Free and Fair
By Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Guest Contributor Over the past eight years, I’ve had the chance to travel to every county in Michigan and meet people from all walks of life. I’ve heard what people are excited about and what they want to see chan
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2026 Brings Historic Opportunity For Eight Black Senators
By Kevin Harris, Guest Contributor For more than 150 years, the United States Senate has been one of the most powerful institutions in American democracy and one of the least representative of Black America. But the 2026 elections could bri
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Metro Detroit Faith Leaders Call Out Islamophobia in Michigan Senate Race
Faith leaders of different religions came together Thursday afternoon inside the downtown Detroit United Methodist Church to oppose Islamophobic rhetoric that’s ramped up ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. “In the final weeks of Michigan
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Pritzker’s $40 Million Political Push Extends to Michigan and Georgia Ahead of Midterms
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has donated nearly $40 million to Democratic causes across the country, including efforts in Georgia, sparking conversation about his national political influence.
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Judge Blocks Trump Admin’s Noncitizen Voter Investigations In 9 States Ahead Of Midterms
A federal judge cited concerns about flawed data and voter intimidation in ordering a halt to the Trump administration’s investigations into potential noncitizen voters across nine states.
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Dark Money Group Ad Highlights Black-Arab Tensions in Detroit
A dark money group that ran digital ads against progressive Democrats during the primary cycle is now spending against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed ahead of the general election. “Abdul El-Sayed doesn’t care about the Black community,” reads the
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Black Women in Michigan Politics Honor Karine Jean-Pierre and Jalisa Washington-Price at Annual Luncheon
During the Biden Administration, America was still reeling from the devastation of the Covid-19 pandemic. Inflation and prices were soaring; people were still struggling and there was pain and suffering across the nation and a deep distrust
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Slotkin Angers Trump Over White House Corruption Claims
U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin in an exclusive interview with Michigan Chronicle said threats from the president won’t stop her from seeking accountability for members of the administration committing crimes. President Donald Trump in the Oval Of
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Justice Department Plans Unprecedented Election Monitoring Operation Ahead of Midterms
The U.S. Department of Justice is preparing to deploy approximately 1,000 federal election monitors across all 50 states for the November 3 midterm elections, an unprecedented expansion of a longstanding federal oversight program that has r
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GOP Senate Candidate Claims Black Voter Support, But Polling Is Unclear
Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers claims he is gaining support from Black voters in Michigan, but polling shows a tight statewide race without evidence of increased support among Black voters specifically.
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Ex-NFL Player Jon Vaughn: The Danger Inside the Movement
Part II of a three-part series. Part I can be found here on MichiganChronicle.com. By Jon Vaughn In 2020, the case that would bring more than 1,750 of us forward finally broke open. Those of us who had carried it for decades thought the har
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Protect the Future of Detroit’s Black Youth by Voting Harris, Smith, Whitfield, Jones, and Moore for DPSCD School Board
Detroit, in essence, is the cultural and economic beating heart of Black America, and as such, there’s no more sacred responsibility than protecting and nurturing the future of our children. Education has always been our most potent tool fo
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West Village Residents Rally Against Detroit Council Member’s Request to Review Small Business Licenses
Detroit residents at an emergency meeting Monday night loudly pushed back on council member Renata Miller’s request to the city’s building and safety department to review the liquor licenses of bars on Kercherval. Residents feel like Miller
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Here’s What to Watch for as Lions Open 2026 Division Play Vs. Green Bay
The Detroit Lions are coming off a bye week with an opportunity to reset, refine and prepare for the stretch of the season that could ultimately define their playoff hopes. Waiting on the other side is a familiar division rival. The Lions w
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Planned Statue of Coleman A. Young at U.S. Capitol Gets Financial Support
The effort to install a statue of former Detroit Mayor Coleman A. Young at the U.S. Capitol is moving forward thanks to backing from local financiers, officials said in a news release this week. The official launch celebration of the Colema
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Political Campaigns Persuade Black Voters Ahead of Midterms Elections
Black voters in Detroit are getting extra attention ahead of the midterm elections for U.S. Senate and governor as Republicans try to break up the largest Democratic voting bloc. GOP candidates running statewide races in Michigan are spendi
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Endorsement: Jocelyn Benson Is the Clear Choice for Governor of Michigan
As Michiganders prepare to cast their vote for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s replacement, the choice before our state extends far beyond two candidates or two political parties. It becomes a fundamental choice about how government should function
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Garlin Gilchrist is Exactly Who Michigan Needs as Secretary of State
It’s easy to think of the Michigan Secretary of State as just a giant, statewide administrative office dedicated entirely to endless paperwork, renewing driver’s licenses, managing vehicle registrations, and tallying up elections. But histo
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It’s Now or Never: Vote ‘Yes’ on Nov. 3 to Save The Wright Museum
Black history is under constant threat of erasure, and right now, the power to protect it is in our hands. The Southeast Michigan Public Historical Museum Authority Proposal on the Nov. 3 ballot for Wayne and Oakland counties is a critical,
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Experience Matters: Highland Park Should Re-elect Mayor Glenda McDonald
The citizens of Highland Park are currently casting votes to decide who will lead their city as its next mayor. The choice before voters is between incumbent Mayor Glenda McDonald and challenger Shamayim “Mama Shu” Harris. Highland Park is
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Kamala Harris Tells Keke Palmer She Hasn’t Decided On 2028 Run
Keke Palmer pressed former Vice President Kamala Harris about whether she plans to run for president again in 2028 during an appearance on Palmer’s podcast. Harris said she hasn’t decided yet, adding that Democrats must get the 2026 midterm
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Detroit Democrats: Mike Rogers Stripped Local Control of School Board in ’90s
Black surrogates of U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed are ramping up attacks against his Republican opponent with less than a month until the Nov. 3 election. Speakers at a press conference Tuesday criticized Republican U.S. Senate candi
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What Black Women Need to Know
The incidence of breast cancer in Black women has increased in recent years. Here, we look at the stats and share resources catered to us.
