The candidates include state lawmakers, retired police officers and two former council members who are seeking another term on the board.

Detroit elects seven of its nine City Council members from districts. Twenty individuals are seeking those seven seats in the Aug. 5 primary.

The Free Press is endorsing five candidates for Detroit City Council in competitive Aug. 5 primaries.

The roof is among the city’s best-kept secrets — complete with local lore that traces its roots to ex-Mayor Young and his high-heeled partygoers.

A recap of the Free Press Editorial Board's endorsements in Detroit's Aug. 5 primary election.

Detroit City Council on Tuesday approved new regulations that would ease the process of obtaining a business license.

Detroit City Council on Tuesday approved new regulations that would ease the process of obtaining a business license.

As summer continues to heat up, the city of Detroit is in the midst of its summer safety teen violence prevention plan.

Detroit City Council is taking a bold step to make the process of opening a small business easier and more affordable.

Crew stations across the Detroit Fire Department are getting replacement bedding after Detroit City Council approved the expense.