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SCOTUS rejects Trump's bid over disputed California ballots

It's a blow to the administration, which has been tussling with the state in what it says is a fight to ensure all eligible voters can vote.

Politics & Policy

The Supreme Court denied the Trump administration&#x27;s request Monday to hear its case regarding more than <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="20,000 California ballots" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/02/trump-supreme-court-california-ballots-case" data-vars-content-id="dee63b53-e3c4-48bc-be63-284cffb5e8f4" data-vars-headline="SCOTUS rejects Trump&#x27;s bid over disputed California ballots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/02/trump-supreme-court-california-ballots-case" target="_self">20,000 California ballots</a> that President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="dee63b53-e3c4-48bc-be63-284cffb5e8f4" data-vars-headline="SCOTUS rejects Trump&#x27;s bid over disputed California ballots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> claims were cast by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="noncitizens" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/15/trump-doj-california-voters-ballots-lawsuit" data-vars-content-id="dee63b53-e3c4-48bc-be63-284cffb5e8f4" data-vars-headline="SCOTUS rejects Trump&#x27;s bid over disputed California ballots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/15/trump-doj-california-voters-ballots-lawsuit" target="_self">noncitizens</a>.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a blow to the administration, which has been tussling with the state in what it says is a fight to ensure all eligible voters can vote and have their ballots counted, as the law requires.

Trump to Axios: "No rush" to decide on bombing Iran again

He's pursuing dual tracks of diplomacy and preparation for war.

World

President Trump told Axios in a phone interview Monday he&#x27;s &quot;in no rush&quot; to decide whether to resume fighting in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iran" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" data-vars-content-id="eef156c8-5936-4754-b740-847b490a1d06" data-vars-headline="Trump to Axios: &quot;No rush&quot; to decide on bombing Iran again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" target="_self">Iran</a>. Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="midterm" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/2026-midterm-elections" data-vars-content-id="eef156c8-5936-4754-b740-847b490a1d06" data-vars-headline="Trump to Axios: &quot;No rush&quot; to decide on bombing Iran again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/2026-midterm-elections" target="_self">midterm</a> elections have been seen as an inflection point for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="eef156c8-5936-4754-b740-847b490a1d06" data-vars-headline="Trump to Axios: &quot;No rush&quot; to decide on bombing Iran again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> on whether to unleash a massive bombing campaign to try to bring the war to an end.<ul><li>But it appears the president, at least for now, will continue on dual tracks — letting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="negotiations" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/28/iran-war-arab-mediators-war-post-midterms" data-vars-content-id="eef156c8-5936-4754-b740-847b490a1d06" data-vars-headline="Trump to Axios: &quot;No rush&quot; to decide on bombing Iran again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/28/iran-war-arab-mediators-war-post-midterms" target="_self">negotiations</a> play out while preparing to go back to war if he concludes a deal isn&#x27;t reachable.</li></ul>

U.S., Russia and Ukraine to resume peace talks next week, Witkoff says

The talks revive a diplomatic effort suspended in February due to the war in Iran, following recent meetings by Trump's envoys.

The U.S., <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Russia" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/world/russia" data-vars-content-id="36afefb4-7280-44ca-b1d0-50163d416164" data-vars-headline="U.S., Russia and Ukraine to resume peace talks next week, Witkoff says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/world/russia" target="_self">Russia</a> and Ukraine will hold peace talks in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 10-11 in an effort to reach a breakthrough on a deal for ending the war. Why it matters: U.S. officials say the meeting to restart a diplomatic effort suspended in February due to the war in Iran is a result of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="talks Presidnt Trump&#x27;s envoys" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/21/russia-ukraine-putin-witkoff-peace" data-vars-content-id="36afefb4-7280-44ca-b1d0-50163d416164" data-vars-headline="U.S., Russia and Ukraine to resume peace talks next week, Witkoff says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/21/russia-ukraine-putin-witkoff-peace" target="_self">talks Presidnt Trump&#x27;s envoys</a> Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin in recent weeks.

Final polls, models and markets see a "blue tsunami"

With sky-high expectations, some Democrats fear disappointment on Tuesday is inevitable.

The threat of a blue tsunami is bearing down on President Trump&#x27;s Washington, with virtually every major indicator forecasting a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Democratic rout" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/07/house-election-majority-wave-democratic-republican-trump" data-vars-content-id="bf77f448-d5ca-446e-a83e-d2c2df5b6ec6" data-vars-headline="Final polls, models and markets see a &quot;blue tsunami&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/07/house-election-majority-wave-democratic-republican-trump" target="_self">Democratic rout</a> in Tuesday&#x27;s elections.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Expectations for the midterms" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/28/2026-election-democrats-house-midterm-results" data-vars-content-id="bf77f448-d5ca-446e-a83e-d2c2df5b6ec6" data-vars-headline="Final polls, models and markets see a &quot;blue tsunami&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/28/2026-election-democrats-house-midterm-results" target="_self">Expectations for the midterms</a> have soared so high that some Democrats fear disappointment is inevitable, particularly if the party falls short of winning the Senate — a prize that seemed beyond reach just months ago.

