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Former Flint Mayor Karen Weaver announces interest in 8th Congressional District seat

Flint, MI — Former Flint Mayor Karen Weaver has announced her interest in an 8th Congressional District seat. Fresh off of Representative Dan Kildee’s announcement that he will not seek reelection for the 8th Congressional District seat in 2024, Weaver released a statement declaring her consideration for the role on Nov. 30, 2023. “As I…

by Kate Stockrahm December 1, 2023December 1, 2023

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Judge temporarily lifts Flint City Hall ‘gun-free’ designation

Flint, MI — Public meeting attendees at Flint City Hall could see the immediate return of firearms to council chambers after Thanksgiving break — at least temporarily. In an ongoing lawsuit alleging Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley and Flint City Council are violating the Open Meetings Act by designating city hall a “gun-free zone,” 7th Circuit…

by Kate Stockrahm November 21, 2023November 21, 2023

Signatures under review in recall attempt of Flint City Councilwoman Eva Worthing

Flint, MI — Signatures are in review for a recall petition filed against Flint City Councilwoman Eva Worthing. Genesee County Clerk Domonique Clemons confirmed that 693 signatures were submitted to his office on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023. He said the recall petition would move to a ballot measure should 510 of the submitted signatures be…

by Kate Stockrahm November 18, 2023November 20, 2023

Flint City Council president, VP call special meeting for Nov. 17

Flint, MI — Flint City Council President Ladel Lewis and Vice President Candice Mushatt have called a special council meeting for Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. According to a Nov. 16 public notice shared by the Flint City Clerk’s Office, the meeting will address text and map amendments to the city’s zoning code,…