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The Detroit News

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Washtenaw Co. prosecutor wins Michigan attorney general race

DETROIT — Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit, a Democrat, won his race to be Michigan's next attorney general, defeating Republican Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd. The Associated Press and CNN called the race for Savit. In an address at the Michigan Democratic Party's watch party, given shortly before 2 a.m., Savit said he would stand with working people to prevent wage theft, would protect the right to vote and keep the state safe. "This is a historic night here in Michigan," Savit said, "and we have just gone through probably the ugliest, most divisive and dirtiest campaign season that we have ever seen in this country. And you know what, at the end of the day, what won? It was love. It was a message that communities can stand together.” Savit will replace Democratic Attorney General Dana Nessel, who is term-limited. Lloyd congratulated Savit on a "hard-fought victory" and thanked his family, volunteers, supporters and donors in a statement issued Wednesday morning. "I hope he will run the office fairly and prioritize the public's safety as attorney general," Lloyd said of Savit. "I still have the best job I've ever had as Eaton County prosecutor and I will be back

Washtenaw County, MI · 2d

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Brighton Lake Road Closure On Tuesday, November 3rd

A portion of Brighton Lake Road will be closed to traffic on Tuesday. Brighton Lake Road will be closed between S. Third and Northern Ridge beginning at 7am, with an estimated opening time of 4pm to allow the city’s water division to repair a hydrant. Residents who live within...

Brighton, MI · 4d
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A Michigan data center contract sets a $2.26 billion exit fee if the tenant ever walks away, and state regulators built that number to shield other electric customers from the bill

Soybean rows once covered the ground where steel now rises in rural Washtenaw County. Transmission crews have spent months widening the lines feeding one unfinished building. Nothing about the site looks unusual from the road. But a single clause buried in the paperwork behind it carries more financial weight than...

Michigan · 5d
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Tecumseh Kiwanis installs officers, honors four members

TECUMSEH — The Kiwanis Club of Tecumseh installed its officers for the 2026–2027 year and honored four members during its annual banquet September 29. Laura Carothers became president, with Amy Kennedy serving as president-elect and Jacob Wright as vice president. Carol Zawacki is secretary, and Sandy Lewis is treasurer.

Tecumseh, MI · 4d
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Railroad Crossing Repair In City Of Brighton Starts Monday

A railroad crossing repair will result in an intersection closure and detour in the City of Brighton this week. CSX Railroad advised that it will be closing the railroad crossing at N. Fourth and Walnut Street on Monday, November 2nd around 8:30am and then re-opening it on Friday, November 6th to complete the repair of the tracks.

Brighton, MI · 4d

thesalinepost.com

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McVey to Lead New Council, Fire Millage Passes

Saline City Council will feature three new members, including new Mayor Michael McVey at the start of 2027. McVey defeated incumbent Mayor Brian Marl, who will complete his 14th year as Mayor, by more than 500 votes. "The citizens of Saline have spoken and elected me to serve as their...

Saline, MI · 2d

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Voting delayed in different Michigan counties due to malfunctioning tabulators

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Voting was delayed in different counties in Michigan because of malfunctioning tabulators, according to local officials. Some voting was delayed in Madison Heights, Redford Township and Shelby Township due to the malfunctioning tabulators, according to the Detroit Free Press. Angela Benander, chief communications officer for the...

Michigan · 2d

Michigan Daily

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Michigan Democratic candidates encourage students to vote with free cinnamon rolls

The Washtenaw County Democratic Party’s One Team Michigan initiative hosted a tabling event outside the LSA Building Friday afternoon, inviting Democratic candidates running in the upcoming midterm election Michigan College Democrats volunteers to speak with student voters. Attorney General candidate Eli Savit, Secretary of State candidate Garlin Gilchrist and...

Washtenaw County, MI · 4d

Michigan Daily

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David DeVarti, Christina Fleming and Ruth Hatcher reelected to Washtenaw Community College Board of Trustees

Incumbents David DeVarti, Christina Fleming and Ruth Hatcher won reelection to the Washtenaw Community College Board of Trustees Nov. 3, earning themselves a third term each and beating out newcomer challenger Daniel Katanski. As of 3:21 a.m. on Nov.4, DeVarti has received 76167 or 27.82% of the vote; Fleming has...

Ann Arbor, MI · 2d

The Detroit News

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Dearborn Public Schools $1.5B bond request passes overwhelmingly

DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools passed a massive $1.5 billion bond Nov. 3 to overhaul its aging infrastructure, paving the way for six new schools to be built, according to unofficial results. According to the Wayne County Election Division, the issue passed with 68% voting yes to 32% voting no, with all precincts in Dearborn reporting data even as others in Wayne County were still outstanding. Superintendent Mike Esseily, who took over the reins of the district in July, called the bond passage a win for the community. "The entire community was behind this plan," Esseily said by phone. "The entire community believed in its vision." The district's previous bond failed narrowly in 2019, sending leaders back to the drawing board for a more comprehensive plan that voters would find more appealing and financially palatable. Esseily said the work paid off. "People were able to see this plan had a lot of thought behind it, it made sense, the numbers matched the work and people were excited," he said. The district plans to rebuild, renovate and update all of its school buildings over the next 20 years with the 30-year bond, which appeared on the ballot as a 3.14-mill request.

