Wayne County

Michigan reported 13,909 documented cases of cyclosporiasis from a microscopic Cyclospora parasite that spreads through contaminated food or water. A total of 314 people have been hospitalized, and two deaths were reported during the outbreak. Health departments are advising residents to observe basic food safety practices like handwashing and cooking food properly.

First Step, a Wayne County nonprofit for survivors of domestic violence, received a $100,000 Lowe’s Community Impact Grant to renovate its residential program. The funding will allow the organization to make major upgrades to its 10 family suites and the laundry room, creating a secure and welcoming environment for families.

Thunderstorms are expected to move across Metro Detroit on Monday, Aug. 10. A list of special weather statements has been provided for multiple counties, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston, Lenawee, Lapeer, Genesee, St. Clair, and Sanilac.

Three Detroit men were convicted following the fatal 2025 shooting of six-year-old Rylee Love by a stray bullet while he was playing in his home on the city’s west side. Terrance Jaland Blue was found guilty of multiple charges, including first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. Authorities stated that the defendants fired multiple rounds from a vehicle into people near Anglin Street and Stender Avenue.

President Donald Trump criticized Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, calling him a 'Communist' and alleging widespread voter fraud in Wayne County without evidence. El-Sayed advanced to the Democratic nomination after a narrow primary victory over Rep. Haley Stevens, while the Department of Justice announced plans to send poll watchers to monitor voting in Detroit and other areas. Trump claimed Republicans would face 'fake mail-in ballots' in the November election.

Donavan McKinney won the Democratic primary for the 13th Congressional District with 51.47% of the vote in Wayne County, defeating incumbent Rep. Shri Thanedar. The district includes parts of Detroit and several other communities. McKinney has served in the Michigan House of Representatives since 2023.

The Associated Press projects Abdul El-Sayed will win the 2026 Michigan U.S. Senate Democratic primary election. El-Sayed, an epidemiologist who served as director of Wayne County's Department of Health, Human, and Veterans Services from 2023 to 2025, advances to the November 2026 general election against Republican candidate Mike Rogers.

SMART celebrated early voting results showing 66.2% support for a Wayne County transit millage, which would expand public transportation to 17 previously opt-out communities and generate $57 million annually for services. The millage, at 0.98 mills, would cost property owners about $8 monthly for a $100,000 home and fund new routes, extensions, and on-demand services. Opponents argue it is an unnecessary expense, while supporters highlight economic and accessibility benefits.

Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed are in a tight race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination. The contest reflects a national Democratic Party divide between establishment and progressive factions. Wayne County vote counts may influence the outcome as Stevens seeks to close a narrowing margin.

Primary 2026 results show ballot proposals leading, while the US Senate race remains too close to call. Wayne County's transit and schools millage proposals appear headed for approval as results continue to come in.

The article provides a list of counties and townships in Michigan where results for the 2026 Primary Election can be found. Locations include Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, and others with specific townships such as Ferndale, Royal Oak, and Grosse Ile.

Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in the Michigan Senate Democratic primary with a 4-point margin in early results. The race remains too close to call as votes from Wayne County are still being counted.

The Democratic primary for Senate in Michigan remains close between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. The outcome hinges on how Wayne County voted.

Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary with partial vote counts, as the race reflects party divisions between progressive and establishment factions. Key vote-rich areas remain uncounted, and the winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in a general election toss-up race.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results will be available by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, Washtenaw, and Lapeer counties.

Detroit residents are voting on a $120 million operating millage proposal to fund the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). The vote follows a court decision halting the previous district's tax collection, requiring DPSCD to seek voter approval for revenue to cover salaries and programs. The millage applies to commercial, rental, and vacation properties, not primary homeowners.

Election Day in Detroit features school and transit proposals on the ballot, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. City Clerk Janice Winfrey anticipates a 20% voter turnout, while federal election monitors are deployed amid scrutiny over Michigan elections. Two key millage proposals—Wayne County transit funding and Detroit Public Schools Community District operating funds—are highlighted.

The article provides primary election results for the Wayne County Public Transportation Millage. It directs readers to a source for the results but does not include specific numerical data or outcomes.

Voters in metro Detroit showed strong turnout for early voting and absentee ballot drop-offs ahead of the primary election. Clerks in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties reported high participation and no major issues, with expectations of a robust Election Day turnout.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results are organized by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and Washtenaw counties, with township-level breakdowns listed in the article.

SMART and DDOT will provide free rides to polling places in Metro Detroit on Primary Election Day, August 4. All SMART services in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne counties, and Detroit city routes will be fare-free from midnight to 11:59 p.m. The initiative aims to ensure voters can access polling locations without transportation barriers.

A Flood Watch is in effect for several counties in Metro Detroit through Sunday afternoon due to heavy rainfall, with up to 3 inches of rain possible in some areas. Weather conditions include rain showers, thunderstorms, and gradually clearing skies through the week.