GOP's midterm blame game starts early

"Reflecting Pool presser was an interesting choice for closing message."

Republicans don&#x27;t know <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="if they&#x27;ll lose big or small" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/03/2026-midterms-polls-predictions" data-vars-content-id="1805342d-a82b-42fa-abde-b2f3dae90037" data-vars-headline="GOP&#x27;s midterm blame game starts early" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/03/2026-midterms-polls-predictions" target="_self">if they&#x27;ll lose big or small</a> on Tuesday, but they&#x27;re already bracing for an epic blame game.Why it matters: Privately, Republicans acknowledge it&#x27;s not a complicated version of Clue. The leading suspect: Mr. President, in the Oval Office, with an assortment of weapons — and one war.

Michigan election guide 2026: What to know before you vote 

Find out how to vote, who's running and what's on Metro Detroiters' November ballot.

Politics

The final countdown to Election Day is on, and voting is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="already underway" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/22/absentee-voting-november-election" data-vars-content-id="f47d885e-ed8c-4df7-ade5-a7b0584c2907" data-vars-headline="Michigan election guide 2026: What to know before you vote " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/22/absentee-voting-november-election" target="_self">already underway</a> across Metro Detroit.Why it matters: There&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="plenty at stake" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/25/trump-doj-midterms-interference" data-vars-content-id="f47d885e-ed8c-4df7-ade5-a7b0584c2907" data-vars-headline="Michigan election guide 2026: What to know before you vote " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/25/trump-doj-midterms-interference" target="_self">plenty at stake</a> in this year&#x27;s midterms, and voters are approaching the election with a mix of concern and optimism.

Michigan's forgotten grave-robbing era

Medical students once stole bodies from graves. Today, schools take voluntary donations.

History

Long before voluntary body donation became widespread, the University of Michigan and many other medical schools in need of cadavers sourced some through grave robbing.Why it matters: Medical students still need donated bodies to learn anatomy, but the system has evolved drastically from the mid-19th century to today&#x27;s informed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="consent" data-vars-click-url="https://medschool.umich.edu/sites/default/files/2024-07/Anatomical-Sciences-Donor-brochure-form.pdf" data-vars-content-id="0d3a6f0f-c9bc-4306-9ff6-91e86aadd89f" data-vars-headline="Michigan&#x27;s forgotten grave-robbing era" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://medschool.umich.edu/sites/default/files/2024-07/Anatomical-Sciences-Donor-brochure-form.pdf" target="_blank">consent</a>.

High flight prices from Detroit are here to stay

DTW fares average $527, and airlines are likely to keep prices rising.

Travel

That wince you just made while researching travel options from DTW? Get used to it.Why it matters: Soaring jet fuel prices are accelerating changes across the airline industry, seen in higher fares, premium-heavy cabins and fewer flights.

Things to do on Halloween weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Youmacon, Día de Muertos traditions and plenty of sports

Things to Do

Eight Halloween weekend ideas around Metro Detroit:👾 Dive into anime and cosplay at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Youmacon" data-vars-click-url="https://youmacon.com/event-info/" data-vars-content-id="666299a7-3d7c-46fa-87e1-ba216e63a1b5" data-vars-headline="Things to do on Halloween weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 30-Nov. 1" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://youmacon.com/event-info/" target="_blank">Youmacon</a>, Detroit&#x27;s annual celebration of Japanese pop culture, gaming and more at Huntington Place.

Why I'm keeping my 16-year-old Honda Accord

A trusted Ferndale mechanic helped me see the value of keeping my old car on the road.

News

I&#x27;ve always bought used cars, a habit I inherited from my dad.Between the lines: His aging Cadillacs, usually the length of a small boat, used to embarrass me a little. Now I get it.

Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump

The Michigan Republican is separating himself from Trump on tariffs and Iran.

Michigan Republican Senate nominee <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mike Rogers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/22/mike-rogers-aipac-michigan-senate" data-vars-content-id="5af4d816-3037-48ee-adc3-14b0db74dcb3" data-vars-headline="Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/22/mike-rogers-aipac-michigan-senate" target="_self">Mike Rogers</a> called for an immediate end to President Trump&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tariff" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/economy/tariffs" data-vars-content-id="5af4d816-3037-48ee-adc3-14b0db74dcb3" data-vars-headline="Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/economy/tariffs" target="_self">tariff</a> war with Canada in a new ad Wednesday.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="5af4d816-3037-48ee-adc3-14b0db74dcb3" data-vars-headline="Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> endorsed Rogers, but Rogers has increasingly broken with the president as he fights to win <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a tight race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" data-vars-content-id="5af4d816-3037-48ee-adc3-14b0db74dcb3" data-vars-headline="Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" target="_self">a tight race</a> against Democratic nominee <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Abdul El-Sayed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/22/senate-abdul-el-sayed-michigan-progressives" data-vars-content-id="5af4d816-3037-48ee-adc3-14b0db74dcb3" data-vars-headline="Michigan Senate hopeful Rogers distances himself from Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/22/senate-abdul-el-sayed-michigan-progressives" target="_self">Abdul El-Sayed</a>.