Dearborn, MI · 2d

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Brighton District Library Receives State Librarian’s Excellence Award

The Brighton District Library has received the 25th annual State Librarian’s Excellence Award - recognizing the library’s dedication to providing superior customer service. Director Cindy Mack was “incredibly honored” for the Library to receive the award. Mack said “This recognition reflects the dedication, creativity and passion...

Brighton, MI · 2d

CBS Detroit

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Voters cast ballots in clerk's dining room in this Oakland County township

With only 128 registered voters, elections in Novi Township bring the tight-knit community together under one roof.

Oakland County, MI · 4d

Cleveland Jewish News

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These Michigan rabbis couldn’t get El-Sayed’s attention. Now they’re going national.

ANN ARBOR – Shortly before an Oct. 24 rally featuring Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and former President Barack Obama in Detroit, 250 rabbis from across the country urged them both to take their concerns more seriously about El-Sayed’s position on Israel. The rabbis were speaking on...

Michigan · 4d

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SMART Reveals 2027 Transit Changes: New Livonia Routes, Public Hearings Announced

SMART wants to add new bus service lines in Livonia in 2027. The plan includes Route 290 in Newburgh and Route 295 Plymouth. City officials want residents to attend three public hearings in November to learn about the proposed bus lines and ask questions. The city of Livonia said public...

Livonia, MI · 4d

The Detroit News

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Michigan officials contact DOJ about monitors speaking to poll workers

LANSING — Attorneys with the Michigan Attorney General’s Office and Department of State made contact with the Department of Justice Tuesday, Nov. 3, after receiving reports that the department’s monitors were speaking with poll workers in Dearborn and Flint. DOJ monitors are largely limited to observing the voting process, with the precinct captain being their only point of contact at a polling location. But on Tuesday, monitors asked poll workers in Dearborn for copies of their training materials and monitors in Flint asked poll workers for information on how they were trained, said Kim Bush, a spokeswoman for state Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office. When state officials informed the DOJ’s Michigan coordinator about the issue, the coordinator said that was not how they were trained and the monitors would be spoken to directly to correct the situation, Bush said. She noted that the DOJ uses both its own employees and volunteers who are trained to monitor elections across the country. “Those people were then trained because it’s not their area of subject matter expertise,” Bush said of the volunteers. “As with any large group of volunteers, there’s likely going to be some people who make mistakes.” The office will continue

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Dearborn Schools bond proposal is on the ballot

The Dearborn Public School District is asking voters to consider a large bond during this year’s midterms. The bond proposal is a is seeking $1.5 billion to replace old buildings at six new Pre-K through 8th grade schools schools and renovate all 3 high schools, add new buses and other improvements.

Dearborn, MI · 4d

Michigan Daily

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Ann Arbor’s new net-zero fire station honors city’s first female firefighter

On Friday afternoon, the Ann Arbor Fire Department held a dedication ceremony for its newly-rebuilt Fire Station Fire Station 4, dedicated to the department’s first female firefighter, Mindy Kerr. The $12 million building — the city’ s first new station since 1981 — replaced the previously aging station with...

Ann Arbor, MI · 3d

Livingston Daily | Daily Press & Argus

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Brighton planners to consider site plan amendment for Allor on Main

The Daily is providing a weekly round-up of the biggest topics in upcoming municipal meetings, giving our readers a chance to engage with their local officials on the projects, appointments and decisions that hit closest to home. These round-ups are written on Fridays and updated online Mondays. Municipalities are not required by the Michigan Open Meetings Act to provide an agenda in advance of a meeting, but they are required to provide notice. Please visit your local municipality website for the most updated information. Here are the biggest topics for meetings Monday-Friday, Nov. 2-6: Village of Pinckney Planning Commission Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at Pinckney Village Hall The agenda includes: Consideration of approving and forwarding the proposed master plan. This is unfinished business from a prior meeting. A discussion of ordinances that need reviewing, including a sign ordinance and accessory dwelling units (ADU). This is unfinished business from a prior meeting. Developing a practical recommendation that supports rain gardens, flower gardens, native plantings and pollinator habitats while protecting neighboring properties and maintaining the appearance and safety of the village. This is unfinished business from a prior meeting. Read the full agenda: tinyurl.com/mrxrhzsw How to participate remotely: Microsoft Teams.

Brighton, MI · 4d

Echo online

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Democrats win Wayne State, Michigan State governing board seats

Democrats dominated state university boards in Michigan, with Brianna Scott and Kelly Tebay winning the Michigan State University trustee race and Shereef Akeel and Richard Mack securing seats on the Wayne State University governing board. The Eastern Echo has called this race with votes from all counties in Michigan fully...

Michigan · 2d

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Ypsilanti City Council approves $100K allocation for winter shelter services

At the Oct. 20, 2026, Ypsilanti City Council meeting, council members approved an allocation of $100,000 to the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County for winter sheltering services in the city. The proposal was approved unanimously, but some changes to the winter shelter options sparked discussion between city leaders. In 2022,...

Ypsilanti, MI · 5d