Justin Onwenu's state Senate primary campaign in Detroit has received $117,000 from pro-Israel donors, including AIPAC and Jewish Federation contributors, ahead of his race against Yemeni-American candidate Abraham Aiyash. Aiyash accuses Onwenu of lying about accepting AIPAC-aligned donations, while Onwenu denies the connection and frames his support as representing diverse faith communities.

A Honduran man wanted for murder was arrested in Taylor for allegedly illegally re-entering the U.S. Federal agents found fraudulent documents in his possession and he had been previously removed twice.

MDOT's Restore I-94 project shifts eastbound traffic to shared westbound lanes on I-94 in western Wayne County starting August 1, 2025, with closures lasting through mid-2027. Specific ramps and Beech Daly Road at I-94 will close during construction, requiring detours. Speeding penalties in work zones are doubled under state law.

A Canton mother filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Wayne County, the City of Inkster, and officials, alleging they mishandled her 19-year-old son’s remains after a 2023 motorcycle crash. The complaint claims large pieces of the son’s brain and scalp were left in a parking lot and discarded in trash bins after the crash scene was released to the public.

Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan U.S. Senate candidate, disclosed a Dubai rental property worth up to $250,000 and a $100,000 liability to a Dubai real estate company. His 2026 financial filing also shows a shift from a salaried position to consulting work in Wayne County, Michigan, and combined with prior disclosures, his net worth ranges between $870,000 and $2.1 million.

Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed disclosed a rental property in Dubai worth up to $250,000, a $50,000–$100,000 liability to a Dubai real estate company, and a change in his employment status in Michigan. His net worth is estimated between $870,000 and $2.1 million, with his primary race against Haley Stevens drawing national attention over financial transparency.

Metro Detroit is experiencing increased cases of gastrointestinal illnesses, respiratory issues, and outdoor injuries, with doctors noting seasonal allergies, asthma flare-ups, and viral infections like enterovirus. Wayne, Oakland, and Washtenaw counties report similar trends, including heat-related illnesses, tick encounters, and skin rashes from outdoor activities. Medical professionals advise precautions such as washing vegetables, using sunscreen, and carrying epi-pens for allergies.

The article highlights the importance of regional transit in reducing poverty and expanding employment opportunities for low-income residents in Wayne County. It advocates for the Wayne County Public Transit Millage on August 4 to fund expanded DDOT and SMART services, emphasizing transit as a critical economic and social infrastructure.

Wayne County voters will decide in August on a proposed 10-year millage to fund public transportation via SMART, which would expand services into previously opted-out suburbs and replace an expiring millage. The Michigan Legislature removed the opt-out rule in 2024, requiring some suburbs to pay for transit for the first time, with an estimated $8 monthly tax for a $200,000 home.

A Wayne County man is accused of possessing hundreds of child pornography images and having multiple tabs open on child pornography websites. Federal agents arrested him during a traffic stop and found child sexual abuse material on his devices, including files previously reported to authorities by Google.

The Neighborhood Defender Service Union (NDSU) launched simultaneous strikes in Detroit and New York City due to stalled contract negotiations with management over no-cost health insurance and cost-of-living adjustments. The union, part of UAW Local 2325, represents public defenders in Wayne County, Harlem, the Bronx, and San Marcos, Texas, protesting wage cuts and benefit losses.

Beech Daly and Richardson Street in Dearborn Heights reopened after a fatal motorcycle crash. The incident occurred on Thursday (July 23) in Wayne County, with police advising drivers to avoid the area until the scene was cleared around 9:30 p.m.

LaTrice McClendon and Corletta Vaughn, chair and vice chair of Detroit's school board, will not seek reelection in November. Their candidacies were disqualified due to unpaid fees, though McClendon's fee was later paid. Five board seats are up for election, with three other board members also running for re-election.

Forgotten Harvest's Healthy Food, Healthy Kids program distributes 100,000 free lunches to children in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties during the summer, addressing food insecurity through donor funding and volunteer efforts. The initiative supports organizations like Mint Artists Guild, which employs youth in Detroit, ensuring consistent meals for children when school cafeterias are closed.

Early in-person voting for the August 4 primary election begins Saturday in Detroit. The election will determine party nominations for Congress, state Legislature, and governor, as well as decide transit and education proposals. Detroit officials emphasized election security and readiness amid federal monitoring concerns.

Detroit school board chair LaTrice McClendon and vice chair Corletta Vaughn will not seek reelection in November due to disqualification over unpaid late fees, creating a potential power shift in the district's governance. Five of seven board seats are up for election, with three other members also leaving their terms.

Detroit school board chair LaTrice McClendon and vice chair Corletta Vaughn will not be on the November ballot due to late campaign fees owed to Wayne County, creating a potential shake-up in the board's future direction. Five of seven board seats are up for election, with three other board members also not seeking reelection.

The '21st Century Road to Housing Act' passed by lawmakers aims to increase housing supply and reduce costs in Michigan. Home sales in Metro Detroit rose 4.7% year-over-year in June 2026, with median prices reaching $337,000. Oakland and Wayne Counties led sales, and REMAX of Southeastern Michigan's president, Jeanette Schneider, discussed market trends.