Coverage of politics in Ann Arbor focuses on city council decisions, elections, legislation and civic life. This reporting tracks how governance and public policy shape the city.
The City Council's new ordinance requires kiosk operators to obtain a license and meet consumer protection standards.
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Should cities require cryptocurrency kiosks to carry fraud warnings and transaction limits?
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Do you trust Ann Arbor's city council to represent residents of all political views?
Ryan Bartholomew and Aidan Sova secured the third and fourth ward seats on the Ann Arbor City Council in Tuesday's general election.
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Should universities provide on-campus voting locations for students and local residents?
The University of Michigan Museum of Art and Duderstadt Center now serve as satellite early voting hubs for the city.
Revisions follow the June 2025 death of a worker on a city road project along Miller Avenue.
The City Council voted Thursday to pay a $45,000 settlement to resolve a crash-injury claim involving a police vehicle.
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Should the United States prioritize deepening its diplomatic engagement with countries like Pakistan and India?
Diplomats gathered in Ann Arbor to evaluate American influence in India and Pakistan following the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Coverage takes in local government decisions, election results, public testimony and the implementation of municipal policy. Reporting spans the city and the communities around it as government activity connects the two. City ordinances often shift in response to feedback from residents, creating distinct cycles in the legislative process. Budget allocations and zoning discussions remain the most frequent areas of focus.