Lions defense gets a Kerby Joseph boost

The All-Pro safety could return before Thanksgiving after more than a year away.

Sports

After endless injuries on defense, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Lions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/11/lions-week-1-season-opener-cheat-sheet" data-vars-content-id="9b4a43d8-f3ac-40ae-870b-98c3a37ed2f8" data-vars-headline="Lions defense gets a Kerby Joseph boost" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/11/lions-week-1-season-opener-cheat-sheet" target="_self">the Lions</a> are finally getting some good news.Driving the news: All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="returning to practice" data-vars-click-url="https://youtu.be/6OmhD401NxQ?si=IEwWUJPAeJUpgdJ3" data-vars-content-id="9b4a43d8-f3ac-40ae-870b-98c3a37ed2f8" data-vars-headline="Lions defense gets a Kerby Joseph boost" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://youtu.be/6OmhD401NxQ?si=IEwWUJPAeJUpgdJ3" target="_blank">returning to practice</a> after more than a year sidelined by a troublesome knee injury.

Youth sports reshaping Sundays

As youth sports grow, Detroit-area churches are trying to preserve Sundays for worship.

Religion

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="youth sports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/19/private-equity-youth-sports" data-vars-content-id="91fa19ec-7ea7-4c53-9197-a152d0aaecb1" data-vars-headline="Youth sports reshaping Sundays" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/19/private-equity-youth-sports" target="_self">youth sports</a> boom is reshaping Sunday mornings in Metro Detroit as religious organizations and sports clubs vie for busy families&#x27; time.Why it matters: Churches used to anchor family life on Sundays. But <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="youth sports" data-vars-click-url="https://stateline.org/2026/07/21/private-investment-in-youth-sports-draws-state-federal-scrutiny/" data-vars-content-id="91fa19ec-7ea7-4c53-9197-a152d0aaecb1" data-vars-headline="Youth sports reshaping Sundays" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://stateline.org/2026/07/21/private-investment-in-youth-sports-draws-state-federal-scrutiny/" target="_blank">youth sports</a> — a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="multibillion-dollar industry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/30/procamps-otro-private-equity-youth-sports" data-vars-content-id="91fa19ec-7ea7-4c53-9197-a152d0aaecb1" data-vars-headline="Youth sports reshaping Sundays" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/30/procamps-otro-private-equity-youth-sports" target="_self">multibillion-dollar industry</a> — are increasingly filling that role.

Meet Michigan's AG and secretary of state candidates

Four candidates are competing to oversee Michigan's elections and legal battles.

Michigan voters will choose a new attorney general and secretary of state Nov. 3, filling two powerful offices that help shape everything from election rules to consumer protections.⚖️ Attorney general: The state&#x27;s top legal officer represents Michigan in court, enforces consumer protection laws and can challenge federal policies.

1-minute voter guide: Michigan's Senate race

Compare Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers before Election Day.

Michigan&#x27;s nationally watched U.S. Senate race pits rising progressive <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Abdul El-Sayed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/31/el-sayed-rogers-piker-jewish-antisemitism" data-vars-content-id="397a5ff0-27c4-49cc-94cc-32985a0af279" data-vars-headline="1-minute voter guide: Michigan&#x27;s Senate race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/31/el-sayed-rogers-piker-jewish-antisemitism" target="_self">Abdul El-Sayed</a> against Republican <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mike Rogers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/22/mike-rogers-aipac-michigan-senate" data-vars-content-id="397a5ff0-27c4-49cc-94cc-32985a0af279" data-vars-headline="1-minute voter guide: Michigan&#x27;s Senate race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/22/mike-rogers-aipac-michigan-senate" target="_self">Mike Rogers</a>, a former congressman making his second straight Senate run.Why it matters: Michigan is one of a handful of battlegrounds that could determine control of the Senate, where Republicans hold a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="53-47 majority" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/08/2026-midterms-congress-house-senate-predictions" data-vars-content-id="397a5ff0-27c4-49cc-94cc-32985a0af279" data-vars-headline="1-minute voter guide: Michigan&#x27;s Senate race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/08/2026-midterms-congress-house-senate-predictions" target="_self">53-47 majority</a>.

Michigan's fastest-growing jobs through 2034

A recent report highlights growing careers, expected wages and education expectations.

