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Primary Elections · FlintMore voters cast write-in ballots in the race to elect a new 3rd Ward Flint City Council member than voted for either of two candidates on the ballot on Tuesday, Aug. 5, according to unofficial results from the Genesee County Clerk’s Office.See the Story
Write-in candidate appears headed to victory in Flint City Council election
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Social Media · Michigan"Shocking video captures Michigan cops macing Black crowd at food truck. Professional boxer arrested for dancing. Watch the disturbing footage now!"See the Story
'Treated As We Were Animals': Michigan Cops Mace Black Crowd Waiting on Orders at Food Truck, Arrest Professional Boxer for Dancing, Video Shows
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Flint, Michigan · FlintFLINT, Mich. — Flint Police Chief Terence Green accused city council members of putting petty politics ahead of public safety after they delayed action on a $99,000 grant for state-mandated police training. The grant, intended for Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) training, was sent back to the finance committee during the Aug. 11, 2025 council meeting. In an Aug. 13 press release from the city, Green criticized the move.…Read Article