News across Greater Detroit

Dearborn recognized for financial transparency for the fourth straight year
DEARBORN — For the fourth consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the city of Dearborn its Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, recognizing its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending…

While Gaza dominates the U.N., these are the people keeping it alive
When I first saw footage of Gaza doctor Munir al-Bursh and his family kneeling beside the white-shrouded body of his son, surrounded by mourners, I thought it was an old video. It was not. My conclusion, however, was understandable. In December 2023, only months after the start…

AAPAC backs El-Sayed, Benson, Savit, Gilchrist and a broad slate for Michigan’s November election
DEARBORN — On Wednesday, as absentee voting begins across Michigan, the Arab American Political Action Committee (AAPAC) released its list of endorsed candidates in executive, legislative, judicial and education races for the November 3 election. The organization also announced…

State of Michigan announces $89 million for waterway cleanup
A new state initiative is committing nearly $90 million to waterway cleanup. Colin Jackson has more on an announcement Thursday in Detroit.

Flood Advisory Issued Until 9:45AM for Washtenaw County, MI
A Flood Advisory is in effect for northeastern Lenawee, southeastern Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, southwestern St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in Michigan until 9:45 AM EDT, with urban and small stream flooding expected due to excessive rainfall. Minor flooding in…

State will use $89 million in settlements from polluters to clean up Kalamazoo, Detroit rivers
The money will pay for removing toxic sediment and improving access to the rivers, while the state promotes swimming, fishing, and other activities.

So, you think you know politics? Enter our 2026 Midterm Election Pool
If you think you know politics pretty well, here’s your chance to prove it. Enter The Livingston Post’s 2026 Midterm Election Pool. In addition to bragging rights about political astuteness, the winner will also receive a limited-edition Livingston Post coffee mug, and be…

Whitmer appointing Howell man to Michigan Tax Tribunal
Timothy Schnelle of Howell, is a retired attorney and master level assessor, will be appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. Schnelle will be appointed as an at-large member of the Michigan Tax Tribunal for a term beginning Nov. 8, 2026, and ending June…

Groundbreaking for Howell Public Schools’ community center building set for Oct. 12
Howell Public Schools will celebrate the beginning of construction on its new community center with a groundbreaking ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12. Funded by the voter-approved 2023 Our Kids, Our Community, Our Future Bond, the community center will serve as a hub for…

LETTER: Consider Cromaine Library vote carefully
We elect library board members believing that they have the best interest of the library and community at heart. We trust that they will respect the library director’s decisions and the residents’ rights. Some members of the Hartland Cromaine Library Board have violated that…

County board seeking applicants for District 2 vacancy
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to fill the vacancy of County Commissioner District 2. State law stipulates that a vacancy on the Board of Commissioners must be filled by a majority vote of the Commission within 30 days from the date of the…

Election security panel discussion set for Oct. 10 in Hamburg
Election security is a hot topic these days as Michigan is likely to play an important role in determining control of the U.S. House and Senate. Despite many checks and balances and election audits, some people still have concerns. Find out more about what Livingston County is…