Detroit Archives - Bridge Michigan https://bridgemi.com/tag/detroit/ Michigan’s nonpartisan, nonprofit news source Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:44:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://bridgemi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-android-chrome-192x192-1-32x32.png Detroit Archives - Bridge Michigan https://bridgemi.com/tag/detroit/ 32 32 247008660 Total compensation for WSU’s new president to reach $1.2 million, contract shows https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/total-compensation-for-wsus-new-president-to-reach-1-2-million-contract-shows/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:26:33 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=73154 A sign for Wayne State University.WSU’s 14th president landed a contract that has a few unusual provisions, an expert said. But a board member called it fair for both sides.]]> A sign for Wayne State University.

WSU’s 14th president landed a contract that has a few unusual provisions, an expert said. But a board member called it fair for both sides.

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WSU appoints interim president to permanent post without interviewing other candidates https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/wsu-to-elevate-interim-president-richard-bierschbach-to-permanent-post/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:19:31 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=73064 A smiling man sits on a desk in front of a window and a bookcaseWSU named law school dean Richard Bierschbach as interim president in September. His leadership has led to a permanent appointment without a national search or interview of other candidates.]]> A smiling man sits on a desk in front of a window and a bookcase

WSU named law school dean Richard Bierschbach as interim president in September. His leadership has led to a permanent appointment without a national search or interview of other candidates.

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Michigan school board member calls for fed probe over ‘indoctrination’ claims https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-school-board-member-calls-for-fed-probe-over-indoctrination-claims/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:36:12 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=73031 Nikki Snyder speaks at a State Board of Education meeting Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Lansing.A Republican State Board of Education member claims the agency is prioritizing sexual politics over test scores.]]> Nikki Snyder speaks at a State Board of Education meeting Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Lansing.

A Republican State Board of Education member claims the agency is prioritizing sexual politics over test scores.

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‘Green Houses’ offer cozier alternative to Michigan nursing homes https://bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/green-houses-pace-offer-michigan-seniors-cozier-alternative-to-nursing-homes/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:16:37 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72910 Green House residents gather at the table for dinner at the Thome Rivertown Senior Apartments in Detroit, Michigan, on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026.Two programs are helping older Detroit area residents avoid nursing homes, improving care and potentially saving tax dollars. So why aren’t there more of them?]]> Green House residents gather at the table for dinner at the Thome Rivertown Senior Apartments in Detroit, Michigan, on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026.

Two programs are helping older Detroit area residents avoid nursing homes, improving care and potentially saving tax dollars. So why aren’t there more of them?

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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, paved the way for Black representation in Michigan https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/jesse-jackson-civil-rights-leader-paved-the-way-for-black-representation-in-michigan/ https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/jesse-jackson-civil-rights-leader-paved-the-way-for-black-representation-in-michigan/#respond Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:59:41 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72817 Democratic presidential hopeful Jesse Jackson with his wife, Jacqueline, salutes the cheering crowd at Operation Push in Chicago, March 10, 1988.Political and community leaders across Detroit and Michigan are remembering Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84.]]> Democratic presidential hopeful Jesse Jackson with his wife, Jacqueline, salutes the cheering crowd at Operation Push in Chicago, March 10, 1988.

Political and community leaders across Detroit and Michigan are remembering Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84.

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Report: Michigan-Canada bridge delay could cost up to $7M per week https://bridgemi.com/business-watch/report-michigan-canada-bridge-delay-could-cost-up-to-7m-per-week/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:49:36 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72677 The Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit, MI. The shot depicts the tower on the US side with Zug Island situated under and behind the bridge.Delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge would cost Canadian and US taxpayers, while indirectly affecting the auto industry, according to an analysis that follows President Trump’s threat to block the crossing. ]]> The Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit, MI. The shot depicts the tower on the US side with Zug Island situated under and behind the bridge.

Delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge would cost Canadian and US taxpayers, while indirectly affecting the auto industry, according to an analysis that follows President Trump’s threat to block the crossing.

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Trump rethinking Canada bridge permit amid Michigan jeers, cheers https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/trump-rethinking-canada-bridge-permit-amid-michigan-jeers-cheers/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:42:49 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72602 Gordie Howe BridgeAs President Donald Trump considers amending a key permit for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, some top Michigan Republicans back his threat to block the nearly completed span from opening, saying they think it will lead to ‘a good deal.’]]> Gordie Howe Bridge

As President Donald Trump considers amending a key permit for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, some top Michigan Republicans back his threat to block the nearly completed span from opening, saying they think it will lead to ‘a good deal.’

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Trump threatens to block Michigan-Canada bridge in trade war escalation https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/trump-threatens-to-block-michigan-canada-bridge-in-trade-war-escalation/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:51:27 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72526 An aerial image of Gordie Howe International Bridge.President Donald Trump suggests he ‘will not allow’ the nearly completed Gordie Howe International Bridge to open in Detroit because of an ongoing trade war with Canada. ]]> An aerial image of Gordie Howe International Bridge.

President Donald Trump suggests he ‘will not allow’ the nearly completed Gordie Howe International Bridge to open in Detroit because of an ongoing trade war with Canada.

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Michigan cash-for-moms program launches in Detroit, expanding in UP https://bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/cash-aid-program-for-moms-and-babies-launches-in-detroit-where-it-will-go-next/ https://bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/cash-aid-program-for-moms-and-babies-launches-in-detroit-where-it-will-go-next/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72488 Applications are open in Detroit. In March, the popular cash aid program is slated to grow across the rest of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.]]>

Applications are open in Detroit. In March, the popular cash aid program is slated to grow across the rest of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

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Michigan governor hopefuls clash on free student meals, ICE at schools https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/michigan-governor-hopefuls-clash-on-free-student-meals-ice-at-schools/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:24:02 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72431 jocelyn bensonDemocrat Jocelyn Benson said she’d use ‘every tool’ to keep ICE out of Michigan schools. That debate is a ‘sideshow’ that won’t fix education woes, argued Republican Mike Cox. ]]> jocelyn benson

Democrat Jocelyn Benson said she’d use ‘every tool’ to keep ICE out of Michigan schools. That debate is a ‘sideshow’ that won’t fix education woes, argued Republican Mike Cox.

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