Business Brief

Auto services, architecture and administrative management. These are the top hottest fields that Michigan predicts will grow the most and pay the best in coming years.Why it matters: As AI changes the job landscape and inflation pressure makes wages bleak, the state&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hot 50 Job Outlook report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.michigan.gov/mcda/-/media/Project/Websites/mcda/reports/2026/Michigan-Hot-50-Job-Outlook-through-2034.pdf?rev=5a0ff38196074985bc911b3fbe01e477" data-vars-content-id="96ba077e-cacd-4e6b-ae64-abdf79f36c93" data-vars-headline="Michigan&#x27;s fastest-growing jobs through 2034" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.michigan.gov/mcda/-/media/Project/Websites/mcda/reports/2026/Michigan-Hot-50-Job-Outlook-through-2034.pdf?rev=5a0ff38196074985bc911b3fbe01e477" target="_blank">Hot 50 Job Outlook report</a> gives people a place to go for career brainstorming.

Detroit automakers face shrinking growth options amid China rise

Years of betting on pickups and SUVs have left Detroit vulnerable to global rivals like China.

Detroit&#x27;s automakers are running out of room to grow after years of retreating toward their most defensible turf: pickups and SUVs.The big picture: Japanese and Korean rivals are taking more U.S. market share, while Chinese competitors are squeezing Detroit overseas.

Composting is easier than expected, Detroit project finds

A new report finds enthusiasm for composting and calls for more citywide resources.

Environment

After trying composting, surveyed Detroit residents said they found it easier than they expected.Why it matters: More composting could help with the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city&#x27;s goal" data-vars-click-url="https://detroitmi.gov/government/mayors-office/office-sustainability/urban-agriculture/compost-program" data-vars-content-id="f4ad2cf3-1d88-49b1-b8e8-1938dbf4e45b" data-vars-headline="Composting is easier than expected, Detroit project finds" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://detroitmi.gov/government/mayors-office/office-sustainability/urban-agriculture/compost-program" target="_blank">city&#x27;s goal</a> of diverting 15% of its waste from landfills.

Haley Stevens' staff and colleagues erupt at her "betrayal"

"There is too much on the line for BS like this," one of her fellow House Democrats told Axios.

Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) faced fierce backlash from fellow Democrats, party officials and her own staffers after <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="endorsing Republican Mike Rogers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/01/haley-stevens-mike-rogers-church-michigan-senate" data-vars-content-id="8613c53b-9296-45a7-a144-3ece2f2aba67" data-vars-headline="Haley Stevens&#x27; staff and colleagues erupt at her &quot;betrayal&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/11/01/haley-stevens-mike-rogers-church-michigan-senate" target="_self">endorsing Republican Mike Rogers</a> for the U.S. Senate on Sunday.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a stunning reversal in standing for Stevens, who came within a few percentage points of being her party&#x27;s nominee for Senate in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michigan" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/27/michigan-voter-guide-2026-candidates-voting" data-vars-content-id="8613c53b-9296-45a7-a144-3ece2f2aba67" data-vars-headline="Haley Stevens&#x27; staff and colleagues erupt at her &quot;betrayal&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/27/michigan-voter-guide-2026-candidates-voting" target="_self">Michigan</a> just months earlier.

Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers amid Michigan Democratic feud

Haley Stevens was asked to skip an El-Sayed event. Then she praised Mike Rogers.

Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) made a stunning last-minute endorsement of Republican <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mike Rogers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/07/trump-canada-tariffs-mike-rogers-michigan-senate" data-vars-content-id="b4b5a6cd-5a03-4e6e-aced-7f8fb9d9134d" data-vars-headline="Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers amid Michigan Democratic feud" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/07/trump-canada-tariffs-mike-rogers-michigan-senate" target="_self">Mike Rogers</a> on Sunday, two days before Michigan&#x27;s closely watched Senate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/election-results-voting" data-vars-content-id="b4b5a6cd-5a03-4e6e-aced-7f8fb9d9134d" data-vars-headline="Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers amid Michigan Democratic feud" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/election-results-voting" target="_self">election</a>.Why it matters: Her endorsement gives Rogers a striking photo op as his party tries to peel away Black and Jewish voters in a tight race that could determine control of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Senate" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/27/senate-majority-democrats-republicans-schumer-thune" data-vars-content-id="b4b5a6cd-5a03-4e6e-aced-7f8fb9d9134d" data-vars-headline="Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers amid Michigan Democratic feud" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/27/senate-majority-democrats-republicans-schumer-thune" target="_self">the Senate</a>.

Wayne County misses mental health filings

A WXYZ investigation found widespread gaps in court-ordered mental health treatment paperwork.

