And now, the 76th mayor of the city of Detroit, Mary Sheffield
Mary Sheffield's investiture took place Detroit Opera House on Jan. 9, 2026 in a public ceremony marking the start of her historic term as the city's first female mayor.
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Transition appointments by Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield are in the news
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Detroit Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield has named a number of key advisors and staffers. Read on to find out who has been named.
Duggan marks end of 12-year tenure with Detroit’s comeback story — and a look ahead
Mayor Mike Duggan used his final appearance before the Detroit Economic Club on Monday to reflect on his 12-year tenure, highlighting Detroit’s steady turnaround from bankruptcy to national spotlight as he prepares to leave office — and signals a possible run for governor.
Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield: A night out with her new constituents and a wedding over the weekend
Roughly 50 attendees had small group discussions on advancing the pillars of Mary Sheffield’s agenda: Public safety, transportation, affordable housing, home ownership, restoring neighborhoods, social services, economic empowerment and quality education.
Full transcript of Mayor Mike Duggan’s Exit Interview at the Detroit Economic Club
The full transcript of Mayor Mike Duggan's Exit Interview at the Detroit Economic Club.
Here’s a look at what to expect regarding snow removal from Detroit area streets
The City of Detroit's Department of Public Works maintains 673 miles of major roads and 1,884 miles of residential streets in the city.
City of Detroit opens Helen Moore community center, Ed Davis Park
An asphalt parking lot has been turned into a new park and a shut-down community center has gotten a complete renovation.
For Mary Sheffield, Detroit’s future begins with keeping families housed
Detroit’s City Council president has become the city's first woman mayor, with housing for single-mother-led households as a major part of her platform.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
Transition appointments by Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield are in the news
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Detroit Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield has named a number of key advisors and staffers. Read on to find out who has been named.
Duggan marks end of 12-year tenure with Detroit’s comeback story — and a look ahead
Mayor Mike Duggan used his final appearance before the Detroit Economic Club on Monday to reflect on his 12-year tenure, highlighting Detroit’s steady turnaround from bankruptcy to national spotlight as he prepares to leave office — and signals a possible run for governor.
Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield: A night out with her new constituents and a wedding over the weekend
Roughly 50 attendees had small group discussions on advancing the pillars of Mary Sheffield’s agenda: Public safety, transportation, affordable housing, home ownership, restoring neighborhoods, social services, economic empowerment and quality education.
Full transcript of Mayor Mike Duggan’s Exit Interview at the Detroit Economic Club
The full transcript of Mayor Mike Duggan's Exit Interview at the Detroit Economic Club.
Here’s a look at what to expect regarding snow removal from Detroit area streets
The City of Detroit's Department of Public Works maintains 673 miles of major roads and 1,884 miles of residential streets in the city.
City of Detroit opens Helen Moore community center, Ed Davis Park
An asphalt parking lot has been turned into a new park and a shut-down community center has gotten a complete renovation.
For Mary Sheffield, Detroit’s future begins with keeping families housed
Detroit’s City Council president has become the city's first woman mayor, with housing for single-mother-led households as a major part of her platform.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
