Attorney: Emergency manager in Detroit could violate sunshine laws, allow for backroom deals
Sunshine law that requires a transparent government likely will be ignored by the state.
Stuck in Detroit: One day, five fires and one man trying to flee “this hell”
On Sunday afternoon, Larry paced outside while flames spread through four neighboring, vacant houses on the east side.
Single arson drained fire resources for entire east side of Detroit; budget cuts endangering lives
As Gov. Rick Snyder announces plans today to take over the city’s finances today, the state will be responsible for Detroit’s public safety crisis.
Columnist: Gov. Snyder’s anti-union legislation strips rights of employees to help define work
Collective bargaining is more than just ink on a pay stub; it gives voice to the people.
Mayor Bing to city council: Approve lease of Belle Isle or 50 parks will close
Most council members opposed the Belle Isle lease Tuesday, saying they don’t trust the city gem in state hands.
Exclusive: Gov. Snyder plans to appoint emergency manager over Detroit after little progress
State officials have been meeting privately with city leaders over the past month to discuss the future under a state financial takeover.
Frustrated with City Council, Gov. Snyder withdraws offer to lease Belle Isle
The failed negotiations may accelerate the state’s decision to appoint an emergency manager over the city, which is headed toward bankruptcy.
City leaders ignore alternative plan to save, improve Belle Isle; time running out
The players deciding Belle Isle’s future have chosen not to look at good alternative to lease.
Sex scandal involving Detroit News reporter not what it appears, friends say
Ex-wife of state Treasurer Andy Dillon claims the reporter threatened to kill her.
Racial tensions flare at meeting over Belle Isle lease: “White whores can’t save us.”
A public hearing over leasing Belle Isle to the state turned ugly today when opponents heckled supporters and suggested the deal was a racist takeover.