Wayne County mental health providers failed to file required outpatient treatment plans in roughly two-thirds of court-approved cases last year, a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="WXYZ investigation found" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/fatal-detroit-stabbing-exposes-gaps-in-court-ordered-mental-health-treatment" data-vars-content-id="851a8d66-3e82-4e22-affb-4ea21c43eafa" data-vars-headline="Wayne County misses mental health filings" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/fatal-detroit-stabbing-exposes-gaps-in-court-ordered-mental-health-treatment" target="_blank">WXYZ investigation found</a>.<ul><li>In 2025, treatment plan notices were filed in just 453 of 1,380 granted mental health petitions, or 33%.</li></ul>

RenCen community benefits deal wins approval

A neighborhood council voted 8-1 to support the deal, but public funding questions remain.

Despite vocal opposition from some Detroiters, a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="neighborhood council" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/02/rencen-neighborhood-advisory-council-election" data-vars-content-id="fb72316e-9787-4269-b5df-ae930d9e1e02" data-vars-headline="RenCen community benefits deal wins approval" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/02/rencen-neighborhood-advisory-council-election" target="_self">neighborhood council</a> voted 8-1 Tuesday to endorse a community benefits package for the $2.2 billion redevelopment of the Renaissance Center and east riverfront.Why it matters: The vote marks a major milestone for Dan Gilbert&#x27;s Bedrock and General Motors, but the project still faces scrutiny over its nearly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$548 million" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/16/rencen-redevelopment-548-million-public-support" data-vars-content-id="fb72316e-9787-4269-b5df-ae930d9e1e02" data-vars-headline="RenCen community benefits deal wins approval" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/16/rencen-redevelopment-548-million-public-support" target="_self">$548 million</a> request for public incentives.

How to research your Michigan ballot

These free voter guides can help you research candidates before Nov. 3.

My absentee ballot just arrived in the mail. All three pages of it.Zoom in: I&#x27;ve spent plenty of time covering the races for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="governor" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/05/michigan-governor-voter-guide-2026" data-vars-content-id="fa36487d-7f19-46c8-9db7-8c9c90d34fbd" data-vars-headline="How to research your Michigan ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/05/michigan-governor-voter-guide-2026" target="_self">governor</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="U.S. Senate" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" data-vars-content-id="fa36487d-7f19-46c8-9db7-8c9c90d34fbd" data-vars-headline="How to research your Michigan ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" target="_self">U.S. Senate</a>. But farther down my ballot, I found dozens of candidates for judgeships, school boards and university trustees I knew little or nothing about.

Amazon hiring 8,000 at $20 an hour

The company is hiring across southeast Michigan, with openings posted weekly.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Amazon" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/05/12/amazon-prime-air-drone-delivery-pontiac" data-vars-content-id="a2425a93-6476-4bf7-bea7-2fa41cbe9ce6" data-vars-headline="Amazon hiring 8,000 at $20 an hour" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/05/12/amazon-prime-air-drone-delivery-pontiac" target="_self">Amazon</a> plans to hire 8,000 seasonal workers across southeast Michigan as it gears up for the holiday shopping rush.Driving the news: The retail giant announced Tuesday it will fill more than 12,500 positions statewide, part of a nationwide hiring push exceeding 300,000 jobs.

Detroit ranks 64th among U.S. cities for walking

Detroiters walk 150 miles annually per person, ranking 64th among 100 major cities.

Detroiters average 150 walking miles per person per year, roughly the national average, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://learn.streetlightdata.com/measuring-walking-and-biking-miles-traveled-ebook" data-vars-content-id="33b96f10-a688-4b8e-afa0-b3a6363dd5d8" data-vars-headline="Detroit ranks 64th among U.S. cities for walking" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://learn.streetlightdata.com/measuring-walking-and-biking-miles-traveled-ebook" target="_blank">report</a> from transportation data firm StreetLight.Why it matters: Detroit has been working to become more pedestrian-friendly by repairing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="broken sidewalks" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wxyz.com/news/voices/detroit-launches-9-5m-effort-to-fix-more-than-6-300-backlogged-sidewalk-repair-requests" data-vars-content-id="33b96f10-a688-4b8e-afa0-b3a6363dd5d8" data-vars-headline="Detroit ranks 64th among U.S. cities for walking" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wxyz.com/news/voices/detroit-launches-9-5m-effort-to-fix-more-than-6-300-backlogged-sidewalk-repair-requests" target="_blank">broken sidewalks</a> and focusing on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="walkable commercial corridors" data-vars-click-url="https://detroitgreenways.org/twenty-minute-neighborhoods/" data-vars-content-id="33b96f10-a688-4b8e-afa0-b3a6363dd5d8" data-vars-headline="Detroit ranks 64th among U.S. cities for walking" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://detroitgreenways.org/twenty-minute-neighborhoods/" target="_blank">walkable commercial corridors</a> in neighborhoods, with the data providing a baseline for that effort.

Dan Gilbert pledges $1B for RenCen overhaul

A new nonprofit would own the property and reinvest any future surplus in the community.

