The article discusses a dispute between the city of Dearborn and FAMD over increased costs for animal control services, with a contract expiring and the possibility of service disruption.

Detroit City Councilwoman Angela Calloway leads efforts to regulate cannabis billboards, with some locals supporting restrictions and business owners defending their advertising rights. No formal council decision yet.

Michigan Sen. Polehanki proposes a state ban on bump stocks after the U.S. Supreme Court lifts a federal prohibition.

A Michigan judge blocked the state's 24-hour abortion waiting period and allowed nurse practitioners to perform the procedure, aligning with the constitutional right to abortion.

Michigan voters can participate in the primary election on August 6 through in-person voting and "no-excuse" absentee ballots, with early voting from July 27 to August 4. Absentee ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Detroit honors WWII hero Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson with a statue and plaza at Rouge Park, celebrating his legacy as a Tuskegee Airman and educator.

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy secures $35 million for waterfront development despite a scandal involving its former CFO's embezzlement. The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and others provide support.

Michigan Rep. Neil Friske was arrested on felony charges, with his campaign suggesting a firearm was involved. His arraignment is pending a review of charges.

The Michigan House committee approved bills to combat automated ticket bots that inflate resale prices, often spurred by events like Taylor Swift's Eras Tour sellout.

Michigan's House passed a bill targeting the malicious use of deepfakes, notably fake pornography, with near-unanimous support. The legislation now moves to the Senate.

The Michigan Board of Education supports an independent review of the Oxford High School shooting and calls for mental health and school safety program funding.

The Michigan Board of Education is calling for a funded review of the 2021 Oxford High School shooting and changes to school safety and mental health policies.

Donald Trump is set to discuss the Biden administration's failures in Detroit at an upcoming roundtable, amidst his first Michigan visit since a felony conviction.