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Obama Endorses Benson in New Ad
Democratic nominee for Michigan governor Jocelyn Benson is the latest gubernatorial candidate to get an ad from former President Barack Obama. “As Secretary of State, Jocelyn proved that government can solve big problems and stand up to pow
Read on Michigan Chronicle →Bid for a Second Term: Highland Park’s Mayor Vows to Continue City’s Forward Momentum
One-on-One with Mayor Glenda McDonald When Glenda McDonald was sworn in as Highland Park’s mayor in January 2023, she inherited a city of about 8,700 residents, deeply affected by decades of population decline, excessive blight, an industri
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From Avalon Village to City Hall: The Quest to Become Highland Park’s Next Mayor
One-on-One with Shamayim “Mama Shu” Harris Shamayim Harris has long been called an advocate and community builder in Highland Park. Now, the woman widely known as “Mama Shu” wants to be called the mayor of the small city, surrounded by Detr
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‘Deeply Disturbing’: Black Leaders Speak Out After Raid On Ilhan Omar’s Home
Black leaders, including the Congressional Black Caucus, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Omar’s congressional colleagues, are responding after federal agents searched the congresswoman’s home ahead of the midterm elections.
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Obama Stars in New TV Ad for Abdul El-Sayed
A television ad featuring former President Barack Obama is hitting the airwaves to motivate Democratic Party voters ahead of a consequential Nov. 3 midterm election. “I’m asking you to support Abdul El-Sayed for the United States Senate,” O
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Winfrey Expects 38-43% Turnout in Detroit for Midterm Election
Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey on a call with community advocates Thursday said she expects more than a third of registered voters to cast ballots in the Nov. 3 midterm election. Winfrey told community advocates she expects turnout to ho
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Money Matters: Kitchen-Table Issues Hit the Bottom Line
By Mark S. Lee, Contributing Columnist The 2026 midterm elections are officially entering the home stretch, with Michigan voters heading to the polls on November 3. And voters aren’t waiting until Election Day to make their voices heard. Mo
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Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Home in Ongoing Criminal Investigation
Federal authorities searched the Washington, D.C., area home of Representative Ilhan Omar on Monday as part of an ongoing federal investigation into immigration paperwork.
Read on Michigan Chronicle →Ex-NFL Player Jon Vaughn: ‘Weaponized Advocacy: Part One – I Fought One Institution. Then I Met Another’
By Jon Vaughn, Guest Columnist In 2021, I slept in a tent on the lawn outside the University of Michigan president’s house for more than a hundred days in a folding chair that became my office, through an autumn that turned into a winter I
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Henry Ford Health Boasts a Record-Setting $1.6 Billion Invested in Michigan Communities in 2025
Henry Ford Health invested a record $1.6 billion in community benefit efforts across Michigan in 2025, expanding access to health care and supporting programs aimed at prevention, patient assistance, education and neighborhood well-being. T
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Property is Power! What Does Black Power Mean in America Today?
By Dr. Anthony O. Kellum, Contributor I have spent much of my life believing in a fairly simple version of the American promise. My parents taught me to get an education, work hard, be a good person, take care of my family and contribute so
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‘We Are Ready’: NAACP Launches Voter Protection Hub Ahead Of Midterms
The NAACP is launching a voter protection hub on October 24 to investigate reports of voter intimidation and suppression and connect voters with legal assistance ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Barack Obama Endorses Keisha Lance Bottoms For Georgia Governor
Former President Barack Obama endorsed Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor Thursday (October 8), praising her record as Atlanta mayor and highlighting her campaign plans on health care, costs and education.