Dan Gilbert is pledging $1 billion toward redeveloping Detroit&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Renaissance Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/08/19/rencen-redevelopment-residents-skeptical" data-vars-content-id="5f01440d-b23b-4d05-825f-d91f78267dea" data-vars-headline="Dan Gilbert pledges $1B for RenCen overhaul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/08/19/rencen-redevelopment-residents-skeptical" target="_self">Renaissance Center</a> and the east riverfront through a new nonprofit that would own the property and reinvest any future surplus in the community.Why it matters: Gilbert&#x27;s pledge, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced Monday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dan-gilbert-makes-historic-gift-to-detroit-pledges-1-billion-to-create-new-nonprofit-to-transform-detroits-renaissance-center-and-east-riverfront-302912867.html" data-vars-content-id="5f01440d-b23b-4d05-825f-d91f78267dea" data-vars-headline="Dan Gilbert pledges $1B for RenCen overhaul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dan-gilbert-makes-historic-gift-to-detroit-pledges-1-billion-to-create-new-nonprofit-to-transform-detroits-renaissance-center-and-east-riverfront-302912867.html" target="_blank">announced Monday</a>, would fundamentally change who owns and benefits financially from the $2.2 billion redevelopment, which is seeking nearly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$548 million in public support" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/16/rencen-redevelopment-548-million-public-support" data-vars-content-id="5f01440d-b23b-4d05-825f-d91f78267dea" data-vars-headline="Dan Gilbert pledges $1B for RenCen overhaul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/09/16/rencen-redevelopment-548-million-public-support" target="_self">$548 million in public support</a>.

Detroit marks 100 years since Houdini's death

Detroit marks a century since Houdini's death with magic, mystery and a séance.

Locals are marking a century since renowned illusionist Harry Houdini died in Detroit on Halloween.Zoom in: The escape artist was born in Hungary and grew up in Wisconsin, but had a deep connection to Detroit.

Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 23-25

A beer festival, DJs and Halloween events galore.

🍺 The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Detroit Fall Beer Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mibeer.com/events/detroit-fall-beer-festival" data-vars-content-id="f3ba2462-b630-4671-ac64-102692bd827b" data-vars-headline="Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 23-25" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mibeer.com/events/detroit-fall-beer-festival" target="_blank">Detroit Fall Beer Festival</a> returns Saturday with local beer samples, live music and live wrestling.<ul><li>1-6pm Saturday. Tickets: $60 in advance, plus fees.</li></ul>🍬 Take kids to the Detroit Historical Museum for a Halloween celebration called <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Treats in the Streets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.detroithistorical.org/events/treats-streets-9" data-vars-content-id="f3ba2462-b630-4671-ac64-102692bd827b" data-vars-headline="Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 23-25" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.detroithistorical.org/events/treats-streets-9" target="_blank">Treats in the Streets</a>. Try a scavenger hunt, do crafts, dance and delve into some magic. Wear costumes.

Banana Ball returns to Detroit in 2027

The Party Animals and Indianapolis Clowns will play two games June 25–26.

Baseball&#x27;s wackiest traveling circus is returning to Detroit next summer, bringing dancing players, trick plays and plenty of surprises to the Tigers&#x27; ballpark.Driving the news: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2027 Banana Ball schedule" data-vars-click-url="https://www.313presents.com/news/detail/banana-ball-detroit-2027" data-vars-content-id="abec63e5-1d92-4c24-98cf-88823e78eff7" data-vars-headline="Banana Ball returns to Detroit in 2027" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.313presents.com/news/detail/banana-ball-detroit-2027" target="_blank">2027 Banana Ball schedule</a> includes two games at Fifth Third Park (formerly Comerica Park) on June 25-26, featuring the Party Animals against the Indianapolis Clowns.

Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 16-18

Cheer on the Free Press Marathon runners, try a fall festival or visit fashion week.

🏃 Cheer on loved ones (or <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="make a witty sign" data-vars-click-url="https://runtothefinish.com/50-marathon-race-sign-ideas/" data-vars-content-id="0707fdfe-aa40-425d-8124-db4a8df606e8" data-vars-headline="Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 16-18" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://runtothefinish.com/50-marathon-race-sign-ideas/" target="_blank">make a witty sign</a> to encourage strangers) at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Detroit Free Press Marathon" data-vars-click-url="https://www.freepmarathon.com/" data-vars-content-id="0707fdfe-aa40-425d-8124-db4a8df606e8" data-vars-headline="Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Oct. 16-18" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.freepmarathon.com/" target="_blank">Detroit Free Press Marathon</a>.<ul><li>The half and full kick off at 7am Sunday. </li></ul>

5 spooky Halloween bars in Metro Detroit

Sip spooky cocktails surrounded by horror movie decor, skeletons and witchy vibes.

