Cop who called Detroiters ‘garbage’ is on disability; DPD chief speaks out
The days may be numbered for a Detroit cop who bragged about assaulting residents and children.
Detroit cop calls city residents ‘garbage,’ brags about assaulting them
The officer bemoaned cell phone cameras, saying, “You can’t walk up to a kid or asshole and smack him in the face like we did.”
Record number of Detroit police live outside the city after 1999 residency law
Supporters of residency requirements say officers who live outside of Detroit are more likely to further erode trust between the black community and police.
10 most popular Motor City Muckraker stories in 2016
Our coverage of the Flint water crisis and presidential election led to our most popular stories in 2016.
Video: Drunken sheriff’s lieutenant nearly tasered for refusing to cooperate
“Let’s make a deal. A cop to a cop,” the lieutenant pleaded with a deputy.
Motown legend Stevie Wonder calls for unity after ugly presidential election
Stevie Wonder delivered a message of tolerance and peace in Detroit during the unveiling of a road named after the Motown Legend on Wednesday afternoon.
Police: Muslim student at University of Michigan lied about hijab threat
A Trump opponent also was charged with setting fire to a black church and spray-painting, “Vote Trump.”
CNN journalist: I was subjected to ‘vaginal pat down’ at Detroit airport
“Startled, I jump and feel a lump in my throat trying to hold back tears.”
Snyder-appointed emergency managers charged for role in Flint water crisis
The emergency managers were appointed by Gov. Snyder and now face up to 20 years in prison.
Warren mayor fired from radio show after repulsive remarks about disabled people
Warren Mayor Jim Fouts also is facing calls for his resignation.