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The 2026 Midterm Elections Are Coming: Here’s What Voters Need To Know
The 2026 midterm elections are approaching. Here’s what you need to know before heading to the polls and casting your ballot.
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Future of Charles H. Wright, Detroit Historical Museums Could Be Determined by November Millage
Two of Detroit’s leading historical institutions are coming together to urge voters in two of the three metropolitan-area counties this November to pass a millage that would fund their continued operations to stay afloat – a move that signa
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Henry Ford Health Boasts a Record-Setting $1.6 Billion Invested in Michigan Communities in 2025
Henry Ford Health invested a record $1.6 billion in community benefit efforts across Michigan in 2025, expanding access to health care and supporting programs aimed at prevention, patient assistance, education and neighborhood well-being. T
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El-Sayed Consolidates Support from Mainstream Democrats
Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed was viewed as a far-left progressive during his primary campaign but he’s winning over mainstream members of the Democratic Party ahead of the general election. He’s gained support fr
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‘Deranged And Dangerous’: Trump Blasted After Saying ‘Let ’Em Take Out’ Los Angeles, San Diego
President Donald Trump is facing backlash after suggesting Los Angeles and San Diego could be an acceptable cost of the ongoing Iran war. California Gov. Gavin Newsom called Trump “deranged and dangerous,” while Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass
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Democrats Activate Obama to Campaign with El-Sayed, Benson in Detroit
Former President Barack Obama is coming to Detroit to support Michigan’s Democratic ticket ahead of the state’s consequential midterm election, the party announced Monday. Obama is set to appear with candidates for Senate and governor, Abdu
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Detroiters Show Up for Detroit People’s Food Co-Op; Black Women Plan Financial Flash Mob
By Biba Adams, Staff Writer and Report for America corps member After the community-owned Detroit People’s Food Co-Op shared that changing consumer habits, power outages, and other factors have made it harder to keep their shelves stocked,
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The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration
Whitney Houston’s unmistakable voice will fill the Detroit Opera House this fall as “The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration” arrives for a one-night-only performance on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 8 p.m. The concert marks the 40th annivers
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RECESS Conference Puts Black and Brown Voices at Center of Clean Energy Industry
Clean energy advocates and stakeholders convened at the Renaissance Center last weekend for the fourth annual Resilience and Equity in the Clean Energy Sector Summit. The yearly event is designed to create an onramp for Black and Brown prof
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DPSCD Superintendent Shares His Advice For A Great School Year
By Biba Adams, Staff Writer and Report for America corps member On Monday, August 24th, thousands of Detroit scholars went back to school. From Head Start to soon-to-be high school graduates, Detroit Public Schools Community District studen
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Rapper 42 Dugg Posts, then Deletes Detroit Ride-Along with John James After Backlash
Detroit rapper 42 Dugg turned heads this week appearing in a video posted to social media featuring U.S. Rep. John James, the Republican nominee for Michigan governor. But less than 48 hours after Dugg posted the video, he deleted the video
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NSO Aims to Create a Park Near the Joe Louis Greenway to Support Detroiters Recovering from Substance Addiction
By Biba Adams, Staff Writer and Report for America corps member Almost everyone knows someone who has suffered from addiction. Whether they battle publicly or in private, whether they have won their fight or succumbed to their illness, Subs
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Harvest Fest Returns to Detroit Riverfront Oct. 3-4
By Biba Adams, Staff Writer and Report for America corps member The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s crowd-pleasing Detroit Harvest Fest, with 40 food trucks and beverage vendors, four entertainment stages, trick or treating, hands-on activ
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SMART CEO: Thank You, Wayne County. Now the Real Work Begins
By Tiffany J. Gunter, General Manager and CEO, SMART On August 4, Wayne County voters made a choice that will shape this region for a generation. They chose connection. For the first time, all 43 communities in Wayne County are part of one
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Benson Pledges Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Sports Office at Detroit Roundtable with Big Sean
Jocelyn Benson and Big Sean probably aren’t a duo you’d expect to see galivanting around town on a Friday night. But they came together in Detroit on Sept. 25 to talk about the future of Michigan’s economy through a creator’s lens. From mus
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Packed Field of School Board Candidates Could Chart New Path for DPSCD
New members will determine the direction of the state’s largest public school district as a result of the Detroit Public Schools Community District school board race. Board members serve as representatives of the community, typically speaki
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Detroiters Remember Renaissance Center as Symbol of Black Leadership
The Renaissance Center, the a four million square-foot hotel-office-retail complex, invokes intense sentiment among longtime residents who feel like the structure is a symbol of Detroit’s fight for survival. The former General Motors headqu
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COMMUNITY VOICES – Jeremiah Wheeler: ‘What Are We Actually Getting for Our Political Power?’