Who hasn&#x27;t thought about drinking a blood-red margarita while staring into the empty yet welcoming eyes of a plastic skeleton?<ul><li>If you&#x27;re into that, we&#x27;ve got some options for local Halloween pop-up bars: </li></ul>

First Sip: Livonia's Elen Café is a dreamy coffee escape

Elen Café pairs creative seasonal drinks with a fun art wall and a memorable sandwich.

Food and Drink

I recently stopped to take meetings and write at a well-reviewed coffee shop in Livonia called <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Elen " data-vars-click-url="https://www.elen-cafe.com/" data-vars-content-id="4b9ae7e9-e7b0-446b-9aa3-e81ba2bc7857" data-vars-headline="First Sip: Livonia&#x27;s Elen Café is a dreamy coffee escape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.elen-cafe.com/" target="_blank">Elen </a><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Café" data-vars-click-url="https://www.elen-cafe.com/" data-vars-content-id="4b9ae7e9-e7b0-446b-9aa3-e81ba2bc7857" data-vars-headline="First Sip: Livonia&#x27;s Elen Café is a dreamy coffee escape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.elen-cafe.com/" target="_blank">Café</a>.<ul><li>I&#x27;m not around those parts very often, but I&#x27;d just toured the new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital in Northville" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/08/new-state-psychiatric-hospital" data-vars-content-id="4b9ae7e9-e7b0-446b-9aa3-e81ba2bc7857" data-vars-headline="First Sip: Livonia&#x27;s Elen Café is a dreamy coffee escape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/08/new-state-psychiatric-hospital" target="_self">Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital in Northville</a>.</li></ul>

Little Ghost expands to Grosse Pointe Woods

The Grey Ghost spinoff plans to open its second location on Mack Avenue in early 2027.

Grey Ghost&#x27;s burger empire is expanding into Grosse Pointe Woods next year.Dig in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Little Ghost" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eatlittleghost.com/" data-vars-content-id="eeae5efd-aa3d-4fce-bc09-04f416fd18b4" data-vars-headline="Little Ghost expands to Grosse Pointe Woods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eatlittleghost.com/" target="_blank">Little Ghost</a>, the downtown restaurant&#x27;s younger sibling, is planning to open its second location on Mack Avenue near Vernier Road, Four Man Ladder Hospitality announced this week.

Trying fast-casual Waka in Detroit's Eastern Market

Waka serves buttery chapati wraps, skewers and fried potatoes in the former Russell Street Deli.

👋 Annalise here, after trying the new fast-casual spot from the owners of much-loved East African restaurant Baobab Fare.The big picture: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Waka" data-vars-click-url="https://baobabfare.com/waka/" data-vars-content-id="7aeaa1d6-9df8-4c64-85ba-d4e8aff5d77b" data-vars-headline="Trying fast-casual Waka in Detroit&#x27;s Eastern Market" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://baobabfare.com/waka/" target="_blank">Waka</a> replaces the long-closed Russell Street Deli in the heart of Eastern Market, near Supino Pizzeria.

Slutty Vegan nears Detroit opening

We sampled the viral chain's burgers, wings and peach pudding.

Slutty Vegan, the viral and vulgar plant-based <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="restaurant chain" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/05/bad-brads-bbq-otus-supply" data-vars-content-id="ad7fbbbb-6f30-48d4-920e-a03326458af9" data-vars-headline="Slutty Vegan nears Detroit opening" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/05/bad-brads-bbq-otus-supply" target="_self">restaurant chain</a>, is getting closer to opening its first Detroit location.Dig in: During a recent Axios work retreat in Atlanta, Georgia native and repeat customer Kristen Swilley took Axios&#x27; Casey Weldon and editor Tyler Buchanan to see what all the fuss is about.

Dutch Girl Donuts opens second location

The beloved bakery's new location opens Tuesday with morning hours.

Starting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tuesday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd-FAdUizVW/?stkn=dzJybDQyM2R2M29n" data-vars-content-id="9aee4fac-9183-4cb5-a2fe-cc9b8675ecdb" data-vars-headline="Dutch Girl Donuts opens second location" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd-FAdUizVW/?stkn=dzJybDQyM2R2M29n" target="_blank">Tuesday</a> on East Grand Boulevard, you can get <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dutch Girl Donuts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dutchgirldetroit.com/" data-vars-content-id="9aee4fac-9183-4cb5-a2fe-cc9b8675ecdb" data-vars-headline="Dutch Girl Donuts opens second location" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dutchgirldetroit.com/" target="_blank">Dutch Girl Donuts</a>.The big picture: Beloved bakery Dutch Girl is expanding to a second location.

Bad Brad's BBQ buildout takes shape in Ferndale

The local barbecue chain is preparing to open its sixth location.

