Downriver
Coverage of Downriver in the Nexus archive.
- Transgender candidate could make history in Downriver state representative race
Joanna Whaley defeated Frank Liberati in a Democratic primary election. She is now running for a state representative seat in Downriver, where she could make history by becoming the first openly trans woman to win such an office.
- State police Trooper 2 helps bust street takeover suspects
Michigan State Police, using a helicopter, tracked a Chrysler 300 involved in a street takeover on Detroit's west side to Downriver, leading to the arrest of suspects. Trooper 2 assisted in the operation.
- Downriver residents and pets find ways to beat the heat as temperatures soar into the 90s
Downriver residents are using splash pads, community pools, and parks to cope with high temperatures. Workers at the Kennedy Aquatic Center report increased demand, and petting farm staff implement cooling measures for animals.
- Downriver businesses losing thousands as DTE power outages stretch into days after Friday storms
DTE power outages following Friday's storms have left thousands of Downriver businesses without electricity for days, causing significant financial losses. Business owners like Krissy McGuire and Terrence Bevins reported closures, lost wages, and discarded inventory totaling nearly $8,000. DTE acknowledged the urgency but provided no clear timeline for restoration.