By Jeremiah Wheeler, Guest Columnist My father and I have never seen politics quite the same way. Although we both became embedded in the Black political tradition at an early age – one shaped by militancy and a deep skepticism of instituti
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SASHA Center to Host Training for Social Workers about Supporting Black Sexual Assault Survivors
SASHA Center will host an immersive, in-person professional training Oct. 17 designed to help social workers and other helping professionals strengthen how they support Black women who have experienced sexual assault and gender-based violen
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Kamala Harris in Detroit: ‘I Haven’t Decided’ Whether to Run for President in 2028
Former Vice President Kamala Harris hasn’t decided whether she will run for president again in 2028, telling voters in Detroit she’s focused on the upcoming midterm elections. Harris was asked by Detroit Branch NAACP President Wendell Antho
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7 Takeaways From Michigan Football’s 3-0 Start As They Enter Big Ten Play
Photos by: Aaron J. Thornton After opening the season with a 3-0 record, Michigan is set to begin Big Ten play with plenty of positives to build on, and a few areas that still need improvement. The Wolverines have shown flashes of being a c
Read on Michigan Chronicle →Say Yes to Our Story – Support the Museum Millage
By Scott Benson, Detroit City Councilman Our region boasts a vibrant, irreplaceable history filled with stories of resilience, triumph, and some of the most iconic historic institutions in the country. To ensure these proud institutions and
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Kamala Harris to Campaign with Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed is set to campaign with former Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday, his campaign says. The former vice president will speak with El-Sayed about ways to improve infant mortality disparities a
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McKinney, Thanedar Meet in D.C. After Combative Primary
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar on Wednesday welcomed state Rep. Donavan McKinney into his D.C. office after the two-term Congressman was defeated by the Detroit lawmaker during the Aug. 4 primary. “I invited Donavan McKinney to my DC office and sa
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Two Systems of Justice: How Success Makes Leaders of Color Targets
By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., NNPA President and CEO Unless you have lived through it, it is easy to dismiss as racial paranoia the wariness and discomfort felt by many successful business leaders of color who have reached the elite ranks
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Shamayim ‘Mama Shu’ Harris Transfers Leadership of Avalon Village to Daughters in Mayoral Pursuit
Shamayim “Mama Shu” Harris, internationally recognized community activist, founder of Avalon Village, and candidate for Mayor of Highland Park, today announced she is officially passing the torch of executive leadership at Avalon Village to
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Property is Power! The Best Time to Buy May Not Feel Like the Best Time to Buy
By Dr. Anthony O. Kellum, Contributor Some of the greatest opportunities in real estate arrive disguised as uncertainty. When mortgage rates are low, the economy feels strong, home prices are climbing, and everyone seems confident about buy
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DPSCD School Board Elections: 34 Candidates, Five Seats, and A Lot of Homework for Detroit Voters
Detroit voters have seen this movie before. A crowded ballot can look like a good thing with plenty of choices, plenty of voices, plenty of people asking for a chance to represent the city. Democracy is supposed to give voters options, afte
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Bedrock, GM Want $548M for $2.2B Renaissance Center Redevelopment
Bedrock and General Motors are asking for $472 million in public money for the $2.2 billion redevelopment of the Renaissance Center downtown. Tearing down the two buildings closer to the riverfront would cost $1.6 billion, and the developme
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El-Sayed Announces Plan to Grow Black Businesses, Homeownership
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Tuesday released a set of policies he says will empower Michigan’s Black residents. What his campaign calls the “THRIVE Agenda” is an outline of the legislation El-Sayed says he will introd
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John James Tours New Housing Effort in Pontiac
U.S. Rep. John James, R-Shelby Township, called for reducing building regulations at the site of a new housing program in Pontiac on Monday as part of his gubernatorial campaign. James, the Republican nominee for Michigan governor, faces De
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Sickle Cell Walk to Highlight Awareness, Blood Donation and New Mobile Testing Van
Detroit’s sickle cell community will gather Saturday at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America–Michigan Chapter’s 2026 Annual Sickle Cell Matters Walk, an event that will
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Tribute to a Trailblazing Global Visionary: The Extraordinary Life, Enduring Legacy and Lasting Impact of Dr. Karl Dwight Gregory
Dr. Sheila T. Gregory There are lives whose influence is so expansive that telling their story means telling the story of a city, a movement, and a nation. Dr. Karl Dwight Gregory, born March 26, 1931, stands among the most consequential ye
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