Business

Construction work was underway last week at the former Otus Supply in Ferndale.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bad Brad&#x27;s BBQ" data-vars-click-url="https://badbradsbbq.com/" data-vars-content-id="4f11d10c-2066-4465-886d-5f91b977c87c" data-vars-headline="Bad Brad&#x27;s BBQ buildout takes shape in Ferndale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://badbradsbbq.com/" target="_blank">Bad Brad&#x27;s BBQ</a> plans to open its sixth location there, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="per Crain&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/cdb-bad-brads-bbq-ferndale-20260508/" data-vars-content-id="4f11d10c-2066-4465-886d-5f91b977c87c" data-vars-headline="Bad Brad&#x27;s BBQ buildout takes shape in Ferndale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/cdb-bad-brads-bbq-ferndale-20260508/" target="_blank">per Crain&#x27;s</a>.

Michigan voters share midterm nerves

From excitement to anxiety, readers share how they're feeling ahead of Election Day.

Last week, Axios Detroit <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="asked readers to weigh in" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/22/michigan-voter-guides-2026-ballot" data-vars-content-id="2721fca1-7aae-4a65-b95f-908b8a870832" data-vars-headline="Michigan voters share midterm nerves" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/22/michigan-voter-guides-2026-ballot" target="_self">asked readers to weigh in</a> on how they&#x27;re feeling about Michigan&#x27;s upcoming midterms, which have been <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="driving a lot of anxiety" data-vars-click-url="https://news.gallup.com/poll/712955/election-concerns-run-high-ahead-2026-midterms.aspx" data-vars-content-id="2721fca1-7aae-4a65-b95f-908b8a870832" data-vars-headline="Michigan voters share midterm nerves" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/712955/election-concerns-run-high-ahead-2026-midterms.aspx" target="_blank">driving a lot of anxiety</a>. Thanks to all who responded!<ul><li>Nearly three-quarters of the 24 respondents said they&#x27;re voting absentee, versus about 17% on Election Day and 13% early in person. </li><li>Here&#x27;s a selection of what you wrote, edited for brevity and clarity: </li></ul>

New bills target deed fraud, a big problem in Detroit

State lawmakers want to make it easier to reclaim homes lost through fraudulent deeds.

State Sen. Sylvia Santana (D-Detroit) and other legislators are pushing new state rules that would help victims of deed fraud get their homes back.Why it matters: Deed fraud — a national problem that&#x27;s considered a full-on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="crisis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2026/02/01/growing-deed-fraud-crisis-in-detroit-sparks-call-for-reforms-and-homeowner-awareness/" data-vars-content-id="942b3520-9951-43df-b036-4475b0c69230" data-vars-headline="New bills target deed fraud, a big problem in Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2026/02/01/growing-deed-fraud-crisis-in-detroit-sparks-call-for-reforms-and-homeowner-awareness/" target="_blank">crisis</a> in Detroit — can lead to homeowners losing their houses and generational wealth.

Michigan election 2026: School board, proposals and museums

From school board races to museum funding, here's what voters will decide Nov. 3.

The battles for U.S. Senate and Michigan governor may dominate headlines, but Metro Detroiters have other big decisions to make by Nov. 3.<ul><li>We&#x27;ve got the resources to help you make informed decisions: </li></ul>

Coleman Young statue effort gains momentum

Detroit leaders will announce new milestones in the effort to honor the former mayor.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bid to get" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2022/11/30/coleman-a-young-statue-bipartisan-support-detroit" data-vars-content-id="0e043ceb-d713-4015-ac51-84332037021c" data-vars-headline="Coleman Young statue effort gains momentum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2022/11/30/coleman-a-young-statue-bipartisan-support-detroit" target="_self">bid to get</a> a statue of former Detroit Mayor Coleman A. Young placed in the U.S. Capitol is gaining new traction.The latest: Big funders have signed on to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Coleman A. Young Foundation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cayf.org/" data-vars-content-id="0e043ceb-d713-4015-ac51-84332037021c" data-vars-headline="Coleman Young statue effort gains momentum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cayf.org/" target="_blank">Coleman A. Young Foundation</a>&#x27;s yearslong effort to recognize the legendary, barrier-breaking politician.

Michigan U.S. Senate ad spending hits $181 million

Republicans are outspending Democrats in one of the nation's costliest U.S. Senate races.

Every voting-age Michigander could get an eight-square Buddy&#x27;s pizza with what Democrats and Republicans are spending on ads in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the state&#x27;s U.S. Senate race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" data-vars-content-id="48e5b65d-6dea-4c26-87b8-a109e24fa55a" data-vars-headline="Michigan U.S. Senate ad spending hits $181 million" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" target="_self">the state&#x27;s U.S. Senate race</a>, according to an analysis of AdImpact data.Why it matters: Every senator gets one vote, but Senate seats don&#x27;t all cost the same to reach — and Michigan is among the priciest races of the year, with ad spending of $181 million.

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