Ex-Treasurer Andy Dillon on Caribbean cruise on last week of work
But it appears the governor’s office had no idea Dillon was on vacation.
Councilman George Cushingberry tells Detroit News: “Go to hell!”
“Dear Detroit News, Go to hell. Go straight to hell. Do not pass go and don’t even think about collecting $200,” Cushingberry wrote.
Coup de le Détroit! EM opponents gain control of Detroit City Council
Today’s election is a clear signal that council is digging in for a fight against the emergency manager’s authority and the bankruptcy proceedings – promises made on the campaign trail.
Deadly firebombing caps wild 3-day Angels’ Night
Perhaps most eye-opening wasn’t the number of fires but the fallouts from budget cuts.
Top Bing official resigns over EM’s lack of transparency
Andre DuPerry said he could no longer work with Orr and his staff because they routinely steamrolled the competitive bidding process and operated in the dark.
FBI: DPS official accused of stealing millions from kids
Agents swarmed the home and business of Carolyn Darden, who served as the district’s director of grants – a position that would have given her access to tens of millions of dollars.
Pension cuts could put retired Detroit firefighters on welfare
Unlike most public employees, Detroit firefighters aren’t eligible for social security, so they rely on city retirement benefits.
State hires former Kwame ‘henchman’ for police chief job
A lawsuit alleges former Detroit Police James Tolbert impeded a probe into the murder of exotic dancer “Strawberry.”
Detroit EM official resigns after making racist comments
If the EM, who is black, was offended, he didn’t say so. Instead, he applauded Bonsall for his work.
Council approves tweaked plan to make Belle Isle a state park
Approval of the plan prompted outrage in the small audience as security removed some shouting residents.